Summary

Highly motivated and experienced professional with expertise in emergency response, community mobilization, and data collection. Proven track record of working effectively in emergency settings, with a strong focus on community engagement and participation. Skilled in project management, coordination, and implementation, with experience working with diverse organizations and stakeholders. Committed to delivering high-quality results and making a positive difference in the lives of affected communities.

Experience

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Invigilator
Sindh education foundation ( SEF)
Mar 2024 - Mar 2024 | Dadu, Pakistan



( Activities )
Ensure a comfortable environment for exams
Assist candidates in finding their seats, understanding regulations, and answering questions
Make announcements to invigilators before exams start
Monitor student attendance and behavior in the examination room
Ensure compliance with procedures and regulations
Complete Invigilator Incident Forms and report any incidents to the Exams Team
Attend briefing meetings before each examination period to discuss new developments
Provide evaluative feedback on colleagues and procedures as requested.


(Key Responsibilities)
- Exam Environment Management
- Candidate Support
- Invigilator Announcements
- Attendance and Behavior Monitoring
- Compliance and Procedures
- Incident Reporting
- Briefing Meetings
- Feedback Provision.

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Community Moblizer
ACTED Pakistan
Apr 2023 - Jan 2024 | Mehar, Pakistan




( Implementation of Mobilization Activities )
Participated in need assessments, Participatory Rural Appraisals, feasibility studies, stakeholder analysis, and community consultations
Liaised with Governmental and non-Governmental Agencies,
Supported development of agreements and MoUs with community-based organizations
Elaborated needs-based inputs and activities according to program objectives and beneficiary involvement strategy,
Mobilized communities for effective use of resources and prioritization of recovery activities
Facilitated capacity building and setup of representative community committees
Identified unskilled and skilled Cash For Work beneficiaries,
Ensured adherence to project strategies and
stakeholder commitments
Mainstreamed gender and maximized beneficiary contribution,
Participated in NFI distributions and supported development of IEC materials.


( Additional Achievements )
Provided training to community members on small business development
Empowered women in the community by teaching handicraft skills and promoting entrepreneurship
Collaborated with WFP Donor to establish Culver\'s in UC\'S, promoting economic growth and development
Conducted sessions on nutrition and hygiene, focusing on healthy eating habits, nutrition education, and hygiene practices.


( Received Appreciation Letter From ACTED Pakistan )
Appreciated for outstanding performance & dedication to emergency food distribution project (2022 floods) funded by WFP. Recognized for exceptional skills in emergency response, data collection & community mobilization, making a significant impact on affected communities. Proudly recognized by ACTED Pakistan


( Technical Guidance )
Provided technical guidance, training, and support to individuals targeted by each project
Liaised with program staff of other ACTED teams to share information and develop lessons learned.


( Logistics )
Supervised unloading of materials on site, ensuring quality and quantity of items.

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Field Monitor
Farmers Development Organization (FDO)
Mar 2023 - Mar 2023 | Mehar, Pakistan


( Project Activities )
Conducted Baseline Study to assess initial conditions
Implemented Baseline Household Survey to gather data,
Identified areas affected by 2022 floods and assessed damage
Monitored Cash Transfer distribution to beneficiaries
Conducted Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) to assess effectiveness,
Implemented End-line and Final Evaluation survey using CommCare Application to measure overall project impact.

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Hygiene Promoter
ACTED Pakistan
Dec 2022 - Jan 2023 | Mehar, Pakistan


2022 Flood Emergency Response Project

( Program Implementation )
Elaborated inputs and activities according to program objectives and beneficiary involvement strategy
Mobilized communities for effective use of resources and prioritization of recovery activities
Facilitated capacity building and setup of representative community committees (steering committees)
Identified Cash for Food/Work beneficiaries in cooperation with steering committees
Ensured adherence to project strategies and stakeholder commitments through daily dialogues and consultations
Mainstreamed gender and maximized beneficiary contribution
Participated in NFI distributions and supported development of IEC materials.


( Community Engagement )
Developed in-depth knowledge of villages of intervention and maintained close contacts with community leaders, volunteers, and activists
Supported and supervised daily skilled and unskilled workers/project volunteers, providing guidance for work improvement.


( Technical Guidance )
Provided technical guidance, training, and support to individuals targeted by each project, aligning with program strategy and intended outputs.


( Logistics and Coordination )
Ensured timely completion of tasks according to BoQs and designs
Liaised with program staff of other ACTED teams to share information and develop lessons learned.

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SUPERVISOR
APEX Consulting Pakistan
Oct 2022 - Nov 2022 | Dadu, Pakistan




( Training and Capacity Building)
Participated in 6-7 days training program
Worked with APEX Consulting\'s RSPN SUCCESS-II Project on social, economic, and political empowerment of women.



( Field Operations )
Identified targeted UCs and villages with local influential support
Supervised field teams and provided relevant support
Ensured equipment provision to teams for surveys
Managed collected data and ensured quality control
Conducted spot checks and interviews (4-5 per day) following survey protocols and guidelines
Collaborated with local notables/influentials for quality assurance
Synced data with head office and maintained Enumerator data lists
Led morning/evening meetings with teams to discuss daily issues and field challenges
Planning and Implementation
Contributed to overall planning and implementation of surveys/studies.



( Reporting and Coordination )
Reported to regional coordinator on a daily basis
Communicated field problems to regional coordinator and followed instructions
Ensured close coordination with regional coordinator, head office, and fellow supervisors.


( Logistics and Administration )
Obtained field data collection materials and equipment during training
Contacted local officials to inform them about data collection operations and sought cooperation.

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Field Monitor
Annual Status Of Education Report (ASER)
Mar 2021 - Apr 2021 | Dadu, Pakistan


( Training and Monitoring )
Participated in 2-day training for monitoring in Shadabad school, Dadu,
Monitored multiple schools and conducted interviews with headmasters regarding student enrollment and studies,
Assessed School Management Committee (SMC) funds, including receipt and utilization,
Evaluated school infrastructure, including building condition, furniture, rooms, and toilets,
Assessed facilities for students, including drinking water, books, and others
Prepared and submitted a comprehensive report to the administration.

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Enumerator
Thardeep Rural Development Program ( TRDP)
Mar 2019 - Sep 2019 | Mehar, Pakistan


( Data Collection and Survey )
Worked as an Enumerator for a six-month survey of NATIONAL SOCIO ECONOMY REGISTERY ,BENAZIR INCOME SUPPORT PROGRAM (NSER BISP)
Collected data from rural areas using Android Tablets and ODK software in Taluka Mehar, Distt. Dadu, Sindh,
Obtained field data collection materials, including codes, sample lists, contact lists, and training kits
Coordinated with local officials to inform them about data collection operations and sought their cooperation,
Identified targeted UCs and villages with support from local influencers as needed.

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Hygiene Promoter
Health Department Organization ( HDO )
May 2011 - Jul 2011 | Khairpur Nathan Shah, Pakistan


( Project implementation )
Worked with Health Department Organisation (HDO) as an Hygiene promoter for 3 months
Supported Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) program, funded by USAID and Government of Pakistan (GOP)
Conducted hygiene sessions in communities in Taluka KN Shah, Distt. Dadu, Sindh
Distributed hygiene kits to promote health and hygiene practices.

Education

Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University SBBU
Bachelors, BSc, ‎
Educational Management and Supervision, Social Work, Consulting, Monitoring×
2017

Skills

Expert Assessment Skills
Expert Communication Skills
Expert Community Building
Expert Community Engagement
Expert Community Mobilization
Expert Computer Knowledge
Expert Coordination Skills
Expert Data Collection
Expert Data Management
Expert DRR
Expert Field Activity Skills
Expert Interpersonal Savvy
Expert Mobilization Skills
Expert Monitoring Tools Expert
Expert Multitasking Skills
Expert PRA Tools Command
Expert Presentation Skills
Expert Report Writing
Expert Report Writing Skills
Expert Reporting and Recording Skills
Expert Reporting Skills
Beginner Response To Directionless
Beginner Responsiveness Directin and Learning
Expert RRA Tools
Expert Safeguarding
Expert Sanitary Knowledge
Expert Security Principles
Expert Session On Nutrition
Expert Social Analytics
Expert Social Mobilization
Expert Social Mobilization Skills
Expert Team Building
Expert Time Management 
Expert Writing Skills

Languages

Expert English
Expert Urdu
Expert Sindhi

Irfan Contacts

Ali Raza Raza
Mercy Crop
Irfan Farooq
ACTED Pakistan