Summary

More than fifteen years of progressive professional experience in UN (UNFPA, WFP, UNDP) while as UNICEF, UNOCHA Third party contracts) and I/NGO sectors in project cycle management, monitoring & evaluation, Humanitarian Coordination, behavior change communication in both development and humanitarian contexts. In terms of thematic areas, substantive experience in reproductive health including family planning, HIV AIDs, Nutrition, Polio, Gender based violence, nutrition, social mobilization, WASH and education. Engage with and providing technical assistance to the relevant government institutions– Maternal Neonatal and Child Health Programme, Population Welfare Department, Director General Health Office, Provincial Aids Control Programme, and Lady Health Workers Programme in Sindh and Balochistan Provinces. Maintain strong functional relationships with national/international NGOs, and UN Agencies under one UN Programme framework as part of Delivering as One (DaO).Major Areas of Specialization 1. Programme and ME (RBM Approach) 2. Programme cycle phases (Planning, Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation and Audit) 3. Social Mobilization / Behavior Change Communication in Education, Health, FP, Nutrition, WASH 4. Result Based Management (Logical framework analysis) 5. Environmental scanning 6. Good Communication and Networking with Government, NGOs/INGOs/Donors and other development partners and GBV actors 7. Capacity building of Implementing Partners 8. Understanding dynamics of Social Cultural Context of Pakistan 9. Implementation of different tools and techniques such as KAP Survey, PRA tool, transit walk, FGDs and LSBE Advocacy Mapping 10. Advocacy related to different policies at UNFPA/p/div

Projects

Marie Stopes Society
Country Prorgamme 8

Experience

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District Coordinator -UNOCHA (Third party Contract)
PEOPLE Pvt. Ltd.
Aug 2024 - Jan 2025 | Hyderabad, Pakistan

During Humanitarian Emergencies:
1.      Data Collection:
o   Assist the DDMAs in collecting data during emergencies, including information on damages, casualties, resource needs, and gaps.
o   Ensure data is shared promptly with the Provincial ISCG for coordinated response efforts.
2.      Needs Assessment:
o   Initiate and support needs assessment missions in the district and affected areas to identify urgent requirements and gaps.
3.      Meeting Facilitation:
o   Organize and facilitate DDMA meetings by developing agendas, drafting meeting minutes, and following up on action points.
o   Ensure that meeting outcomes are communicated to all relevant stakeholders.
4.      Weekly Updates:
o   Share weekly updates on progress and current needs. Ensure the Provincial ISCG is informed about humanitarian needs.
o   Maintain regular communication with the OCHA Focal Point to align district-level activities with provincial strategies.
5.      Support to Government and Organizations:
o   Assist government and humanitarian/development organizations in response efforts, including support for internally displaced people (IDPs) and their return.
o   Promote accountability to affected populations (AAP) by ensuring their needs and feedback are considered in response planning and implementation.
During Non-Emergency Periods:
1.      Development Activity Review:
o   Conduct regular reviews and monitoring of ongoing development activities within the district. Establish and maintain communication with all line ministries at the district level.
o   Ensure development activities are aligned with resilience-building goals and address the underlying vulnerabilities of communities.
2.      Communication and Coordination:
o   Regularly inform the RC Provincial Coordinator and the PPT Chair about any challenges or successes encountered in the district. Collaboratively identify solutions to overcome obstacles and build community resilience.
o   Facilitate communication between district-level stakeholders and provincial coordination mechanisms to ensure a cohesive approach to development and disaster preparedness.
3.      Ongoing Humanitarian Issues:
o   Support government efforts in addressing ongoing humanitarian issues, such as drought. Build the capacity of government focal points on coordination and emergency response preparedness.
o   Promote sustainable practices and resilience-building initiatives to mitigate the impact of future emergencies.
4.      Resilience Building:


Develop and implement strategies to enhance the resilience of communities against future emergencies, including disaster risk reduction and preparedness initiatives.

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Social and Behavior Change Officer
ASK Development (Pvt) Ltd
Jun 2023 - Dec 2023 | Hyderabad, Pakistan

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Social and Behavior Change Officer
ASK Development (Pvt) Ltd
Jun 2023 - Dec 2023 | Hyderabad, Pakistan

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National Programme Associate
United Nations Development Programme
Nov 2021 - Jun 2023 | Islamabad, Pakistan

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Field Coordinator/Monitoring Assistant
United Nations World Food Programme (UNWFP)
May 2021 - Nov 2021 | Mirpur Khas, Pakistan

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Field Coordinator / Monitoring Unit
United Nations World Food Programme (UNWFP)
Oct 2020 - Mar 2021 | Jamshoro, Pakistan


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Programme Coordinator Sindh
DGHSS- UNFPA
Oct 2019 - Jun 2020 | Hyderabad, Pakistan


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District Coordinator
Local Government, Govt of Sindh
Feb 2019 - May 2019 | Karachi, Pakistan

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Programme Assistant
United Nation Population Fund UNFPA
Jul 2013 - Nov 2018 | Karachi, Pakistan

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BCC Coordinator /Accountability Focal Point
Merlin
Jul 2011 - Aug 2012 | Badin, Pakistan


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Health &Hygiene Promotion Officer
Care International in Pakistan
Feb 2011 - Jun 2011 | Dadu, Pakistan

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Senior Officer Community Moblization
Save the Children
May 2009 - Aug 2010 | Dadu, Pakistan

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Incharge Client Services -Center Manager
Marie stopes Society
Oct 2008 - May 2009 | Dadu, Pakistan

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Education Promoter
Indus Resource Center
Oct 2003 - Mar 2005 | Dadu, Pakistan

Education

Federal Urdu University of Arts, Sciences and Technology
Masters, Masters in Business Administration, MS/MBA‎
Business Communication, Economics & Mathematics, General Management
CGPA 3.2/4
2018
University of Sindh
Masters, , Masters in Economics‎
Quantative economics
Grade B+
2006
University of Sindh
Bachelors, Bachelors in Arts, Graduation Degree‎
Political Science
Percentage 60%
2004
SBTE
Diploma, Information Technology‎
Individual Project
Completed
2001

Skills

Expert Good understanding of SPHERE standards
Expert Ability To Work In Multicultural Team
Expert Admin Task Management
Intermediate Analytic Reporting
Intermediate Analytic Thinking
Expert Analytical Review
Intermediate Analytical Skills
Expert Annual Planning
Expert BBQ Knowledge
Expert Budgeting
Intermediate C++ Knowledge
Expert Capacity Building
Intermediate Child Abuse Protection
Intermediate Child Protective Services
Expert Communication and Moderation Skills
Expert Communication Skills
Expert Community Engagement
Expert Compliance Reporting
Expert Configuration Switches
Intermediate Conflict Management
Intermediate Control Room Operations Handling
Expert Coordinate Meeting
Intermediate Counselling
Intermediate Customer Service Skills
Expert Data Analysis
Intermediate Data Collection
Intermediate Data Management
Intermediate Data Monitoring
Intermediate Data Research
Intermediate Database Impact
Expert Database Management
Expert Dental Equipment Knowledge
Intermediate Disaster Management
Expert Donor and Partnership Management
Intermediate Donor Engagement
Intermediate Effective Communication Skills
Expert EFFFICIENT IN COMPUTER SKILLS
Expert Emergency Response
Intermediate End to End Sales
Expert environmental scanning
Expert ERP System
Expert ERP System Familiarity
Intermediate Evaluation Skills
Expert Evaluation and Implementation
Expert Evidence-based Design
Expert Family Planning
Intermediate Finance Administration
Intermediate Fluent in English
Intermediate Front Line Leadership
Expert Gender Analysis

Languages

Beginner Arabic
Intermediate Saraiki
Expert Sindhi
Expert Urdu
Intermediate English

Sajida Contacts

Abdullah Channa
United Nations Development Programme
Muhammad Waseem Waseem
National Rural Support Programme (NRSP)
Muhammad Armaghan
United States Pharmacopieal Convention