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Dears,During my college internships and through my last Thirty years of experience, I dealt with a variety of budgets and conducted market research while handling numerous administrative duties. The experience allowed me to learn important skills and to develop the confidence needed to succeed in a competitive environment. I graduated from Baghdad University - College of (Administration & Economic) and am actively seeking employment with your Org.My courses and over twenty five years of practical experience in investments, finance and business have given me a solid base upon which I plan to keep building my career.

Sincerely,

Lamees T.T.Azouz

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Curriculum Vitae

Lamees T.T.Azouz

E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 07901 517158

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rsonal Data:Name:

Lamees Talal Tobya..Azouz

Gender:Place of Residence:Nationality:Mother Language: Second Language:FemaleBaghdad - IRAQ. IraqiArabic.English

v Graduate Degree:

Baghdad University,College: BSC (Administration & Economic) Concentration: AccountantDate of Graduate 1988Member at Iraqi Accountants & Auditors Union since 2004, ID # 21793.

Contact points:

Address of Residence: IRAQ, Baghdad, Al Ghdeer Dist., Sec. 716, St. 28, House No. 18. Emails [email protected] Mobile Phone: (+964) 7901517158.

Skills:

Languages: good knowledge and practice in English Language.Computer: Very good experience in general computer skills (Word, Excel, Power point).Very good experience in Internet usage.Experience in dealing with government banks,( Al Rasheed & Al Rafidian bank ) Central Bank of Iraq (CBI), Board of Supreme (BSA) , and Ministry of Finance, by attending meetings andworkshops for the financial sector review of IraqExperience in the preparation and coordination of the workshops.Finance / accounting skills.Financial management and financial analysis expertise.Procurement, Supply, Good negotiation and communication skills.

______________________________________________ Professional Experience ____________________________________________________

December 2014 Till present: Procurement Manager USAID Taqadum (Iraq Governance Strengthening Project (GSP).

As a Procurement Manager I oversee subcontracts and procurement and administer the procurement of all goods and services in compliance with USAID regulations and procedures; Lead the preparation of tenders and solicitations, ensure that final vendor selection is within established guidelines; Oversee pricing negotiations and present to COP for final approval; Make sure that the necessary negotiations documentation is done in accordance with policies of USAID. This will also include the reference checks as well as pricing validation of the vendor that is being selected. Work directly with local, regional or international vendors and service providers to obtain quotations and/or initiate procurements of requested commodities and services. Prepare the FPSA and the FPSC contracts. Ensure that specified deliverables are approved and invoices are paid on time, inclusive of all operational Invoices. Reconcile creditor payments and sundry payments to invoices and supplier statements. Process supplier payments, and include all the necessary documents to support the payment and ensure that the invoices are valid. Also ensure that in the process a proper payment procedure is established.

Prepare approval requests, track and file these approvals according to project policies and procedures. Review accuracy of all expense and vendor claims. Ensure that the documentation for Procurement is being filed according to policy and procedure of Financial Sector Program. Maintain inventory tracker (update quarterly) inclusive of sign-out sheets for all borrowed equipment. On a quarterly basis conduct vendor reviews to ensure that the vendors are providing quality service in Accordance with contracts and USAID regulations. Implement controls and ensure that at least quarterly audits are being done to ensure compliance. Identified possible risks proactively and ensure that the necessary controls are in place as a preventative Measurement. Supervise the negotiation of or, directly negotiate local professional and subcontract agreements. Monitor subcontractor performance, recommending contract modifications when necessary.

Nov., 17th 2013 Till November 2014: Procurement Specialist USAID Taqadum (Iraq Governance Strengthening Project (GSP).

Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests. Respond to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations. Prepare and review requisition orders and requests for quotations in order to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications. Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing files, reports and price lists Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates in order to determine the best bid among potential suppliers. Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.

Calculate costs of orders, and charge or forward invoices to appropriate accounts. Compare suppliers' bills with bids and purchase orders in order to verify accuracy. Competes, negotiates, awards and monitors local subcontractor performance, recommending contract modifications when necessary. Prepare advertisements and organize procurement arrangements. Advise and inform the Subcontracts/Procurement Manger of all activities prior to, during and after any procurement activities are initiated and/or executed. Assist in preparation of all procurement documents e.g. bidding documents/request for proposals, bid evaluation reports, notification of award, contract management and inspection, etc. As part of procurement team, assist in the design and maintenance of a record-keeping and monitoring system for management, as directed by the Subcontracts/Procurement Manager. All subcontract and purchase order files including, but not limited to: RFP/RFQ, competition sought/obtained, evaluation criteria, responsibility determination, negotiation memoranda, subcontract/purchase order, approvals and payment documentation, required reporting, audit findings, and close-out documentation. All files will be maintained in audit-ready state

Aug, 2013-Nov, 2013: Monitor compliance Associate- Mosul Bank for Development and Investment

Assist executive management and employees of the Bank in the management of "compliance risk" faced by the Bank. Advising executive management about the laws, regulations and applicable standards and any Amendments there to. Provide the Board with the results to be reached in the event of a breach of a particular law or a specific policy and make recommendations to reduce the risks involved and provide executive management with a copy them. Assess the appropriateness of the compliance procedures and guidelines of the Bank, and keep track of any discovery palaces, and the formulation of Suggestions appropriate to make Adjustments.Identify and assess "the risk of compliance" on the activities of the bank according to established previously thought including "compliance risk" Associated with the development or introduction of a new banking product. Educate staff on compliance issues and prepare written instructions in this regard, such as the development of a compliance manual commensurate with the size, nature and complexity of the bank's operations and its internal organization - and manual guidance practice and the Charter of Professional Conduct.

2009 30 Jun 2013: Financial Management Officer at Central bank of Iraq - World Bank

/Emergency Banking Sector Reform Project.

Ensure that the annual budget for the project is prepared in accordance with the Requirements of the Government of Iraq, including the particular requirements of the Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Planning and Development Cooperation, as well as the Iraqi Strategic Review Board and the ITF Administrator. Assist in the selection of external auditors & Participation in Drafting TOR who can apply International Standards of Auditing; Cooperate with external auditors in the course of their auditors, World Bank on any queries raised Or criticisms made by the external auditors, and ensure that errors and weaknesses rectified. Participation in Drafting bid notices and bidding documents for inviting and obtaining bids in accordance with World Bank Guidelines.Opening of LC(s) and actual payments to suppliers. Participation as a member of the preparation of invitation for bids/selection of consultants, Documents (including technical specification and selection criteria and of bid & evaluations, Undertake all administrative arrangements for meetings, workshops, seminars and visitors by Coordinating Transportation, hotel accommodation, conference room reservations and audio- visual Equipment as required.Investigate any significant variances between the budget allocations and actual expenditures that are due to financial causes such as variation in prices or in the timing of payments; include the results of his analysis in the Financial Monitoring Reports/Intern Unaudited Financial Reports. Maintain a General Ledger, and a Subsidiary Ledger for each project component, and ensure subsidiary ledgers remain in Agreement in total with the respective accounts in the General Ledger and that the General Ledger is in overall balance. Preparation purposes, Investigate any significant variances between the budget allocations and actual expenditures that are due to financial causes such as variation in prices or in the timing of payments; include the results of this analysis in the Interim Financial Report each quarter. As well as the ability to

2006 2009: Accounts Manager at. Taha-Kubba Group of companies (President of the group office

09 working hours/day).

Maintain a General Ledger, and a Subsidiary Ledger for each project component, and ensure Subsidiary ledgers remain in Agreement in total with the respective accounts in the General Ledger and that the General Ledger is in overall balance. Ensure the checking on receipt and safe custody of security documents such as checkbooks, bid securities and official receipt books.Ensure that all financial documents relating to the project (cash books, ledgers, registers, payrolls, bank statements, invoices, counterfoil receipts and other vouchers) are retained by the implementing agency and are available for inspection by external auditors. At least monthly, for each bank account operated by the project, ensure that bank reconciliation is made and that differences are followed up and satisfactorily explained;' attach copies of the bank reconciliation statement.

2000 2006: Accounts Manager- at Alhadara Alarabia for Construction and General Trading

Company.Maintain a General Ledger, and a Subsidiary Ledger for each project component, and ensure subsidiary ledgers remain in Agreement in total with the respective accounts in the General Ledger and that the General Ledger is in overall balance. Ensure the checking on receipt and safe custody of security documents such as checkbooks, bid securities and official receipt books. At least monthly, for each bank account operated by the project, ensure that bank reconciliation is made and that differences are followed up and satisfactorily explained;' attach copies of the bank reconciliation statement.

Ensure that all financial documents relating to the project (cash books, ledgers, registers, payrolls, bank statements, invoices, counterfoil receipts and other vouchers) are retained by the implementing agency and are available for inspection by external auditors. Recommend and prepare estimates on office premises, supplies and equipment requirements for budget.

1995 1998: Manager Director at Ababel Travel & Tourism co

Organize programs of religious visits to holy sitesConclude contracts with hotels and create all bookings financial belongingsPay all financial commitments with the Central BankSupervising staff work.

1991- 1995: High School Teacher.

1987- 1991: Airline employee at Al Simaa Travel Co.(part time)1984- 1987: Accountant, at Chartered Accountant office- ( part Time).

Training:

1. Joint Procurement, Financial Management and Disbursement workshop, Amman-Jordan May,20092. Results Monitoring and Evaluation and review budget constraints workshop, Beirut, Lebanon- Jun, 20113. Financial Management and Disbursement Capacity Enhancement workshop, Beirut, Lebanon-Dec2011.4. Implementation Completion Report (ICR). Workshop, Istanbul - Feb, 2013.5. Microsoft Official Course,2010 ( Word, Excel ,PowerPoint ,Outlook) From Feb,16 toMarch,11,2014

v References:

Mr. Jad Mazahreh,[email protected]

Dr. Majid Al Souri, [email protected]

Eng. Leena Khdir,[email protected]

Mr. Walid Taha,www.taha-kubba.com

Mr. Jaseem Said,[email protected]