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Aya Mohammad Refai

Damascus,Syria

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with expertise in PM office, SPSS, M&E, and Photoshop. Demonstrates strong critical thinking capabilities and information security awareness. Proficient in ICDL, with a solid foundation in data analysis and project management. Career goal includes leveraging skills to drive impactful projects and enhance organisational efficiency.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Program Associate- GBV

UNFPA
Damascus, Syria
01.2021 - 04.2025
  • Focal Point for:

Case management, Cash Voucher Assistant project, GBV and RH, Menstrual Hygiene Management project, GBV/RH Integration, GBV primary Prevention and risk mitigation, GBV program PSEA.

  • Ensure the implementation of GBV program through all stages of the project, management cycle, with a focus on the achievement of results and quality of activities and provided services.
  • Identify and implement capacity building and training needs for Field Office and Cooperating Partners to ensure effective implementation of UNFPA programs.
  • Following up with IPs case workers the provision of case management services and referral pathway.
  • Assist in Preparing UNFPA GBV/RH programs Annual Work Plan.
  • Conducting monitoring and evaluation visits to IPs facilities.
  • Achieved consistent quality control with thorough process documentation and standardisation.
  • Ensured timely completion of project milestones with strict deadline management.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans for successful program roll-out.
  • Developed training materials, enhancing team knowledge and skills for better performance on tasks at hand.
  • Helped to manage budget for special and routine events under guidance of manager.
  • Drafted documents and reports for management review.
  • Conducted regular team meetings, ensuring clear communication of goals, expectations, progress updates amongst staff members involved in the programme.
  • Managed key stakeholder relationships for improved program support and funding.
  • Implemented strategic initiatives, achieving significant improvements in overall program performance.
  • Liaised with external partners to foster collaborative working relationships and partnerships.
  • Optimized program budget allocation with careful financial planning and monitoring.


SRH Program Assistant

UNFPA
01.2011 - 01.2020
  • 9 years' successful experience in Reproductive Health (RH) -MOH as program assistant- UNFPA.
  • 5 years' program assistant for RH program at UNFPA_MOH.
  • Prepare periodic reports, statistical information and tables about RH/GBV programs activities and provided services per funds and IPs.
  • Cooperating with NGOS and INGOS in the health and protection sectors.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by managing administrative tasks.
  • Ensured compliance with organisational policies through careful monitoring and reporting.
  • Worked closely with financial team to manage budgets effectively.
  • Managed document control, ensuring accurate record keeping.

SRH program Assistant - M&E focal point

UNFPA
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Analyze process monitoring for RH/GBV data program and narrative monitoring report from field offices and IPs focal points, and elevate main issues to management on a monthly basis.
  • Responsible for issues of RH/GBV program in the Syria Monitoring Database/ UNFPA.
  • Ensured compliance with organizational policies through careful monitoring and reporting.
  • Created presentation materials, assisting in effective communication of program goals and achievements.
  • Facilitated successful programme implementation with thorough planning and coordination.
  • Assisted in the organisation of meetings and events for improved team collaboration.
  • Processed payments for vendors and suppliers accurately with strong attention to detail.
  • Supported front office and administrative staff with filing, data entry and other administrative tasks to streamline operations.
  • Proofread and made copies of documents, recording edits and flagging typos.
  • Maintained office calendars and sent out reminders of impending appointments to keep department running smoothly.
  • Scheduled meetings, conferences and appointments.

Project Assistant for RH vouchers program

UNFPA
Damascus, Syria
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Coordinated team meetings for improved project communication.
  • Facilitated effective communication amongst team members for better productivity.
  • Executed administrative tasks, resulting in smoother project operations.
  • Improved stakeholder relationships with consistent and clear correspondence.

English Teacher

Safiya School
Damascus, Syria
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans for students' improved understanding of the English language.
  • Conducted regular assessments of pupil's work, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management strategies.
  • Supervised and participated in school activities enhancing community engagement and student involvement.

English Teacher

Al Basel School
Rural Damascus, Syria
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay updated on educational trends.

Education

Bachelor's degree - English Literature

Damascus University
Damascus, Syria
10.2005 - 04.2009

MBA - master degree of business administration

Syrian virtual university
Damascus, Syria
10.2015 - 10.2017

Skills


  • SPSS
  • M&E
  • Photoshop
  • ICDL
  • Critical thinking capabilities
  • Information security awareness

Languages

Arabic
English
French

Custom

  • Swimming
  • Computer & Internet: web search
  • Attending different art exhibitions and cultural events
  • Reading different books, poetry, novels and motivating

Personal Information

  • Date of birth: 01/01/87
  • Nationality: Syrian
  • Marital status: Single

Timeline

Program Associate- GBV

UNFPA
01.2021 - 04.2025

SRH program Assistant - M&E focal point

UNFPA
01.2016 - 01.2019

MBA - master degree of business administration

Syrian virtual university
10.2015 - 10.2017

Project Assistant for RH vouchers program

UNFPA
01.2013 - 12.2014

SRH Program Assistant

UNFPA
01.2011 - 01.2020

English Teacher

Safiya School
01.2010 - 12.2010

English Teacher

Al Basel School
01.2008 - 12.2008

Bachelor's degree - English Literature

Damascus University
10.2005 - 04.2009
Aya Mohammad Refai