Areas of Expertise
Project Management
Proposal Writing
Training & Workshops
Areas of Expertise (Other)
Monitoring and Evaluation - consultancy - Trainer - freelancer - MEAL Donor Relations - Fundraising - Reporting - SPSS Kobo Data Analysis- Training - Proposals and concept notes
Short Bio
I am a highly skilled Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) expert and training consultant with over 13 years of experience supporting international and local NGOs. I hold an MBA from Heriot-Watt University and a BA in Management from Southern New Hampshire University. My expertise includes designing MEAL systems, conducting evaluations, managing feedback and complaint mechanisms, and leading donor relations, proposal writing, and reporting. I have delivered extensive training on MEAL, project cycle management, fundraising, and child protection, strengthening the capacity of organizations and enhancing program quality. With proven achievements across education, health, livelihoods, child protection, women empowerment, food security, and relief, I am committed to advancing accountability, impact, and sustainable development.
Experience with the Civil Society
I have over 13 years of experience working with civil society organizations in Lebanon, supporting international and local NGOs across multiple sectors including education, health, livelihoods, women empowerment, child protection, food security, and relief. My work has focused on strengthening program quality and accountability through Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), capacity building, and organizational development. I have trained civil society actors on proposal writing, fundraising, project cycle management, and child protection, enabling them to secure funding and expand their impact. In addition, I have developed key policies, designed MEAL systems, and managed feedback mechanisms, ensuring transparency and responsiveness to community needs. My experience reflects a strong commitment to empowering civil society and advancing sustainable development.
Education
Date
Degree Type
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Degree
BA in Management
University
Southern New Hampshire University – USA
Date
Degree Type
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Degree
Master in Business Administration
University
Heriot-Watt University – UK
Date
Degree Type
Diploma
Degree
Diploma in Marketing and Sales Management
University
Siblin Training Center
Language Proficiency
Language
English
Proficiency
Fluent
Language
Arabic
Proficiency
Fluent
Civil society actor(s) you've collaborated with (Please list at least 2)
External Organisation
NA
Organisation
External Organisation
NA
Organisation
Contact Email
maysaa.kurdi.meal@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number
78812572
Resume/CV
cv_maysaa_ahmad_kurdi.pdf
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