Amina Ferati is the President of International Advisory, Products and Systems (i-APS), a woman-owned small business (certified 8(a) and EDWOSB) that leverages global expertise and local presence to drive positive change for organizations and communities.
With a background in law and public policy, Amina has over a decade of experience leading program strategy and institutional growth for humanitarian and development partners. At i-APS, Amina oversees the long-term sustainability of i-APS global work. She also serves as a technical director and quality assurance advisor on i-APS contracts with United Nations, WFP and UNICEF.
Amina holds a B.S. in Biology and a B.A. in Chemistry from East Carolina University, as well as a J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law. She is a registered member of the Haliwa Saponi Tribe of North Carolina and a licensed attorney in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Combining her passion for equity with social entrepreneurship, Amina works to advance community and population health and economic livelihoods through training, capacity building, relief, and development programming. Amina has extensive experience addressing global health, sexual and reproductive health, and gender-based violence.
Prior to i-APS, Amina led federal policy and government relations for the Asian &amp; Pacific Islander American Health Forum and served as a director for the VENG Group, a government relations firm in Washington, DC. She currently serves on the Board of the Society for International Development United States (SID-US).

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María is the Global Director of International Operation and Country Manager and Representative of i-APS in Colombia. With a BA in Political Science and a MA in Social Development from the University of Sussex, she has served as a project manager for capacity building, training, monitoring and evaluation, research and TPM activities for USAID BHA activity. Maria has managed over 22 projects/contracts and a team over 49 experts and currently leading an impact evaluation activity for USAID BHA in Honduras. Maria is overseeing work and project management unit across 11 work locations/countries and 3 project locatoins, including Cambodia, Uganda and Honduras. In Colombia, Maria has extensive experience helping national organizations to design and implementing poverty eradication projects in the areas of community leadership empowerment, land use planning and community ecotourism.

Viviana Nassar is a seasoned financial expert with over a decade of experience in diverse sectors, including USAID funded projects. Her strong background in financial analysis, budgeting, auditing, and project management is complemented by a deep understanding of both public and private finance. Her work with USAID on large-scale infrastructure projects highlights her ability to manage complex USAID, UN and other donor and client funded work/financial and admin operations. Viviana's academic credentials, coupled with her practical experience, position her as a strategic leader in financial management.
Viviana has proven expertise in assessing financial performance and developing effective budgets for USAID, World Bank, the UN agencies, and successful track record in overseeing large-scale USAID projects, ensuring financial accountability, transparency and timely reporting. Viviana has through her work demonstrated deep understanding of financial regulations and procedures in complex organizational environments. Viviana is on daily basis demonstrating her ability to work effectively in different cultural contexts (United States, Colombia, Yemen, Sudan, Syria, Mali).&nbsp;
A Finance and Admin Director working for a USG: USAID, DOS and other donors and clients funded programs plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of i-APS work globally.

Carrie Hasselback is an analytical professional with over 20 years of experience in international development, humanitarian affairs, and stabilization. Her background straddles technical roles in monitoring and evaluation with program management roles, focusing on leveraging data-driven strategies to enhance program impact. She brings over fifteen years of leadership experience managing multi-million-dollar foreign assistance projects in complex humanitarian, emergency response, and recovery settings. Most recently, Carrie served as the Senior Director for the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Practice Area with Dexis Consulting Group where she oversaw the full cycle of USAID-funded projects from proposal development, to implementation, to close-out, including providing strategic direction and management for MEL platform contracts.

Carrie has also served in roles with the International Medical Corps, Alight (American Refugee Committee), FHI 360, and DAI supporting technical oversight on diverse portfolios funded by USAID, UNHCR, UNICEF, UNDP, WFP, and World Bank, among others.

With nearly a decade of experience overseas, and more than five years of experience in non-permissive environments, her work is informed by insights into the complexities of field operations and MEL technical challenges. As a seasoned MEL professional, she excels in building consensus, thinking strategically, establishing goals and objectives, and providing technical assistance and support with a lens on long range planning. Currently located in Washington, DC, Carrie brings field experience in Liberia, Afghanistan, Iraq, Haiti, Malawi, Mozambique, Jordan, and Kenya. She received her MPA from New York University and BA from Michigan State University.

As a MERL Specialist at i-APS Global, Carrie provides comprehensive technical support and guidance to evaluation teams, research, and technical projects, contributing to the design and refinement of MERL methodologies, including third-party monitoring, evaluation approaches, and M&amp;E frameworks. She offers technical mentoring to staff, partners, and clients, supports the development of MERL initiatives and training, and conducts rigorous quality assurance reviews of project deliverables to ensure adherence to client requirements and best practices. Additionally, Carrie actively supports business development efforts by identifying opportunities and providing technical expertise for high-quality proposal development, leveraging her skills to enhance i-APS's MERL capabilities and outreach.

Dr. Jisha is the Data Analysis Unit Manager and Technical Expert at i-APS, where she oversees a team of data analysts and scientists and is responsible for providing technical expertise in the design, implementation, and reporting phase of the projects.
Prior to joining i-APS, she has contributed to multifaceted research projects, developing strategic approaches, new research methodologies, tools, and data analysis plans backed by evidence-informed analysis, and delivered actionable insights to clients like UNFAO, UNDP, ADB, BBC MA, UNICEF, and Danish Refugee Council (DRC). She has also initiated flagship international fellowship programs in the past in conflict-affected countries. Her track record of success of working for Baseline, Post Distribution and End line Studies, and Value Chain Assessments in agriculture and food security, response to disasters and recovery, and sustainable livelihood closely aligns with the strategic focus areas and values of i-APS.
She was a recipient of the Indian Council of Social Science Research’s (ICSSR) Centrally Administered Doctoral Fellowship from 2018 to 2020. Extensive research in cultural economics and sustainable livelihoods has expanded her horizons in the said fields and has also facilitated her understanding of the limitations and restrictions faced while conducting primary research in these two fields. Publishing papers in SCOPUS-indexed and WoS-indexed journals, mainly on aspects of sustainable livelihood, has boosted her confidence and enhanced her research skills, which she is putting to practical use. In addition, in her spare time, Jisha loves to travel, read, play basketball, and is a theatre enthusiast.

İlkiz holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a Master's degree in Environmental Engineering. Her professional journey began with work on environmental legislation, leading to a distinguished career in international development. With nearly 20 years of experience, İlkiz is the Business Development Manager at i-APS. In this role, she manages the entire workflow process and teams, conducting feasibility analyses to identify viable projects and engaging in technical design to implement cost-saving solutions. İlkiz spearheads the entire project proposal process for i-APS Global and its field offices and affiliates, from researching and analyzing requests for proposals to shortlisting opportunities, establishing tracking systems, creating proposal templates, and preparing comprehensive submission packages. Her responsibilities encompass strategy facilitation, cost-saving discussions, and human resources management for proposals. Notably, İlkiz serves as a primary point of contact for several IDIQ and Long-Term Agreements with key UN agencies, including UNICEF, UNHCR, WFP, and OCHA.

Prior to joining i-APS, İlkiz was a Business Development Manager at DAI, a global development company. During her four-year tenure, she led and supported the business development process for numerous UN and EU-funded projects and programs in areas such as M&amp;E, humanitarian work, governance, and broader development. This experience cultivated her strong expertise in both humanitarian and development settings, as well as in sectors like education, employment, migration, food security, and health.

Earlier in her career, İlkiz served as a Business Development Specialist at Çınar Engineering, a prominent environmental consultancy in Türkiye, where she focused on proposal preparation. She also contributed to the implementation of projects related to river basin management, water treatment, and water quality, among other initiatives.

İlkiz's diverse professional background includes roles as a Chemical Engineer, Corporate Relations Specialist, Infrastructure Enterprises Assistant Manager, Public Relations Associate, and Sales Engineer across various industries. These experiences have provided her with valuable and multifaceted skills and knowledge in environmental engineering, water quality, wastewater treatment plants, chemical engineering, medical practice, and public relations.

Kelsey Crow is a public health expert specializing in primary health care, social and behavior change, qualitative research, and health communication. She supports i-APS clients with project management and technical expertise for third-party monitoring activities, such as the UNICEF-funded Third-Party Monitoring of the Localities at Risk of Famine in Sudan.

Most recently, she worked at USAID's Bureau of Global Health on Primary Impact, a primary health care-oriented accelerator under Assistant Administrator Atul Gawande, and on social and behavior change approaches for HIV programs. Previously, she was on a qualitative study of trans and non-binary people's experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic in Baltimore. She has also worked in U.S. domestic communication and advocacy roles at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, for minority health and civil rights non-profit clients, and for Members of the U.S. Congress.

Kelsey completed a master's degree from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Health Education and Health Communication, with a focus on global health and qualitative research.

Clara possesses a unique background that blends program management with research expertise. With over a decade of experience in diverse contexts, she has managed large-scale country programs, UN multi-agency projects, and multi-country projects for organizations like the United Nations and international NGOs. Her work has spanned various countries, including Syria, Egypt, Indonesia, Liberia, Italy, Jordan, and Uganda.

Clara holds a Master of Arts in Human Rights from the University of Essex and a postgraduate diploma in Public Health, underscoring her commitment to access to healthcare, including mental health, for vulnerable populations. Her research experience encompasses quality and human rights assessments of mental health programs and health and social services for people with disabilities.

Currently, Clara serves as a Country Director for i-APS in Syria, where she also acts as a focal point for all capacity building, training, third party monitoring and evaluation activities. Her responsibilities include country management and technical areas such as public health, gender, and food security initiatives, with a particular focus on vulnerable groups. Her extensive experience provides her with valuable insights into the challenges these populations face, and the strategies needed to address them effectively. Clara is managing number of projects and contracts including long term agreements including UNDP, UNFPA and FAO in Syria.

Anny Antunovic is a data scientist at i-APS with a strong background in data analysis, visualization, and business intelligence. She specializes in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights using Python, SQL, and Power BI. With experience in astrophysics research and collaborations with NASA, she brings a unique analytical mindset to problem-solving. She holds an M.S. in Astrophysics &amp; Cosmology from the University of Padua and a B.S. in Physics from California State University, Fullerton.

Beatrice Njeri is a finance expert with a degree in Finance, a CPA qualification, and advanced studies in her MSc in Finance and Economics. As Assistant Manager for i-APS Kenya, she demonstrates leadership in project management, administration, and facilitating the adoption of key technology products, including KAPsurvey. Beatrice excels at combining her financial expertise with strategic project management to ensure efficient operations, effective resource allocation, and successful technology integration and outreach for i-APS programs in Kenya and regionally. Her background in research and economic analysis enables her to develop data-driven strategies for maximizing impact and achieving sustainable outcomes.

María Camila Castaño Martínez is a physics engineer with an emphasis on artificial intelligence and model development, with experience in data analysis, machine learning, and data visualization. She has worked on research projects in universities and innovation groups, applying deep learning models for medical data analysis and disease prediction. Currently, she works as a Data Scientist at i-APS, where she provides technical support in data storage, mining, and cleansing, develops analysis and visualization tools, and designs models to assess the performance of various activities. Additionally, she collaborates on the integration of analytical systems for the KAPinsights platform, ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing processes through predictive models and advanced data analysis. She has also worked as an analyst in supply chain projects, developing humanitarian-focused tools to improve the accuracy of results for organizations such as JSI, UNICEF, and WFP. Furthermore, she collaborates with the KAP Tech team in the enhancement and updating of their analytical and technological tools, contributing to the development of innovative solutions for data-driven decision-making.

Tuul is a highly effective project manager with a proven track record in leading health systems and emergency health service delivery performance monitoring initiatives for i-APS, for clients such as UNICEF and World Bank, particularly in Sudan, Yemen and Syria. Her expertise lies in coordinating complex projects, including designing data collection methodologies, overseeing pharma supply chains, and assessing healthcare facilities. Her ability to manage diverse teams and stakeholders, underpinned by an MSc in Public Health from the University of the West of England, ensures successful project execution.

<blockquote>Chiara Carli is a seasoned humanitarian and development professional with over 20 years of experience across diverse contexts in South East Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the Balkans, and Italy. Holding a Master of Science in Management of Rural Development from SOAS, University of London, Chiara brings a wealth of expertise in coordinating and managing large-scale activities and projects.</blockquote>

<blockquote>As the Regional Manager for i-APS Global, she has a proven track record in managing Long Term Agreements and associated task orders with key UN agencies such as WFP, UNICEF, and UNFPA. Chiara's experience extends to collaborations with International NGOs, UN agencies, governments, and local associations, encompassing a wide range of donor-funded programs and providing her with a comprehensive understanding of program development and implementation.</blockquote>

<blockquote>Her technical expertise spans critical areas including food security, sustainable rural development, humanitarian aid, and social protection. In her role as i-APS Global Senior Program Manager, Chiara oversees the operational, technical, and management aspects of work, cultivates client and partner relationships, drives cost-saving initiatives, and provides training and mentorship to i-APS and partner staff. Currently, she manages multiple LTAs with WFP (overseeing 8 regional task orders for Egypt, Uganda, Mali, Türkiye, and Cambodia) and UNICEF and UN OCHA LTAs for Yemen, including numerous Third-Party Monitoring activities with humanitarian organizations.</blockquote>

Dr. Fatima Saad Elawad is the Operations &amp; Logistic Manager at i-APS Sudan. In this dynamic role, she is responsible for overseeing and optimizing operations and logistics across all 18 states of Sudan. Her core functions include managing security measures, planning operational strategies, implementing monitoring systems, and directing field work and operations for all projects.&nbsp;

Dr. Saad is a key leader in field team development, driving the recruitment and supervision of all 18 state field coordinators and streamlining the workflow process to provide these coordinators with the tools necessary to effectively recruit, train, and manage field monitors and national experts at the state level. She excels at managing complex operational challenges, overseeing security, transportation, planning, and the 24/7 operations call center to ensure smooth and efficient operations. To maintain high performance, she delivers regular training to staff, promoting best practices in management.

Her previous experience as a Senior Sexual &amp; Reproductive Health Officer and Health Officer at Medical Teams International equipped her with strong problem-solving and logistical skills in demanding environments. Dr. Saad holds a Bachelor's degree in Medicine &amp; Surgery from Al Neelain University and is licensed as a Medical Doctor by the Sudan Medical Counsel.

Imane Hilali is an Artificial Intelligence Engineer specializing in Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Data Science. With experience across healthcare, supply chain management, telecommunications, e-commerce, and finance, she has played a key role in developing innovative AI-driven solutions that optimize processes, improve efficiency, and enhance decision-making.
 Currently, she works as an AI Engineer at i-APS, where she focuses on automating workflows and building scalable AI solutions. Her responsibilities include designing, developing, deploying, evaluating, and monitoring machine learning models to enhance product functionality and drive operational efficiency. She also works on data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model optimization to ensure accuracy and reliability. Additionally, she collaborates with the KAP Tech team to analyze and refine data visualization and analytical tools, ensuring clearer insights and more effective data-driven decision-making.

Antida leverages her Computing and Information Systems degree with a specialization in data science, encompassing data analysis, visualization, and predictive modeling, to drive impactful solutions. Proficient in Python, Tableau, Octoparse, and statistical tools, she extracts meaningful insights from complex datasets. Her expertise extends to project coordination, particularly in customizing survey tools for enhanced data collection and analysis within fields like gender equality and healthcare research. Antida is also adept at promoting innovative tech solutions, including TPMready.com and KApsurvey.com products, crafting marketing strategies that bridge technical understanding with compelling narratives. Her strong analytical acumen, coupled with effective communication and problem-solving skills, enables her to engage stakeholders and optimize survey methodologies.

Heather Lorenzen is a seasoned humanitarian and global health leader with over two decades of experience at the nexus of clinical care, public health, policy, and program implementation. With a focus on crisis response, global health and sexual and reproductive health, Heather has championed equitable access to life-saving health services in some of the world’s most complex and fragile settings.

Heather has held key roles with organizations such as UNFPA, UNICEF, International Medical Corps, and Alight (formerly American Refugee Committee), leading initiatives to integrate SRH into disaster preparedness and response, strengthen public health systems, and promote rights-based, inclusive care delivery. Her work spans North, East and West Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, and the Caribbean, reflecting deep engagement with diverse health systems and humanitarian contexts.

In addition to her fieldwork, Heather is a published contributor to global standards and learning tools. She authored Sphere in Context and content for Assessment, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, as well as the 2019 Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for SRH in Emergencies Distance Learning and E-Learning Modules, among other publications.

Her unwavering commitment to reproductive justice and the dignity of women and girls continues to drive her efforts to build resilient, inclusive health systems that leave no one behind in humanitarian settings.

Dr. Mohamed Salih is the Country Manager for i-APS Sudan and Project Manager, where he plays a pivotal role in strategic planning, project management activities, and ensuring contract compliance. A medical doctor with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, he leverages his years of experience in the humanitarian and health sectors to drive organizational success.&nbsp;

In his capacity as Country Manager, Dr. Salih oversees the development of comprehensive project plans, manages teams of over 220 professionals in Sudan, and ensures the timely and accurate delivery of objectives. He supports strategic planning by conducting program portfolio analyses, preparing area-level budgets, and ensuring transparent budget management.

Prior to i-APS Sudan, he held senior positions at Medical Teams International, focusing on primary healthcare, reproductive health, and community health interventions. Dr. Salih is dedicated to fostering stakeholder relationships, enhancing organizational visibility, and overseeing the development of training and capacity-building agendas for staff.

Nataly is a UX/UI designer with years of experience in crafting innovative and effective digital solutions. She is passionate about creating experiences that are not only visually appealing but also highly functional and user-centered. With a background in Interactive Media Design, she has been involved in multiple stages of the design process, gaining expertise in User Research, Design Thinking, Wireframing, Low and High-Fidelity Prototyping, and the development of Design Systems and UI Guidelines.
At i-APS, Nataly contributes to the design of KAPtech Group products, focusing on web interfaces and the development of new features. A notable example of her work is the complete redesign of KAPorg, where she enhanced usability and refined the platform's visual identity. In addition, she plays a key role in shaping the visual communication and branding strategy for both these products and i-APS, ensuring a cohesive and engaging brand presence across different platforms and materials.

She has more than 15 Years working with NGO, where she worked in different role such as Finance officer/Manager/Admin Manager/HR Management providing support in finance, HR, logistics, procurement, administration and compliance departments for international NGOs such as Intermon Oxfam and International Medical Corps.She has a Bachelor degree in Management and Business Administration. She is currently working with i-APS as Finance Admin Officer for i-APS Global, providing support in administration in different countries delivering training and mentor staff members and consultants on approved organizational policies and procedures related to finance and administration, reviewing monthly financial reporting, checking validity of supporting documents, reviewing of cash request and Cash distribution, allocation and clearing of advances (identify discrepancies, propose changes, work to complete proper documentation),reviewing approved timesheets before salaries payment. She is also in charge of compliance, performing vetting and re-vetting of all i-APS staff members and affiliate staff members.&nbsp;

Sheheryar Haq is certified in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&amp;E) and Project Management (Prince 2) with vast experience in M&amp;E and Programme/Project management, spread in-between governmental, humanitarian, and private sectors (Financial) – in various local, international, and cross-border situations. While managing complex programs; collaborating with donors (DFID, GIZ, SDC, CDCS, BPRM, BHA, EU, EUD, ECHO, UN OCHA, GFFO, USAID and USAID BHA), and dealing with local or international implementing partners. He has a Master’s degree in MIS from the business school of the University of Surrey (UK), Natural Computation (AI) from the University of York (UK), and BS-IT degree from Pakistan. He has been in a key leadership role in overseeing Humanitarian and Development research-data systems, Livelihood programs, and Health (with MHPSS) projects, implemented in multiple countries (Turkey, Syria, Yemen, Sudan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan). In addition to managing over 150 project third party monitoring and evaluations with i-APS, he has established M&amp;E (frameworks, designing and enforcing SOPs) and MIS systems for multiple I/NGOs. Furthermore, he has conducted various advance technical and crosscutting studies, such as regional value chain Analysis (Olive oil, Dairy products, agricultural products, and Livestock), country-wide market and labour assessment, data-science-driven regional project-development system, and technical studies on empowerment of marginalized communities through various thematics (Gender, Governance, and Environment). Within i-APS, Sheheryar is a Director of Third Party Monitoring and Learning activities. Sheheryar is also a Manager of Technical Unit and manages the team of over 39 subject matter experst.&nbsp;

Yaser is an accomplished Project Manager with a demonstrated track record of leading complex programs and projects that drive organizational transformation and growth in the field of Agriculture and Livelihoods. Yaser has over 10 years of progressive experience in project management, spanning multiple functional areas, and working in highly complex environments. With a deep understanding of TPM, capacity building and monitoring and evaluation, participatory data collection techniques, team cohesion, and strategic coordination, Yaser has led over 30 activities for i-APS and continuously identifies opportunities for growth and improvement within the project setting. He brings forth excellent skills in team building, communication, capacity development, and inter-department and client relation management. Yaser has extensive experience managing multiple projects in the MENA region in the field of agriculture and rural development. He has managed projects with i-APS funded by a mix of technical and management leadership and organization.&nbsp;

Azam Hadi is a certified pharmacist with a degree from Damascus University and extensive experience in operations, field management, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), data analysis, and information management. He has over eight years of experience managing field operations, training, quality assurance, information management, and MEAL activities for local and international humanitarian organizations, including RI and ECU.
Mr. Hadi has managed field operations for over 545 third-party monitoring (TPM) data collections for i-APS in Syria, including for clients such as UNOCHA, UNFPA, UNDP, Global Communities, ACTED, CARE, and Save the Children. He currently manages 6 teams across Syria, totaling 179 individuals.
Mr. Hadi has experience working with the following Clusters: Protection, CCCM, Health, Food Security, WASH, Shelter, Education, and Childhood Development.

Ms. Tamer holds a Diploma in Tourism Sciences from Damascus University and a diploma in Business Administration.
With over 10 years of experience in project management, monitoring and evaluation, operations, and third-party monitoring business development, Ms. Tamer has a proven track record of success in Syria. For the past 4 years, Ms. Tamer has implemented and managed activities for i-APS in Syria, demonstrating her ability to find technically oriented solutions and drive organizational learning and development. A skilled communicator and coordinator, Ms. Tamer excels at organizing, delivering training, planning, and supporting teams to implement project activities and create change.

As a Third-Party Monitoring Coordinator and Capacity Development Officer for i-APS in Syria, Ms. Tamer manages projects out of Damascus funded by FAO, UNDP, IFRC, NRC and World Vision across diverse sectors, including health, agriculture, livelihoods, education, and protection. Ms. Tamer responsibilities encompass field coordination, client management, training and capacity development, quality assurance, and overseeing the analysis and reporting functions.

Federico has dual degrees in Political Science and Anthropology from Universidad de Los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia, and diplomas in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Indicators from top institutions. He drives social impact through innovative strategies. During his career, Federico has led projects in sustainable finance, social innovation, and climate change, collaborating with key international stakeholders such as USAID, Ashoka, and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation. He has designed methodologies, developed indicators, and shaped knowledge management strategies for international cooperation agencies. As an Operations Officer at i-APS, Federico oversees operations in conflict environments such as Sudan, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget. He also spearheads outreach efforts for KAPtech, advancing i-APS’s technology platforms through strategic marketing, stakeholder engagement, and targeted training initiatives to drive data-informed decision-making.

Agron Ferati is a highly accomplished international relief and development professional with a distinguished career spanning over 17 years. His proven track record of successfully leading large-scale programs and projects in challenging environments has solidified his reputation as a trusted leader in the field.
Agron has proven record of executing complex negotiations and managing programs in difficult operating environments such as Iraq, Syria, Yemen, Sudan, Lebanon, Sierra Leone, Venezuela, Honduras and Haiti and has led over 40 start-up, contract and corporate merger negotiations. Agron has worked in or supported projects in Asia and the Middle East, Africa, Caribbean regions and Eastern Europe.
Agron's strategic acumen and financial expertise have been instrumental in securing substantial funding from USAID and USAID BHA and other international donors. His ability to build strong partnerships and navigate complex challenges has enabled him to deliver impactful results.
Holding a master's degree and pursuing a Ph.D. in economics, Agron brings a unique blend of field experience, HQ management, and academic rigor. As Executive Director of i-APS, he has played a pivotal role in expanding the organization's operations, registering 14 country legal entities, and developing 5 in-house technology products. His current responsibilities include managing international operations, contract management, and an investment portfolio focused on global technology innovation centers.

Abdullah is a seasoned Agriculture and Rural Development Expert with over eight years of experience working on development programs in Afghanistan. Passionate about supporting Afghan communities, he brings a deep understanding of the country's rural development landscape.
Holding a Master's degree in Agriculture and Rural Development from the University of Tsukuba, Japan, Abdullah has worked on a variety of projects funded by international organizations such as the World Bank, UNDP, and INL. His expertise spans Agribusiness Development, Marketing, Postharvest Management, Food Security, and Rural Development.
In recent years, Abdullah has taken on managerial roles, serving as Head of Technical Specialist Unit and Senior Extension Specialist. His career has been dedicated to improving the quality of life for rural communities in Afghanistan through monitoring and evaluation, training sessions, awareness-raising activities, research, and the introduction of innovative technologies and practices.
Abdullah has recently joined i-APS as Country Manager and Representative for Afghanistan. In this role, he will oversee i-APS's Research and Evaluation, Capacity Building, and Technology Innovations activities in the country.

Dr. Al-Wadaey, a seasoned expert in sustainable agriculture and development, is the ideal Country Manager and Representative for i-APS in Yemen. With a doctorate from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and over two decades of experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role.

As Country Manager, Dr. Al-Wadaey oversees i-APS's operations in Yemen, ensuring compliance, program development, human resources management, and quality assurance. He is also responsible for managing a significant portfolio of i-APS investments in the country.

Prior to joining i-APS, Dr. Al-Wadaey held various leadership roles in the field of agriculture and development. His experience includes:
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<li>Programs Quality Advisor and MEAL Specialist: NFDHR, Yemen</li>
<li>Agriculture Advisor: Various teams drafting grant proposals for donors</li>
<li>Scientific Researcher: ICARDA, Syria</li>
<li>National Consultant: FAO, Yemen</li>
<li>Consultant: World Bank, Oxfam, Yemeni private sector</li>
<li></li>
</ul>
Dr. Al-Wadaey's extensive experience in Yemen, coupled with his strong technical background, make him a valuable asset to i-APS.

Aboubacar is a seasoned international development expert with a strong background in community resilience, peacebuilding, and consolidation projects. He holds a Master's degree in Anthropology from Bamako University of Legal and Political Sciences and has over 12 years of professional experience in governance, security, and development policy analysis in Mali.
As a Field Manager and Deputy Coordinator, Aboubacar has played a key role in planning, developing strategies, and evaluating peace and stabilization processes in crisis-affected contexts. His expertise in technical mediation has been instrumental in fostering constructive dialogue and building trust among stakeholders.
In his current role as Country Representative and Country-in-Charge for i-APS Mali, Aboubacar is responsible for leading the team, ensuring the quality of program design and development, and representing i-APS in the country. His experience and skills make him well-suited to drive i-APS's peacebuilding and development initiatives in Mali.

At i-APS, Humam-ud-Din Ajiz leverages his extensive experience to support administration &amp; operations, third-party monitoring, private sector engagement, and economic development initiatives. His work ensures that humanitarian and development programs in Afghanistan are impactful, sustainable, and inclusive, particularly.

He has played a vital role in fostering economic growth in Afghanistan for over a decade through his work in investment promotion, trade facilitation, private sector development, and exhibition management.

He has worked extensively with government agencies, international organizations, and private sector stakeholders to attract investments, promote local industries, and facilitate global trade connections. His expertise spans economic development, humanitarian initiatives, and advocacy for women's economic empowerment. He has been instrumental in fostering private sector growth, facilitating global trade, and ensuring the meaningful participation of Afghan businesses in international markets.

During his tenure at the Ministry of Industry &amp; Commerce (MoIC) Afghanistan, he served as Director of the International Trade Support Project and Exhibitions Manager. In these roles, he successfully led national and international exhibitions, investment conferences, and business matchmaking events (B2B, B2C, B2G). His contributions include spearheading Afghanistan’s participation in Expo 2020 Dubai and supporting export promotion efforts. Previously, he worked at AISA (Afghanistan Investment Support Agency) in investment promotion, investment support, and events management, assisting businesses in navigating regulatory processes and expanding into new markets. He is also the founder of BEHSAZ Pharma, a pharmaceutical production company, BEHSAZ Pharma.

A strong advocate for women’s economic empowerment, Humam has organized specialized exhibitions to promote women entrepreneurs and facilitated their participation in international trade fairs. His efforts have helped Afghan women-owned businesses expand their reach, enhance visibility, and connect with international markets. In addition to his work in economic development, Humam has provided interpretation services from Pashto, Dari, and Urdu to English, facilitating communication in critical sectors such as social services, healthcare, education, immigration, and asylum cases. His linguistic expertise has been invaluable in bridging language barriers and supporting humanitarian efforts.

Humam holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Gandhara University and is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in International Cooperation &amp; Humanitarian Aid from KALU University.

Samir is a seasoned development professional specializing in food security, agriculture, training, and capacity development. As the Country Representative for i-APS in Sudan, he brings extensive experience in applying quantitative methods to inform evidence-based decision-making, with a primary focus on program development and representation activities.
Prior to joining i-APS, Samir served as a lecturer at the Faculty of Agricultural Studies at Sudan University of Science &amp; Technology and as an economic and business advisor in the private sector. He holds Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Agricultural Economics and is currently finalizing a Ph.D. in Germany.
Samir's expertise includes developing practical training materials and learning products in the agricultural and livelihoods sector. At i-APS, he has successfully expanded the organization's operations in Sudan. His strong leadership skills and technical expertise are invaluable assets to i-APS's work in Sudan, particularly in program development, research, and capacity development efforts.

With over 7 years of experience in data management, research and third-party monitoring in the humanitarian sector, and with his established background in technology and in experience in teaching (over 10 years), Najdat holds a bachelor’s degree in literacy and education. Najdat has become a lead Arabic language qualitative data review including translation, senior data analyst and data quality assurance, and a trainer for all i-APS Global operations on Data Management, Design, Analysis and Visualization. Najdat is providing project management and technical support to a number of ongoing projects in Turkey, Sudan, Yemen and Afghanistan. Najdat is part of the i-APS Global technical unit and serves as a connection between the Data Analysis Unit and Technical Unit.

Ahlam serves as the Programs and Data Quality Manager at i-APS Yemen, where her responsibilities include preparing and reviewing manuals, supporting proposal writing and reporting, and ensuring data quality.&nbsp;

Her 7 years of experience with NGOs in humanitarian activities are complemented by her background in English Education from Yemen. While pursuing her degree, Ahlam worked as an M&amp;E Assistant and then a Program Assistant within the MEAL Unit, gaining experience in project progress tracking and documentation using TPMready.com platfrom. A key strength is her expertise as a trainer and capacity building specialist, having successfully trained more than 100 people in proposal writing and project management. She is also proficient in training others on the use of KAPsurvey and KAPorg technologies.

Azza is an economist with years of professional experience in different backgrounds, starting with banking handling customer services and banking daily operations, going through supply chain and project management coordination such as agriculture and livestock projects. She is an honors degree holder in Economic and economic development from university of Khartoum and obtained a higher diploma in political science majored in international relations. Azza manages the administration and finance department for i-APS Sudan, in this role Azza is responsible for managerial as well as budgeting and financial reporting and planning for i-APS Sudan. She liaises on financial affairs with internal auditors and banks in Sudan. Whether it is managing budgets, improving processes, or coordinating complex initiatives, Azza is keen and eager about obtaining knowledge, she is always passionate about utilizing skills to help firms and organizations achieve their goals&nbsp;

Nada Elbeely works for i-APS Sudan as Data Analyst. She is responsible for data design, data quality assurance and process management, data cleaning, processing, and analyzing data and transforming it into meaningful insights to enhance the decision-making process and solve specific problems. She is also responsible for the data collection process, managing fieldwork, and providing training on a variety of data collection software. Prior to joining i-APS Sudan, she had held positions in research and development and business analysis with well-known companies in Sudan. She is a certified KPI Professional and possesses a master's degree in business administration and a bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems.&nbsp;

Al-Hassan comes from an administrative background and holds a Bachelor’s degree in business administration. He has over 6 years of experience in the administrative field and data analysis. He has worked on over 11 UNICEF and NGO funded projects implemented by i-APS in Yemen, after which he was promoted in the position of an M &amp; E officer. Among the most important responsibilities that Al-Hassan assumed in his career were data design, data process flow management, analyzing and cleaning data and ensuring its quality, designing field forms on KAPsurvey and KOBO and ensuring their suitability for field work, training the field team and ensuring full understanding of the project’s objectives. He is currently working as Data Analysis Officer for i-APS for a number of projects, including the projects of OCHA, UNICEF, CARE and ADRA, and many other projects.&nbsp;

Ehab is an accomplished humanitarian and development sector professional with over 30 years of work experience. He has extensive management experience which includes all program cycle phases from the start-up, implementation, and closeout of the program. He is highly skillful in the areas of Management, Leadership, Business Administration, Health, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Public-Private development, Private-Sector Development, Local Government Development, and Planning with a solid background in community economic development acquired with more than fifteen years of overseas experience in several countries such as Egypt, Sudan, Jordon, Morocco, Eritrea, India, and Iraq. He used to work closely with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) at the national and grassroots levels, conducting community needs assessments and implementing economic &amp; social development, agriculture, and population and health programs. Moreover he has served as a consultant for several international NGOs and UN Agencies. At i-APS he is currently working as country program coordinator for Egypt, managing large-scale evaluation with i-APS in Egypt and provides capacity building and organizational development expertise as technical manager for a number of projects in Syria in collaboration with i-APS affiliate SY-APS.&nbsp;

Our team

Amina Ferati

Maria Melo Torres

Viviana Nassar

Carrie Hasselback

Jisha Rajendran, PhD

İlkiz Durukan

Kelsey Crow

Clara Didio

Anny Antunovic

Beatrice Njeri

María Camila Castaño Martínez

Tuul Dorjderem

Chiara Carli

Dr. Fatima Saad Elawad

Imane Hilali

Angela Antida Wamaitha

Heather Lorenzen

Dr. Mohamed Salih

Nataly Aparicio Moran

Solange Gacuti

Sheheryar Haq

Yaser Maree

Azzam Hadi

Mayes Tamer

Federico Mejía Molina

Agron Ferati

Abdullah Yousufi

Ahmed Al Wadaey

Aboubacar Diallo

Humam-ud-Din Ajiz

Samir Elagra

Najdat Abdeen

Ahlam Salah

Azza Abdelmageed

Nada Elbeely

Al-Hassan Al-Zarqah

Ehab Zaghloul Kotb