Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 26 years of experience, the expert has honed strong verbal and communication skills, along with proficiency in MS Office and IT. They have significant experience managing large training classes and providing mentoring in broadcasting journalism. Career highlights include leading projects with international donors such as USAID and the Global Affairs of Canada, focusing on media training and development. Notable achievements include initiatives aimed at reducing violence against women through radio programs and implementing agriculture-focused media projects. Responsibilities have included leadership roles such as Training and Mentoring Manager and Deputy Director of Media Training, showcasing a capacity for coordination and independent work.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors including USAID and the Global Affairs of Canada. Their involvement has encompassed project implementation and capacity building in media-related activities, with a focus on reducing violence against women and supporting empowerment initiatives. This work has been conducted on a national scale in Afghanistan, specifically with local radio stations and media partners. Additionally, they have contributed to projects funded by the US Embassy in Kabul, focusing on agriculture radio programs in Bamyan.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in diverse sectors such as community development, NGOs, culture and arts, education, training and capacity building, social development, public sector governance, organizational development, and marketing and media, the expert has held roles like Training and Mentoring Manager and Deputy Director of Media Training. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes using media to address social issues, such as violence against women, within Afghanistan. The work has predominantly been country-specific, with a strong focus on regional development initiatives in Afghanistan. Geographic experience includes extensive involvement in media training and sector development projects in Afghanistan, particularly in Kabul and Bamyan, providing a deep understanding of local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues. Their educational background includes studies in Tajikistan and Georgia, contributing to regional expertise.

Languages and education

With native proficiency in Persian-Dari and fluency in English, the expert also possesses language skills in Russian and Pashto, with basic knowledge of German. These language competencies have been utilized in diverse professional contexts, including collaboration with international teams and conducting training sessions in multilingual environments. The expert holds a Diploma in Hydro Amelioration from Dushanbe Polytechnicom in Tajikistan and has completed Russian language studies at Tbilisi University in Georgia. Their educational background is rooted in technical and linguistic studies, providing a foundation for their diverse professional career.