Summary

A highly experienced and dedicated humanitarian professional with a proven track record of dealing with MHPSS caseloads and leading programs designed to respond the mental health care needs, child sexual abuse and gender-based violence (GBV). Expertise includes designing program interventions, leading research assessment activities, designing and delivering training workshops and capacity building initiatives, and effectively coordinating with stakeholder organizations and community members to integrate and mainstream GBV and MHPSS considerations/interventions within broader programs across sectors. Possesses strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to promoting gender equality, mental health and psychosocial well-being, particularly for vulnerable populations.
Core Career Areas
Core Career Areas Core Skills
1. GBV/MHPSS project Implementation
2. Stakeholders & Team capacity building
3. Designing interventions, program activities, and capacity building/ training content
4. Program management/Team leading
5. Facilitation and conduction of trainings, consultation workshops and coordination meeting
6. GBV/ MHPSS/CP Case Management
7. Coordination, collaboration and Networking
8. Research assessment, Monitoring & Evaluation
9. Stakeholder engagement & formation of Referral Pathway
10. writing Project proposal, progress reports and donor reports
1. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
2. organizational and supervisory skills
3. Adaptability and resilience
4. Empathy, active listening, teamwork, conflict resolution.
5. Commitment to ethical practices and organizational policies
6. Levels one and two of problem solving skills
7. Coordination and Supervision
8. Analytical and Strong Writing skills
9. Cross-Cultural Sensitivity
10. Psychological Assessment and Intervention: Expertise in various psychological assessment methods and therapeutic interventions.

1. Administration

Highlights
• Program Management & M&E: Active participation in program designing, developing tools, manage program implementation, monitoring, and evaluation (M&E) consistently to achieve results
• Advocacy, Institutional Strengthening & Capacity Building: Expertise in designing and implementing advocacy strategies, capacity building initiatives, and institutional strengthening programs, particularly related to child protection, GBV, and related themes
• Stakeholder Engagement & Negotiation: Demonstrated success in liaising and negotiating with government agencies and social partners on issues related to girls' empowerment, child protection, GBV and mental health mainstreaming.
• Awareness & Advocacy Campaigns: Extensive experience in developing and implementing impactful awareness and advocacy campaigns addressing adolescents mental health needs, child protection issues (including physical and sexual abuse) and GBV.
• Evaluation & Research: Strong understanding of various evaluation methodologies (qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods, and impact evaluations), data collection techniques, and experience with needs assessments and mid-term/final evaluations.
• Teamwork, Independence, & Interpersonal Skills: Proven ability to work effectively both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within teams. Possesses excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.

Projects

KidsHQ

Experience

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Senior Program Officer
Rozan
May 2024 - Present | Islamabad, Pakistan

• Supervise and ensure the provision of survivor-centered case management for GBV survivors and counseling services for individuals with mental health concerns. These services are delivered via telephone, email, and in-person sessions, addressing topics such as emotional well-being, sexual and reproductive health, violence against women (VAW), and child sexual abuse (CSA) for young people, women, and children.
• Develop, Manage and expand an extensive referral network of ethically trained professionals including lawyers, psychiatrists, psychologists, and general health practitioners across multiple cities to ensure GBV Survivors receive appropriate support beyond counseling.
• Provide comprehensive technical support for consultations and mentoring sessions of GBV helplines. This includes developing and maintaining standardized GBV indicators, uniform SOPs, and a referral mechanism to enhance documentation processes and strengthen support services for GBV survivors.
• Facilitated the integration of all GBV government helplines into a unified dashboard to achieve data standardization and streamline reporting processes.
• Developed comprehensive reports for consultations, trainings, and donor requirements, including biannual and annual reports.
• Provide training and support to the staff and partners on gender-responsive approaches.
• Spearhead awareness campaigns to reduce stigma associated with psychological, emotional, and reproductive health concerns. Develop and distribute educational materials such as flyers, brochures, video clips, and radio programs.
• Advocate for gender-sensitive approaches in climate resilience and humanitarian initiatives
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote gender equality and inclusion in the program's target areas.
• Develop tools and guidelines to facilitate the integration of gender considerations into the program activities.
• Conduct data analysis and research on youth issues, and GBV. Utilize the findings as advocacy tools with governmental bodies and partner organizations for policy making.
• Coordinate psychosocial interventions for disaster-affected communities, including providing psychosocial first aid, training volunteers and professionals, and developing guidelines for psychosocial support.
• Foster partnerships with local and international organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies to enhance the reach and impact of Rozan Counseling HelplineL (RCHL) programs.

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Research Associate
UNIOM
Feb 2024 - May 2024 | Islamabad, Pakistan

• Identify reliable sources of information/key informants to collect relevant information.
• Ensure of the quality of the information collected by systematically verify and correct the questionnaire/form at the end of the interview/ registration;
• If necessary, collect GPS points of the collective centres and infrastructures;
• Liaise with various humanitarian, governmental partners and the displaced community in the field;
• Report on a daily basis on the activities conducted and the realities/issues encountered to the DTM Field Coordinator and make relevant recommendations;
• Report directly to IOM Filed supervisor and program manager.
• Key interviews with Afghan key informers.
• Conduct DTM survey and (if requested) registration, in a designated geographical area, according to the operation planning led by the DTM Field Coordinator
• Upload the filled questionnaires on a daily basis and report on his/her daily outputs to their concerned supervisor and upload on KOBO.

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MHPSS officer/ Gender Specialist
CRSM Consultants
Oct 2022 - Feb 2024 | Islamabad, Pakistan

• Understanding various evaluation/research methodologies, including qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method, and impact assessment, along with proficiency in data collection and analysis methodologies.
• Developing evaluation proposals and inception reports to outline the scope, objectives, and methodologies for upcoming projects.
• Crafting evaluation tools, including surveys, questionnaires, and interview guides, to gather quantitative and qualitative data.
• Document lessons learned and best practices to improve future interventions
• Deep understanding of refugees, displaced persons, returnees and host communities, designed multisectoral and specific need assessment tools.
• Demonstrated expertise in planning and overseeing surveys.
• Proven capability in developing and enhancing data collection tools and finalization of the research consultancies.
• Hands-on experience in conducting data quality assessments and ensuring oversight.
• Formulate data collection methodologies that align with the objectives of the evaluation/assessment projects, ensuring accuracy and relevance in gathering essential information.
• Play a key role in the training process, designing and implementing effective training sessions for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Play a key role in the training process, designing and implementing effective training sessions for internal teams and external stakeholders.

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Asia Medical & diagnostic Centre
Clinical psychologist
Aug 2020 - Sep 2022 | Islamabad, Pakistan

• As a clinical psychologist my role encompasses various aspects of mental health need assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to understand an individual's psychological functioning, including cognitive abilities, emotional well-being, and behavioral patterns
• Provided psychotherapy or counseling to individuals, couples, families, or groups employed various evidence-based therapeutic approaches to overcome psychological issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and relationship problems aimed at improving mental health and enhancing overall well-being.
• Played key role in crisis Intervention to provide immediate support during crises or emergencies, such as suicidal thoughts, acute trauma, or severe mental health episodes by offering psychological first aid, crisis counseling, and referrals to appropriate resources for further assistance. As clinical psychologist i engaged in research and assessment activities to advance knowledge in the field of mental health and modify existing evidence-based practices

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Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Kids Head Quarter
Oct 2018 - Jul 2020 | Islamabad, Pakistan

• Spearheaded the company's inception, from idea generation to its successful establishment.
• Aligned with Kidshq's mission to divert children from excessive gadget use, fostering physical activity and well-being.
• Plan, organize, and modify work plans by identifying priorities in consultation with the Project Manager.
• Assist in designing and facilitating meetings.
• Awareness regarding child protection and gender based violence
• Involved children in designing various activities and spearheading awareness campaigns about global issues.
• Collaborated with schools to expand the reach of Kidshq's programs.
• Monitored and evaluated program outcomes using key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure their effectiveness.
• Coordinated with stakeholders and approached donors for fundraising initiatives.
• Led proposal writing and strategic planning for upcoming activities and projects.
• Conducted media talks and briefings on projects related to children's well-being and development.
• Organized and executed diverse programs, including activities, competitions, and training modules, while overseeing their advertising, documentation, and evaluation.
• Orchestrated creative workshops and presentations, enhancing children's creative skills and confidence.
• Actively contributed to child protection and safety initiatives, ensuring a secure environment for children.
• Organized group activities and retreats, cultivating a supportive space for children's personal growth.

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National Program Officer (MHPSS/ Child Protection)
SAHIL
Sep 2012 - Dec 2015 | Islamabad, Pakistan

• Served as the National Program Officer, overseeing the implementation of the project in 4 provinces: KPK, Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan, demonstrating my ability to manage and coordinate initiatives on a national scale.
• Actively participated in the yearly project division, contributing to the strategic allocation of resources on a quarterly and monthly basis.
• Monitor the effectiveness of gender integration in program activities and make necessary adjustments.
• Document lessons learned and best practices to improve future interventions
• Active contribution in the formation of CSA child protection case management strategy and psychosocial support guidelines, implementation of psychosocial support interventions, organize life skills and support services for CSA survivors, designing and implementing Individual-and Group-PSS sessions for CSA survivors and caregivers,
• Designed specialized counseling training programs for district-level psychologists, teachers, and community leaders to empower them with essential counseling skills.
• Thematic scope of work includes, child protection, awareness regarding child sexual and physical abuse, specifically create awareness about incest. Design awareness material poster, cartoon, story books about CP and GBV.
• Coordination with stakeholders, legal aid and police department, coordination with legal department for legal assistance to child sexual abuse (CSA) victims, Coordination with media teams for data sharing and lesson learning
• Capacity building of field workers and stakeholders (on child protection, parenting skills, psychosocial support, child protection in emergencies, adolescents mental health), Development of visible material and program content,
• Systematically structured training materials, dividing them into training days and sessions, and organized them into a coherent package. I ensured everything was labeled for easy access and to minimize time wastage.
• During training sessions, meticulously organized logistics, seating arrangements, required equipment, refreshments, and meals, overseeing everything from participant welcoming to departure.
• Took charge of producing reports on a monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual basis, ensuring accurate documentation of program activities and outcomes.
• Provided all necessary data for creating reports for donors, contributing to transparent communication and accountability.
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of collected data through quality assurance checks and address data gaps as required.

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District Coordinator/ Psychologist- MHPSS & Protection
Bedari
Nov 2011 - Aug 2012 | Vehari, Pakistan

• Managed daily office operations and supervised a dedicated team
• Successfully led the Girls Power Project implementation, meeting all requirements
• The thematic focus of the project encompasses child protection, raising awareness about child sexual and physical abuse, with a particular emphasis on fostering awareness about incest. Empowering girls through education and networking.
• Regular monitoring system in collaboration with MEAL Unit.
• Coordinate with Consultants/stakeholders and ensure effective implementation of project. Build synergies among different stakeholders.
• Support and assist in generating reports that can guide future programs/Interventions
• Established a robust communication network among government departments
• Aligned district-level departments with tehsil and village communities for improved resource access
• Provided support to sexual abuse victims and collaborated with the police
• Engaged community support for girls' education through meetings
• Conducted KIIs, FGD’s and IDIs to gather qualitative data from stakeholders
• Pioneered community-based organizations (CBOs) and linked them with district-level authorities
• Engage with local communities to address gender norms and practices that may hinder resilience and humanitarian efforts
• Promote the participation of women, persons with disabilities, and older people in program activities.
• Produced comprehensive reports, case studies, and M&E-based recommendations
• Monitored project finances and evaluated community officers' performance
• Ensured transparency with regular reporting to the head office
• Contributed significantly to donor reports showcasing project impact.

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Clinical Psychologist Internee
Feb 2011 - Mar 2011 | Multan, Pakistan

• Identify psychological, emotional or behavioral issues
• Diagnose psychological, emotional or behavioral disorders
• Develop and implement treatment plans and therapeutic processes
• Help clients define goals and plan action to achieve personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment
• Monitor client progress through regular meetings or sessions

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Clinical Psychologist (internship)
Sep 2010 - Nov 2010 | Multan, Pakistan

• Identify psychological, emotional or behavioral issues
• Diagnose psychological, emotional or behavioral disorders
• Develop and implement treatment plans and therapeutic processes
• Help clients define goals and plan action to achieve personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment
• Monitor client progress through regular meetings or sessions

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Clinical Psychologist (internship)
Jun 2009 - Aug 2009 | Lahore, Pakistan

• Rehabilitation of Members (Patients)
• Group Therapy
• Monitor and keep record of every-day Mental State of each member under his/her care.
• Interpersonal Therapy
• Member’s rehabilitation / Family Education & Counseling
• Involve members in different activates e.g. art and drama therapy, occupational therapy, music therapy, spiritual therapy, gymnasium therapy & physical fitness, outdoor sports & activities, computer lab & library and agro therapy unit.

Education

BZU
M-Phill, ‎
Applied Psychology, Advanced Diploma In Clinical Psychology
Incomplete
2011
iub
Masters, Masters in Science, ‎
Applied Psychology, Advanced Diploma In Clinical Psychology
2009
BZU. MULTAN
Bachelors, Bachelors in Arts, ‎
Applied Psychology
CGPA 3.0/4
2007
BISS. Multan
Intermediate/A-Level, , ‎
Clinical Psychology, Sociology
2004

Skills

Expert Admin Tasks Management
Expert Conservation Awareness
Intermediate Data Gathering
Intermediate Knowledge of humanitarian response planning
Intermediate Mobilization Knwoledge
Intermediate Monitoring and Evaluation
Expert Monitoring and record keeping
Intermediate Monitoring Skills
Expert Networking and linkages
Expert Patient Counseling
Intermediate Project Ma
Expert Record Keeping
Intermediate representation in provincial or national clusters
Expert Training Developement
Intermediate understanding of humanitarian projects
Intermediate Workshop Organization Management

Languages

Intermediate Punjabi
Expert Urdu
Intermediate English