Randa Elzein
Humanitarian Program Officer
Utrecht,UT
Summary
Dedicated GBV, SRHR and humanitarian program manager with 7 years’ experience working at UN agencies, Federal Ministry of Health and NGOs. Skilled in developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating programs, financial budgeting & management, resource mobilization, donor relations and fund management. adept at managing partner relationships and successfully managed a 2.5 million fund from ECHO, 3 million multi-year fund from SIDA and 2.6 million from BHA.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
GBV and Humanitarian Affairs Program Officer
UNFPA, United Nations Population Fund
02.2022 - Current
- Independently managed all project management processes, including project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
- Developed compelling proposals to obtain grants and external funding, bringing in 6.5 million USD in funds from ECHO, SIDA, BHA and Norwegian government.
- Developed regular financial and progress reports in compliance with donor requirements.
- Spearheaded the design and implementation of a comprehensive Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) strategy for several projects.
- Coordination: Successfully served as Humanitarian Coordinator for UNFPA, effectively coordinating and overseeing the organization's humanitarian response efforts since the outbreak of conflict in Sudan on 15/04/2023.
- Fund management: Managed funds from ECHO, SIDA, BHA and CERF-underfunded emergencies, for a total of 7 million USD .
- Implementing partner management: managed 6 local partners; this included annual workplan development, financial budgeting and reporting, audit and assessment.
- Advocacy and concept notes: developed 8 concept notes and position papers.
Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation OFficer
Federal Ministry Of Health
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Led design and implementation of comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and resource allocation.
- Led development and implementation of robust planning frameworks, monitoring systems, and evaluation methodologies
- Developed and implemented monitoring and evaluation frameworks, including key performance indicators (KPIs), data collection tools, and reporting mechanisms
- Led evaluation of projects and programs, employing rigorous methodologies and data analysis techniques
- Managed documentation and reporting of project results, preparing comprehensive reports and presentations for internal and external audiences
- Played a key role in monitoring and evaluation of EU-funded project: “The European Union Trust Fund for Stability and Addressing the Root Causes of Irregular Migration and Displaced Persons in Africa”.
Outreach Program Manager
LEED Initiative
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed and implemented strategic outreach plans to increase awareness and participation in LEED initiative
- Established and maintained partnerships with key stakeholders, including industry associations, local government entities, NGOs and community leaders, fostering collaboration and leveraging resources for effective program implementation.
- Designed and delivered educational and promotional materials, workshops, and events
- Coordinated outreach campaigns and initiatives, utilizing various communication channels, including social media, websites, newsletters, and public presentations
- Monitored and evaluated outreach activities, collecting and analyzing data to measure the effectiveness of outreach efforts
Project Manager
SEEMA Center For Protection Of Women And Children
01.2017 - 10.2020
- Advocacy and policy: Advocated for policy and legal reforms to protect and advance the rights of women, children, and refugees, engaging in dialogue with policymakers, participating in advocacy campaigns, and contributing to policy development processes.
- Led a multidisciplinary team, providing guidance, supervision, and support to program staff and volunteers
- Managed a diverse portfolio of programs, including the refugee response program.
- Policy Coordinator: Led the FGM working group that designed a roadmap for the effective implementation of the FGM law “ Article 141”
- Prepared comprehensive program reports and proposals, accruing 1.65 million USD in funds.
- Managed funds from SIDA, Canadian Government, ECHO, UN-women, Save the Children and UNFPA.
- Prepared detailed technical documents and reports, including precise budget reporting, in compliance with donor reporting requirements
- External relations and coordination of forums and working groups.
Education
Master of Science - Global Health From A Sociopolitical Perspective
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Medicine And General Surgery - Medicine And General Surgery
University of Khartoum
Khartoum, Sudan 04.2001 -
Skills
Hobbies
- Traveling and exploring new countries
- Reading (fictional and non-fictional books)
- Gym and working out
- Debating ( won title of best debater in Sudan in 2011)
Timeline
GBV and Humanitarian Affairs Program Officer
UNFPA, United Nations Population Fund
02.2022 - Current
Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation OFficer
Federal Ministry Of Health
02.2021 - 02.2022
Outreach Program Manager
LEED Initiative
10.2020 - 05.2021
Project Manager
SEEMA Center For Protection Of Women And Children
01.2017 - 10.2020
Master of Science - Global Health From A Sociopolitical Perspective
University of Glasgow
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Medicine And General Surgery - Medicine And General Surgery
University of Khartoum
04.2001 -
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