RAWA KAREEM
Category Lead
Erbil
Summary
With over 12 years of progressive experience in logistics, procurement, and administration within various INGOs and private sector companies, including the oil and gas sectors, have completed numerous projects across the Middle East and Europe. Expertise includes developing strategic processes, overseeing logistical coordination, project management, and report generation. I excel in client relationship-building, leading
multidisciplinary teams, and implementing staff training initiatives to maximize productivity and efficiency. ability to optimize operations and
provide exceptional client service has consistently contributed to the success of previous organizations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Category Lead
KRG Prime Minister's Office
2023.10 - Current
- Under the supervision of the Head of Major Contracts Unit, the Category Lead will be responsible for creating procurement strategies for the KRGS capital/operational expenditure
- The Category Lead will be responsible for reviewing and advising on how to achieve the best value for money for the KRG on key contracts and proposals
- The Category Lead will be responsible for the line management of an Analyst
- The Category Lead will be responsible for preparing and delivering reports to senior members of the KRG
- The Category Lead will be responsible for gathering suitable benchmarks to support their work
- The Category Lead will monitor purchases across the KRG to identify opportunities for savings
- The Category Lead will assist the Head of MCU and the ministries in identification and implementation of cost improvement projects
- The Category Lead will provide key market information and contract pricing updates to the Head of MCU
- The Category Lead will be able to advise other members.
Logistic Coordinator
Norwegian Refugee Council NRC
2023.01 - 2023.07
- Contribute to the development of Logistics (Procurement) as a support service in NRC Poland. Develop required areas according to NRC policy, guidelines, and Poland legislation.
- Ensure that procurement processes such as preparation of bids analysis, comparison table, bid opening meeting minutes and other opening documents, and filling in of General Receipt Notes (GRN) are supported by all needed and correctly filled documents
- upload all required information to Filing Tree according to procedures and NRC requirements
Logistic Coordinator
Norwegian Refugee Council
2021.11 - 2022.12
- Responsible for overseeing Logistical and Procurement activities of the Area Office.
- Ensure compliance and adherence to NRC logistics policies, handbooks, guidelines, and donor requirements.
- Prepare and submit logistics reports and analyses.
- Ensure proper filing of all support documents.
- Support line managers in procedures and budget and project planning.
Operation Specialist
DAI Global Company
2020.01 - 2021.07
- Complete operations trackers and assist with making operations projections.
- Represent the project to vendors and beneficiaries.
- Track operations related payments.
- Work on drafts of operations related RFQs.
- Manage utilities service agreements for office operations
- Manage project inventory, ensuring regular physical audits are conducted and that that inventory is properly marked.
Procurement Coordinator
Islamic Relief
2018.09 - 2019.09
- Lead in the execution of procurement activities. and Ensure procurement guidelines and limits are being followed by the Country office and all area/field offices.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual procurement plans in consolation with programs, finance and logistics departments.
- Prepare agreements with suppliers and vendors.
- Manage a local emergency stockpile and goods consolidation point in order to permit the rapid movement of humanitarian supplies.
- Design and implement a procurement tracking system.
Sub-delegation Logistician
French Red Cross
2018.02 - 2018.08
- Help in the first step assessment report with the program team to plan for a
professional distribution process - Help to manage the warehouse in Erbil and Tikret and Salahaddin Al –Alam
- Manage to document all warehouse movement through waybills and monthly Distribution report
- Coordinate and monitor supply chain operations.
Logistic Coordinator
Save the Children International
5 2017 - 1 2018
- Ensure premises, assets, and communication ways are
used effectively and Utilize logistics IT to optimize procedures - Supervise orders and arrange stocking of raw materials
and equipment to ensure they meet needs - Recruit and coordinate logistics staff (e.g. truck drivers)
according to availabilities and requirements - Prepare accurate reports for upper management
on the Ninavah Rehabilitation project
Logistic Officer
International Committee of Red Cross
1 2017 - 4 2017
- Work With ICRC and Coordinate between Ministries and ICRC for Approval of Transportation of Shipments inside and outside of Iraq and maintain Coordination with Geneva
- Transport all the Items among Iraq from ICRC Warehouses to IDP camps Export all items to Geneva and Amman Office of ICRC
From Iraq - Coordinate between ICRC and IRAQ / KRG Governmental Side for easing Transportation , import and export of Items
Senior ICT Officer
Catholic Relief Services
2015.09 - 2016.07
- System Deployment and Maintenance: Oversee the deployment of ICT systems. Ensure maintenance and troubleshooting of communication and collaboration systems.
- Network Management:Ensure the network system runs smoothly and is virus-free Provide system administration and maintenance.
- Data Protection:Implement and oversee data protection measures.
IT Expert
MOL Kalegran for Oil and Gas IT Expert
2015.03 - 2015.09
- provided all IT Solutions for them and worked over various kinds of IT Equipment and Network Equipment Such As Cisco Devices Riverbeds and VSAT s.
- the ability to Install and uninstall a complete IT Cabin and VSAT and Fixing Computer Hardware And Software
IP Security Engineer
Korek Telecom
2014.11 - 2015.03
- to provide internet Access for Korek telecom staff to provide the Security from the malicious attack of Hackers over Korek Network working with a Great team to Satisfy the Company needs that consist of multiple Experts
Logistic Assistant
Hard Support Technology Erbil
2012.06 - 2014.06
- lay down network cables and set up Access-Points
- provide IT Solutions in Computer Hardware and Software
- Receive Shipment and Ensure Both Quality and Trace , Track , and expedite purchase product process
- Audit Freight cost and documentation Ensure accuracy of all inventories
- Maintain communication with warehouse staff to ensure proper working order
Education
BBA - Information System Engineering
Erbil Polytechnical College
Erbil 2001.04 -
Skills
Strategic Thinking
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Arabic
Proficient
C2
Kurdish
Proficient
C2
Training
- CIPS Level 2,3, Chartered instititue of Procurement And Supply, 11/2021
- Logistic Coordinator, Norwegian Refugee Council NRC, 07/2023
Certification
CIPS Level 2, 3
Timeline
Category Lead
KRG Prime Minister's Office
2023.10 - Current
Logistic Coordinator
Norwegian Refugee Council NRC
2023.01 - 2023.07
Logistic Coordinator
Norwegian Refugee Council
2021.11 - 2022.12
CIPS Level 2, 3
2021-03
Operation Specialist
DAI Global Company
2020.01 - 2021.07
Procurement Coordinator
Islamic Relief
2018.09 - 2019.09
Sub-delegation Logistician
French Red Cross
2018.02 - 2018.08
Senior ICT Officer
Catholic Relief Services
2015.09 - 2016.07
IT Expert
MOL Kalegran for Oil and Gas IT Expert
2015.03 - 2015.09
IP Security Engineer
Korek Telecom
2014.11 - 2015.03
Logistic Assistant
Hard Support Technology Erbil
2012.06 - 2014.06
BBA - Information System Engineering
Erbil Polytechnical College
2001.04 -
Logistic Coordinator
Save the Children International
5 2017 - 1 2018
Logistic Officer
International Committee of Red Cross
1 2017 - 4 2017
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