I have served in various Projects (Education, Gender, Inter-faith/peace-building, DRR/M, Community Mobilization, Health, WASH, small business/enterprinuers, women empowerment, MPCA, Relief and development etc.) at Managerial and ME positions in KPK, Sindh and Punjab provinces.
· Develop monitoring and evaluation framework,
· Result-based monitoring and evaluation tools, formats, checklists
· Produce monthly MEAL plan and report
· Monitoring the following projects ...
· URAAN, youth projects for skill training and small grants
· Poverty Reduction Project (PRP) interest free loan and women empowerment training and awareness raising
· Sustainable Livelihood project for women
· Women Leadership Project, awareness raising and small business development
· Post-distribution monitoring for Multi-purpose Cash Assistance project
· Rehabilitation of flood-affected women and communities
· Collect and analyze lessons learned and best practices from previous and ongoing programs
· Report writing of monitoring visit, internal evaluation, baseline, end line etc.
· Expansion & Revision of Maths lesson planner (for grade 3-4) from 5 to 8 months (to make it gender neutral) consultancy for Adult Basic Education Society (ABES) RWP. Feb-May 2022
· Trained and monitored the surveyors for third party evaluation of polio campaign coverage with Apex Consulting Pakistan July-Dec. 2021
· Trained Non-Formal and Formal School Teachers/Head Teachers/Education Managers of Bahawalpur & Yazman to Promote Child Rights in Cotton Farming Areas (CRCF) of Child Friendly Education (CFE) project funded UNICEF Project 2014
· Translation of Urdu Case studies in to English named “Silent Words” for New Light Aids Control Society, Lahore 2009
· A 3 days training workshop on Proposal Writing for CBOs and Church Leaders for AGAPAY network 2016,
· Training of United Methodist Education School teachers on Qualities of Good Teacher and Activity Based Learning Gunga Gali, Murree 2015
· Training of teachers on teaching methodologies for the teachers of special children Improving their reading and hand writing skills of Dorthiya Centre for Special Children 2014 Shahdara, Lahore
· United Methodist Education School system on Lesson planning and Blooms Taxonomy Nathiyagali, Murree in 2013
· Training Teachers on Multiple intelligence of St. Joseph High School Sargohda in 2011
· GCET, Lahore 2011 Training of Elementary Head Teachers on Introduction of CRC and Historical Perspective of CFS Lahore
· Training of GCET staff (Islamabad, Faisalabad, Talagang, Kasur) on Module 2 Active Learning follow up & reporting in the Pre-STEP Pakistan- project funded by USAID Aug 2010 - Jan 2011
· Article Writing Jul 1998 - Aug 1998 Critique on a poetry book ‘Zare Wich Khudai’
As a Trainer
work on Capacity building of field staff for third party evaluation (survey)
conduct Follow up and catch up sessions
Reporting of the training program
as a ZFM
Managing and providing support to field staff during fieldwork
Reporting of fieldwork
Allocation of staff
monitoring of fieldwork and addressing the field issues
· Marketing and managing advertising campaigns
· Conducting training for school teachers on professional development, syllabus books and resource kit
· Having meetings with school administration for McCallum books’ orientation
· Maintaining sales and purchase record
• Work on project \'\'diarrhea reduction through hygiene promotion and women empowerment\'\' the focus is on health and WASH interventions
• Established the monitoring and evaluation system in order to evaluate the project activities& response
• Prepared reports required for submission to donors and for the organisation internal decision-making
• Assisted the management in establishing a monitoring and evaluation framework and system to ensure effective implementation of the strategic plan and key programme initiatives
• Produced monthly, quarterly and annual monitoring and evaluation reports based on already agreed indicators
• Collect relevant and appropriate for quantitative & qualitative analysis
• Identify weaknesses and gaps in existing programmes and accordingly corrective measures to achieve ultimate organizational objectives
• Serve as Acting District Coordinator also
· Custodian of Channel of Hope (CoH) budget and child protection project
· Coordinator of inter-faith and peacebuilding
· Formulated strategy and plan for the Faith and development and integration across other projects
· Coordinated with the People and Culture (HR) department in establishing staff recruitment standards to ensure prospective employees\' spiritual commitment and assist in their orientation.
· Worked with management at Area Integrated Programme, national, regional and global levels to evaluate annual Faith and Development strategies and operating plans.
· Facilitated and attended regular Reflections and participated in other organizational and IPs events
· Participated in the project proposal and assessment process
Promoting child protection, family bondings, MHPSS and GBV in regard with religious teachings
• Conducted Training needs analysis for identifying the gaps in the performance of the principal • Developed the course content which meets the job performance of the principals • Developed relevant resources/tools for supplementing the delivery of the courses (guide books, video material, etc) • Developed and executed training using multiple strategies based on different learning styles and ability levels identified in the needs analysis • Designed training which meet the needs of blended learning and face to face modes. • Ensured proper dissemination of information between trainers, projects, school officers and principals • Coordinated between training and programs to ensure that organizational goals were met • Prepared quarterly reports on training’s status and progress • Developed whole training plan and budget • Applied principles of performance-based assessment to track the progress made by learners. • Visited project schools occasionally to provide feedback to principals and ensure training implementation • Created systems for resolving issues in a timely and efficient manner while making adjustments as needed • Facilitated through coaching and monitoring the development of the peer principals system • Conducted trainings and designed training material for other projects funded by UKAid, AusAid etc. • Conducted trainings with school principals and school officers on School Improvement Plan (SIP), Classroom Observation SWOT analysis, Data Analysis etc. • Designed training course module to develop & improve principals’ administrative and management capacities under the STAR Award funding
• As Regional Manager Education (RME) Gujranwala, Faisalabad and Sahiwal Divisions for Child Friendly School (CFS) project funded by UNICEF Pak.
a) Provided support to stakeholders and AIE field units at Provincial, Divisional and District level to promote Child Friendly School (CFS) concept.
b) Promoted public private partnership through conducting advocacy, networking, research, short training courses and publications.
c) Supported Project Staff in strengthening the CFS Model at district level where children have access to quality learning environment and demonstrate improved learning.
• Contributed in finalizing CFS Policy, Master Plan and replication throughout the province and budget planning
• Led the Field Staff in formulation of District Working Group (DWG) in each district of project by involving GCET Principal, EDO (Edu.), EDO (Health), DO (SW), DMO, TEs, District Focal Person, other NGOs representatives and DCO.
• Monitored and participated in Quarterly Progress Review Meetings with field staff at all level.
• Conducted different training workshops for Govt. College for Elementary Teacher (GCET), Public Private School Heads and Teachers, District Education Department (DED) Managers, District Teacher Educators (DTEs), Markaz Coordinators (MCs), NGOs officials and CFS Project Staff
• Led Field Stafffor developing ECE model classrooms (Kids Room)at Markaz, Tehsil and District levels to inspire and motivate other schools
• Led Field Staff for developing School Management Information Systems (SMIS) in Six Districts of Punjab
• Organised school children health screening at school level
• Arranged school staff trainings on DRR & DRM and devise School Safety and Preparedness Plan
• Advocated Child Friendly School Project on district and divisional forums of Gujranwala, Sahiwal and Faisalabad Divisions
• Ensured proper execution of CFS Project interventions by conducting regular project monitoring, evaluation and review in order to measure impact
• Produced and refined case studies/success stories collected from the field offices and visits.
• Performed proof reading and refinement tasks for quarterly newsletters & annual reports both in Urdu and English
• Involved in CFS concept replication, rollout and mainstreaming in Punjab
• Devised proposal and budget for other projects such as TARC Bullah Shah Paper & Board Mills (BSPBM) Kasur and PEN Pakistan etc.
• Conducted baseline survey for 5 adopted schools
• Developed system and procedures for new established Training and Resource Centre (TARC)
• Managed administrative, financial, logistic, HR, personnel training and monitoring affairs
• Coordinated with project donors and stakeholders such as, Bullah Shah Paper & Board Mills (BSPBM) Kasur, Pakistan. District Education Departments, School Heads& Community leadership
• Organised teachers’ training and school heads progress meetings
• Managed to extend technical support and coordination to different projects and donors during this tenure
• Provided Technical support in administrative, financial, logistic, HR, personnel training, monitoring and reporting to a Syedanwala Girls High School (SGHS), 5 Govt. Primary Adoption Schools Programme, Non-Formal School & Art and Craft Centre through Training and Resource Centre (TARC) Syedanwala and VSO Volunteers.
• Facilitated two British VSO Volunteers during their stay at Syedanwalaand ensured the fruitful employment of their skills and expertise for (SGHS), 5 Govt. Primary Adoption Schools Programme and TARC team progress
• Prepared and maintained data base of students progress and results for (SGHS)
• Coordinated with TARC Kasur,Sheikhupura and Rajanpurstaff and stakeholders for the Child Friendly School (CFS) Project execution and activities
• Coordinated with project donors and stakeholders such as, UNICEF, Babar Ali Foundation, Engro Foundation, District Education Syedanwala Hospital & Agricultural Farm, Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO), Departments & Community leadership
• Devised Syedanwala Girls High School five years up-gradation plan and budgets
• Prepared operational plans and budgets with the team
• Ensured transparent utilization of projects’ budget
• LedTARC team for the recovery and rehabilitation flood affected schools and establishment of TLCs in Rajanpur district in 2010
• Responsible and accountable for effective project spending according to the approved budget.
• Introduced Livelihood Skills through Art and Craft centre and school activities
• Promoted girls education and involvement in curricular and co-curricular activities
• Conducted trainings for field staff, school heads, teachers, Managers and VSO volunteers
• Worked as Resource Person with a USAID funded Pre-STEP project
• Conducted a needs assessment of 60 schools for adoption program
• Established a New Training and Resource Centre (TARC) in Khairpur Sindh
• Developed professional capacity of Local Human Resource based on needs analysis
• Provided Technical support in developing TARC administrative, financial, logistic, HR, personnel training and monitoring system and procedures
• Coordinated with project sponsors and donors such as, Oil and Mineral Venture (OMV) Pak. District Education Departments & Community leadership
• Established and maintained relationships with local representations of the Government and other community organizations
• Assisted CPDC summer programmes at AIE
• Conducted a needs assessment of 60 schools for adoption program
• Developed weekly, monthly and quarterly planning and progress reporting system
• Implemented timely work plan activities and achieved the planned and desired outcomes
• Conducted trainings for field staff, school heads, teachers and Managers
• Taught all subjects from KG to 5 class
• Managed school funds and resources as per Govt. Policy
• Coordinated with District Education Department
• Assisted inter and intra school events
• Kept school record in order
• Prepared school progress and other reports
• Served as examination staff in 5th and 8th board exams
• Served in General, Local Government Elections and 2002 Referendum as Assistant Presiding Officer and Polling Officer
• Served in household and population census as Enumerator& Supervisor
• Advocated TWO’s vision and mission
• Managed TWO funds and resources at regional level
• Coordinated with head office, guests and philanthropies
• Planed and arranged events at regional level (on social and human rights such as: child rights & labour, youth awareness and career counselling, poverty reduction, joint electoral etc.)
• Record keeping and report writing
• Organised inter-faith harmony programs
Irfan has ability to work as resource person in the field of development and his enthusiastic and professional approach toward planning and implementation of research and case studies related activities is excellent.