Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Key Recognitions and Competitive Achievements
Training
Timeline
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Farah Alami

Grants and Business Development Specialist
Amman,AM

Summary

Humanitarian professional with 8+ years of experience leading multi-sector, donor-funded programs across the MENA region (Yemen, Lebanon, Jordan, Syria, and Palestine). Former SMT member and advisor to Country Directors, with a track record in managing complex portfolios, diverse teams, and donor relations with BHA, ECHO, PRM, SIDA, and others. Skilled in proposal development, grants management, and full-cycle program implementation with a strong focus on compliance, quality, and donor engagement. Passionate about creating adaptive monitoring systems that improve program outcomes. Currently pursuing PMP certification, expanding expertise in Agile and Lean project management.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Grants & Business Development Consultant

Qatar Charity
07.2025 - 07.2025

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designed and drafted a full proposal for mental health programming, ensuring alignment with donor priorities and compliance standards.
  • Developed and implemented an engagement strategy to strengthen donor relations.
  • Facilitated external partnerships to expand collaboration and funding opportunities.

Key Achievements:

  • Successfully introduced the organization to UNICEF, positioning them for long-term engagement.
  • Brokered a partnership with Medair, enhancing program scope and competitiveness of the proposal.
  • Delivered a high-quality proposal within tight deadlines, contributing to the organization's strategic growth.

Grants and Partnerships Coordinator

Solidarites International
04.2024 - 04.2025

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provided strategic oversight for multi-sector humanitarian programming funded by ECHO, BHA, CDCs, and SDC, ensuring alignment with donor compliance and effective management practices.
  • Led development of performance monitoring frameworks, integrating program quality and learning approaches across field teams.

Key Achievements:

  • Represented the organization in donor coordination platforms, strengthening visibility and strategic positioning for future funding opportunities.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.

Awards and Partnerships Manager (Acting Communications and Business Development Manager)

Relief International
12.2022 - 12.2023

Key Responsibilities:

  • Contributed to RI's global strategy and Jordan country strategy development and resource mobilization.
  • Oversaw grants compliance and partnership management for BPRM, SDC, and BSC-funded programming.
  • Led sub-granting cycles and compliance support to local CSOs, conducting capacity assessments and strengthening partner accountability frameworks.

Key Achievements:

  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work. Once we produced a successful technical proposal over the weekend (in 3 days).
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive the business development efforts.

Grants and Communication Manager

Premiere Urgence Internationale
01.2022 - 12.2022

Key Responsibilities:

  • Directed programmatic reporting, donor engagement, and proposal design for EC/PRM/BHA-funded portfolios.
  • Supported the MEL team in integrating feedback loops and evidence-based learning into program improvement cycles.

Key Achievements:

  • Developed communications strategies to drive forward progress in public relations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop effective branding materials and messaging.
  • Restructured department workflows for greater efficiency, allowing more time to focus on high-impact projects.

Grants Management Officer

Humanity and Inclusion
06.2020 - 12.2021

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supported DFID, ECHO, and SIDA grant portfolios, ensuring results-based reporting and strategic planning across remote field teams
  • Facilitated internal learning processes and donor engagement in volatile operating environments
  • Collaborated closely with finance department staff members when developing reports and projections associated with the ongoing grants.
  • Managed grants calendar to meet proposal and report deadlines.

Key Achievements:

  • Successfully managed multiple grant projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and accurate reporting.
  • Conducted comprehensive reviews of existing grants portfolio, identifying areas for improvement in alignment with organizational priorities.

Programs Coordinator

Generations for Peace
08.2017 - 06.2020

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Coordinated and supported peace building programs across Jordan and GFP's international portfolio in MENA and Asia, ensuring programmatic alignment with mission and donor expectations.
  • Led execution of program cycles including curriculum adaptation, training facilitation, and partner engagement across diverse cultural contexts.
  • Applied unique development approaches tailored to conflict dynamics and target groups, especially youth and marginalized communities.
  • Served as Knowledge Management Focal Point, enhancing institutional memory and supporting adaptive programming through data-driven insights.
  • Supported development and rollout of Monitoring & Evaluation frameworks and programming grids for impact measurement and continuous learning.

Key Achievements:

  • Championed program improvement initiatives based on stakeholder feedback, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to excellence.
  • Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.

Campus Director and Jordan Campus Lead

Hult Prize
10.2015 - 01.2016

Key Responsibilities:

  • Represented the Hult Prize Foundation nationally, leading outreach and engagement with universities, private sector sponsors, and ecosystem partners to promote social entrepreneurship.
  • Led the local fundraising efforts. Identified and engaged with donors who supported the competition's activities.
  • Cultivated senior stakeholder relationships and ensured strong university engagement across the Jordan ecosystem.

Key Achievements:

  • Established partnerships with local businesses and organizations to provide students with networking opportunities and career resources.
  • Enhanced campus life by organizing and overseeing a diverse range of events, including guest speaker series, cultural celebrations, and networking receptions.

Education

Diploma - International Leadership And Innovation

Kelley School of Business - Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Accountancy

School of Business - University of Jordan
Amman, Jordan
04.2001 -

Diploma - International Business And Entrepreneurship

Kelley School of Business - Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana
08-2016

Skills

Problem-solving

Key Recognitions and Competitive Achievements

Recognized as a Young Peace-builder by the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) (2019), for contributions to peace building and conflict resolution in Jordan.

  • Selected by the U.S. Department of State as one of Jordan's top Social Entrepreneurs, earning two U.S. Embassy-funded diplomas:

- Diploma in International Business (2016)
- Advanced Diploma in Leadership and Innovation (2018)

  • Second Place Winner – P2P: Challenging Extremism NESA Competition (March 2017), hosted in Washington, D.C.
    Led the development of Athar, a campaign focused on countering extremism and promoting peace.
    Represented The University of Jordan among international university teams.
  • First Place Winner – Start-Up Weekend Amman (2016), organized by ZINC
    Designed a viable business plan for GiftMe, a mobile gifting app recognized for its market feasibility.
  • Top 10 Winner – Entrepreneurial Feasibility-Study Competition (2016), hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
    Completed a 5-week feasibility study with a team, selected among the best entries for innovation and business planning.

Training

  • Preventing Support from Transactions with Prohibited Parties - RI Academy
  • BSAFE Online Course - UNDSS
  • Managing Difficult Conversations in Performance Management - RI Academy
  • Field Security Management Certificate - RI Academy
  • Conflict Resolution - GFP Academy

Timeline

Grants & Business Development Consultant

Qatar Charity
07.2025 - 07.2025

Grants and Partnerships Coordinator

Solidarites International
04.2024 - 04.2025

Awards and Partnerships Manager (Acting Communications and Business Development Manager)

Relief International
12.2022 - 12.2023

Grants and Communication Manager

Premiere Urgence Internationale
01.2022 - 12.2022

Grants Management Officer

Humanity and Inclusion
06.2020 - 12.2021

Programs Coordinator

Generations for Peace
08.2017 - 06.2020

Campus Director and Jordan Campus Lead

Hult Prize
10.2015 - 01.2016

Diploma - International Leadership And Innovation

Kelley School of Business - Indiana University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Accountancy

School of Business - University of Jordan
04.2001 -

Diploma - International Business And Entrepreneurship

Kelley School of Business - Indiana University
Farah AlamiGrants and Business Development Specialist