Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 22 years of experience, the expert is highly skilled in humanitarian aid, procurement, and program management. With a strong ability to work with international donor agencies, government, and NGOs, they excel in budgeting, program implementation, and strategic planning. Career highlights include managing multi-million dollar projects, providing education to thousands of children, and developing strategic plans for various institutions. Previously held roles such as Executive Director and Operations Director demonstrate their capability to lead teams and build partnerships in complex environments.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated extensively with international donors such as USAID, World Bank, DFID, and UNDP. Their involvement encompasses project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in key sectors like governance, education, and disaster management. They have managed national and regional projects in Afghanistan, focusing on initiatives like the Afghanistan Financial Management Information System and the Community Based Disaster Risk Management project. Responsibilities have included developing strategic plans and enhancing the capacity of institutions such as the Afghanistan Institute of Banking and Finance.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors including humanitarian aid, procurement, public administration, human resources, and program management. They have held significant roles such as Executive Director, Operations Director, and Program Director, leading projects and strategic initiatives. Their interdisciplinary expertise involves integrating disaster risk management into community development and capacity building in governance and education sectors. The expert has primarily operated in Afghanistan, contributing to national and regional development through collaboration with international donors and local institutions. They possess deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, demonstrated through successful project implementation in provinces like Kabul, Nangarhar, and Samangan.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual communication, the expert is fluent in English, possessing excellent written and verbal skills. They also have proficiency in Pashto, Dari, and Urdu, which have been effectively utilized in multilingual teams and international project settings. These language competences have supported their roles in diverse environments, facilitating effective communication and collaboration in various international and local initiatives. The expert holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with specializations in Project Management and Human Resource Management from Preston University, Islamabad, Pakistan. Additionally, they earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from The Global Open University, Delhi, India. Their educational background is further supported by diplomas in information technology from the Adorn Institute of Computer Science and in business administration from KanonElmeMoasar, grounding their expertise in business administration and project management.