Dr. Fatima Saad Elawad

Operations Manager, i-APS Sudan

Dr. Fatima Saad Elawad is the PMU, Operations & Logistics Manager for i-APS Sudan, where she directs a nationwide operational framework spanning all 18 states. Bringing the precision of a medical professional to the complexities of humanitarian logistics, Dr. Saad oversees project management functions, security protocols, and strategic field operations. She is responsible for the recruitment and supervision of a robust network of state field coordinators, ensuring they have the tools and training necessary to manage expert field monitors across the country.

A licensed Medical Doctor with a degree from Al Neelain University, Dr. Saad excels at navigating high-pressure environments. She manages i-APS Sudan’s 24/7 operations call center, coordinating transportation and security to ensure seamless project execution. Her background as a Senior Sexual & Reproductive Health Officer at Medical Teams International provided her with a foundation in demanding problem-solving and life-saving logistics—skills she now applies to maintain high performance and promote management best practices across the i-APS Sudan portfolio.