Nuon Narong

Project Officer
Phnom Penh, KH.

About

Highly dedicated Project Officer with over 10 years of extensive experience in rural community development and NGO operations across Cambodia. Proven ability to lead and coordinate high-impact projects, successfully engaging diverse stakeholders to achieve critical goals, including a 40% increase in community income. Adept at project management, capacity building, and advocacy, passionate about empowering marginalized communities and fostering sustainable rural growth.

Work

Association of the Blind in Cambodia (ABC) - LNGO
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District Officer

Kampong Cham, Kampong Cham, Cambodia

Summary

Led community-based rehabilitation initiatives for blind and visually impaired individuals, overseeing project implementation, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building to foster sustainable rural growth.

Highlights

Spearheaded a community women's cooperative initiative, significantly increasing participant income by 40% through skill development and income-generating activities.

Coordinated comprehensive Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) programs, conducting home visits and needs assessments to provide targeted support to blind and visually impaired individuals.

Facilitated and delivered specialized training on Orientation & Mobility, Daily Living Skills, and Primary Eye Care for School Children to beneficiaries and local authorities.

Established and managed Self-Help Groups (SHGs), providing coaching on saving-financial management, bookkeeping, and leadership to empower community members.

Organized and facilitated public advocacy forums on the rights of persons with disabilities, promoting inclusive practices and community awareness across target communes.

Buddhism for Social Development Action Organization (BSDA)
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Education Project Officer

Koh Kong Province, Koh Kong Province, Cambodia

Summary

Managed educational development projects focused on early childhood care and equitable development, coordinating with diverse stakeholders to enhance community involvement and program impact.

Highlights

Coordinated learning assessments for 5-year-old children in community preschools, informing program adjustments and improving educational outcomes.

Monitored and coached community preschool teachers on curriculum, pedagogy, and technical support, ensuring effective and efficient preschool education delivery.

Collaborated with school directors, teachers, and local authorities to distribute scholarship materials, supporting poor and out-of-school children in target primary schools.

Facilitated the establishment and support of community preschools, engaging parents and local committees to strengthen early childhood education infrastructure.

Developed and reviewed quarterly and annual budget and project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and efficient resource allocation.

Wathnakpheap Cambodia (WP) - Local NGO
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Community Facilitator

Tboung Khmum, Tboung Khmum, Cambodia

Summary

Facilitated Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) project activities, fostering community engagement and building local capacity to improve outcomes for children under five.

Highlights

Partnered with local authorities and educational departments to implement ECCD activities, ensuring alignment with work plans and achieving project objectives.

Organized and supported training for core parent groups, community preschool teachers, and stakeholders, enhancing their capacity in early childhood development practices.

Monitored community preschools and teachers to ensure adherence to preschool education pedagogy standards, improving teaching methods and classroom environments.

Increased awareness among parents, guardians, and local authorities regarding the critical need for early childhood education for children under 5 years, fostering broader community support.

Developed monthly work plans and progress reports, and managed budget requests, ensuring transparent and accountable project operations.

Adventist Development and Relief Agency in Cambodia (ADRA Cambodia) - INGO
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Community Development Facilitator

Oddar Meanchey, Oddar Meanchey, Cambodia

Summary

Coordinated food security and nutrition initiatives, building strong community relationships and delivering capacity-building programs to improve health outcomes.

Highlights

Trained community facilitators on child nutrition rehabilitation methods, leading to improved follow-up and monitoring of children with nutritional problems.

Facilitated and organized community campaigns on child nutrition, hygiene, WASH, and safe drinking water, raising awareness and promoting healthy practices.

Coached and supervised community partners through monthly meetings, ensuring timely report collection, allowance distribution, and effective work plan implementation.

Collaborated with the M&E Officer to develop and implement nutrition/hygiene data collection schedules, ensuring proper project implementation and impact assessment.

Prepared activity, training, and regular session reports, along with monthly work plans, for the Nutrition and Hygiene Coordinator, ensuring clear communication of progress.

Sovann Phoum Organisation (SP) - LNGO
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WASH Project Officer

Kampong Chhnang, Kampong Chhnang, Cambodia

Summary

Managed Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) projects, coordinating with local authorities and communities to enhance public health and infrastructure.

Highlights

Facilitated WASH promotion campaigns in communities, significantly enhancing stakeholder collaboration and public health communication.

Coordinated with the Provincial Department of Rural Development to conduct refresher trainings on WASH for Village Health Volunteers (VHVs) and health center staff.

Monitored and facilitated School WASH Committees in target primary schools to promote student awareness and oversee the construction of double toilets and handwashing stations.

Collected project activity and outcome data using established monitoring tools, contributing to evidence-based reporting and program adjustments.

Managed project budgets for quarterly, semester, and annual expenses, ensuring financial accountability and adherence to project plans.

Handicap International Cambodia (HI) - INGO
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Livelihood Field Officer

Kampong Cham, Kampong Cham, Cambodia

Summary

Implemented income-generating activities (IGA) projects for people with disabilities, focusing on skill development, business management, and community integration.

Highlights

Provided small business holders (people with disabilities and their families) with training on business management and life skills, directly supporting income generation activities.

Distributed small business starter kits and provided follow-up monitoring and evaluation, empowering beneficiaries to establish and sustain their ventures.

Coordinated with district agriculture officers to provide technical training on chicken raising, pig raising, and vegetable cultivation, enhancing agricultural livelihoods for beneficiaries.

Conducted home visits and interviews to assess needs and identify eligible people with disabilities for project support, ensuring targeted and effective interventions.

Monitored and coached women/men with disabilities in Self-Help Groups (SHGs) on savings activities, loan repayments, and small business management.

Reproductive and Child Health Alliance Cambodia (RACHA) - Local NGO
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Field Officer

Kampong Cham, Kampong Cham, Cambodia

Summary

Coordinated and implemented Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) projects, building community capacity and promoting health awareness.

Highlights

Organized and conducted community campaigns on sexual and reproductive health, reaching target communes and contributing to improved health literacy.

Delivered capacity-building training on ASRH to peer groups, Village Health Support Groups (VHSGs), and community leaders, enhancing local knowledge and support systems.

Built strong collaborative relationships with core parent groups, caregivers, and local authorities to ensure effective project implementation and community engagement.

Coordinated project activities, events, meetings, and workshops in accordance with agreed work plans and budgets, ensuring efficient resource utilization.

Prepared monthly and bi-monthly reports, including work plans and budgets, for the Project Coordinator, maintaining clear communication on project progress.

Synergy Worldwide Sovanna Phum Cambodia Co., Ltd
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Sale and Marketing Officer

Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Summary

Drove sales and marketing initiatives for pharmaceutical products, expanding customer base and achieving sales targets in Phnom Penh and other provinces.

Highlights

Achieved established sales targets by effectively marketing and selling medicine to pharmacies across Phnom Penh and other provinces.

Developed and maintained strong relationships with key customers, ensuring high satisfaction and fostering repeat business.

Identified target markets and formulated sales strategies/plans, ensuring smooth execution and alignment with company guidelines.

Conducted daily customer visits and follow-ups, expanding the customer base and ensuring timely delivery of products through coordination with drivers.

Prepared comprehensive daily, monthly, and forecast reports, providing critical insights into sales performance and market trends.

Education

Santhormok High School
Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

High School Diploma

General Studies

Courses

General Education Curriculum

Languages

Khmer
English

Certificates

Primary Eye Care For School Children (Training of Trainer)

Issued By

The Fred Hollows Foundation Cambodia (FHF)

Advanced Counselling Skills (Training Workshop)

Issued By

Transcultural Psychosocial Organization (TPO)

Advocacy Advocacy Skills

Issued By

Advocacy and Policy Institute (API)

Orientation Mobility and Daily Living Skills for Blind People

Issued By

Nippon Light Houses Foundation Cambodia (NLHF)

MS Excel

Issued By

Youth Master Advanced Organization

MS Access Level 1

Issued By

BANANA Center

Skills

Technical Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Internet, Email, Data Analysis.

Soft Skills

Teamwork, Problem-Solving, Organizational Skills, Flexibility, Responsibility, Time Management, Working Under Pressure.

Project Management

Project Implementation, Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation, Budget Management, Report Writing, Strategic Planning, Data Collection, Program Development, Coordination, Stakeholder Engagement.

Community Development

Rural Development, Capacity Building, Community Engagement, Advocacy, Livelihood Enhancement, Social Impact, Vulnerable Groups Support, Indigenous Communities, Community Mobilization.

Communication & Facilitation

Effective Communication, Negotiation, Interpersonal Skills, Public Speaking, Training & Coaching, Workshop Facilitation, Stakeholder Relationship Management.

Interests

Personal Pursuits

Cooking, Traveling, Internet & Email Exploration, Socializing, Community Involvement.

References

Mr. Kong Vibol

Project Coordinator (PC), Association of the Blind in Cambodia (ABC) - Local NGO | vibolvibol@gmail.com, (+855) 70-462 791

Mr. Sean Samnang

Project Manager (PM), BSDA organization | samnangsean123@gmail.com, (+855) 15-293 836