Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
References
Timeline
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Rafat  Abbas

Rafat Abbas

Ntinda

Summary

Program Director with extensive experience in national and international organizations. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, leading to improved team performance and successful partnerships. Skilled in context analysis and proposal writing, facilitating impactful initiatives across diverse environments. Proven ability to guide multicultural teams in achieving organizational objectives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Director

National Democratic Institute (NDI)
Khartoum
09.2021 - 03.2025
  • Led implementation of NDI Sudan program to achieve key objectives.

Provided mentorship and technical support to enhance program team performance.

Ensured alignment of activities with program goals through ongoing support.

Collaborated with Resident Country Director to foster teamwork and cooperation.

Contributed to development and adaptation of programs for effective delivery.

Developed and updated political and security contexts in partnership with head of programs.

Conducted performance appraisals for program staff and implemented improvement plans.

Established strong relationships with Sudanese civil society organizations.

Regional Project Coordinator

SAFERWORLD
Khartoum / El Fasher
07.2017 - 08.2021

Contributed to planning for Sudan programme and project development initiatives.

Conducted context analysis and needs assessments to inform strategic decisions.

Executed Community Level Assessments (CLAs) to gather grassroots insights.

Performed actor mapping to identify key stakeholders and partners.

Selected partners while conducting thorough due diligence.

Facilitated annual partnership assessments to evaluate collaboration effectiveness.

Established new linkages with partners in Darfur, enhancing network connections.

Maintained strong relationships with partners and local authorities in Darfur.

Civic Engagement Coordinator

Gender Centre for Research and Training
Al Gadarif - Khartoum
03.2016 - 06.2017

Executed project development and formulation to meet strategic objectives.

Authored proposals and conducted fundraising activities for project support.

Established and maintained strategic networks with partners, ensuring grassroots engagement.

Cultivated strong working relationships with governmental authorities to facilitate project success.

Created professional work plans and ensured implementation with project team and stakeholders.

Coordinated project activities with Operational Partners and relevant stakeholders.

Developed and implemented comprehensive project communication plans for effective outreach.

Conducted reflection sessions with GCRT staff and stakeholders to enhance collaboration.

Partnership and NYDLP Manager

Sudanese Development Initiative (SUDIA)
KHARTOUM
03.2014 - 12.2015

Developed strategic plans to foster partnerships between SUDIA and Sudanese Civil Society Organizations.

Wrote professional reports, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy.

Facilitated networking and consultation meetings with potential SCSOs to enhance collaboration.

Established and nurtured relationships between SUDIA and key SCSOs for effective communication.

Conducted monitoring visits across all Sudanese states for the National Youth and Democracy Leadership Program (NYDLP)

Planned events at SUDIA premises and other venues to promote engagement.

Oversaw Sudanese Civil Society Confederation, moderating coordination and planning meetings effectively.

Youth Leadership Coordinator

Institute for the Development of Civil Society(IDCS)
Khartoum
11.2012 - 12.2013

Formulated detailed plans to ensure timely execution of activities.

Created monitoring and evaluation frameworks, collaborating with project teams for effective implementation.

Provided technical support and mentorship for youth group, assisting in prioritization of issues and project development.

Conducted site visits to oversee implementation of youth projects and ensure quality standards.

Established and maintained strategic networks with stakeholders from NGOs and government entities.

Generated accurate, timely reports for organizational management and donor communication.

Program Officer and Acting Executive Director

Sudanese Organization for Nonviolence and Development(SONAD)
Khartoum And Juba
12.2010 - 10.2011

Managed project activities with close supervision, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

Supported SONAD program implementation by fostering inclusive collaboration among agencies and NGOs.

Developed action plans aligned with work-plans, prioritizing projects based on deadlines.

Collaborated with project officers to create comprehensive project proposals.

Initiated and maintained strategic partnerships with stakeholders for various initiatives.

Produced thorough, professional reports for donors within established timelines.

Facilitated communication between SONAD and government officials to secure necessary project approvals.

Represented SONAD at national and international events in absence of Executive Director.

Nonviolence Project Officer

Sudanese Organization for Nonviolence and Development(SONAD)
Khartoum/Juba
10.2008 - 12.2010

Conducted context analysis and needs assessment to identify relevant projects and interventions.

Drafted project proposals informed by findings from analysis and assessment.

Oversaw implementation of activities, ensuring completion within established timelines.

Facilitated training workshops to enhance skills and knowledge of target groups.

Organized site visits to monitor outreach activities conducted by trained groups, providing mentorship and technical support.

Compiled accurate reports for ded on quarterly and annual basis.

Engaged in sector group meetings with ZFD staff to promote collaboration.

Freelance Writer

Al-Ayam Newspaper
Khartoum
05.2007 - 09.2008
  • Authored weekly articles addressing various issues pertaining to peace, human rights, and coexistence in Sudan

Education

Peace And Development Studies

University of Bahri
Sudan
02-2014

Associate of Arts - English Literature And Arts

Omdurman Ahlia University
Omdurman, Sudan
08-1996

Skills

  • Program management
  • Strategic planning
  • Team leadership and problem solving
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Debriefing sessions moderation
  • Context analysis
  • Proposal writing

Languages

French
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Arabic
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Certification

· Conflict and Gender Sensitivity training workshop - 19th -21st March, 2018 -SAFERWORLD -Naivasha, Kenya.

· International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) on Advancing and Sustaining Civic Engagement - 14th March – 1st April 2016 - Multi-Regional Project (USA).

· Annual Sudan Conference - 27th – 29th May, 2011- Hermannsburg, Germany.

· International Civilian Peace-keeping and Peace-building Program- Austrian Study Center for Peace and Conflict Resolution - 11th – 24th July 2010- Schlaining, Austria.

· Gender and Nonviolence Exchange workshop - 13th – 18th May, 2010 - Stockholm.

· Advanced Conflict Transformation Course - 12th October–6th November 2009 - Coalition for Peace in Africa-COPA-Johannesburg, South Africa.

· Exchange on Nonviolence in Africa - 4th -6th September, 2009 - Tidaholm – Sweden .

· TOT in Conflict Transformation - January, 2007 - German Development Service (ded, Sudan) Khartoum, Sudan.

· Exchange on Nonviolence Strategies - 22/ 26 February, 2007 - Stockholm- Sweden.

· TOT in Nonviolence - 11/22 August, 2006 - Swedish Fellowship of Reconciliation–SweFOR, Khartoum, Sudan.

References

1. Ms. Samia Mahgoub

Former/ Resident Country Director, NDI,Sudan 

Phone: +32475715538

Email:smahgoub13@gmail.com 

2. Mr. Mohamed Ali, 

Program Manager, SAFERWORLD, Sudan 

Phone: +201114329333

Email: mali@saferworld-global.org 

3. Mr. Sami Saeed (PhD)

Former/ Country Director, International IDEA, Sudan 

Phone: +1 682-313-2141

 Email:advosami@hotmail.com

Timeline

Program Director

National Democratic Institute (NDI)
09.2021 - 03.2025

Regional Project Coordinator

SAFERWORLD
07.2017 - 08.2021

Civic Engagement Coordinator

Gender Centre for Research and Training
03.2016 - 06.2017

Partnership and NYDLP Manager

Sudanese Development Initiative (SUDIA)
03.2014 - 12.2015

Youth Leadership Coordinator

Institute for the Development of Civil Society(IDCS)
11.2012 - 12.2013

Program Officer and Acting Executive Director

Sudanese Organization for Nonviolence and Development(SONAD)
12.2010 - 10.2011

Nonviolence Project Officer

Sudanese Organization for Nonviolence and Development(SONAD)
10.2008 - 12.2010

Freelance Writer

Al-Ayam Newspaper
05.2007 - 09.2008

Peace And Development Studies

University of Bahri

Associate of Arts - English Literature And Arts

Omdurman Ahlia University
Rafat Abbas