Hanifa Noor

Execute comprehensive program management for an annual $100 million portfolio of approximately 120 contracts in various frameworks. Monitor burn rates and manage database with roughly 700 contract FTEs to ensure compliance with established labor categories. Conduct market research while generating strategic recommendations to improve acquisition strategies. Create essential acquisition documents including PR packages, PWS, SOW, SOO, IGCEs, DD254s, and modifications. Collaborate with CORs on post-award processes like budget adjustments and scope change management. Identify opportunities for process improvements while drafting new operational policies. Utilize tools such as PIEE, WAWF, and EDA to maintain accurate electronic contract files ensuring regulatory compliance. Prepare comprehensive qualitative and quantitative briefings on program execution and risks for leadership to support informed decision-making.

• Directed pivotal leadership efforts in managing $900M portfolio and executing 55 contract actions utilizing various mechanisms for Agency's mission
• Lead strategic planning and project design within in-country development teams, enhancing program cycles via resource evaluation and creative strategies. Expertise includes leading activity design via requirement assessment, refining statements of work, and choosing most effective acquisition or assistance instruments.
• Supervised competitive partner selection, administering solicitations via phased evaluations and collaborative pre-solicitation workshops that decreased procurement action lead time and fostered creative vendor contributions.
• Contracting expertise includes part 6, 12, 13, 15, 36, 37 procurements, cost-reimbursement (CPFF, CPAF), firm-fixed-price, and service agreements.
• Executed development and administration of contracts with universities and organizations, upholding integrity in acquisitions. Directed the Agency's regional IDIQ for emergency COVID response, valued at $250 million, showcasing expertise in urgent procurement strategies for high-value contracts.
• Oversaw technical evaluation panels employing creative evaluation strategies and conforming with regulatory compliance. Responsibilities included extensive cost and pricing assessments, supporting negotiations and guaranteeing project viability aligned with FAR 31 standards.
• Continuously evaluated contractor performance and collaborated with CORs to address concerns and initiate remediation efforts. Established strong relationships with contractor host country officials, contractors, and other Agencies to navigate challenges.
• Delegated technical management authority to CORs, supervising performance and validating completion of all requirements.

Managed entire procurement lifecycle for projects from planning through closeout. Directed procurement activities for a $500 million portfolio, issuing awards pre-deadline. Oversaw $100 million in complex assistance and acquisition awards across all phases. Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, achieving complete compliance with federal regulations. Collaborated with contracting officers to maintain regulatory standards throughout processes. Facilitated technical evaluation panels, addressing $300,000 in audit findings effectively. Negotiated contracts that led to $5 million in savings and an 8% reduction in budgets. Delivered 15 procurement training sessions for over 10 local partners, improving operational efficiency.

Strengthened global health initiatives through strategic financial analysis and grant management. Reduced cost overruns by 15%, optimizing resource allocation through variance analyses. Ensured adherence to OMB Uniform Guidance and agency audit standards in all projects. Developed grant management policies and standardized proposal templates for efficiency gains. Decreased procurement lead time by 20% while enhancing grant review processes, raising approval rates by 15%. Oversaw management of over 35 federal grants totaling $35.2 million with zero compliance issues. Created onboarding guides that minimized submission errors by 30% across NGOs. Recovered $450,000 in disallowed costs through thorough desk and on-site reviews.

Led procurement lifecycle management across all projects, encompassing planning to contract administration. Achieved compliance with FAR and AIDAR regulations through thorough risk assessments. Directed a $500 million procurement portfolio, issuing awards on time and within budget constraints. Managed $100 million in assistance and acquisition awards from solicitation to closeout processes. Secured $5 million in cost savings during contract negotiations while maintaining technical integrity. Delivered 15 comprehensive training sessions on financial management to local partners, boosting capacity. Created standardized checklists that shortened documentation turnaround times by 20%. Resolved significant audit findings by implementing corrective actions improving contractor oversight.