SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE KEY SKILLS
Program/project Management Over 15 years rich experience of working at senior positions in Family Planning Association of Pakistan as Director field programs with strong strategic planning and program management in SRH/FP and MNCH (advocacy, Community Participation, Service Delivery (static and mobile) and Capacity Building ) of fields staff, Undertaken various SRH/FP MNCH advocacy /activities (meetings with government high officials, parliamentarians, Policy makers, Development partners etc.) at the provincial/national level to highlight issues around SRH/FP and MNCH care control. Arranged and conducted series of provincial level seminars / review workshops/ policy dialogues and parliamentarian meetings for prioritization and implementation on action plan for SRH/FP MNCH care and control. Organized high profile health advocacy events / SRH Education Curriculum launching at Federal level involving federal ministers/health ministers, Media anchors, supreme religious scholars and other stakeholders. Established/managed of more than 50 service delivery outlets/clinics of SRH/FP and engaged about 35 local CBO's/NGO s for advocacy of SRH/FP information and services. Built capacities of more than 2000 volunteers of the different communities, 1470 religious scholars, 1334 service providers (LHVs, LHW's, CMW's and medic and Para medic staff) in SRH/FP and MNCH information and delivery of quality services to the marginalized and deprived communities. Promoted contraceptives sales through 1778 community based distributers (CBDs) and more than 1200 private practitioners/Drs in Islamabad Region (Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Chakwal, Wah Cantt, Gujar khan. Developed good relations with print electronic media and maintained data base and highlighted project progress and achievements in both mediums. Developed implementation plans and work-out budget details with line item provision for all projects to ensure smooth implementation in-line with projects objectives. Successfully managed the procurement and logistic supplies of medicines, contraceptives, equipments/instruments in the field, monthly work plan preparation of staff. Annual operational plan accomplished. Led and managed the project for deliverables and results with full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the projects, including project management, documentation and communication with stakeholders and for synergy. Worked with National and international organizations (e.g. Government of Pakistan, Family Planning Association of Pakistan (National NGO), Muslim Hands International (UK based INGO). CARE International in Pakistan, Oxfam Novib, and Mercy Corps. Monthly monitoring Plan designing preparation accomplished. Reporting both financial and narrative. Implemented wide range of donor funded projects (e.g. World Bank, KFW, UNICEF, JHU, Packard Foundation, IPPF, UNFPA, WPF, OXFAM, UNHABITAT, DFID, BMZ ,RAF,SIDA and Govt. of AJK) in diverse communities in a diverse socio-economic environment. Previously worked with Mercy Corps Pakistan under project Improving Chlorhexidine Advocacy for Newborns (i-CAN) as Provincial Project Advocacy Coordinator Punjab and Currently working with CHEF International as Programme Manager in Muzaffargarh.
Financial Management budget preparation of SRH/FP MNCH projects, awarding sub-grants, reporting, adhering financial policies of the organization, transparency and accountability, program/financial reviews of SRH/FP projects, overseeing the entire grants management functions of the MNCH and FP projects/programs, monthly monitoring visits to program development areas in social development sectors e.g. Reproductive health Family planning, education, women empowerment, community development ,emergency relief, livelihood, gender and poverty alleviation. Oversee award of subcontract and sub-agreements for consultancy services, research studies and implementing partners as per policy and procedure of organization to ensure efficiency, effectiveness in project implementations for the contributions. Supported in overseeing to all project funds are expended according to policies and procedures and to guide finance for necessary adjustments.
Leadership provided technical leadership of the various areas of SRH and MNCH program interventions and oversee the planning, technical coordination and implementation of projects and took new initiatives for program sustainability and designing new proposals through incorporating evidence based approaches and program learnings.
Project/program Development 10 years of experience at senior positions to formulate concept papers/proposals for new initiative/programs and continuation of existing projects for securing assistance to sustain operations. Created and implemented a strategic, long-term programmatic vision Need assessment, project identification situation analysis, designing/planning of proposals, analysis, budgeting, implementation ,monitoring evaluation of various projects of Sexual Reproductive Health and mother childs health
Capacity Building Developed Learning System Developed capacity building program of SRH/FP MNCH for field teams' in Advocacy, community participation, service delivery and M E and led a unit responsible for ensuring effective Participatory Program Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning systems of SRH and MNCH Projects/programs, program alignment with CAREs quality and accountability standards, development and maintenance of effective partnerships and learning across all programs.
Participatory Decision Making Participated in the decision making process of the organizations, briefed the strategic objectives of each project and implemented as per guidelines of the donors. Engaged other team players in decision making process, delegated, coordinated the operations of the technical services of FPAP and provided strategic program inputs and achieved program outcomes in accordance with the commitments/agreements signed with the donors.
Building relationship developed and maintained strong relationship with national and international partners (UNFPA, Deptt of Population Welfare, Health Department , Marie Stops, Green Star, local CBO,s civil society organizations ) of FPAP, CARE, MHI and WEG, and got funding for future sustainability of the organizations.
Monitoring Evaluation of SRH/FP MNCH Program/Projects Conducted regular field visits to supervise field staff and monitor activities to observe the working and implementation pace and progress in field and reported/briefed to the CD/CEO on the situation, found gaps and grey areas, suggested for improvements in the program. Maintained and accomplished quantitative as well as qualitative data of SRH/FP new clients, follow up clients, recorded nos of used contraceptives against both (New and follow-up), recorded CYPs of the overall program service outlets, program analysis, designed new approaches to enhance CYP, held meetings with SRH/FP beneficiaries, satisfied clients, recorded videos, prepared case studies, noted good practices and observed the program learnings and shared with CD. Ensured availability of high quality data for Care and FPAP Head office quarterly, bi-annual and annual reports.
Program Reviews Conducted mid-term and final reviews provided technical and programmatic support to program teams in FPAP MHI and CARE. Designed ToRs of the Reviews to assess the program efficiency, effectiveness, impact and sustainability
Program Evaluation Established an appropriate monitoring system and developed evaluation tools in FPAP, CARE and WEG to measure SRH/FP program impact and ensured the collection of data indicators agreed with donors, in coordination with the Research and Evaluation Department in FPAP and WEG. Conducted /organized nos of annual appraisal of program /project results as per established monitoring frameworks of FPAP, MHI and CARE international including WEG and reports on consolidated results.
Partnership Management Due diligence assessment completed of community based NGOs/CBOs and enrolled as IPs to work in SRH/FP MNCH advocacy, communication and service delivery sectors. strategic guidance to the IPs/NGOs and civil society organizations, implementing projects and sub-grants with civil society organizations and local NGO,s their capacity building in community development, proposal development, Report writing, program Quality and Accountability, Program implementation monitoring, financial management.
Donor Management good fund-raising of SRH/FP MNCH projects, representational, and coordination skills, timely reporting both financial and narrative, donor visit coordination and managing, conducting after action reviews, evaluations and sharing lesson learned among team and other stakeholders.
Coordination/Collaboration and Networking Worked with civil society organizations, coordination with local government, and citizens groups established networking and enhanced collaboration, build capacity for sustainability of the projects. Coordinated with technical departments of FPAP HQ to ensure that direction and supervisions are adhered to effectively and internal control maintained. Coordination and liaison established with public sector especially with Departments of Health and Populations, implementing Partners and Donors and maintained good working relations.
Contacts Establishment Established contacts with UNHCR, UNICEF, UNDP, OCHA and other INGOs representatives involved and represented in the emergency response, explore possibilities of funding and partnerships with UN and INGOs. Contributed to create a positive image and overall credibility of the FPAP,CARE international, Muslim Hands international and WEG, applied the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and external actors
Staff Management hiring project/program staff, motivating, capacity building, performance measurement, team building, empowering and supporting staff to work as a team. Managed large technical and administrative staff working in Head Office and at Regional offices, both small and large team ranging from (direct 31 and indirect 1200 since year 2000 to date. Identified staff requirement, guided and provided support in the requirement process of program staff and developed their training for effective contribution for the program as well as for the organizations.
Quality Reporting Prepared monthly/quarterly and annual progress reports/presentations and participated in review sessions with partners, donors, HQ and representatives of FPAP, CARE, MHI and WEG in international/national consultative meetings and platforms. Monitored the progress of donor funded program/projects of SRH/FP and delivered quality and timely progress reports of narrative and financial on quarterly/annual basis. Completed report writing process timely to meet donor requirement.
will be responsible for managing all aspects of the project. This includes, but is not limited to: 1. Program Management • Hire, manage and support project staff to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate evidence-based marketing and communications plans designed to increase the supply and demand for FP services and products, improve operational efficiency, and achieve project deliverables • Directly manage the program’s technical services department, comprised of the Communications, Quality Assurance, and M&E teams, implementing continuous performance management and technical capacity building • Ensure consistent use of evidence for program design and decision-making, including development of data collection tools, ensuring validity of data collected, overseeing research, evidence-based marketing planning, and regular program evaluation • Lead internal and external program planning and reporting, including joint annual work planning with Greenstar, donors, and the Government of Pakistan • Manage program staff performance, including routine feedback, regular supportive supervision, performance appraisals and capacity building • Offer guidance in development, implementation and management of evidence-based programming that is in line with organizational best practices, national health plans, and platform strategic plans • Create and manage project budgets • Meet all reporting requirements and donor deliverables • Coordinate with PSI headquarters to ensure that program activities follow best practices