Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 17 years of experience in the social sector, the expert specializes in project management, capacity building, and social mobilization. Key qualifications include financial management, monitoring and evaluation, and coordination with government bodies. Career highlights include leading projects funded by international donors, establishing vocational training centers, and disbursing PKR 700 million in community investment funds. Previously held roles such as Project Manager and District Manager involved overseeing large teams and ensuring successful project implementation in health, education, and poverty reduction.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the European Union, UNDP, UNICEF, USAID, and the International Trade Center. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building across thematic areas like health, education, and vocational training. These projects, funded by international donors, have been implemented at regional and national levels, particularly in Sindh, Pakistan. Worked across diverse projects like GRASP and SUCCESS, focusing on community economic strengthening and poverty reduction.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across key sectors such as poverty reduction, environment and climate change, health, education, women empowerment, and WASH. Responsibilities have included project management, capacity building, and social mobilization. The expert has cross-cutting expertise in integrating disaster risk reduction into sector programming and applying financial management in development initiatives. The geographic scope of work is primarily in Sindh, Pakistan, where the expert has led regional projects and collaborated with local and international stakeholders to drive sustainable development and community empowerment. Extensive experience in Sindh has fostered a deep understanding of local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, focusing on poverty reduction and community development.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is fluent in English, Urdu, Punjabi, and Sindhi, and has an understanding of Siraiki and Balochi. These language skills have been utilized in various contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams, enhancing communication and coordination in diverse environments. The expert holds an MSc in Anthropology from Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan, and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Sindh, Pakistan.