Jordan

I'm manal al-ghazawi have 32 years of experience in executive management. I have professional knowledge in project management, mathematics and programming, I have a unique experience for project management tools, and I’m familiar with the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK), I have a strong experience working with foreign-funded projects.  Four years of my experience were with the Japan International Corporation Agency (JICA), Jordan; 1 year with Severn Trent Water International – UK, and four years worked as Group leader With (GTZ) Modernization Project, I am very familiar with the nature of work at diplomatic missions. I worked closely with a multinational technical experts, I have worked as Project coordinator for e-government program in department of lands and survey in addition to my basic job the head of e-government section; through my work I gained excellent experience in the field of business process reengineering, I gained an excellent knowledge and experience in the Jordanian market through managing a personal business. I am currently employed as coordinator of Reproductive Health Program, in the higher population council. Fortunately, I have the opportunity to prepare the Reproductive Health/Family Planning national Strategy for 2013–2017, and prepare the operational plan for the year 2013 and 2014 which prepared through joint national effort with all relevant partners, including ministries, institutions, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), the private sector, and donor agencies. I am fluent in both Arabic and English; I have Strong negotiation, communication, facilitation and influencing skills. I worked in the development of a comprehensive organizational, institutional, and technical standards framework when I worked at the Jordanian Department of Lands and Survey (DLS). I also participated on optimizing the use and integration of geospatial technology, information, and place-based problem solving and decision support within the DLS modernization framework. I have good experience in Monitoring and Evaluation technic working to ensuring high quality and timely inputs, and for ensuring that the project maintains its strategic vision and that its activities result in the achievement of its intended outputs in a cost effective and timely manner. I have good experience in human resource management, and I conduct training course in E-secretary in Al-Sudan, also I conduct ICDL training course, in my work as change manager I was responsible for conducting serial of training course in customer service orientation subject. im working now as  Coordinator of the National Reproductive Health/ Family Planning Plan,  in the Higher Population Council, Amman, Jordan. As Program Coordinator of the Reproductive Health / Family Planning Plan,  in the Higher Population council, My main duties & responsibilities were: Working with the high level  management to improve the chances of success of national plans coordinated by the Higher Population  Council to achieve its goals, and improve the level of monitoring and evaluation control over the programs emanating from the national plans in terms of achievement, with high level Involvement  with government, civil bodies and volunteer in the planning, management and implementation of population projects in accordance with national Agenda plans, and Contribute to strengthening cooperation and coordination with regional and international Agencies  concerned with population issues, I'm responsible for the monitoring and evaluation of the national reproductive health family planning strategy for the years (2013-2017) to ensuring high quality and timely inputs, and for ensuring that the project maintains its strategic vision and that its activities result in the achievement of its intended outputs in a cost effective and timely manner also responsible for designing and implementing the M&E activities of the Project; and preparing Quarterly/Annual reports on project progress and monitor the project activities on a regular basis, and developing and maintaining the MIS of the Project and responsible for the collection & analysis of different data in relation to the project activities, I’m responsible for the monitoring and ensuring high quality and timely inputs, and for ensuring that the Plan maintains its strategic vision and that its activities result in the achievement of its intended outputs in a cost effective and timely manner, also I’m responsible for designing and implementing the M&E activities of the plan; preparing Quarterly/Annual reports on project progress and monitor the Plan activities on a regular basis, developing and maintaining the MIS of the Plan and responsible for the collection & analysis of different data in relation to the plan activities.I'm working in close collaboration with all relevant partners, including ministries, institutions, Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) ,civil society organizations, private sector, and donor agencies General Background about the Higher Population Council Near the end of the 1980s, the concept of social work in Jordan had begun to expand, growing from its initial form of merely providing charitable donations to the less fortunate to encompass the more comprehensive goal of empowering families in need to depend on themselves and to achieve self-sufficiency. During this conceptual shift, the need for a specialized committee, capable of providing population data and addressing population issues from a developmental perspective, became apparent.   Based on the close relationship between population issues and national development concerns, in 1973, Her Royal Highness Princess Basma Bint Talal (The  Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Jordanian Hashemite Fund for Human Development (JOHUD), submitted a proposal to the government of Jordan to establish the Jordanian National Population Commission (JNPC). HRH Princess Basma’s proposal was adopted immediately, with its General Secretariat to be hosted by JOHUD. In 1988, the Jordanian government developed a General Secretariat for the Jordanian National Population Commission, acting as the Commission’s executive arm. In December 2002, in recognition of its expanded role and responsibilities, the JNPC was renamed the Higher Population Council (HPC) and was presided over by the Prime Minister. In 2012, the HPC was reconstituted under the chairmanship of the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation. The HPC is empowered with the authority to direct national efforts in the pursuit of sustainable development, striving to create a balance between population growth and social and economic resources. HRH Princess Basma remains an integral figure within the HPC, as she continues to oversee HPC activities as well as to monitor its progress. HRH continuously underlines the important role that youth play in bringing about sustainable development, she is a strong proponent of supporting young people in the achievement of and investment in the ‘Demographic Opportunity,’ which represents a core component of HPC policies. The Princess has emphasized that understanding and preparing for the ‘Demographic Opportunity’ is key in reaching a smaller dependency ratio (i.e. ratio of dependents to working-age population); this would create a demographic potential for higher economic growth, as favorable dependency ratios tend to boost the progress of economic and social development. In December 2002, in recognition of its expanded role and responsibilities, the JNPC was renamed the Higher Population Council (HPC) and was presided over by the Prime Minister. In 2012, the HPC was reconstituted under the chairmanship of the Minister of Planning and International Cooperation. The HPC is empowered with the authority to direct national efforts in the pursuit of sustainable development, striving to create a balance between population growth and social and economic resources. HRH Princess Basma remains an integral figure within the HPC, as she continues to oversee HPC activities as well as to monitor its progress. HRH continuously underlines the important role that youth play in bringing about sustainable development, she is a strong proponent of supporting young people in the achievement of and investment in the ‘Demographic Opportunity,’ which represents a core component of HPC policies. The Princess has emphasized that understanding and preparing for the ‘Demographic Opportunity’ is key in reaching a smaller dependency ratio (i.e. ratio of dependents to working-age population); this would create a demographic potential for higher economic growth, as favorable dependency ratios tend to boost the progress of economic and social development.    

The Jordan Anti Drugs Society (tjads) has been founded in 2012 working on rising awareness and prevention  we had achieved to serve our community in jordan and we had the opportunity to spread our knowledge and experiences  tjads now member in some working groups and international networks such as  VNGOC committee  un world Drugs federation  international federation of Green Crescents  and more we had 1027 volunteers  72 members  7 board members Funding from members only 555 JOD 2018 

Princess Basma Youth Resource Center (PBYRC) was established under the Jordanian Hashemite Fund for Human Development (JOHUD) as a response to the growing needs of young Jordanians and has worked with community stakeholders since 2002. Youth constitute a significant portion of the Jordanian population and are often excluded or absent from the development process. Utilizing JOHUD’s 50 Community Development Centers (CDC) PBYRC implements and designs projects in four thematic areas: 1) Civic Engagement, 2) Economic Empowerment, 3) Media for Development, 4) Creative Information Communication Technology (ICT). Through the above mentioned programs, PBYRC has successfully established 12 Debate Clubs, conducted soft-skill training, manages three Employability Centers and operates four film clubs and four after-school community computer Clubhouses. In 2010, PBYRC successfully implemented over 25 projects that targeted over 6000 youth. There are currently 27 staff employed at PBYRC and an additional 20 employed as coordinators within the various debate clubs, film clubs, employability centers and computer clubhouses. PBYRC's partners and donors include various UN agencies, Save the Children, Mercy Corps, the Royal Film Commission, USAID, the European Commission, the British and American Embassies, the British Council, Open Society Institute, as well as community based organizations in Jordan. More at: www.johud.org.jo - http://www.facebook.com/PBYRC  

The Jordanian National Commission for Women was established as a semi-governmental body on (12/3/1992) by the decision of the Prime Ministry and chaired by Her Royal Highness Princess Basma Bint Talal. This came as a recognition women’s role and an expression of Jordan's response women’s and society’s needs , and an emphasis of Jordan's commitment to implement national, Arab and international policies and covenants . This includes the commitment to create a national mechanism that promotes women’s and economic, social and political participation, protects her gains, and defends her rights in order to achieve a higher level of social justice and equality between men and women. Based on the Cabinet’s decision on 21/9/1996, the National Commission is considered the reference to all official bodies with regard to women's activities and affairs. Therefore, all official bodies should refer to the commission before making any relative decision or action and the commission would, in turn, presents the recommendations and reports to the Prime Minister . The National Commission consists of 22 members representing the ministries, the national councils and institutions, civil society organizations, and prominent national figures. The National Commission has recently started opening liaison offices in the governorates of the Kingdom. The first stage included: Irbid, Mafraq, Ajloun, Madaba, Karak, and Aqaba.

In mid-2000, a group of professional Jordanian artists met to form a collective entity for artistic activity with various fields of theatre, cinema and drama. we firmly believe in the necessity of art in the daily life of humans and in our role as artists committed to the local society, to present artistic performances every year in popular and remote areas, produce community films to help carry the imaginative message to as many individuals as possible. We became well known locally and got our declaration as a theater foundation that is called: "Free Theater Association" and got our official license on the 10th of May 2000. In a few years, we became known in the region and the Arab world, through various theater performances. And that helped gaining the trust of the younger generation in us, we are aware of their importance, that is why we focused on establishment of specialized workshops for both genders to discover and refine the youth imaginative energies, we try our best to be a safe shelter for the young to help them recognize their own creative paths. The Festival itself was established locally, and gradualy Arab participations were included. Then the festival developed into an international festival and that put us under the responsibility of being strict and select the best quality of those who apply. This year we come together to celebrate the 14th cycle of the festival and the 19th anniversary of the establishment of the group. We are also celebrating our recognition by the International Commission for Theater (ITI) emanating from UNESCO.

The PAC has 22 professional employees and a Board of Directors comprising of 12 members chaired by Her Majesty Queen Noor AL Hussein Sources of funding: UN organizations, private sector, public sector in Jordan and other NGO’s in Jordan. Main partners: -The International Association of Theater for Children and Young people (ASSITEJ ) -The International Center for Theater in Education (ICTIE)- United Kingdom - The John F. Kennedy Center for The Performing Arts- Washington DC. - The International Association for the Biennial of Young Artists from Europe and the Mediterranean (BJCEM) – Athens, Greece - The Royal Academy of Dance- Great Britain - The Danish Center for Culture & Development (DCCD), Denmark

The National Forum for Awareness & Development NFAD is a non-profit Jordanian non- governmental organization (NGO) that has been established in line with H.M. King Abdullah II’s vision towards building a new Jordan, and activating the role of different sectors and citizens in the Kingdom’s overall development process. we are part of the ministry of culture we have 7 board members and many active members .

it is anon governmental and non profitable organization, it has an elected board members which consists of (the elected president) and another eight elected members. ( vice president+secretary, treasurer). the budgetary resources available in a year =5000 Jordanian dinars source of funding: the yearly dues from members+ yearly financial support from the ministry of culture+ some fund raising events. we had past projects with the euromed (youths talk about their rights). partners: youths from euromed countries such as Syria, Egypt, Greece,Germany and Spain. some projects with foreign embassies and organizations. Such as the Swiss Embassy and Friedrich Naumann Foundation (Germany), some local conferences and seminars.   Ahmad al-Zghoul - 00962 79 7652111  Ahmadzg2004@gmail.com