Summary

Mr. Panhwar is a highly skilled professional having Master's degree in Environmental Engineering and Management, with over 12 years of extensive experience in multiple sectors including WASH, DRR, Agriculture Food Security, Climate Change and Environment, Education, Cash Transfer, Poverty Reduction and SME Development in emergencies to development contexts. His rich background includes managing and implementing projects for prestigious entities like the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the European Union (EU), Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF), the International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD), United Nations World Food Program (UNWFP), Norwegian Church Aid (NCA), and United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and the Government of Sindh. His expertise lies in project management, planning, implementation, operation, budget management, monitoring and evaluation, capacity building, technical report writing, donor relations, and coordination of large-scale infrastructure projects, climate-resilient mitigation, and adaptation measures. Additionally, he has extensive experience in research and analysis, Knowledge Management (MIS), delivering comprehensive reports, and utilizing web-based applications. I have also in-depth knowledge and experience of designing and implementing the monitoring tools, guidelines, logical frameworks, project progress tracking/ management tools, ME strategy, theory of change, logical frameworks, qualitative and quantitative research, data validation, analysis, and management.



Currently, Mr. Panhwar serves as a Manager- WASH funded by World Bank where he is responsible for the effective management and reporting of the assigned WASH project(s), adhering to the objectives, budget and timelines. This role encompasses various tasks such as assessing WASH needs, drafting proposals, offering technical guidance, providing leadership and strategic vision, ensuring high-quality WASH service delivery, fostering beneficiary engagement, collaborating with project teams, engaging with stakeholders and contributes to the successful execution of WASH projects. Earlier he served as Project Management Support Officer at UNOPS under a WASH project funded by USAID. Previously, he served as an ME Manager - Sindh with the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund, overseeing overall ME at the provincial level of the Growth for Rural Advancement and Sustainable Progress (GRASP) project funded by the European Union. Prior to this role, he worked as a Base MEAL Manager at Secours Islamique France, managing self and UNWFP funded projects and as a Regional WASH Officer under the multi-sectoral Programme for Improved Nutrition in Sindh (PINS) funded by the European Union. He also represented Creative Associates International as a District Programme Manager in the Pakistan Reading Project funded by the USAID. Additionally, Mr. Panhwar has served as an ME Officer in WASH and Agriculture projects funded by Norwegian Church Aid.


Projects

Sindh Emergency Housing Reconstruction Project - SEHRP
Improved Access to Water and Sanitation Services in KP and Sindh
Growth for Rural Advancement and Sustainable Progress (GRASP)
Programme for Improved Nutrition in Sindh (PINS)
Pakistan Reading Project (USAID Funded Project)

Experience

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Manager - WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene)
Thardeep Rural Development Programme (TRDP)
Apr 2024 - Present | Hyderabad, Pakistan

Brief Summary of role and main achievements
As a Manager - WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), I am responsible for the effective execution, management and reporting of the assigned WASH project(s), adhering to the objectives, budget and timelines. This role encompasses various tasks such as assessing WASH needs, drafting proposals, offering technical guidance, providing leadership and strategic vision, ensuring high-quality WASH service delivery, fostering beneficiary engagement, collaborating with project teams, and engaging with stakeholders. 
Among my key accomplishments in this role, I have successfully managed and executed WASH projects to achieve their objectives within allocated budgets and timelines. I have demonstrated strong leadership in overseeing these projects, striving for both immediate and long-term positive impacts on beneficiaries, local authorities, and WASH personnel. I have provided technical support for planning and executing construction-related interventions, including developing construction plans, conducting studies, assessments, and devising capacity building strategies. I have also created tools and templates for technical assessments of WASH facilities across different settings and conducted comprehensive needs assessments, surveys, research studies, and feasibility analyses to ensure climate-resilient and sustainable WASH facilities, whether for new construction or rehabilitation purposes. Furthermore, I have continuously monitored and supervised WASH activities, ensuring adherence to technical designs and evaluating progress based on both quantitative and qualitative data. I have integrated beneficiary participation and accountability into all project aspects, facilitated accurate and timely reporting according to donor requirements and relevant timeframes, and effectively managed, coordinated, and supervised project activities as per agreements, implementation plans, and budgets. I have overseen all components of WASH projects, including capacity building, infrastructure development, and community engagement, providing technical guidance throughout the process. I have maintained close collaboration with stakeholders to foster positive relationships, reviewed and provided feedback on program-related processes and policies, facilitated capacity building initiatives, represented the organization at various WASH forums, conducted field visits to provide technical assistance, and coordinated with WASH sector partners for program implementation. Additionally, I have been flexible in undertaking any other assignments assigned by management, demonstrating a comprehensive and proactive approach to my role as a Manager - WASH.

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Project Management Support Officer
United Nations Office for Project Services - UNOPS
Jan 2023 - Mar 2024 | Karachi, Pakistan

Brief Summary of role and main achievements
Being a Project Management Support Officer, I have effectively taken on the responsibility of planning and supervising all three components of the WASH project: capacity building, infrastructure, and community engagement. This has entailed maintaining liaison with public and semi-public entities in the WASH sector, processing procurement of third-party capacity building services, implementing capacity building programs, and monitoring and reporting on the project’s progress in these areas. Additionally, I have overseen the management of health, safety, social, and environmental (HSSE) procedures on all project sites, and managed the project team, ensuring a holistic and sustainable approach to all implemented systems.
The major achievements under my role, I have achieved significant milestones by coordinating at the operational level with public and semi-public entities providing water supply, sanitation, and solid waste management services (such as PHED, Local Government Cities Development Authorities, Municipal Water & Sanitation Services, etc.), as well as community organized groups involved in water and sanitation initiatives. I have actively participated in the preparation of tender documents for the provision of capacity building services, drafting documents in the UNOPS eSourcing procurement system, and ensuring adherence to procurement guidelines. Furthermore, I have diligently followed up and supervised third-party service providers during implementation, identifying any additional activities required and ensuring their completion within the project timeline. Organizing, scheduling, and overseeing the implementation of capacity building programs by third-party service providers has been a key responsibility. When necessary, I have acted as a facilitator/trainer, delivering key elements of the capacity building programs directly. I have also monitored the effectiveness of these activities, proposing adjustments to methodology and materials based on lessons learned from current practices. Conducting pre- and post-program knowledge assessments has been integral to measuring the effectiveness of capacity building programs and the knowledge growth of trainees. I have reported the collected data in a dashboard, utilizing ICT support as required. Timely and accurate reporting on the progress of all capacity building components of the project has been a priority, focusing on impact, quality, risks & issues, and lessons learned. Additionally, I have developed and implemented a follow-up plan for trained service providers and stakeholders, suggesting actions such as refresh training when needed. I have also provided support in initiating water supply, sanitation, and solid waste management contracts, including start-up meetings, site access rights, inspection of sites and equipment, review and approval of contractors\\\' personnel and subcontractors, and procurement of spare parts, tools, or consumables. Furthermore, I served as Team Leader/focal point for field staff, ensuring productivity, coordination, attendance to activities, and acting as the focal point for field issues communicated to management.

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Monitoring & Evaluation Manager - Sindh
Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund
Jul 2021 - Jan 2023 | Karachi, Pakistan

Brief Summary of role and main achievements
Being an M&E Manager for Sindh, my primary responsibility is to enhance project quality by developing, conceptualizing, coordinating, and implementing improved monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning strategies. This includes developing high-quality written products at the regional level to meet project objectives. My focus is on streamlining processes and implementing monitoring systems, strategies, plans, policies, frameworks, and tools to enhance program reach, efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability across various sectors throughout the project cycle.
The major achievements under the role includes the development and implementation of a result-based Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) System. This involved providing technical inputs and facilitating the formation of log frames, including the development of indicators, Means of Verification (MOVs), and risk and assumption matrices. Additionally, I designed, reviewed, adopted, and tested monitoring tools and techniques tailored to the project\'s specific needs. I also ensured the timely sharing of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with line and technical supervisors at the provincial level. This process involved collecting, compiling, reviewing, and analyzing data. Furthermore, I facilitated annual reviews, assessment exercises, project working groups, and other meetings, recording minutes as necessary. One of my responsibilities was to consolidate lessons learned, good practices, and case studies. I established effective knowledge management mechanisms, including the documentation of baselines, outcomes, and impacts. Field monitoring visits were conducted to assess technical, operational, process, and outcome monitoring of program interventions executed by partner organizations such as PPAF, UNFAO, and UNITC, in line with the program\'s M&E framework. I also reviewed and validated progress data reported in the Management Information System (MIS) through actual field visits, identifying risk areas in a timely manner, and working with partners to improve performance. As a member of the Senior Officers Committee (SOC) and Technical Working Group (TWG), I provided technical input. Ensuring compliance with the Grievances Redressal Mechanism (GRM), I shared the database on a monthly basis with the Country and Geneva Offices. I have ensured quality controls at all levels of data collection, data processing and data management, data analysis, presentation, and reporting.

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Base MEAL Manager
Secours Islamique France
Oct 2018 - Aug 2021 | Tharparkar, Pakistan

Brief Summary of role and main achievements
Being a Base MEAL Manager in Sindh, my responsibilities included overseeing project management, strengthening operations, and providing strategic direction. I ensured the implementation of MEAL procedures across projects, establishing systems for accountability to beneficiaries and partners. I provided technical support and participated in various MEAL activities at the field level, such as surveys, assessments, baselines, evaluations, joint project reviews, lessons learning workshops/events, and post-distribution monitoring.
The major achievements under the role, I have achieved significant milestones in maintaining effective systems and processes for Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) tracking, data collection, record keeping, analysis, and reporting, enhancing knowledge management within the organization. I have developed strategies, approaches, methodologies, and tools for the accurate and timely measurement, recording, reporting, and necessary follow-up of all relevant impact, outcome, and output indicators, milestones, and targets in the approved log-frame and MEAL plan. I have supported the development of frameworks and mechanisms to ensure accurate and timely measurement, recording, reporting, and necessary follow-up of all relevant impact, outcome, and output indicators, milestones, and targets in the approved log-frame and MEAL plan. Additionally, I have facilitated and supported all aspects of MEAL-related visits by local, national, or international stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and provision of adequate information. Furthermore, I have developed and implemented a results-based monitoring system to provide timely feedback to project management on the progress and achievements of the project in accordance with the work plan and approved logical framework. I have provided data and analysis for donor reporting and advice on the effective presentation of trends and activities, including editing, quality assurance, and standardization of periodic and final reports and presentations. I have ensured accountability at the field level through the implementation of a Complaint Response Mechanism (CRM), safeguarding policy, and shared CRM database on a monthly basis. I have also monitored cash disbursement and other project activities to ensure quality and quantity in line with SIF and WFP standards, as well as conducted post-distribution monitoring activities to assess beneficiary satisfaction and the effectiveness of SIF and WFP activities. Moreover, I have collected case studies and success stories, sharing them with internal and external audiences. I have generated monthly, quarterly, bi-annual, and annual analyses to support donor reporting and internal requirements, facilitating discussions, planning, and capturing lessons learned for upscaling.

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Regional WASH Officer
Thardeep Rural Development Programme (TRDP)
Jun 2017 - Oct 2018 | Jamshoro, Pakistan

Brief Summary of role and main achievements
Being a Regional Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Officer, my responsibilities included providing technical expertise and leadership in conducting assessments, designing programs, planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating WASH and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) activities. I also ensured effective coordination with governmental and other partner organizations, as well as led teams in two districts of Sindh.
The major achievements under this role; I achieved significant milestones by establishing and maintaining close coordination with the Local Government Department, PDMA, and PHED at the district level. I successfully built synergies with their programs under AAP and secured their support for program implementation. I prepared feasibility reports for Community Physical Infrastructures and conducted community surveys with the assistance of community organizations (COs) for drinking water supply schemes and sanitation facilities. Additionally, I estimated costs for maintaining existing schemes and for cash-for-work projects. I conducted supervisory and monitoring visits of schemes, engaged with local communities, and provided technical advice to enhance community participation. I facilitated key training events, including the training of trainers at the district and community levels, and delivered training sessions for CRPs, LSOs/VOs, and Masons, Entrepreneurs, Duty bearers, School Teacher/SMCs, and engineers. I ensured these trainings were conducted as per design and schedule. I also facilitated the orientation of district-level stakeholders (including PDMA, PHED, and Local Govt:) about their roles in the project. I provided inputs for the notification of District-level ODF Committees (PHED & Local Govt: and representatives from District Network of LSOs) and their training on quality assurance of the process and Post ODF monitoring. I facilitated WASH-related capacity-building events and activities, particularly for ODF villages, and enhanced the capacity of field teams to facilitate mapping of available water resources/courses through sanitary surveys to determine safe water sources, hazards to drinking water sources, and identify villages where water schemes (boreholes/hand pumps) needed construction/rehabilitation. Furthermore, I enhanced the capacity of project stakeholders to implement, monitor, and evaluate WASH interventions. I maintained coordination for the smooth implementation of WASH activities at the community level and represented the organization at WASH forums at the district level. I provided input in designing and developing operational manuals for WASH activities, conducted field visits, and provided technical assistance to field teams in seeking support from District Coordination Committees and Nutrition coordinators for the effective implementation of the relevant component. Lastly, I maintained coordination with WASH sector partners to seek their technical advice for program implementation.

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District Program Manager
Creative Associates International
May 2014 - May 2017 | Naushahro Feroze, Pakistan

Brief Summary of role and main achievements
Being a District Programme Manager, I led the comprehensive planning, management, implementation, coordination, procurement, team management, security, human resources, monitoring and evaluation, supervision, and representation of the program at the district level.
In my role as District Programme Manager, I achieved several key accomplishments. I developed and maintained strong coordination with key stakeholders in the district, such as the district administration, education department, and other relevant line departments. This ensured the successful and sustainable implementation of project initiatives. I managed in-service professional development activities in the district, including face-to-face training, follow-ups, and the rollout of TIG activities. I also ensured the provision of administrative and logistical support required for implementing program activities in the district. I led district-based staff in detailed weekly and monthly planning, including field travels and school visits, while adhering to quarterly, annual, and work plan targets and indicators. Under the guidance of the Technical Coordinator, I supervised district-based staff, including School Support Associates and an Admin. & Finance Officer, and appraised their performance as scheduled. I developed and submitted a monthly cash projection against program activities, supported district-based procurement as needed, and ensured the maintenance and updating of financial and compliance records. I also supported the district, provincial, and national offices in undertaking monitoring and data collection of work plan activities, and participated in various surveys conducted in the district. Additionally, I prepared and submitted district-level monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, and maintained updates to be shared with my supervisor and the provincial team regularly or as required. I compiled success stories from the field and undertook case studies to highlight the impact of the project. I worked closely with teachers, head teachers, and concerned education officers in preparing and implementing school/UC/Tehsil-based reading improvement plans and strategies, demonstrating a commitment to improving educational outcomes in the district.

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Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Research & Development Foundation
Feb 2013 - May 2014 | Hyderabad, Pakistan

Brief Summary of role and main achievements
Being an M&E Officer, my role encompassed providing comprehensive M&E support to project and field teams, ensuring the regular monitoring of project activities through data collection, analysis, learning, and action-taking. I was responsible for overseeing the overall monitoring and evaluation systems and procedures, as well as supporting the preparation of donor reports on project progress and assisting with new project proposals.
The major achievements under this role, I achieved significant milestones and played a key role in developing and maintaining a collaborative approach, which created value and maximized the impact of the project. I supported the program implementation team in developing project monitoring plans (PMPs) that detailed M&E requirements against set indicators. Additionally, I maintained systems and processes for effective M&E tracking, data collection, record-keeping, analysis, reporting, and knowledge management. I facilitated the planning and implementation of the project's baseline, annual evaluations, and end-of-project evaluation in coordination with relevant stakeholders. Regular visits to project sites allowed for direct observation to validate and verify data collected by partners and process monitoring. I also identified and documented success stories and case studies on extraordinary aspects of the project. Leading the Monitoring and Evaluation processes in consultation with the Manager, I suggested strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the project. This involved identifying bottlenecks in completing project activities and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such bottlenecks. Furthermore, I developed field monitoring tools that encompassed both quantitative and qualitative methods.

Education

Mehran University of Engineering & Technology
Masters, Masters in Science, Environmental Engineering and Management‎
Environmental Management
2014
University of Sindh
Masters, Masters in Arts, Sociology‎
Sociology
Grade B+
2010

Skills

Expert Good understanding of SPHERE standards
Expert Quality Assurance
Expert CLTS
Expert M&E frame work
Expert mgmt & analysis
Expert PATS
Expert Querying Language (SQ
Expert SLTS
Intermediate 4 Knowledge of Taxation
Expert 8D Problem Solving
Expert Ability To Analyze Problems
Expert Ability to demonstrate initiative & work well
Expert Ability to Interpret Complex Data
Expert Ability to plan and work within agreed timeframes
Expert Ability to understand and generate budgets
Expert Ability To Work In Multicultural Team
Expert Academic Research
Expert Accounts / Manager
Expert Accounts Administration
Expert Accounts Management Sklis
Expert Achievable Development Plans
Expert Achieve Project Results
Expert Achieve Results
Expert Adaptability Skills
Expert Adaptive Leadership
Expert Adaptive Learning
Expert Adaptive Management
Expert Administrative
Expert Administrative Skills
Intermediate Adobe Creative Suite
Intermediate Advisory Skills
Intermediate Advocacy
Expert Advocacy and Coordination
Expert Advocate of Teamwork
Expert Aesthetic Procedures Knowledge
Expert Agile Project Management
Expert Agile Testing
Intermediate Amin Management
Expert Analyse Data
Expert Analytic Reporting
Expert Analytical
Expert Analytical And Information Management
Expert Analytical Reports
Expert Analytical Review
Expert Analytical Skills
Expert Analytical Thinker
Expert Analyzing And Presenting Data
Expert analyzing market data
Expert Answering Inquiries
Expert Aseptic Technique Knowledge

Languages

Expert Sindhi
Intermediate English
Expert Urdu

Muhammad Contacts

Kamran Majeed Khan
Malteser International
Aamir Latif Siddiqui
Maxwell Stamp Ltd
Naveed Ahmed Lashari
Health and Nutrition Development Society
FAHEEM UDDIN KHUSHIK
ESSCA Lyon France