Etihad

Farah Mahmood

Farah Mahmood

Contracts Specialist

Farah has built a comprehensive legal career over more than 10 years, gaining experience in various roles across international organizations and private practice. Their work has spanned legal programming, emergency response, and supporting vulnerable populations, with a focus on displaced communities and issues like civil documentation, housing, and property rights. Farah is recognized for their strong leadership and management capabilities, including remote team management, program and budget oversight, and capacity-building efforts. With a deep knowledge of both national and international legal systems, Farah excels in research, analysis, and reporting. They are also skilled in facilitating training, fostering collaborative environments, and ensuring the protection and confidentiality of sensitive materials.

Farah has an extensive legal career spanning over a decade, with roles in both private practice and international organizations, where they have gained significant experience in legal programming, particularly in emergency response and assisting vulnerable communities.

In addition to her legal experience, Farah is adept at capacity-building, with demonstrated experience in training, coaching, and facilitating staff development. They have extensive knowledge of national and international legal frameworks, as well as financial and budgeting regulations, which has allowed them to manage legal operations effectively. Farah’s strong analytical, research, and reporting skills, combined with a deep understanding of protection frameworks, accountability practices, and systems change processes, make them a highly competent legal professional capable of navigating complex legal landscapes with precision and care.

  • Oversee procurement processes, including tender analysis, market research, and full procurement cycle activities.

  • Negotiate prices, terms, and payment conditions with suppliers and vendors.

  • Ensure compliance with contract terms, including quantities, qualities, and SLAs.

  • Negotiate complex contracts to achieve cost savings, improved service levels, and risk mitigation.

  • Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, providing monthly reports to the Supply Chain Director.

  • Build and maintain long-term relationships with suppliers while sourcing new reliable vendors.

  • Conduct regular market visits to assess product availability and vendor terms for best value.

  • Manage warranties and ensure company compensation for warranty issues.

  • Draft and review contracts in collaboration with legal and supply chain teams.

  • Analyze spending data to guide business decisions, following best practices in sourcing.

  • Oversee procurement, including tender analysis, market research, and supplier negotiations.

  • Ensure compliance with contracts and manage complex agreements for cost savings and risk mitigation.

  • Monitor supplier performance, provide monthly reports, and seek quality improvement.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and seek new vendors.

  • Handle warranties, draft contracts, and analyze spending data for business decisions.

  • Review and monitor legal changes in Iraq and facilitate legal SOP rollout.

  • Provide training and guidance to legal staff on best practices and policies.

  • Manage legal case files, ensure quality, and track expenditure.

  • Produce legal reports, advocate for vulnerable populations, and maintain relationships with courts and stakeholders.

  • Provide legal representation, counseling, and training on legal matters, including arbitration and compliance.

  • Develop and manage project deliverables, ensuring alignment with national priorities and budget management.

  • Promote participatory approaches and manage team capacity building.

  • Provide migration counseling, visa assistance, and reintegration services.

  • Manage NGO operations, finances, outreach activities, and program performance.

  • Document relevant program information and maintain financial reports within budgetary limits.