Key skills and expertise

Bringing over nine years of experience, the expert is proficient in policy coordination, data analysis, project management, and international relations. Career highlights include leading national and international initiatives, such as developing a 3-year ICT Strategic Plan and coordinating the Afghanistan Technology Need Assessment with the UN. Notable achievements include organizing the Girls in ICT Day, which attracted over 400 officials, and managing the development of the Afghanistan e-Agriculture Strategy. Responsibilities have included contributing to 13 departmental policies and coordinating approximately 170 international conferences and events.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international organizations such as the UN, ITU, APT, and UNESCAP while operating in Afghanistan. The expert's involvement included coordinating activities related to ICT and governance sectors. Contributions to international development cooperation projects include the Afghanistan e-Agriculture Strategy 2018-23 and participation in regional initiatives like the Singapore Statement of the Asia-Pacific ICT Ministers 2019. The work has primarily focused on national and regional scales, emphasizing policy development, strategic planning, and capacity building.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in sectors such as gender and human rights, administration, fundraising and grant management, public sector governance, ICT and telecommunications, and organizational development, the expert has held roles in policy coordination, strategy development, and project management. The focus has been on digitalization in governance and ICT strategies. The expert has demonstrated interdisciplinary expertise in integrating technology into public sector strategies, primarily within Afghanistan, contributing to national and regional development initiatives. Extensive experience in Afghanistan has provided deep familiarity with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, including significant involvement with the Ministry of Communications & IT.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in English, with a Duolingo English Test score of 135/160, and possesses intermediate proficiency in French (B1 level). Native languages include Persian and Pashto. These language skills have been utilized in professional settings, coordinating with international organizations and working in multilingual teams, particularly in Afghanistan. This linguistic capability has been crucial for effective communication in policy development and international relations. The expert holds an M.A. in Economic Policies for Innovation and Digital Transition from Sorbonne University in France, focusing on cross-sector collaboration among innovative spaces. Additionally, the expert earned an M.A. in Public Administration and e-Governance from Sungkyunkwan University in South Korea, graduating in the top 1% of the class. The expert also possesses a B.A. in Business Administration and Management Science from Dunya University and a B.A. in English Literature from Kabul University, both located in Afghanistan.