Participated with the global team in the development of a multi-country project valued at 7 million euros, spanning across Ethiopia, Pakistan, and Kenya. So far, I have effectively generated new opportunities and sustained a steady income for our business pursuits around 8 million GBP. I have displayed exceptional leadership skills in mapping and gathering intelligence on funding prospects, establishing partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including INGOs, contractors, private sector entities, government institutions, and major donors such as WB, FCDO, EuropeAid/EIDHR, MFA Netherlands, and USAID. My astute support in identifying and pursuing restricted and unrestricted funding opportunities has been crucial in crafting high-quality concept notes, expressions of interest, and proposals that consistently meet donor standards. Moreover, my collaborative efforts with partners have proven to be instrumental in successfully mobilizing resources for education consortium under Education Cannot Wait. In addition, my expertise in program design and development through magenta process comprising of different stages from identification and capture planning to proposal planning, proposal development, pre-teaming agreements, contract negotiations, and implementation, has significantly contributed to program growth and success.

I was a member of the Global Grants Acquisition team, which operates from Germany. My primary responsibility was to oversee the grant identification, proposal development process, coordinate with sector experts to ensure the proposals are technically sound, integrate different proposal sections seamlessly, and upload them onto online proposal management software. Additionally, I was accountable for ensuring that grant reporting and compliance requirements are met to the highest standards.

I held a pivotal role involving close collaboration with the finance and logistics departments to oversee grant and contract management for projects in Pakistan. This encompassed establishing and maintaining efficient systems and processes, diligently updating the grant tracker, and ensuring the organization's compliance with contractual obligations. Furthermore, I represented MdM on various humanitarian platforms and served as a central point of contact for coordination with government agencies, the Pakistan Humanitarian Forum (PHF), and other stakeholders, including UN agencies. My role focused on enhancing communication, facilitating data sharing, and optimizing the implementation of humanitarian projects. Complying with project cycle guidelines, I was responsible for developing project proposals and effectively managing grants for a diverse range of donors, including AFD, GFFO, GAC (HC), ECHO and DG-INTPA. In close collaboration with the Head of Mission, I contributed to the formulation of the country strategy for the period 2022-23. Additionally, I took charge of coordinating consortiums and donor reporting under ECHO HIP, while also playing a key role in the release of humanitarian snapshots, situational reports (sit-reps), and emergency updates. Managing reporting, cultivating donor relations, and overseeing the expansion of MdM's grant portfolio in Pakistan were also integral aspects of my responsibilities. In my capacity as a Grants Officer, I made substantial contribution to the development of a successful 9-million-euro project for Afghanistan and Pakistan, funded by GFFO. This endeavor involved close collaboration with the global team, and our joint efforts were pivotal in its success.
 

Overall responsible for Project/Programme Development, Donor Relations, Funding and Partnerships. 

Established and Managed the Hashoo Humanitarian Program and overall Business Development for the organization.

Managed Partnerships for Somalia, Yemen and Syria response through remote assistance.Identified potential donors through in depth research of priorities, trends and plans for future. Performed donor mapping for potential donors through sector information, priority countries and thematic interest. Actively coordinated with donors as a lead contact before and after proposal submission, and ensured compliance for Programme implementation at each phase of Programme life cycle. Developed internal guidelines for organizational profiling as per donor intelligence. Ensured that relevant team members are well prepared for external coordination with donors, Government and other stakeholders, and to represent organization on National/International forums. Worked closely with Media and Communication team to ensure that marketing material is prepared and disseminated as per developed profiling guidelines. Developed Business enhancement strategy keeping in view the donor requirements for partnerships. Identified internal participatory communication and feedback model to effectively communicate with relevant team members during Programme Development. Developed Programme Quality indicators through identification of key outputs and outcomes from LFM/TOC. Identified implementing partners through due diligence and field evaluations in Pakistan and Turkey. Worked in Turkey on international assignment to ensure that organizational projects for Syrian Humanitarian Response are implemented by IPs as per agreed plan and budget. Developed organizational strategic Plan and by-laws to leverage MOU signing with Government EAD/MOI. Contributed in the development of organizational No Harm and Safeguarding policies.

Conducted comprehensive research among 10 European and Scandinavian countries to identify and map institutional donors. Proposed countries to open new offices of Syria Relief, based on the suitable types and country laws for registration and potential for funding.  

Took part in the development of global report of SKT welfare UK – particularly developed report on their projects for Syrian Humanitarian Response in Turkey and Syria.

Successfully cultivated partnerships in the region by identification and evaluation of implementing partners, signing of MOUs and supporting smooth implementation of Development and Humanitarian activities.
 

Tactfully managed projects and teams for major programmes such as health, education, livelihood and wash. Played  integral role in organizational development activities. Assured compliance between organizational policy and its implementation at all tiers of management. Performed monitoring of the ongoing projects at different levels of project life cycle and evaluated the results against the initial plan and objectives. Developed M&E frameworks for major projects/programmes.  Ensured timely reporting to donors and relevant departments. Prepared organizational annual reports, and review and planning reports. Conducted annual programme reviews and context analysis exercise. Developed concepts and proposals against funding opportunities. Designed and developed country programmes for health and education as per the requirement of Head Office.

Provided technical and analytical support for programme management, development and implementation for regular Programmes and Projects funded by USAID, NORAD and TIKA. Played key role for policy making and organizational development. Developed M&E policy and monitored and evaluated projects against the plan. Ensured donor liaison, project reporting and proposal writing. Supervised HR, IT and communication departments. Assured smart record keeping of all the documents related to projects. Devised emergency response plan.

Assured proper documentation of the projects. Provided assistance for M&E activities. Developed proposals and generated reports (internal and external). Played assisting role to facilitate HR, IT and communication department.

Maintained daily calendar and scheduled appointments. Provided assistance in the implementation of project activities. Developed activity reports against scheduled project activities. Conducted monitoring of ongoing activities.