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Programs Manager
Highest degree :
Bachelors
Field of study :
Business Administration
Location :
Yemen
Citizenships :
Yemenite
Experience :
12 Year(s)
Countries :
Yemen
Gender :
Male
Sectors :
Experience
Programs Manager
Yemen
Relief and Development Peer Foundation (RDP)
April 2025
-Present
Relief and Development Peer Foundation (RDP) | May 2025 – Present Provided strategic leadership and oversight across multi-sector humanitarian programs. Led initiatives funded by various donors across FSL, Education, Nutrition, Health, Shelter, and Protection. Served as the primary fundraising focal point, leading the preparation of technical and financial proposals. Oversaw program design, implementation, donor reporting, and compliance. Managed project teams and resources, strengthened MEAL systems, conducted program assessments, and represented RDP in high-level coordination forums with UN agencies, clusters, and local authorities.
Programs Manager
Yemen
Sustainable Development Foundation (SDF)
April 2024
-April 2025
Led multi-sector humanitarian and development programs funded by ZOA, IMC, UN agencies, DRA, BHA, and others, reaching over 100,000 beneficiaries. Oversaw program design, implementation, and compliance for projects in Protection, FSL, CCCM, Shelter/NFI, and Education. Managed cross-functional teams and partnerships, contributed to proposal development and strategic planning, strengthened MEAL systems, and represented SDF in cluster and coordination forums to drive program growth and quality improvement.
FSL Program Coordinator
Yemen
Relief and Development Peer Foundation (RDP) |
April 2019
-April 2024
Led the design, implementation, and evaluation of Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) programs. Managed a diverse portfolio of FSL and integrated education projects, delivering sustainable solutions to food insecurity and improving livelihoods for vulnerable communities. Key responsibilities included strategic leadership, resource mobilization, stakeholder engagement, and team management, with a strong emphasis on MEAL to ensure program quality and impact.
Grants and Compliance Manager
Yemen
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
November 2018
-April 2019
Coordinated the oversight of grants management processes for grants funded by USAID, European Union, ECHO, and UN agencies. Produced high-quality donor reporting and was responsible for the management, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and compliance of sub-awards and partnerships. Provided program and support teams with expert advice on donor compliance and IRC regulations.
Deputy Finance Manager
Yemen
Mercy Corps
February 2017
-November 2018
Served as the deputy lead for country-level finance and compliance, ensuring full adherence to Mercy Corps and donor financial rules (USAID, DFID, ECHO, UN agencies). Led the monthly accounting cycle, budget monitoring, BVA analysis, and forecasting. Conducted pre-award assessments of implementing partners and managed sub-grant financial oversight, including reporting validation and capacity-building.
Area Awards Coordinator
Yemen
Save the Children International
December 2016
-February 2017
Coordinated the full award management cycle for grants across the North Area, ensuring alignment with Save the Children and donor compliance requirements (USAID, ECHO, UN agencies). Led budget monitoring, variance analysis, and supported budget realignments and contract amendments. Conducted partner pre-award assessments and oversaw sub-grant financial reporting.
Grants / Technical Officer
Yemen
Counterpart International
April 2013
-June 2015
Managed diverse grant mechanisms (standard, simplified, in-kind) and led pre-award assessments and capacity development for over 60 CSOs. Supported proposal budget reviews, negotiated revisions, and ensured compliance with USAID regulations. Oversaw sub-grant financial reporting, reconciliations, and provided ongoing technical support and monitoring.
Senior Auditor
Yemen
Grant Thornton Yemen
February 2010
-April 2013
Led audit engagements for non-profit, corporate, and financial sector clients, ensuring compliance with ISA and IFRS standards. Managed audit planning, fieldwork, and financial statement reviews. Successfully managed audits of UNHCR-funded projects totaling over USD 7M, as well as projects for other donors including USAID, the World Bank, ECHO, and the European Union.
Education
B.Sc. in Accounting
Yemen
Sana'a University
August 2006
-July 2009
Graduated with very Good (2009)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Yemen
Open University Malaysia
August 2014
-Present
I completed one term and the war in Yemen started and I am trying to complete my master wishing the university will reopen thier branch in Yemen
English Language Certifications
Yemen
(Yemen American Language Institution YALI, Amideast TOEFL
August 2004
-April 2008
I had a English Language Certifications of compeletion. And i had a local TOFEL
Awards & Certificates
IPC AFI Level 1 Certification
Yemen
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) FAO
2022
The IPC Certification Programme aims at qualifying IPC practitioners professionally. It is relevant for food security experts who are or want to be involved in IPC activities at global, regional and country levels. The IPC Certification Process is designed to ensure that applicants acquire and prove: Understanding and knowledge of IPC technical standards, protocols, and guidelines; Skills to apply the IPC approach and engage in IPC Analysis; and Relevant level of capacity and experience to lead IPC Trainings and Analyses.
Languages
Skills
Experience with financing agencies
3 years of experience