Hatem Jandali

Hatem Jandali

$20/hr
Civil Engineering - Project Management - Infrastructure -Proposal Writing - Stakeholder Coordination
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Hourly ($/hour)
Age:
31 years old
Location:
Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey
Experience:
7 years
Hatem Jandali Passport: U- Work permit: Turkish, Syrian Place of birth: Gaziantep, Türkiye (- (Mobile) Date of birth: 30/11/1993 Nationality: Turkish, Syrian Phone number: Email address:- Address: Ataturk mah, Asim cenani cd. 7/9, Sehitkamil, 27590, Gaziantep, Türkiye (Home) Address: Hirek-i serif mah, yeni bahce sk. 39/1 Fatih, 340940, Istanbul, Türkiye (Second Address) Address: Alghota - infront of Al brazel cafe house number 2, 00000, Homs, Syria (Third Address) WORK EXPERIENCE  INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN RELIEF ASSOCIATION (IYD) – GAZIANTEP, TÜRKIYE WASH AND SHELTER PROGRAM COORDINATOR – 01/01/2023 – CURRENT Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Planning & Program Design • Lead the development of multi-sectoral project proposals, including needs assessments, technical designs, logframes, and budget estimations. • Translate humanitarian needs into comprehensive WASH and shelter interventions with measurable outcomes and sustainable impact. • Align program strategies with the Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP), Sphere Standards, and cluster guidance, ensuring contextual relevance. 2. Technical Oversight • Oversee the technical design and quality assurance of infrastructure activities such as: • Water supply networks, solar-powered water stations, and wastewater management systems. • Emergency shelter kits, dignified shelter unit construction, and site improvements. • Ensure the use of environmentally safe, conflict-sensitive, and locally appropriate technologies and methods. 3. Project Implementation & Monitoring • Supervise the rollout of activities according to agreed timelines, ensuring adherence to quality standards and budget control. • Develop and maintain tools for tracking progress, such as work plans, procurement plans, and activity trackers. • Facilitate field-level coordination with engineers, contractors, and local authorities to ensure smooth execution. 4. Coordination & Representation • Act as the focal point for external coordination with WASH and Shelter Clusters, local authorities, donors, and partners. • Represent the organization in inter-agency meetings, technical working groups, and consortiums, contributing to policy development and advocacy. • Support the localization agenda by building the capacity of local actors and engaging affected communities in all phases of the project cycle. 5. Compliance, Reporting & Donor Relations • Ensure strict compliance with donor regulations, internal policies, and humanitarian standards. • Prepare timely and high-quality reports, including situation updates, donor reports, and MEAL documents. • Collaborate with grants, MEAL, and finance teams to ensure integrated project delivery and evidence-based reporting. 6. Risk Management & Adaptive Learning • Identify potential risks (e.g., security, technical, logistical) and proactively develop mitigation measures. • Lead After Action Reviews (AARs), integrate lessons learned, and ensure continual improvement of programming approaches. Key Achievements: • Successfully implemented integrated WASH-Shelter projects in hard-to-reach and underserved areas, improving access to safe water and dignified living conditions for thousands of IDPs. • Pioneered the introduction of sustainable wastewater treatment (e.g., ABRs) and renewable energy solutions in water infrastructure. • Actively contributed to the redesign of 5Ws for the WASH Cluster, enhancing reporting accuracy and partner coordination.  INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN RELIEF ASSOCIATION (IYD) – GAZIANTEP, TÜRKIYE PROJECT MANAGER – 01/01/2022 – 01/01/2023 Key Responsibilities: 1. Project Planning & Design • Lead the development of detailed project implementation plans, including timelines, budgets, procurement schedules, and risk assessments. • Translate proposal documents and donor commitments into actionable field-level activities. • Ensure technical designs meet both contextual needs and international standards (Sphere, WHO, etc.). 2. Implementation & Operations Management • Manage day-to-day project operations across multiple field sites, ensuring timely delivery of key outputs such as: • Rehabilitation of water and sanitation infrastructure. • Construction and upgrading of shelter units and site improvements. • Installation of solar energy systems for water and sanitation facilities. • Coordinate logistics, procurement, and contractor engagement, ensuring compliance with internal SOPs and donor rules. 3. Team Leadership & Capacity Building • Supervise multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, field officers, MEAL staff, and logistics personnel. • Provide on-the-job mentoring, conduct performance reviews, and foster a results-oriented team culture. • Lead capacity-building initiatives for local partners and stakeholders to strengthen sustainability and localization efforts. 4. Financial & Grant Management • Monitor project expenditures and burn rates to ensure alignment with budgets and cost-efficiency. • Prepare financial forecasts, approve expense requests, and coordinate with the finance team for compliance and reporting. • Support budget revisions and no-cost extension (NCE) justifications when necessary. 5. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting • Oversee the development and implementation of MEAL frameworks, ensuring accurate tracking of indicators and outputs. • Lead field-level data collection, verification, and learning initiatives. • Draft high-quality donor reports, internal updates, and success stories to highlight impact. 6. Coordination, Representation & Compliance • Represent the organization in cluster meetings, coordination forums, and technical working groups. • Liaise with donors, local authorities, and community stakeholders to maintain transparent and productive relationships. • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, accountability, and protection standards throughout project implementation. Key Achievements: • Successfully managed multi-million-dollar donor-funded projects with integrated WASH, shelter, and renewable energy components. • Led high-impact infrastructure projects in remote and conflict-affected areas with minimal delays and full donor compliance. • Developed and executed contingency plans that ensured continuity of services during supply chain disruptions and security escalations. • Contributed to organizational visibility through strategic engagement in cluster meetings and joint field visits.  INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN RELIEF ASSOCIATION (IYD) – GAZIANTEP, TÜRKIYE PROJECT SENIOR OFFICER – 01/01/2021 – 01/01/2022 Key Responsibilities: 1. Field-Level Activity Coordination • Coordinate and oversee the implementation of key project activities, including: • Rehabilitation of water and sewage networks in urban and semi-urban areas. • Solarization and operation of water stations to enhance sustainability. • Construction of wastewater treatment plants (ABR systems) in IDP settlements. • Site improvements and shelter upgrades, including fencing, drainage, and pathway stabilization. • Distribution of hygiene kits and sensitization campaigns. • Ensure technical teams follow detailed implementation plans, work schedules, and quality standards. 2. Technical & Operational Support • Participate in conducting technical assessments, preparing BoQs, and verifying the feasibility of interventions based on local context and available infrastructure. • Support the tendering process by preparing specifications and coordinating with the procurement unit to source local and cross-border suppliers (e.g., for Turkish-supplied incinerators or solar panels). • Monitor the installation of water and sanitation systems, ensuring functionality and community acceptance. 3. Supervision & Field Team Management • Supervise site engineers, hygiene promoters, and Cash-for-Work teams throughout implementation phases. • Conduct daily follow-up with teams and contractors to track progress and resolve implementation issues. • Ensure that explosive hazard awareness is delivered to CfW staff in high-risk areas prior to site entry. 4. Reporting, Documentation & MEAL Support • Collect field data and prepare weekly progress reports, including photo documentation, beneficiary updates, and site visit records. • Support MEAL teams during baseline, post-implementation monitoring, and satisfaction surveys. • Maintain accurate records of procurement, distribution, and implementation milestones for audit and donor verification. 5. Coordination with Authorities & Stakeholders • Act as the focal point for coordination with local councils and community leaders to facilitate access and ensure community participation. • Participate in joint assessments and project handover processes with stakeholders, including UN agencies and donors. • Ensure strong representation of IYD in field-level coordination meetings and cluster site visits (e.g., with OCHA, SCI, or IOM). 6. Risk Management & Adaptation • Identify and escalate risks such as supply chain delays, contractor underperformance, and access issues. • Contribute to project phasing and reallocation strategies based on real-time updates from the field (e.g., savings from O&M costs redirected to additional water station rehabilitation). • Adapt implementation methods based on technical study results and on-the-ground constraints. Key Achievements: • Delivered successful WASH and shelter interventions across more than 10 locations under highly volatile and complex conditions. • Contributed to the solarization and reactivation of critical water stations in remote areas, increasing access to safe drinking water for thousands of people. • Facilitated the operational launch of sustainable ABR wastewater treatment systems and supported long-term waste management planning at Al-Habat landfill. • Played a key role in updating IYD’s project tracking, 5Ws, and reporting tools for WASH Cluster engagement.  INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN RELIEF ASSOCIATION (IYD) – GAZIANTEP, TÜRKIYE PROJECT OFFICER – 01/01/2020 – 01/01/2021 Key Responsibilities: 1. Implementation Support • Assist in the execution of field activities such as: • Rehabilitation of water networks and sewage systems in Jarablus, Mare’, and Al-Ra’i. • Solar panel installation and maintenance for water stations. • Distribution of hygiene kits and shelter NFIs. • Construction and oversight of wastewater treatment systems (e.g., ABRs). • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, gather data, and provide logistical and operational support to field teams. 2. Coordination & Communication • Act as a liaison between the field teams and project management to ensure accurate flow of information and smooth coordination. • Participate in meetings with local councils, contractors, and community representatives to facilitate field access and gain local buy-in. • Assist in community engagement efforts and ensure that feedback mechanisms are functional and responsive. 3. Documentation & Reporting • Maintain updated records of field activities, including daily implementation logs, attendance sheets, and contractor documentation. • Support the preparation of weekly field updates, donor progress reports, and photo documentation. • Collaborate with MEAL teams during assessments, monitoring visits, and PDMs. 4. Logistics & Procurement Support • Assist in preparing Purchase Requests (PRs) and follow up on procurement and delivery of materials for infrastructure and hygiene-related activities. • Verify quantities and quality of materials received and ensure they meet project specifications. • Coordinate with the warehouse and logistics team to track stock levels and usage of project inputs. 5. Compliance & Accountability • Ensure that field activities are carried out in line with Sphere standards, donor guidelines, and IYD’s internal procedures. • Monitor CfW activities to ensure labor safety and compliance with humanitarian labor standards. • Report any incidents or risks (e.g., delays, safety concerns, community tensions) to the Project Senior Officer for resolution. Key Achievements: • Contributed to the successful completion of multiple water network and sanitation infrastructure activities in remote and underserved locations. • Supported the operational rollout of solar-powered water stations, increasing energy efficiency and service continuity. • Played a key role in organizing distributions and tracking hygiene kit delivery across several IDP sites. • Ensured the proper documentation and archiving of implementation records to support compliance and reporting needs.  INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN RELIEF ASSOCIATION (IYD) – GAZIANTEP, TÜRKIYE PROJECT SENIOR ASSISTANT – 01/05/2019 – 01/01/2020 Key Responsibilities: 1. Administrative & Logistical Support • Prepare and track project documentation, including activity trackers, procurement requests, and distribution records. • Assist with organizing project-related logistics such as transportation of materials, delivery scheduling, and field team deployment. • Support the coordination of hygiene kit distributions and small-scale infrastructure works by ensuring proper paperwork and logistical arrangements are in place. 2. Field Coordination Assistance • Follow up on daily implementation activities in project areas like Jarablus, Mare’, and Al-Ra’i. • Help monitor basic technical works such as: • Installation of solar systems at water stations. • Basic water and sanitation rehabilitation tasks. • Minor site improvement works at IDP locations. • Support field visits, data collection, and beneficiary feedback processes in coordination with MEAL and engineering staff. 3. Documentation & Reporting • Maintain well-organized archives of project documentation, including: • Field reports, BoQs, attendance lists, contractor logbooks, and distribution records. • Assist in compiling inputs for donor reports, progress summaries, and internal updates. • Ensure all supporting documents for project activities are completed, signed, and scanned for donor compliance. 4. Communication & Coordination • Act as a communication bridge between field staff, engineers, and the project officer or senior officer. • Coordinate with logistics, finance, and HR departments to follow up on requests related to field operations (e.g., PR status, cash requests, staff attendance). • Help organize internal and external meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and follow up on action points. 5. Compliance & Accountability • Ensure that project files are maintained in accordance with internal SOPs and donor compliance requirements. • Support in following up on feedback or complaints raised through the accountability mechanism, and escalate when necessary. • Assist in ensuring CfW activities are in line with agreed timelines and standards, including distribution of safety gear and attendance monitoring. Key Achievements: • Contributed to the effective delivery of WASH and shelter activities by supporting documentation, logistics, and coordination across multiple project locations. • Played a key role in preparing documentation packages for donor reporting and audit readiness. • Helped facilitate successful distributions and rehabilitation works by coordinating closely with local councils and site supervisors. • Maintained accurate and well-organized project archives, helping ensure compliance with SCHF, UNDP, and other donor requirements. EDUCATION AND TRAINING 01/11/2011 – 01/07/2017 Cairo, Egypt BACHELOR DEGREE Ain Shams University Website https://www.asu.edu.eg/ Level in EQF EQF level 6 LANGUAGE SKILLS Mother tongue(s): ARABIC Other language(s): UNDERSTANDING SPEAKING WRITING Listening Reading Spoken production Spoken interaction ENGLISH C1 C1 C1 C1 C1 TURKISH B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 FRENCH A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 Levels: A1 and A2: Basic user; B1 and B2: Independent user; C1 and C2: Proficient user SKILLS Large scale project technical design develop project schedule Project scheduling create CAD drawings Drawing software: AutoCAD, REVIT Primavera P6E manage contracts leadership principles oversee quality control coordinate technical standards for global interoperability negotiate with stakeholders engage with stakeholders Effective Communications solve problems Very Good command of civil engineering softwares (Auto CAD SAP ETABS MS-Project) infection control handle humanitarian response programs
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