Summary

As a seasoned project management professional with over 13 years of dedicated experience in the NGO sector, I bring a wealth of expertise in humanitarian programs, community development, and project management. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a keen ability to lead projects from inception to completion, consistently delivering impactful results.My proficiency spans various domains including project and program management, monitoring and evaluation, gender-based violence prevention, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), child protection, and life skills-based education. My adeptness in building partnerships, mobilizing resources, and collaborating with government departments and partner NGOs has been instrumental in ensuring project success and sustainability.I excel in conducting comprehensive project evaluations, needs assessments, and monitoring and evaluation activities, utilizing diverse data collection methods and tools. Moreover, I have a proven track record of aligning projects with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and facilitating policy dialogues on crucial issues such as reproductive health and gender-based violence.My approach to project management is participatory and consultative, emphasizing the importance of gender equality, cultural diversity, governance, child protection, and human rights. I am skilled in conducting research studies, including pre/post-KAP surveys, and adept at reporting to donors and stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability. Proficient in utilizing tools such as MS Office, KOBO/ODK, and data analysis techniques, I am committed to driving positive change and contributing to sustainable development in communities worldwide.

Projects

Annual Status Of Education Report(ASER Pakistan)
EVA -BHN
Democratic Local Governance (DLG)
Accelerated learning program

Experience

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Project Assistant
IOM-UN Migration
Jul 2024 - Present | Islamabad, Pakistan


Utilize START software for case management, processing, and data entry.
Conduct adjudication processes to ensure accurate and timely decision-making.
Perform quality control (QC) on cases to verify data accuracy and compliance with organizational standards.
Provide support to the team, assisting colleagues with tasks and sharing knowledge as needed.
Participate in relevant training sessions to stay updated on procedures, policies, and software use.
Carry out any additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor to support team and organizational goals.

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Qualitative Research Expert-Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS)
Precision Health Consultant (PHC) Global
Oct 2023 - Jan 2024 | Swabi, Pakistan


Conducted qualitative research, focus group discussion, interviews, observation, CAPI, CATI and documents analysis by using various data collection methods.
Succeeded in enhancing monitoring and evaluation procedures through expert application of qualitative research methods.
Effectively implemented diverse data collection tools and techniques to gather comprehensive insights.
Produced insightful analyses and reports to communicate findings effectively.
Analyzed and interpret data to evaluate the project outcomes/impacts and generate insightful funding reports regularly.
Enhanced project scope efficiency and contribute to valuable insights to inform decision-making processes.

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Venue Staff
British Council
Mar 2023 - Sep 2023 | Islamabad, Pakistan


Served as an accomplished Venue Staff to implement and manage safety protocols, emergency exit plans, assembly areas, and first aid procedures, and ensure a controlled response to emergencies
Ensured child protection, safeguarding, and floaters monitoring during exams to maintain a secure testing environment while supervising candidates during examinations.
Implemented child-safe collection procedures, enhancing the safety of exam candidates.
Designed effective seating plans as well as conducted ID checks for candidates to verify their eligibility for exams.
Executed gate checks to ensure exam security and prevent unauthorized access.
Oversaw the waiting area to maintain order and security during the exam process.

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Field Enumerator
UN-IOM
Oct 2022 - Dec 2022 | Peshawar, Pakistan

Project Name: Baseline Mobility Study (BMS) & Community-Based Needs Assessment (CBNA)

Achieved bottom-line results by leading surveys, gathering key qualitative/quantitative information, and recording responses from individuals and organizations.
Built synergies with stakeholders including government officials to identify community needs-based assessment.
Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of survey progress and completion while using the data app and KOBO.

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Field Associate
Precision Health Consultants (PHC) Global Pvt. Ltd
Aug 2022 - Oct 2022 | Mardan, Pakistan

Project Name: TCV (Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine) Mass immunization Campaign, advocacy, and communication TA implementation, and implementation phase III (Health)

Set a benchmark of excellence by creating, executing, and validating micro and community engagement plans.
Developed needs assessments, surveys, and research protocols and trained data collectors and study implementers to achieve desired results.
Held full accountability for area profiling, monitoring and evaluation, advocacy, social mobilization, GBV, refusal cases coverage, and timely engagement of stakeholders in TCV (Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine) campaign.

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Program Officer
Khpal Kore Organization
Jun 2019 - Jun 2022 | Mardan, Pakistan

Project Names: FEMPOWER | SDGs Watch Pakistan Program | COVID-19 Emergency Program

Developed and strengthened long-term working relations with project partners and offered robust technical support, coaching, listening, and empathy throughout implementation to grow the organization’s network.
Skillfully examined and oversaw progress/final project reports and delivered feedback to project leaders to support participatory development practices while assessing every project for growth and sustainability.
Collected and analyzed project data and prepare promotional materials, publications, events, and other reports. Upheld a finger on the pulse of articles, literature, events, conferences, and trending news related to projects.
Assured internal coordination programming through close collaboration with development and operations teams.

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Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Khpal Kore Organization
Dec 2018 - May 2019 | Mardan, Pakistan

Project Name: Annual Status of Education Report (ASER Pakistan) (Short-term Project)

Created, oversaw, and executed the M&E activities and outputs of the project as well as utilized numerous M&E tools to collect key information.
Offered strategic direction, guidance, advice, and technical assistance to the staff in examining project Scope, reviewing LFA, and ensuring smooth running of the project and activities
Delivered first-rate assistance to the Project Manager in producing quarterly/annual reports on project progress.
Created and retained MIS reports of the project promptly.
Performed field visits to monitor and check the quality of records while assuring the accuracy of records.
Facilitated management workshops and training programs, creating reports, and controlling costs.

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Accelerated Learning Program Officer
Idra-e-Taleem-o-Aghahi
Nov 2017 - Nov 2018 | Mardan, Pakistan

Project Name: Accelerated Learning Program

Achieved objectives by organizing an enrollment campaign and overseeing the project smoothly in District Mardan.
Played an integral role in the development and management of organization programs, such as recruitment, hiring, staff development, project management and implementation, and everyday management of activities
Succeeded in developing long-term partnerships with CSOs, line departments, and community organizations to raise funding, expand resources, and educate the public about the work of a particular foundation.
Identified, examined, and resolved complex issues in the project while enrolling 1200 school children in various government schools and developing the learning skills of 1600 children.
Organized various events as well as conducted meetings with government officials and LG members.

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District Coordinator
Step Towards Empowerment of People (STEP)
May 2013 - Oct 2017 | Mardan, Pakistan

UJALA Project

Formulated project-related narrative, financial, and routine reports while administering financial planning, controls, and utilization of the project budget.
Assured teamwork and capacity building of the local field staff in District Mardan-related project components and protection-sensitive programming.
Interacted with stakeholders to identify potential crises, examine challenges to the project scope, devise contingency plans, and track timelines and milestones of the project.
Improved capacity of decision-makers, young people, women, and marginalized groups to make safe and informed decisions about their health and learn skills.
Enhanced quality of data and education to stop gender-based violence, early-age marriages, child abuse, stigma, discrimination, and attitudes related to reproductive health toward young people, women, and marginalized groups.
Raised the capacity of civil society organizations while maintaining policy dialogue and supervising reproductive health education, Gender Violence (GBV) information, and Youth Friendly Health Services (YFHS) interventions in civil society organizations within the country.

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Teacher
Oriental Public School (OPS)
Mar 2010 - Apr 2013 | Mardan, Pakistan

Education

University of Peshawar
Masters, Masters in Arts, master‎
Political Science
2010
University Of Peshewar
Bachelors, Bachelors in Arts, ‎
Sociology And Political Science
2006

Skills

Expert Quality Assurance
Expert 360 Assessments
Expert Ability to Interpret Complex Data
Expert Ability To Lead the Team
Expert Ability to Maintain Professionalism
Expert Ability To Meet Deadlines
Expert Ability to Promote a Positive Image of the Bank
Beginner Ability To Think Creatively
Expert Ability To Work In A Multicultural Team
Expert Ability To Work Under Pressure
Expert Academic Administration
Expert Academic Coordination
Expert Academic Databases Management
Expert Academic Program Development
Expert Academic Research
Expert Access and Engagement
Expert Accountability
Expert Accountability Mechanism
Expert Accounts Management Skills
Expert Accounts Receivable Command
Expert Activity Coordination
Expert Adaptability
Expert Adaptable to Changes
Expert Adaptive Leadership
Expert Adaptive Learning
Expert Administration
Expert Administration Knowledge
Expert Administration of Financial Management
Expert Administration Skills
Beginner Administrative As stance
Expert Administrative Management 
Expert Administrative Meetings Management
Expert Administrative Skills
Expert Admirative Assistance
Expert Admission Management
Expert Adoptability and flexibility
Expert Advance Level Social Mobilization And Advocacy
Expert Advocacy
Beginner Advocacy & Campaigning
Expert Advocacy and Coordination
Expert Advocacy skills
Expert Advocate of Teamwork
Expert Affiliate Networks
Expert Agile Project Management
Expert Agricultural Assessment
Expert Agricultural Extension
Expert Agricultural Research
Expert Agriculturist
Expert Agronomy Knowledge
Expert Alliance Building

Languages

Intermediate Punjabi
Expert Urdu
Expert Pashto
Expert English

Companies Followed

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Rafi Contacts

Muhammad Aslam
Management Systems International
Karrar Haidar Malik
Save the Children