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Jihad Zawidah

Amman

Summary

Responsible for seed collection, nursery management, training of community, and training of trainers on sound restoration practices. Also Supervises activities in many nurseries and out-planting sites across Jordan. Prior to joining WADI NGO, Worked with SEED project, Peace Corps/US embassy Jordan, and Global Community. With over 7 years of experience in the field of ecological restoration, Have developed a strong skill set in natural resources management and community engagement.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications

Work History

Natural Resources Officer

WADI For Sustainable Ecosystems Development
Amman
01.2020 - Current
  • Conduct on-the-job training workshops for nursery workers and community members
  • Prepare presentations and reports on progress achieved, plans for next quarter, and mitigations for challenges
  • Participate in focus group sessions, events, and meetings with potential and existing donors, stakeholders, and partners
  • Conduct follow-up sessions with partners and local communities
  • Follow -up projects Wadi Rum (Mitsubishi Corporation & Disi Women Co.)/ Majedyah (ICARDA) /Sharhabeel (ICARDA)/ Sabha (HF) / Khashafyah (GAM) / Azraq (MoA)/
  • Madaba (Carob Farm)/ Jerash/ Tal Alromman (RBG)
  • Accounting and administrative support, Delivery of daily and monthly labor payments, preparation of payments reports, organizing the closing of cash withdrawals
  • In addition to the job assignments, I also worked on the Community Engagement
  • Officer during 2021 and 2022 in the Wadi Rum region.
  • I did the work of the Natural Resources, , when he was on un-paid vacation outside Jordan
  • Follow-up of clearance transactions in the Customs Department and tax exemption transactions for the project between the Ministry of Planning and International
  • Cooperation and the Customs Department.

Field Technical Support Officer

Wadi For Sustainable Ecosystems Development
Amman
02.2019 - 01.2020

• Inspect and follow-up on the day-to-day nursery activities and provide guidance to the nursery staff on how to tackle different issues.
• Provide all aspects of technical field support to WADI natural resources manager and other project team members as needed.
• Provide technical support and routine follow-up to WADI Project network of established nurseries.
• Follow -up projects Wadi Rum (Mitsubishi& Disi Women Co.)/ Majedyah (ICARDA) /Sharhabeel (ICARDA)/ Sabha (HF) / Khashafyah (GAM) / Azraq (MoA)/ Madaba (Carob Farm)/ Jerash/ Tal Alromman (RBG).

Office Assistant/ Driver

11.2016 - 01.2019
  • Sustainable Environment and Economic Development project (SEED), funded by USAID and implemented by USFS/IP
  • Assisted driver with product or package deliveries to residential and commercial locations
  • Loaded products or packages onto trucks and organized items according to preset sorting procedures
  • Placed cold-sensitive products in appropriate truck storage locations and quickly transported items to customers' cold storage facility
  • Completed required product or package delivery documentation
  • Lifted and carried packages weighing up to 25Kg.
  • Displayed very good communication and customer service skills
  • Arranged packages on truck to achieve best use of storage space and to minimize damage
  • Followed workplace and on-truck safety guidelines and regulations to prevent accidents and mishaps
  • Exhibited good attendance, work habits, and willingness to learn job functions
  • Used pallet jacks, handcarts, and dollies to transport products to truck and to customers
  • Assisted drivers with loading and unloading packages onto delivery trucks to maintain deadlines
  • Assisted with shipment preparation and documentation to support accuracy and proper tracking
  • Verified and documented package deliveries for proof of accuracy and deadline adherence
  • Used proper safety techniques and gear such as lifting straps to move items off truck

Office Assistant / Driver

United States Peace Corps
Amman, AM
12.2012 - 05.2016

Office Assistant

Global Community, Jordan- Mafraq
06.2012 - 12.2012

Business Owner

Oriental Magic Shop for Accessories
01.2009 - 01.2012

Sales & Distribution Executive

Al-Aqsa Trading Company LLC
01.2002 - 01.2009

Education

High School Diploma -

Private Study
Amman
08.2021 - 08.2022

GED -

Doane University
USA
10.2022 - 12.2022

Skills

    Excellent organizational and time management skills

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Certification

Arabic Mother Tongue

Additional Information

  • Address Driving license I am responsible for seed collection, nursery management, training of community, and training of trainers on sound restoration practices. Also I supervises activities in many nurseries and outplanting sites across Jordan. Prior to joining WADI NGO, I worked with SEED project, Peace Corps/US embassy Jordan, and Global Community. With over 7 years of experience in the field of ecological restoration, I have developed a strong skill set in natural resources management and community engagement.

Timeline

GED -

Doane University
10.2022 - 12.2022

High School Diploma -

Private Study
08.2021 - 08.2022

Natural Resources Officer

WADI For Sustainable Ecosystems Development
01.2020 - Current

Field Technical Support Officer

Wadi For Sustainable Ecosystems Development
02.2019 - 01.2020

Office Assistant/ Driver

11.2016 - 01.2019

Office Assistant / Driver

United States Peace Corps
12.2012 - 05.2016

Office Assistant

Global Community, Jordan- Mafraq
06.2012 - 12.2012

Business Owner

Oriental Magic Shop for Accessories
01.2009 - 01.2012

Sales & Distribution Executive

Al-Aqsa Trading Company LLC
01.2002 - 01.2009
Jihad Zawidah