As the Project Coordinator and Head of Base for Karachi, this role involves extensive coordination and management of all project activities across multiple districts in Sindh. The responsibilities include maintaining close working relationships with government counterparts, including PDMA Sindh, relevant DDMAs, line departments, and working group members. The position requires overseeing field office operations, supervising a DRR field team, and coordinating technical consultants and experts to ensure smooth daily implementation of activities. This includes managing staff responsibilities for community mobilization, activity implementation, data management, monitoring, surveys, and other related tasks as per the project Implementation Plan (DIP).
Additionally, the role involves assisting senior management in decision-making, suggesting improvements in implementation methodology based on field evaluations, and ensuring the overall success of project activities. Regular field visits and coordination of consortium or donor visits are essential, as well as maintaining strong ties with local authorities, beneficiaries, and other humanitarian organizations. The role also includes responsibility for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) activities in close coordination with PDMA and DDMA, including the development of the Project Response, Disaster Management, and Contingency Plans. This position supports PDMA in improving its Emergency Response Unit, assists partners in disaster risk financing activities, and promotes research related to DRR to enhance the overall disaster resilience of the region.

In my capacity as Field Coordinator at Mercy Corps Pakistan since September 2022, I have spearheaded the coordination and leadership of the Flood Emergency Response in Sindh and Balochistan provinces. This role involves orchestrating immediate support to communities affected by floods, focusing on emergency response, WASH, cash programming, infrastructure, and health initiatives. I assume a pivotal position in delivering leadership, providing technical support, and offering guidance to the emergency program teams, collaborating closely with implementing partners.
Demonstrating a track record of accomplishment, I actively engage with Implementing Partners to ensure effective program implementation and capacity building. I contribute strategic inputs to Mercy Corps\'s inclusive response planning and serve as the organization\'s representative in internal, district-level/regional, and donor meetings. Noteworthy achievements include conducting comprehensive need assessments for diverse interventions, including WASH, health, NFIs, and cash support. This role has finely honed my skills in disaster risk reduction, project management, community development, conflict resolution, and humanitarian assistance within the dynamic landscape. Closely worked with PDMA and DDMA during the emergency and post-emergency situations.

In the role of Project Coordinator at Cesvi Pakistan, I spearheaded initiatives to strengthen community resilience against recurring disasters in Sindh. Leading and coordinating the Inclusive Hazard Vulnerability Assessment, I played a key role in designing and implementing community-led village-level DRR Plans, UC and District level DRR Plans, and Early Warning Mechanisms. My leadership extended to overseeing school-based DRR activities, including safety plans, and directed retrofitting and rehabilitation activities.
Central to my responsibilities was leading and assigning field staff for various project activities, ensuring effective community mobilization, activity implementation, and project monitoring. I actively contributed to the development of project reports, aiding senior management in decision-making based on field experience. Additionally, I engaged in establishing and maintaining contacts with relevant actors in the implementation process and represented Cesvi in essential cluster/working groups. My skills encompass disaster risk reduction, project management, community development, conflict resolution, and budgeting, highlighting my proficiency in the humanitarian sector. Closely worked with PDMA and DDMAs for participatory early warning mechanisms and early action. Top of Form

As the District Manager at IRC, I led the effective leadership and management of crucial projects funded by UKAID, SIDA, GFFO, and Unilever, such as Building Disaster Resilient Pakistan, Flood Emergency Response in Sindh, Global COVID-19 Response, COVID Response and Hygiene Promotion, and Scaling Up Cash Transfer Mechanism. My role involved ensuring the seamless implementation of program work plans with a strong focus on quality and security management at the district level. I actively facilitated strategic linkages between programs and operations, represented IRC at district-level coordination meetings, and engaged with local government officials, UN agencies, and other stakeholders.
In addition to providing leadership and encouragement to program and operations teams, I played a pivotal role in the recruitment and orientation of new staff, conducted capacity-building sessions, and managed staff performance through coaching/mentoring. I contributed significantly to finance oversight, including monthly budget vs. actual reports, transaction verification, and compliance follow-ups. My responsibilities extended to overseeing the procurement process, ensuring timely and quality reporting across program, finance, operations, and security, and actively participating in provincial senior management meetings. Closely worked with PDMA, DDMA, and district administration to strengthen communities. 

I held the position of District Program Manager for the Pakistan Reading Project (PRP), a USAID-funded initiative aimed at transforming education & early reading in Pakistan. My central role involved the continuous professional development of government teachers and education management playing a crucial part in the groundbreaking reading pilot—a revolutionary endeavor in the context of Pakistani education.
In this dynamic capacity, I cultivated and sustained robust collaborations with key stakeholders, including district administration and education departments.  My skill set encompasses project management, capacity building, conflict resolution, team management, and team leadership, showcasing expertise in driving successful education programs with a focus on assessment, education management, and continuous professional development.

In my role as the Regional Program Manager at the Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum (PFF- a right-based NGO), I actively contributed to the implementation and development of several projects, leading campaigns on water rights, peasant rights, and agrarian reform. Through strategic insights and collaborative efforts, I played a central role in shaping initiatives and policies that addressed critical issues such as human rights, water rights, and the restoration of freshwater lakes. My efforts involved conducting advocacy meetings, contributing articles, organizing community events, and participating in strategic platforms.
Additionally, as an integral part of the Core Team (CMT), I provided support in designing and implementing organizational policies. Working closely with the leadership, I ensured that policies aligned with the mission and goals of the PFF, further strengthening the organization's impact and effectiveness in advocating for the rights of fishers and peasants in Pakistan. Demonstrating adept leadership, I efficiently managed a sizable team of nearly 600 staff members. In the aftermath of the rain emergency in Sindh, I oversaw projects focused on education in emergencies and coordinated comprehensive rescue activities across different parts of the province. I also supported projects on service delivery, emergency response, sustainable livelihoods, and disaster risk reduction.

Planning and executing of project activities in three districts of North Sindh
Coordinating with district government and line department as per requirements
Preparing strategies for the proper implementation of activities
Providing day to day leadership and management
Supervising and supporting District Coordinators, IT and finance team
Preparing of monthly/yearly action plans and work plans
Monitoring of activities and ensuring proper implementation
Arranging and conducting training programs for the capacity building of field staff

During my tenure as the District Manager for the American Institutes for Research (AIR) under the USAID-funded ED-LINKS Project, I played a vital role in post-disaster school recovery efforts in targeted areas. My responsibilities encompassed providing day-to-day leadership and management for district-level programs, collaborating with the District Education Department for school rehabilitation, and teacher training initiatives & coordinating various aspects of the program. This project was designed to address the challenges in Pakistan's public sector education system, especially after the mega-disaster of 2010. My role expanded to preparing strategies for engaging School Management Committees (SMCs) in school rehabilitation work, overseeing rehabilitation, renovation, and construction activities, and implementing monthly/yearly action plans. Actively participating in capacity-building initiatives for all project staff, I ensured the proper monitoring and implementation of activities.
Throughout my tenure from September 2011 to May 2012 as the District Manager for AIR, I contributed significantly to the success of the ED-LINKS Project. I efficiently managed and coordinated various components, including teacher training and retrofitting, enhancing the quality of education in targeted geographical areas.

In my role as the Regional Program Manager at the Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum (PFF- a right-based NGO), I actively contributed to the implementation and development of several projects, leading campaigns on water rights, peasant rights, and agrarian reform. Through strategic insights and collaborative efforts, I played a central role in shaping initiatives and policies that addressed critical issues such as human rights, water rights, and the restoration of freshwater lakes. My efforts involved conducting advocacy meetings, contributing articles, organizing community events, and participating in strategic platforms.
Additionally, as an integral part of the Core Team (CMT), I provided support in designing and implementing organizational policies. Working closely with the leadership, I ensured that policies aligned with the mission and goals of the PFF, further strengthening the organization's impact and effectiveness in advocating for the rights of fishers and peasants in Pakistan. Demonstrating adept leadership, I also supported projects on service delivery, emergency response, sustainable livelihoods, and disaster risk reduction.

As the District Manager for the American Institutes for Research (AIR) under the USAID-funded ED-LINKS Project, my role involved contributing to the success of the Links to Learning Program. The initiative aimed to address the challenges in Pakistan's public sector education system, focusing on improving teaching methods, student learning outcomes, and the overall quality of education.
In collaboration with partners such as Aga Khan University and the Ministry of Education, the project focused on professional development for teachers, student learning improvement, and enhancing the learning environment. My responsibilities extended to implementing interventions that increased the capacity of institutions and individuals supporting teachers through in-service training. I actively worked with teachers and education officials to develop appropriate instructional materials, and learning tools, and enhance classroom-level factors in mathematics, science, computer science, and English. I played a crucial role in supporting teachers' groups for in-service training, the establishment of science, mathematics, and computer labs, the establishment of English clubs, and supporting head teachers and district management for the school improvement plans.

Providing leadership and Managing District team consist on twenty two members
Monitoring of field Staff and field activities
Conducting weekly trainings for MC’s/Field Staff
Coordinating with District Program Manger-Education
Facilitating to field staff to prepare work plan and ensure timely submission of work plans
Preparing Monthly progress Report and submit to GM/DPME
Ensuring joint planning and visits of MC’s along with ADO-E/SPE’s
Participating in monthly review meetings of Education department
Coordinating with line departments at district level

Democratized Education Management & Ownership (DEMO) Project, Funded by “Education Sector Reforms Assistance” “USAID”
Assisting Taluka Coordinator in day to day management
Managing Taluka team consist on twenty members
Preparing work plans for field staff
Monitoring of field Activities
Supervising of field staff
Facilitating to field staff in various ways
Communicating with local stakeholders & Govt: officials regarding to the requirements
Scrutinizing Grant Application
Preparing daily, weekly, monthly & analytical Reports according to the requirements of SIG
Trouble shooting at Taluka level for various field issues
Conducting refreshers/sessions on time to time for field team

Democratized Education Management & Ownership (DEMO) Project, Funded by “Education Sector Reforms Assistance” “USAID
Facilitating to community in preparation of SIP "School Improvement Plan" & SIG "School Improvement grant"
Arranging public gatherings and meetings with community
Conducting base line surveys
Assisting Taluka coordinator in project activities
Mobilizing to community for school ownership
Monitoring SMC's in grant implementation at different villages

Population Welfare and Planning Project, Funded by NATPOW
Assisting project team in day-to-day management of Population planning center
Assisting in project activities with the project team
Assisting in conducting the base line surveys
Purchasing of medicines and population planning material for the center
Mobilizing community to adopt population-planning policy
Arranging community meeting and other public gatherings

Fellowship School Program
Composed Seven books namely Scheme of work (Guide for Teachers)
Composed a book namely Health Manual for Community Supported Schools Program