Nouran Aly
Billund
Summary
Over 8 years of experience leading education in emergencies (EiE), early childhood development, and humanitarian education programming across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. Skilled in programme design, donor engagement, and capacity building, with a track record of developing inclusive education interventions for refugee and displaced children. Experienced in coordinating with UN agencies, governments, and NGOs to strengthen education systems and ensure alignment with international standards such as INEE Minimum Standards. Fluent in Arabic and English, with expertise in Learning through Play and embedding safeguarding practices within education programmes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Programme Management Specialist
Lego Foundation
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Lead coordination of multi-country projects supporting refugee and displaced children through strategic grantmaking, partner engagement, and policy advocacy.
- Conduct partner assessments, ensure safeguarding standards are embedded in project designs, and manage reporting and delivery for assigned grants.
- Engage with governments, NGOs, civil society, and research institutions to build strategic alliances for children’s rights through learning through play.
- Contribute to internal learning by developing briefs, synthesizing research, and capturing impact stories.
Early Childhood Development Facilitation Specialist
LEGO Foundation
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Designed and delivered facilitation materials for Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs using Learning through Play approaches.
- Co-developed best practice tools, workshops, and guidelines for training facilitators and internal program teams.
- Supported cross-functional collaboration with research, communications, and advocacy to build internal knowledge and external positioning.
- Represented the Foundation at conferences and events, delivering hands-on activities and sharing program insights.
Education Officer, Education in Emergency
United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Developed safe learning programs and safeguarding mechanisms across national education systems in partnership with local NGOs and government.
- Supported the management and monitoring of four education partners; conducted field visits to assess program quality and safeguarding compliance.
- Drafted successful proposals to emergency donors (e.g., ECHO, LEGO Foundation) to address critical educational needs.
Humanitarian Coordinator, Education in Emergency
UNICEF
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Acted as the primary advisor on education in emergencies (EiE) in Egypt, informing senior leadership and cross-functional teams on strategic direction.
- Provided regular updates to donors and supported in-field visits; contributed substantially to successful donor proposals.
- Coordinated education sector humanitarian responses and developed cross-sectoral strategies linking education, child protection, and psychosocial support.
- Collaborated with the Ministry of Education and Technical Education (MoETE) to design and implement needs assessments for refugee children.
- Led workshops and consultations with key stakeholders to review research findings and co-create programming tools.
- Oversaw data analysis, donor reporting, and emergency preparedness plans; contributed to national refugee response policies.
Education Associate
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Monitored formal and informal education programs, including community-run schools for refugee children.
- Conducted annual school assessments and reviewed education partner proposals to ensure alignment with UNHCR standards.
- Led implementation of safe learning environment standards and provided frontline incident response, including handling child protection cases and coordinating referrals with UNHCR’s protection team.
- Advised senior management and partner organizations on safe learning protocols and protection risks within education environments.
Direct Assistance Case Worker
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
03.2016 - 09.2017
- Conducted a strategic review of the organization’s direct assistance programming for vulnerable migrants and children, resulting in a shift in eligibility and delivery criteria.
- Managed refugee case files and conducted casework interviews for resettlement processing.
- Coordinated direct assistance to victims of trafficking and vulnerable migrants, including women and children subjected to exploitation or abuse.
- Handled reported protection concerns and SGBV incidents, working closely with protection officers and service providers to ensure appropriate case resolution.
- Delivered training and awareness campaigns in coordination with UNHCR to improve frontline staff capacity on SGBV and child protection.
Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Officer
Egyptian Foundation for Refugee Rights (EFRR)
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Provided individual case management and psychosocial support for survivors of gender-based violence, including refugee children and youth.
- Handled reports of abuse within refugee communities and school systems, coordinating emergency referrals and safety planning.
- Developed a year-long strategic plan for the SGBV unit, including staffing, budgeting, and service delivery targets.
- Created and facilitated community workshops on SGBV awareness and prevention across refugee communities.
Education
Master of Political Science - Focus on Gender and War Studies
University of New Brunswick
01.2014
Bachelor Degree Studies - Honours in Political Science and Major in International Development
University of New Brunswick
01.2012
Skills
- Education in Emergencies (EiE) Programming
- Learning Through Play (LtP) Expertise
- Programme Design & Proposal Development (ECHO, LEGO Foundation, UNICEF)
- Strategic Partnership Management with Governments, NGOs, and Donors
- Training Design, Facilitation & Capacity Building
- Humanitarian Coordination & Refugee Education
- Safeguarding & Child Protection Integration
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEAL)
LANGUAGES
ARABIC: NATIVE
ENGLISH: FLUENT
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Education & Humanitarian Programming Expertise
- Education in Emergencies (EiE): Over 8 years designing and implementing education responses for refugee and displaced children with UNICEF, UNHCR, and the LEGO Foundation, ensuring alignment with INEE Minimum Standards.
- Programme Design & Technical Support: Led development of inclusive education programmes, proposal writing (ECHO, LEGO Foundation, UNICEF), and integration of child protection and psychosocial support within education frameworks.
- Capacity Building & Mentoring: Designed and delivered training workshops for teachers, government officials, and NGO partners on EiE, safeguarding in schools, and Learning through Play approaches.
- Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinated with Ministries of Education, local NGOs, and donors to strengthen education systems and build sustainable, inclusive learning environments.
- Innovation & Learning: Advanced sector innovation through Learning through Play methodologies at the LEGO Foundation, creating training content, facilitation tools, and evidence-based approaches for global partners.
Publications
- A girl with a bright smile and a new home | UNICEF Egypt
- Learning against all odds | UNICEF Egypt
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Programme Management Specialist
Lego Foundation
01.2025 - 06.2025
Early Childhood Development Facilitation Specialist
LEGO Foundation
10.2022 - 12.2024
Humanitarian Coordinator, Education in Emergency
UNICEF
01.2021 - 01.2022
Education Officer, Education in Emergency
United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
09.2019 - 09.2022
Education Associate
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
09.2017 - 09.2019
Direct Assistance Case Worker
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
03.2016 - 09.2017
Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Officer
Egyptian Foundation for Refugee Rights (EFRR)
03.2015 - 02.2016
Bachelor Degree Studies - Honours in Political Science and Major in International Development
University of New Brunswick
Master of Political Science - Focus on Gender and War Studies
University of New Brunswick
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