I am a seasoned Project/Program Manager with over 20 years of dedicated experience in project management across both public and private sectors. My expertise lies in ensuring strict compliance with regulatory standards and overseeing diverse projects, particularly in the realms of water and sanitation, technical advisory, permits and licensing, maintenance, and repairs. My career highlights include designing and implementing effective social mobilization and communication plans, emphasizing community engagement, and successfully leading district-level teams to meet donor requirements.
Throughout my career, I have excelled in stakeholder coordination, team leadership, and training, demonstrating a proven track record in navigating financial intricacies and securing crucial approvals for projects. I am adept at leading high-stakes meetings with government officials, showcasing my ability to advocate for policies and obtain necessary approvals. My hands-on guidance ensures the strategic execution of social mobilization activities, contributing to the overall success of projects. My comprehensive knowledge spans various areas, including WASH, CLTS, PATS, food security, monitoring and evaluation, disaster management, nutrition, livelihood management, emergencies, and health sector coordination.
In summary, I bring a wealth of experience, a strong commitment to regulatory compliance, and a proven ability to lead successful project implementations, making me a valuable asset in the field of project and program management.
Heading all Programmes of the Organization including Administaration, Finanace and Coordination
· Coordination with relevant Government Departments for getting approval/NOC of the initiating the project in Thatta District.
· Meetings with community leaders for disseminating the information regarding the importance of the project for the area and smooth start of project.
· Led the development and execution of CSR strategies aligned with the company's values, business goals, and stakeholder expectations, focusing on areas such as education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and community development.
· Conducted stakeholder mapping and engagement activities to identify key community needs, priorities, and partnership opportunities, ensuring that CSR initiatives address relevant social issues and contribute to positive social change.
· Established and managed partnerships with local NGOs, government agencies, and community-based organizations to leverage complementary strengths and resources, maximize impact, and promote sustainable development.
· Designed and implemented community development projects, volunteer programs, and employee engagement initiatives that empower communities, build local capacity, and promote social inclusion, diversity, and equity.
· Designed and implemented community development projects, volunteer programs, and employee engagement initiatives that empower communities, build local capacity, and promote social inclusion, diversity, and equity.
Managing of overall programe activities, Donors meetings, proposal writing.
Responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and projects. Develop or approve budgets and operations.
Hire and supervise new program managers for projects.
Report detailed status updates to leadership and executive team.
Apply change, risk, and resource management principles when needed.
Work with leadership to set strategic goals and objectives for programs.
Assumed and maintained liability for documenting and submitting success stories to the BISP regularly. Delivered strategic direction, guidelines, and inputs to create social mobilization and communication guidelines for BBCs. Oversaw mobilization activities for enrollment and advocacy campaigns to address supply-side needs and promote school participation for enhanced educational outcomes. Performed field visits to target districts, examine ongoing social mobilization and communication activities, and offer on-the-job support and guidance to district teams.
Highlights
Succeeded in developing an impactful social mobilization and communication strategy to strengthen community groups and enhance parental engagement for out-of-school children's enrollment and retention.
Raised the visibility of the project’s activities on Facebook, Twitter, other print, and electronic media by strengthening robust working relations with concerned media organizations
Ensured effective implementation of social mobilization activities for optimal outcomes while guiding and directing district-level teams
Positioned as a Project Focal Point for the cluster (District Thatta & Sujawal) and represented MCHIP interests at cluster level public and professional circles through meetings, conferences and presentations.
Achieved desired results while coordinating with Deputy Commissioner, Cluster Coordinators HSS, District Health Officer, MCH Program Partners, DPWO, Regional and District Managers PPHI, MNCH Focal Person, DC LHW Program, and Social Welfare Officers.
Actively engaged in district coordination meetings for USAID's MCH program to deliver project progress to the management. Interacted with MCH partners to deliver guidance for the project's effective implementation and success. Received monthly work plans from the district team and provided technical support for seamless execution of project activities.
Highlights
Functioned in close collaboration with the TRDP's District Project team and MHCIP District Coordinator to prearrange project activities and ensure team involvement throughout the planning process.
Guaranteed timely release of healthcare providers for participation while facilitating coordination with provincial and district-level health sector stakeholders for planning training events.
Generated, retained, and submitted high-quality monthly and quarterly progress reports to RSPN's Social Sector Specialist as per the donor's format.
Designated as the focal person for USAID's TAHAFUZ and HSS projects and examined work plans, budgets, and performance to ensure the timely submission of accurate financial reports for comprehensive project management. Devised the project in accordance with project implementation plans and inception report.
Highlights
Directed the successful implementation of diverse projects while showcasing effective leadership in achieving program objectives and goals.
Trained and led a high-performing team of four mangers to manage health and education projects and meet the organization objectives, while staying within budget.
Key Projects
Water and sanitation project in Tharparkar by PPAF
CMAM (Community Management of Acute Malnutrition) Project by UNICEF in two districts.
CLTS (Community Lead Total Sanitation) by UNICEF
FALAH (Family Advancement for Life and Health) project by USAID and Population council in one District.
Malaria Project funded by GFATM (Global Fund against Tuberculosis and Malaria) in one district.
HIV/AIDS Project by NOVIB, Sungi and TRDP joint venture in one District.
Emergency Health project in Flood affected areas such as CMAM, Mobile camps, Health and Hygiene sessions, MCH activities
Performed needs assessments, conducted technical feasibility studies, created detailed engineering designs, prepared BOQs, and identified improvements for ongoing WASH projects. Interacted with UN-Habitat and partners to resolve technical issues related to WASH programme implementation while guiding the community organizations. Shared expertise in WASH programs and construction activities with UN-Habitat staff and partners to enhance technical knowledge and skills. Positioned to organize training and orientation of community organization and partners on determining technical issues. Helped WASH emergency relief and reconstruction projects by integrating elements of DRR into regular WASH programmes.
Highlights
Contributed to developing efficient monitoring and reporting systems, and establishing communication materials and strategies for enhanced project coordination and transparency.
Served as the WASH Coordinator and optimized UN-Habitat WASH projects to ensure top-tier water, sanitation, and hygiene services.
Offered strategic direction, technical leadership, and assistance while overseeing reviews and evaluating design in WASH projects for enhanced implementation and effectiveness.
Acted as UN-Habitat's representative at national and regional WASH forums, contributing to relevant discussions and fostering collaboration.