As a dedicated and results-driven professional, I possess a proven track record of success in community engagement, social mobilization, and program management. My passion lies in making a positive impact on vulnerable communities.
Throughout my career, I have worked with renowned national and international organizations in Sindh, including the International Rescue Committee, Human Appeal International, Women Empowerment Pakistan, and HANDS. This experience has equipped me with diverse expertise in project management, strategic planning, budgeting, team management, supply logistics, procurement, leadership, field monitoring, stakeholder management, partnership development, and capacity building.
My technical skills encompass nutrition, health, conditional cash transfer, WASH, food distribution, TVET, flood emergency response, early recovery, and rehabilitation. At the core, I possess strong leadership and communication skills, enabling effective program management and advocacy. I excel in engaging and motivating stakeholders, fostering innovative problem-solving, and promoting community volunteerism and outreach management.
With a background in education and experience coordinating community-based programs, I am confident in my ability to drive positive change and achieve impactful results.
District Field Supervisor, International Rescue Committee (Nov 2023 - sep-2024)
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement operational plans for health facilities and community sites in the district.
Train and support staff in creating nutrition sites for underserved populations.
Provide operational assistance and technical support for simplified CMAM protocols.
Ensure program guidelines are understood and implemented effectively.
Coordinate consistent education messaging for mothers in various community locations.
Collaborate on monthly activities and field visits with other sectors.
Compile monthly reports and contribute to stock plans for designated areas.
Conduct capacity-building training for project staff.
Facilitate integrated programming for community-to-facility communication.
Liaise with humanitarian actors and local authorities for CMAM protocol implementation.
Maintain records of education sessions and support received by mothers and children.
Deliver weekly activity reports and share monthly plans and reports with higher-ups.
Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Experience Summary:
Training Officer, Human Appeal International (March 2023 - Oct-2023)
Key Responsibilities:
· Efficiently plan and manage training events, encompassing trainer preparation, participant communication, and assembly of resource materials.
· Collect and centralize training data and evaluations, ensuring precise documentation of training results in report formats.
· Establish and sustain training environments, offering technical assistance during training sessions to guarantee smooth execution.
· Develop comprehensive training manuals for participants to enhance the learning experience.
· Conduct training sessions for field staff to equip them with the skills required for Train-the-Trainer (TOT) programs.
· Actively engage in training sessions, participating in role-playing and other designated responsibilities to enrich the learning journey for participants.
· Monitor all training activities in targeted areas to ensure their effectiveness and alignment with objectives.
· Compile reports on training activities, analyzing outcomes and making recommendations for improvement as needed.
· Maintain precise records pertaining to training occasions, encompassing schedules, participant rosters, reports, and visual documentation.
· Fulfill any additional responsibilities as necessary to ensure the triumph of training events.
Major Responsibilities
· Oversaw the distribution timetable and effectively communicated distribution details to recipients/beneficiaries through field staff and various communication channels.
· Provided crucial support and supervision to distribution staff, ensuring the seamless execution of program activities.
· Monitored food distribution operations to ensure adherence to timelines and guidelines.
· Implemented precautionary measures for organized distributions, including crowd control and queue management.
· Coordinated trucking arrangements and logistics, guaranteeing the timely delivery of commodities to distribution sites.
· Assumed the role of Team Lead, developing field plans for teams and conducting follow-ups on food distribution activities and progress reports.
· Supported the Project Coordinator in data compilation and report generation.
Major Responsibilities
· Oversaw and monitored all project activities within the district, ensuring their alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
· Conducted supportive monitoring of Community Health Supervisors (CHS), providing guidance and feedback to improve their performance.
· Facilitated and organized district-level coordination meetings with partners to enhance collaboration and streamline project implementation.
· Maintained active follow-up on field-level activities, addressing challenges and ensuring project milestones were met.
· Ensured the accurate and timely collection of monthly reports, consolidating data for analysis and reporting.
· Presented weekly reports to the District Project Manager, summarizing progress, challenges, and proposed solutions.
· Proactively reported any issues or concerns to the District Project Manager for prompt resolution.
From November 1st, 2019 to October 2020, I worked as a District Social Mobilization Officer at Women Empowerment Pakistan.
Major Responsibilities
· Supervised and monitored mobilization activities in the field, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
· Conducted supportive monitoring of Community Health Supervisors (CHSs), offering guidance and support for improved performance.
· Organized and led meetings with support groups to strengthen community engagement and empowerment.
· Ensured the establishment of support groups in every targeted village, fostering community participation.
· Managed and followed up on cases of Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) in children, collaborating with healthcare providers for timely interventions.
· Presented comprehensive monthly field-based progress reports to the project manager, highlighting achievements and challenges.
· Coordinated and facilitated meetings with Taluka Nutrition Assistants and CHSs to enhance project coordination and effectiveness.
· Actively resolved field-based issues to maintain project continuity and address community concerns.
· Orchestrated district-level coordination meetings with project partners to foster collaboration and align project efforts.
· Diligently reported any significant issues or concerns to the District Project Manager for resolution.
From January 1st, 2019 to October 31st, 2019, I worked as a Field Supervisor/team lead at Women Empowerment Pakistan
Major Responsibilities
· Provided effective supervision and guidance to a team of Community Health Workers (CHWs), ensuring their performance aligned with project objectives.
· Collected comprehensive monthly reports from CHWs, consolidating data for analysis and reporting.
· Conducted training sessions for CHWs, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out their responsibilities effectively.
· Monitored the treatment and care of severely malnourished children (SAM), collaborating with healthcare providers for timely interventions.
· Prepared and submitted monthly progress reports to the project manager, based on fieldwork findings and outcomes.
· Facilitated and coordinated meetings between Taluka Nutrition Assistants and CHWs to enhance project coordination and communication.
· Successfully established Mother Support Groups within the village, fostering community engagement and empowerment.
· Actively resolved any field-based issues among staff, ensuring the smooth execution of project activities.
From October 2010 to May 2011, I served as a Social Mobilizer at HANDS
Major Responsibilities
· Developed and executed comprehensive social mobilization initiatives within the designated community, fostering community engagement and participation.
· Established and managed a Health Management Committee to oversee and improve community health.
· Arranged regular meetings with the Health Management Committee to facilitate collaboration and effective decision-making.
· Ensured strict adherence to health and safety standards by implementing rigorous cleaning and hygiene practices at the camp or community site.
· Provided guidance and training on proper hygiene practices to camp residents, emphasizing the correct use of soap, water, and other hygiene products.
· Managed the safe and hygienic disposal of waste and sewage, minimizing environmental impact and health risks.