Areej Hasan Alkhatib
Procurement Manager
Amman
Summary
Results-driven Procurement and Logistics professional with extensive experience managing multi-country operations across the Middle East. Skilled in leading procurement teams in Jordan and Yemen, overseeing the full procurement lifecycle from developing specifications and Statements of Work to competitive tendering, supplier evaluation, due diligence, and contract drafting. Adept at ensuring compliance with complex donor regulations, including USAID, Global Affairs Canada (GAC), and HMG/FCDO, while driving value for money and operational efficiency. Actively deputises for the Head of Logistics and Procurement, with oversight of inventory and asset management across ARK’s global offices. Recognised for strengthening compliance culture, mentoring teams, and implementing process improvements that enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Procurement Manager
ARK Group DMCC
06.2024 - Current
- Lead and manage procurement operations across multiple country offices, with direct responsibility for Jordan and Yemen procurement teams.
- Act as Deputy to the Head of Logistics and Procurement, ensuring continuity of leadership and decision-making.
- Oversee the full procurement cycle, from:
Defining technical specifications and Statements of Work (SoWs)
Drafting RFQs and RFPs
Facilitating evaluation committees during sourcing processes
Conducting supplier due diligence
Drafting and finalising contracts in line with donor and organisational requirements - Manage procurement in compliance with donor regulations, including USAID, Global Affairs Canada (GAC), and HMG/FCDO, ensuring transparency, value for money, and strict adherence to compliance frameworks.
- Oversee inventory and asset management across all ARK offices, ensuring accurate tracking, safeguarding, and reporting.
- Develop, implement, and monitor procurement plans and budgets aligned with programme delivery timelines.
- Train, mentor, and supervise procurement and logistics staff, building team capacity and reinforcing compliance culture.
- Support organisational efficiency by introducing improvements such as supplier databases, framework agreements, and digitalisation of procurement processes.
- Provide regular reporting to senior management, including audit preparation and compliance reviews.
Corporate Service Senior Officer
ARK Group DMCC
2020 - 05.2024
- Logistic and Procurement Responsibilities and Office Management
- Issue Purchase Initiations, CBAs, RFQs, RFPs and other competitive tenders in line with internal procurement policies and procedures.
- Lead bid evaluation committees and guide the panel members.
- Ensure that procurement is carried out in a transparent manner and in compliance with internal policies by staying informed of non-policies and procedures.
- Draft contractual documents, including BOs, PSAs, LTAs, and CDOs.
- Review and provide guidance to project staff on SOWs and SSJs.
- Support with subrecipient contracting and management, including:
- Assist project teams with advertisement of subgrant funding as applicable.
- Lead subrecipient OCA process.
- Draft subrecipient agreement and provide guidance to project staff on compliance requirements.
- Assist with reconciliation of subrecipient financial reporting, checking supporting documents for compliance.
- Submit payment requests in a timely manner.
- Support with subrecipient capacity building.
- Ensure accurate SharePoint filing of procurement documentation.
- Track supplier payments and submit payment requests on SharePoint.
- Responsible for project inventory in accordance with asset management policies and procedures.
- Human Resource Responsibilities:
- Act as the Amman office management lead.
- Lead on local branch office compliance, including annual vocational license and company legal documents.
- Support Senior Management with local enquiries, including acting as the POA with local legal representatives.
Logistic and Administrative Officer
The Stabilisation Network DMCC (TSN)
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Coordinate the preparation of contract with the HR Department and the Logistics and Procurement (L&P) Department as appropriate and ensure compliance in all communications production.
- Track procurement progress and budget.
- Manage all procurement records.
- The acquisition of goods and services in support of the program through the effective use of the L&P Process and procedures.
- Coordinate with production and finance teams on payments to service providers.
- Follow up with third-party producers to ensure contracted deadlines for production and reporting are met.
- Provide logistical support to ARK/TSN meetings and other sessions.
- Support business development processes in ARK/TSN, including preparation of presentations, materials and communications as required by the Production Manager.
- Support with all new arrivals to ensure they have a detailed induction starting work.
- Support the Head of Corporate Service.
- Manage the efficient functioning of the Jordan office by:
- Ensuring compliance with lease agreement, payment and routine maintenance.
- The purchase, maintenance and inventory of all staff issues equipment and office furniture, equipment and stores.
- The maintenance of office services including water, electricity, gas, AC and internet facilities.
- The provisions of monthly supplies of expendable materials such as stationary and cleaning materials.
- Liaising with legal entities to coordinate the company registration.
Corporate Services Assistant
British Embassy, Amman
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Handling British Embassy phone calls at the front desk.
- Support with all new arrivals to ensure they have a detailed induction starting work.
- Support the Head of Corporate Services.
- Handling Embassy staff mobile bills and utilities.
- Translating Embassy speeches when asked.
Translator and Interpreter
Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC)
03.2013 - 07.2015
- Consecutive and Simultaneous interpreting for professional development sessions and teacher training sessions.
- Consecutive and Simultaneous interpreting for performance evaluation sessions.
- Consecutive and Simultaneous interpreting for Abu Dhabi Education Council Conferences.
- Translating training plans and trainee logs.
- Translating teaching new strategies.
- Translating school action plans and school improvement plans.
- Translating school reports.
English Teacher for KG2
AL-Adwa Private School
01.2011 - 01.2012
Member Student Translation Office
UAE University
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Handling logistics of STO.
- Coordinating events and following up with the members.
- Translating posters, brochures and invitations.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Translation as a major, TESOL Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages as a minor
United Arab Emirates University
Al Ain, AD01.2011
High school diploma -
Al Murajeb High School
Al Ain, AD, UAE01.2006
Skills
Consecutive and Simultaneous Translation
Excellent computer skills Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint (Microsoft Office 2016) Internet browsing and able to learn using any programs
Fluent speaker of Arabic and English
Well Organized person prompt, courteous, and diligent
Productive and able to work under pressure
Eager to learn more and always has a clear vision of the goals
Able to work with a group of people on a team or to work independently
Very open minded for any suggestion or criticism
Excellent communication skills with colleges, supervisors, and stakeholders
Self-confident and excellent time management that respects deadlines
References
Referee and recommendation letters will be sent upon request.
Training
- Conferences:
- PMD Pro Course in June 2020.
- Compliance & Anti-Money Laundering and Financing Law Seminar by Saad Naffa Law Firm in 2018.
- PMD Pro Course in July 2017.
- TESOL Arabia Conference March 2010.
- Second Annual Teacher Leadership Academy Conference May 2010.
- International Conference on Translation Interpretation and the Impact of Globalization Nov 2008.
- Translation Workshops:
- Translation as a Profession: Challenges and Worries.
- Legal Text Translation.
- Subtitling.
- Simultaneous & Consecutive Interpretation.
- Communication Cultures.
- TESOL Workshops:
- The Important of Conjugation in Emirati Arabic.
- Your Voice as a Tool in Teaching.
- How to Write a Research Paper.
- Creating Professional Teaching Portfolio.
- Teacher Research in EFL Beliefs and Practices.
Timeline
Procurement Manager
ARK Group DMCC
06.2024 - Current
Corporate Services Assistant
British Embassy, Amman
01.2016 - 09.2016
Logistic and Administrative Officer
The Stabilisation Network DMCC (TSN)
01.2016 - 01.2019
Translator and Interpreter
Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC)
03.2013 - 07.2015
English Teacher for KG2
AL-Adwa Private School
01.2011 - 01.2012
Member Student Translation Office
UAE University
01.2010 - 01.2011
Corporate Service Senior Officer
ARK Group DMCC
2020 - 05.2024
Bachelor's degree - Translation as a major, TESOL Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages as a minor
United Arab Emirates University
High school diploma -
Al Murajeb High School