I am an accomplished Community Development Executive credited with +16 years of experience developing and delivering highly valued projects/interventions with world-known organizations including European Union (EU) and International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) as well as other development agencies, INGOs, CBOs, and government organizations, ministries/departments at the federal, provincial or district levels as well as community level interventions focusing poverty graduation, women empowerment, building inclusive community development institutions, advocacy, livelihood development, disaster risk reduction, financial inclusion, health insurance, public health, and education. Successfully managed multiple development, research, and evaluation projects and consulting assignments funded by a variety of donors and authored and co-authored research reports.
My key skills include Project Management • Designing and Implementing Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research Frameworks • Strategies, and Assessment Tools • Leadership Skills • Team Building and Teamwork • Analytical Skills • Planning Skills • Stress Management • Multitasking • Conflict Management • Strong Report Writing • Proposal Writing • Communication Skills • Strong Monitoring, Evaluation & Research Skills • Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS)
My professional background and great industrial exposure coupled with an excellent track record makes me an ideal candidate for executive roles. As such I would welcome a discussion regarding opportunities with your organization that fit my background.
§ Lead the process of identifying and formulating key indicators to monitor and report tangible progress as per the work plan.
§ Architect MEAL strategies and frameworks, along with tools, for numerous projects spanning health, nutrition, education, food security, livelihoods, and emergency response.
§ Ensure absolute clarity in timelines, indicators, and responsibilities within the integrated framework.
§ Offer comprehensive guidance, counsel, and supervision for program-wide monitoring and evaluation endeavors.
§ Provide specialized expertise in devising, selecting, and implementing M&E processes and tools to gather data from public health facilities across four provinces of Pakistan.
§ Participate in the assessment and refinement of data collection methods and procedures to guarantee validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.
§ Supervise and meticulously oversee project activities, inputs, outputs, and outcomes, ensuring their continual alignment with project objectives.
§ Spearhead the development of Management Information Systems (MIS) for the country office in collaboration with a consulting firm\\\\\\\'s technical support.
§ Consolidate and present progress updates to the country office management.
§ Formulate Terms of Reference (TORs) and engage consulting firms for baseline studies and evaluations in both development and humanitarian initiatives.
§ Conduct and compile Rapid Needs Assessment reports for humanitarian and flood emergency response undertakings.
§ Exercise vigilant oversight over database establishment, data input, cleansing, verification, analysis, and the creation of visual aids such as charts and graphs.
§ Collaborate with partners to assess and analyze project progress reports, identifying issues and necessary actions within agreed reporting frameworks and deadlines.
§ Document methodologies, data sources, limitations, and guidelines, ensuring transparency and clarity in data compilation and analysis.
§ Champion the establishment and implementation of effective Complaint Response Mechanisms among consortium members and partner organizations from project inception.
§ Discern patterns and correlations in data, anticipating potential factors impacting key performance indicators.
§ Undertake field visits to ACT International field offices and public health facilities to assess progress, ensure compliance, and offer recommendations for enhancement.
§ Foster collaboration with partners, government bodies, and staff to facilitate quantitative and qualitative monitoring, supplying pertinent data for ongoing project evaluation.
§ Assist field personnel in collecting case studies and success stories, disseminating them internally and externally.
§ Review monitoring reports, evaluating their impact and identifying bottlenecks in project execution.
§ Ensure consistent submission of program performance reports adhering to Performance Management regulations and Logical Framework Analysis (LFA).
§ Collaborate in creating monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated data reports.
§ Assist in conducting site verification visits.
§ Organize and coordinate internal or external project reviews and evaluations as outlined in the project\\\\\\\'s MEAL plan.
§ Identify, analyze, and synthesize lessons from program implementation, integrating them into the activity development cycle.
§ Empower partners with skills in data collection tools, entry interfaces, and maintenance of supporting documents.
§ Maintain close liaison with consortium members and partners to foster positive collaboration.
§ Plan and facilitate Learning Workshops involving internal and external stakeholders.
§ Establish and curate a knowledge management system for projects, housing critical documents, tools, reports, and program information.
§ Host learning events and workshops to document lessons learned, best practices, and areas for enhancement.
§ Develop a centralized projects database at the Country Office, aligning it with ACT International\\\\\\\'s central database and key project performance indicators.
Career Trajectory
Sr. Programme Manager || ACT-International || Nov 2022 – Present