Key Responsibilities:
As the Provincial Monitoring & Evaluation Officer for a project in Khyber Pakhtun Khwa province, I oversee M&E activities, including developing robust M&E systems, data collection tools, and reporting mechanisms. I supervise Provincial Monitoring Officers and other M&E staff, offering guidance and support. I conduct field visits to assess project progress and provide feedback to stakeholders. I analyze project data to produce regular outcome and impact reports for stakeholders. Additionally, I facilitate capacity building for project staff and partners on M&E, ensuring they have the necessary skills and tools. I actively participate in project review meetings and contribute to improvement plans based on monitoring findings, while ensuring compliance with ACT\\\'s policies, donor requirements, and local regulations in M&E implementation.

Job Description

To implement the sanitation marketing strategy at field level
Financing sanitation to meet the demand and training of Masons
Establishment of Sanitation Marts (one in each village of the project area)
Close Coordination with Programme team for timely implementation of Organization interventions
Training of Potential entrepreneurs/Sanitation Business Support
Promote Participatory Health & Hygiene Promotion
Sustaining the created demand by supply side interventions
Undertake field visits, and surveys in order to deliver the sanitation marketing component of proect.
Prepare reports on the areas where Organization work can be carried out using specific tools for gathering data, prepare the evaluation phases and implement the recommendation.
To conduct surveys and assessment in the thematic area (Sanitation Market) in different parts of program area.
To document and design monitoring systems to see the impact of sanitation marketing and other Organization interventions.
To design and conduct trainings for field staff and beneficiaries in the proposed interventions in the livelihood sector
To coordinate and liaise with government line departments
Develop, compile and regularly update the WASH data-base at the district level
Identify the villages where sanitation activities are not taking place, and work towards ensuring that these locations are covered appropriately

I have served as a project manager for three separate projects with Shifa Foundation in Karachi, Umerkot, and Islamabad during February 2021 to May 2023. These projects are; 

Provision of Psychosocial support and specialized mental health services to COVID-19 affected people (MHPSS)/ Child Protection (Feb 2021 to Oct 2021
COVID-19 Test and Treat dvocacy in Pakistan (May 2022 to April 2023)
WASH-Emergency (Sep 2022 to Oct 2022)

1. MHPSS/Child Protection (Activities Performed)

Successfully achieved all target activities and results, ensuring the project\'s objectives were met.
Skillfully managed budget and cash flows, ensuring optimal utilization of resources throughout the project\'s duration.
Developed and shared comprehensive and high-quality reports with donors on a regular basis (weekly and monthly) to keep them informed about project progress and outcomes.
Effectively represented the Shifa Foundation\'s project goals and objectives to Government line departments, international donors, and UN agencies, fostering strong partnerships and support.
Provided valuable training and technical support to the project team during project implementation, empowering them to execute their roles efficiently.
Devised and executed a robust project management plan, overseeing and coordinating the implementation of all project activities.
Ensured the provision of crucial psycho-social support to communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, addressing their emotional and psychological needs.
Developed strong and constructive relationships with stakeholders, actively engaging in discussions, advocacy efforts, and problem-solving related to child protection.
Initiated and organized policy dialogues, advocacy campaigns, and capacity-building activities for both project staff and stakeholders, fostering knowledge exchange and empowerment.
Made significant contributions to the preparation of learning documents for knowledge management and publications focused on child protection.
Established an effective referral system for child protection and social psycho support, ensuring those in need received the appropriate assistance.
Maintained a seamless flow of project information by providing timely reports to the project focal person and donors.
Conducted impactful seminars and consultative workshops with representatives from the health sector in Karachi East, fostering collaboration and sharing of expertise.
Implemented a comprehensive database/Management Information System (MIS) to record all project beneficiary data, systematically capturing gender and age segregation, session details, and follow-ups based on the project\'s results framework.
Diligently monitored project activities in alignment with relevant action plans, conducting regular progress and budget reviews on a weekly/monthly basis.
Evaluated program progress, impact, and sustainability collaboratively with the Technical Coordinator through periodic field visits, ensuring continuous improvement and effectiveness of the project.

2-COVID-19 Test and Treat Advocacy Project (Activities performed)

As the project lead, I took charge of creating critical documents, such as comprehensive Staff Job Descriptions (JDs) to outline roles and responsibilities clearly. Additionally, I prepared a detailed Project Implementation Manual that served as a comprehensive guide for seamless execution. The Project Plan was carefully crafted to ensure a well-organized and successful implementation. To effectively monitor progress and evaluate outcomes, I developed a Results Framework, which laid out the key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
I conducted in-depth orientation sessions for the project staff, ensuring that they fully understood their roles and responsibilities as outlined in the Staff JDs and the Project Implementation Manual. This led to a well-informed and motivated team, ready to take on their tasks with clarity and enthusiasm.
During the 4th International Conference on Early Childhood Development (ECD), I spearheaded a Consultative Study focused on the scaling up of COVID-19 interventions. The study aimed to identify effective strategies and best practices to combat the pandemic\'s challenges and achieve significant impact on a larger scale
I organized and skillfully moderated three Consultative Workshops, bringing together key decision makers and Parliamentarians in Pakistan. These workshops provided a platform for strategic discussions, facilitating collaboration and garnering support for crucial COVID-19 initiatives.
As the leader of a dedicated field team, I orchestrated impactful capacity-building and awareness sessions, engaging with more than 10,629 individuals across Pakistan. We successfully disseminated over 11,000 Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials, reaching a staggering 25 million people through digital media with vital messages on COVID-19, testing, and treatment.
To amplify our public awareness efforts, I proactively engaged with over 50 celebrities, health experts, and volunteers. Their participation in spreading messages on COVID-19 testing, treatment, and vaccination significantly boosted the campaign\'s reach and impact.
Taking on the role of Project Manager, I fostered close liaisons with the printed media, leading to publications about the project achievements in over 60 national newspapers across Pakistan. This media coverage played a crucial role in increasing awareness and support for our initiatives.
I actively supported the team in social mapping and micro planning, ensuring that our interventions were precisely targeted and aligned with the needs and demographics of the communities we aimed to reach.
I conducted coordination meetings with stakeholders, including donors and representatives of 21 partner organizations from Low-Middle Income Countries (LMICs).
I played a key role in developing and supporting the creation of impactful Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials, specifically tailored to advocate for COVID-19 testing and treatment. These materials were essential in disseminating accurate information and promoting healthy behaviors in the community.

3-WASH Project (Activities Performed)
As the supportive Implementation Manager for Flood Emergency Response, I successfully executed the following key activities during the project implementation:

Coordinated with District Administration, Public Health Engineering Department, District Education Department, Health Department, and partner organizations working in flood-affected areas in Umerkot to ensure smooth collaboration and efficient utilization of resources.
Implemented 55 pit latrines in IDP camps and tent cities, catering to the sanitation needs of the flood-affected population in District Umerkot.
Installed 15 water tanks in tent cities, ensuring a reliable and accessible water supply for the affected communities.
Constructed 30 washing pads and bathing cubicles to address the hygiene needs of IDPs living in tent cities in Umerkot.
Distributed more than 1500 hygiene kits among the flood-affected communities, helping them maintain essential cleanliness and hygiene standards.
Conducted over 50 health and hygiene sessions, each attended by 25 people from the flood-affected areas, providing crucial information and support for better health practices
Delivered more than 600,000 liters of safe drinking water through tankers, ensuring access to clean and potable water for the flood-affected people.

I worked on three assignmnets under this agreement 
Detailed Tasks Assigned

The Survey Monitor will observe the enumerators during data collection for the FII’s 2020 survey in Pakistan.
Attended training for the FII questionnaire in Islamabad to develop a good understanding of the questionnaire and monitoring/ observing mechanisms
Observe interviews for all enumerators, wherever in Pakistan the enumerators that the enumerators may be collecting data. Subsequently, fill the observation checklist, prepare monitoring reports and send back to the Survey Manager.
In case an enumerator is deemed unfit to conduct the survey, the survey monitor will immediately inform FII’s Research Manager Pakistan.
The Survey Monitor will make sure to take photos during enumerator observation and submit those with the monitoring report.
The Survey Monitor will be responsible for coordinating with relevant officials of the survey vendor to arrange monitoring visits.

Main project features:
The Financial Inclusion Insights (FII) Program provides demand-side insights into the drivers and constraints to financial inclusion through rigorous quantitative and qualitative research and identifies pathways to ensuring that those most in need have the financial tools necessary to improve their economic capability. The FII for 2020 will measure and track awareness and use of banks, non-bank financial institutions, and digital financial services (DFS) across the population and among specific consumer segments, such as poor adults and rural women.
Activities performed:

Monitored enumerators during data collection for the FII\\\\\\\'s 2020 survey in Pakistan and provided constructive feedback to both the implementing partners and the client.
Participated in the FII questionnaire training in Islamabad, offering valuable insights to the client regarding the training quality.
Conducted observations of interviews conducted by all enumerators, diligently filled out observation checklists, and prepared comprehensive monitoring reports. These reports were then shared with the Survey Manager.
Facilitated effective communication and coordination with relevant officials of the survey vendor, sharing feedback to enhance the overall data quality.

Detailed Tasks Assigned

Participating the training sessions for Master Trainers, in addition to leading/conducting the training sessions of Quality Control Officers and Field Enumerators.
Lead and supervise, and perform quality assurance of all field operations and data collection activities.
Submit monitoring reports on daily basis
Clean and review all gathered data and take necessary steps to ensure and verify authenticity of data.
Take lead in the reconnaissance activity for visiting schools and update the enrolment /attendance percentage.
SQCO is expected to attend and participate in training with full effort and zeal.
Ensure working relations with District Administrations, Education Department, and clients
Develop and ensure the implementation of Detailed Implementation Plan (DIP).
Support HR in hiring field teams for the assignment 

Main project features:
The Pakistan Reading Project (PRP) is a $165 million, seven-year initiative launched in July 2013 that aims to improve the quality of early grade reading instruction for 1.3 million public and private primary school students across Pakistan. These goals are intended to be achieved through the following strategies:
1) Improved classroom learning environment for reading;
2) improved policies and systems for reading; and
3) Community based support for reading.
Through Reading and Access (R&A) contracting mechanism, USAID/Pakistan has engaged NORC at the University of Chicago to conduct the PRP end-line evaluation in 2020. The end-line evaluation involved conducting Early Grade Reading Assessments of students who recently completed grade-2 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with the goal of providing insights into the effectiveness of early grade reading interventions in provinces identified as key priority areas under USAID/Pakistan’s new Country Development and Cooperation Strategy (CDCS).
Activities performed:

Successfully managed the overall assignment in KP, ensuring smooth implementation and timely completion.
Maintained effective coordination with esteemed clients, including the University of Chicago and VTT, as well as the Education Department and Districts Administration during the EGRA implementation.
Developed comprehensive monitoring reports and consistently shared updates with clients on a daily and weekly basis.
Provided valuable support in the development of training manuals and toolkits, ensuring a comprehensive and user-friendly approach.
Conducted training sessions for over 200 field teams, equipping them with the necessary skills to utilize EGRA toolkits efficiently.
Exercised diligent supervision to ensure the highest quality of Early Grade Reading Assessment in KP.
Assessed and supervised the training of more than 30 Quality Control Officers, 30 Field Supervisors, and 100 Enumerators, ensuring a well-prepared and competent workforce.
Successfully supported and supervised the assessment of over 5000 primary students in grade 3, capturing valuable data for analysis.
Played an instrumental role in supporting the data cleaning and data analysis process, ensuring accuracy and reliability of the findings.
Skillfully supervised the conduction of more than 500 key informant interviews with teachers and head teachers in KP, providing valuable insights.
Offered valuable assistance to the HR department in hiring and assembling qualified and proficient field teams.

Detailed Tasks Assigned

Facilitate the field staff in identifying needs in the community/ support the field team in conducting the assessment.
Reporting coordinator is responsible to prepare assessment report
Ensure that each scheme is technical evaluated and the impact is shared with client
Produce quality cases studies of the program’s activities and schemes.
Prepare success stories and share with the client

Main project features:
Food Assistance for Assets (FFA) is one of WFP’s initiatives aimed at addressing the most food-insecure people’s immediate food needs with cash, while also helping improve their long-term food security and resilience. Main concept of the program is that; people receive cash or food-based transfers to address their immediate food needs, while they build or boost assets, such as constructing a road or rehabilitating degraded land.
Activities performed:

Facilitated the project team in identifying specific needs by conducting efficient Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), community meetings, and comprehensive assessments.
Compiled and presented detailed assessment reports of the project to Donors and the Foundation for Rural Development, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Regularly provided monitoring and progress reports to donors and FRD on a weekly basis, ensuring stakeholders are well-informed of the project\'s developments.
Ensured thorough technical evaluations of schemes and project impacts were communicated effectively to clients, fostering a better understanding of the project\'s outcomes.
Generated high-quality case studies and success stories, consistently sharing these valuable insights with clients, promoting best practices, and showcasing the project\'s achievements.
Supported the project team in the implementation of the project, offering valuable assistance to ensure its successful execution.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The project is a $34 million USAID-funded G2G project designed to improve water use efficiency and agricultural productivity in 191,000 acres of irrigated land in the Gomal Zam Dam command area through integrated development of on-farm water management, productivity enhancement, introduction of high value crops and livestock, processing, and effective marketing. The evaluation examined the design and management of the project with the objective of identifying issues for USAID to consider in future G2G projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
In collaboration with the evaluation team lead, subject matter experts, and MSI staff, the field researcher will:

Participate in a team planning workshop to design the evaluation;
Support the team in developing/refining data collection instruments and a data collection plan;
Attend relevant meetings/trainings to achieve complete familiarity with the data collection instruments;
Facilitate in conducting key informant and group interviews with various government department representatives, project beneficiaries, and community members;
Write detailed notes of key informant and group interviews.
Participate in a data analysis workshop.
Undertake other tasks required for the successful completion of the study under the direction of the team lead or PERFORM staff.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:

As a Senior Field Researcher, I played a crucial role in the final evaluation of the Gomal Zam Dam Command Area Development Project (GZD-CADP), contributing to its successful completion through various activities and tasks
Collaborative Planning: I actively participated in the team planning workshop, providing valuable insights to design an effective evaluation methodology. We developed data collection instruments and a comprehensive plan together.
Data Review and Analysis: I meticulously reviewed secondary data, prepared concise summaries, and conducted in-depth analysis to enhance the evaluation process.
Facilitating Interviews: I facilitated key informant and group interviews with stakeholders, ensuring a smooth and insightful process.
Accurate Documentation: During interviews, I maintained detailed notes and created verbatim transcripts in English, preserving essential insights.
Data Coding and Analysis: I supported the team in data coding and analysis, using applications like MAXQDA and SPSS to streamline and improve efficiency.
Report and Presentation Preparation: Actively contributing to preparation, I delivered high-quality outputs for evaluation reports and presentations for the client, USAID.
Data Review Workshop: I played a role in organizing a data review and analysis workshop, providing a platform to exchange ideas and refine the evaluation report.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The study helped USAID/Pakistan design and implement activities that will contribute to building peace in vulnerable communities in Newly Merged Districts of KP province. This in turn will enable USAID/Pakistan to continue to provide the Government of Pakistan and other government stakeholders with concrete feedback about the program’s impact. The study has covered all the seven newly merged districts of KP. The data collection consisted of reviewing documents and key informant interviews conducted in KP, FATA and Islamabad.  
RESPONSIBILITIES:
In collaboration with MSI staff and subject matter experts, the field researchers will:

Participate in the team planning workshop and data rehearsal sessions.
Contribute in the development of data collection instruments, data collection plan, and plan analysis
Assist subject matter experts in conducting interviews, taking interview notes and preparing detailed notes and/or transcripts in English.
Participate in data processing and analysis sessions.
Any other task related to the assignment and the position

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS: 

 Supported the Research Team in Conducting a Study to Assess Programming Opportunities in the Newly Merged Districts of KP.
Attended Team Planning Workshop and Assisted in Developing a Work Plan for the Study/Data Collection.
Aided the Team in Creating Effective Tools and Questionnaires for the Study.
Conducted Interviews with Various Stakeholders, Including the Business Community, Media, Government Officials, Public Representatives, Academicians, Lawyers, Local People Maliks, and Social Workers NGOs, among others.
Recorded Interviews, Took Comprehensive Notes, and Prepared Verbatim Transcripts in English.
Assisted the Data Analyst in Coding Qualitative Data using Tools such as MAXQDA and NVIVO.
Provided Support to the Team Lead in Analyzing Data and Information Gathered During the Study.
Collaborated with the Team in Preparing the Final Report of the Study for the Client.

Position Summary:
I worked on two diffreent projects under this agreement. These are;
1. Early Grade Reading Assessment
2. Merit and Need Based Scholarship Program
 
Responsibilities for the Merit and Need Based Scholarship Program

Participate in a Team Planning Workshop (TPW) in Islamabad to understand the monitoring purpose and methodology, data collection instruments, data collection and analysis plans.
Assist in drafting data collection plans.
Responsible for participating in key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and completing observation checklists.
Responsible for taking comprehensive and high-quality notes during interviews and transcribe and translate notes in English in accordance with the required format
Write minutes of the meetings wherever applicable and submit them to the assignment manager.
Amend/improve translations/transcriptions in line with feedback provided by the sector specialist/team leader/assignment manager.
Data entry within two days of data collection as per the instructions of the team leader and the assignment manager.
Undertake other tasks as assigned by the assignment manager and the team lead for the successful completion of the study.

Responsibilities for the Early Grade Reading Assessment 

Supervise and report on data collection for an assigned region
Oversee and mentor the QCOs in the assigned region
Prior to and during data collection, establish and manage relationships with government officials and school administrators
Participate in training sessions on standardized administration of EGRA tools and survey questionnaires
If required, support the training of QCOs, enumerators, and supervisors on the standardized administration of EGRA tools and survey questionnaires
Oversee and help to organize the field administration of the operational tools
Ensure compliance with standardized procedures and protocols for the administration of the EGRA tool and the survey questionnaires.
Oversee and ensure the performance and management quality of local subcontractors
Support the subcontractors with data entry, verification, and cleaning, if required
Serve as the contact and point person for the field aspects of the midline assessment
Prepare regular report updates as required
Make/implement recommendations on improving the assessment activities

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

Facilitated and actively participated in a team planning workshop, where the primary focus was to gain a comprehensive understanding of the monitoring objectives and methodologies.
Collaborated closely with the team to develop meticulous data collection and monitoring work plans, encompassing essential components such as data collection tools, FGD (Focus Group Discussion) guides, observation checklists, and analysis plans, ensuring a robust framework for the project\'s success.
Conducted in-depth and insightful FGDs with two distinct groups of students: those who received scholarships and those who were not selected for the MNBSP (scholarship program) in various partner universities across Pakistan.
As the senior researcher, I played a pivotal role in conducting Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with Vice Chancellors and senior representatives of the partner Universities, thereby capturing valuable perspectives and enriching the data.
Assessed scholarship documents within each partner university to ascertain whether the awarding of scholarships adhered to the principles of meritocracy, ensuring fairness and transparency in the selection process.
Diligently transcribed over 70 verbatim transcripts of the KIIs and FGDs, maintaining a high level of accuracy and consistency for further in-depth analysis.
Provided extensive support to the monitoring team in data analysis and coding of the transcripts, employing a range of powerful analytical tools like MAXQDA, NVIVO, and SPSS, thus facilitating a comprehensive evaluation of the collected data.
Assisted the team in preparing comprehensive monitoring reports and dynamic presentations specifically tailored for the donors,

Main project features: 
As Consultant, i monitored two different projects i.e. FII and ANA during2016 and 17. the details are given below; 

The Financial Inclusion Insights (FII) program responds to the need identified by multiple stakeholders for timely demand-side data and practical insights into digital financial services (DFS), including mobile money, and the potential for their expanded use among the poor.

The Agent Network Accelerator (ANA) project is a four-year research project in eleven focus countries, managed and conducted by MicroSave/the HelixInstitute of Digital Finance. It is the largest research initiative in the world on mobile money agent networks, designed to determine their success and scale. Pakistan is among 11 African and Asian countries participating in this research project, selected for its contribution to the development of digital financial services globally.


DELIVERABLES INCLUDE:

Weekly de-briefs with InterMedia Research Manager, or more often as required.
Final summary report of the province which includes:


All major issues observed, including issues particular to the specific province/centers or those recurring in multiple areas
All errors in data collection, sampling and choosing respondents.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
A. Financial Inclusion Insight (FII)

Monitored data collection for the Financial Inclusion Insights survey in Pakistan.
Assisted clients in conducting training sessions for interviewers and supervisors to ensure smooth data gathering.
Monitored and supervised the entire sampling and data collection process, ensuring adherence to high standards.
Carried out additional monitoring activities as required by InterMedia\'s guidelines and protocols.
Compiled comprehensive daily reports, encompassing general observations, data collection errors, sampling discrepancies, and respondent selection issues.
Provided on-the-job training to field supervisors and enumerators, equipping them with effective data collection tool administration techniques.
Ensured the collection of consistently high-quality data by implementing robust quality control measures within the data collection teams.

B. The Agent Network Accelerator (ANA) project 

Managed and oversaw the data collection process for the Agent Network Accelerator (ANA) Survey in Pakistan, ensuring accuracy and reliability of the data gathered.
Identified and reported any discrepancies encountered during the data collection, collaborating with the data collection team to resolve issues effectively.
Supported the data collection team by facilitating the administration of data collection tools and providing necessary assistance
Contributed to the training sessions for the data collection teams, ensuring they were well-equipped and prepared for their roles.
Maintained a comprehensive log documenting all quality control activities undertaken, including areas visited, teams assessed, and any recommendations made for improvement.
Thoroughly reviewed submitted paper interviews to guarantee the completeness and accuracy of the collected data.
Performed assessments on the quality of enumerators\' survey processes and submitted daily reports to the MicroSave project manager, providing valuable insights for ongoing improvement

Main project features: 
The aim of the current project was to facilitate out of school returnee children for their enrollment in schools. The key interventions of this project include: (i) conducting community stakeholders meetings to raise awareness regarding importance of the education with focus on girl’s education;
(ii) supplying of the learning kits, recreational kits, school in a box, mats and tents to schools;
(iii) capacity building of teachers on psycho-social support to students; and
(iv) Improvements in physical infrastructure including WASH facilities in schools.
Activities performed:
As the Project Manager, I successfully led the team to achieve the following outstanding results:

Ensured the development and timely sharing of detailed implementation plans and weekly activity schedules, as per the agreed-upon agreement.
Fostered strong partnerships with the Education Department and other key stakeholders/organizations, including UNOCHA and local working groups, to facilitate a smooth and successful implementation and administration of the project.
Conducted quarterly consultative workshops with key stakeholders
Conducted a comprehensive School Assessment and provided valuable assistance to external consultants in data analysis and report writing. The relevant information was effectively disseminated among donors and senior Foundation management.
Ensured the meticulous development and maintenance of project records, including databases, reports, and records of decisions.
Skillfully facilitated and supervised the training of over 327 Parents-Teachers Councils and 327 Youth Groups, enlightening them about their roles and responsibilities in promoting education and increasing student enrollment in their respective schools.
Supported and supervised the provision of critical Psycho-social support services to more than 27,000 IDPs and returnees students in DI Khan and war-affected areas of South Waziristan, making a significant impact on their well-being.
Provided comprehensive training to more than 700 teachers on effective teaching methodologies, especially in schools with IDP students. Additionally, organized Co-Curricular activities in more than 327 schools and distributed essential educational supplies such as \"schools in a Box,\" students\' bags, and recreational kits.
Skillfully prepared and coordinated detailed project reports, covering all essential aspects of the initiative. Additionally, fulfilled project-related Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) requirements and reported on them diligently.
Successfully established crucial linkages between the project and other relevant activities and organizations, enhancing the project\'s reach and impact through cross-cutting collaborations.

In 2013, USAID/OTI launched the Pakistan Expanded Regional Stabilization Initiative (PERSI) to address violent extremism in Southern Punjab and Karachi. In places like Southern Punjab and Karachi where violent extremism has historically been a challenge, USAID/OTI developed and empowered a diverse network of individuals, organizations and government leaders to advocate for and implement community and regional CVE initiatives.
Job Descriptions

Ensuring the complete information regarding grants deliverables;
Carry out desk review with the field staff in order to ensure complete overview of the grants;
Gathering of baseline data and all additional data needed for monitoring and evaluation;
Coordinate and delegate schemes to the assigned staff, ensuring the timely completion of data verification on scheme site;
Provide input to the Team Leader regarding team members performance and reports status;
Ensure data collection, data validation and data entry into the database
Provide feedback on grant evaluation tools i.e. FGD guide, survey questionnaires and direct observation check list
Organize, lead and facilitate project-related meetings with client and implementing partner/Grantees, including the creation of agendas and ensuring the availability of necessary materials;
Coordinate and ensure timely feedback of the field activities;
Provide and facilitate technical direction, education and training to staff and M&E officers;
Document activities and develop feedback report to communicate project findings, lessons learned and activities to collaborators and other involved;
Coordinate and ensure timely feedback of the field activities;
Asses field reports to determine possible implications for implementation and agree on corrective actions with appropriate decision-makers;
Provide and facilitate technical direction, education and training to staff, community workers and community members;
Draft lessons learned at the end of each round;
Other official responsibilities, as assigned by the section head;

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

Led and supervised the independent Monitoring Unit, delivering comprehensive monitoring and evaluation services to the USAID-OTI Project and small grants initiative (Umeed Jawan) in the Punjab region.
Conducted meticulous desk reviews in collaboration with field staff to gain a thorough understanding of the grants and their implementation status.
Coordinated and assigned schemes to dedicated staff, ensuring timely data verification at scheme sites.
Ensured seamless data collection, validation, and entry into the database, overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of over 300 grants in Punjab.
Played a key role in designing evaluation methodologies and tools for grants, including developing focus group discussion (FGD) guides, survey questionnaires, and direct observation checklists.
Fostered strong relationships with the provincial government to streamline project operations and enhance collaboration.
Generated insightful analytical reports, shedding light on the impact of each grant within the project area.
Provided invaluable support to the client in data analysis and the preparation of comprehensive evaluation reports.
Facilitated and led project-related meetings with the client and implementing partners/grantees, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
Delivered technical guidance, education, and training to field staff, data validators, data entry operators, and M&E officers, empowering them to excel in their roles.
Maintained meticulous documentation of project activities and developed feedback reports, effectively communicating project findings, lessons learned, and activities to all stakeholders and collaborators involved

Main project features: 
The Pakistan Performance Management Support Contract, PERFORM, was USAID’s largest monitoring, evaluation and learning project. It covered a massive $4 billion portfolio, which included work in areas of frequent instability such as the Federally Administered Tribal Areas.
The PERFORM provided USAID/Pakistan a full range of performance management services that included monitoring support, evaluations, assessments, and learning support that provided high-quality analysis and evidence-based data and information that the Mission used to target resources, inform program design and implementation decisions, and support the Mission’s collaboration, learning, and adapting (CLA) processes. While working with MSI, I supervised/ managed more than 20 assignments including monitoring support activities, evaluations, assessments, and learning support activities.
Activities performed:

I have had the opportunity to play a pivotal role in various research studies and surveys, demonstrating my competence in research and data analysis. Notably, I led and participated in four rounds of Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) aimed at assessing the stability index. Additionally, I was involved in four rounds of Rapid Assessment of Markets (market surveys/market research) across 8 markets in FATA and KP. Furthermore, I contributed to Socio-Economic Studies, Early Grade Reading Assessment (EGRA), and the Assessment of Housing Uniform Assistance Subsidy Project (HUASP) in the same regions.
Working in collaboration with Management System International (MSI), I took charge of developing selection criteria for FGD respondents and assisted the technical team at MSI in refining the research instruments. Alongside the HR manager, I actively participated in recruiting, interviewing, and assembling skilled teams comprising FGD recruiters, enumerators, supervisors, data validators, and data entry operators, all crucial for the success of the project.
To ensure the accuracy and reliability of our findings, I supported the teams in data analysis and report writing, making use of various applications such as SPSS, MAXQDA, and STATA. Additionally, I meticulously produced, reviewed, and finalized verbatim transcripts of FGDs, adhering to the MSI format.
Maintaining high data quality standards, including reliability, validity, timelines, and confidentiality, was always a priority for me. I also played a role in evaluating the accessibility grid to ensure that all activities were conducted in secure areas, minimizing potential risks.
Furthermore, I took the initiative to develop comprehensive plans, manuals, and agendas for the training sessions conducted for the data collection teams. Additionally, I prepared survey methodology reports in accordance with the prescribed standards/format provided by MSI.
Apart from my research-related responsibilities, I actively participated in organizing and facilitating workshops, meetings, and conferences, fostering a collaborative and productive environment within the project.
Acknowledging the importance of financial planning, I contributed to the Finance department by assisting in determining the level of efforts and budget allocation for different tasks under the project.

Activities performed:

Monitored and evaluated the comprehensive implementation of the WASH project in Umerkot, Sindh, ensuring adherence to project objectives and standards.
Oversaw data collection, distribution of hygiene kits in the community, and hygiene sessions conducted by the project team.
Developed clear and measurable indicators for monitoring and evaluating project implementation, outputs, and outcomes. Created guidelines, tools, and reporting forms to facilitate efficient monitoring of project activities.
Conducted regular M&E activities, provided on-site supervision, and conducted thorough reviews of ongoing project in Sindh.
Evaluated project activities in alignment with the Logical Framework Approach (LFA) and offered timely feedback to management.
Documented best practices, case studies, success stories, event reports, and lessons learned, considering project plans, objectives, strategies, community needs, participation, and overall project management. Generated monthly narrative reports to communicate progress effectively.
Ensured data accuracy, confidentiality, and efficient organization of project-related information.
Monitored the successful execution of community-based latrine construction and commune hand pump installation in Sindh
Assessed the project\'s impact and prepared detailed reports to share with the donor organization (HOPE 87).
Compiled and submitted event reports to donors and the employer promptly.
Provided valuable support to clients/donors in designing questionnaires and other evaluation tools to enhance project effectiveness.

Specific objectives of the PPVR

Support the Strategy of Government of Pakistan for Afghan population by providing specific information on the communities;
Assist UNHCR in identifying the most urgent and evidence based protection and assistance needs and opportunities that will help tailoring the most appropriate response for the Afghan individuals and communities ensuring access to available rights and services;
Provide information to humanitarian and development actors in Pakistan to help with their project development for Afghan hosting communities;
Support strategy development for re-integration of Afghan population by the Government of Afghanistan

Responsibilities

Determining information needs of project management, implementing partners and primary stakeholders, the cooperating institutions and funding agencies.
Analyze progress report against the work plan and designing the format for such progress report.
Designing the formats and procedures for operational monitoring.
Training on M&E and facilitating M&E design and implementation process with staff and primary stakeholders.
Undertaking and facilitating others to implement the M&E plan, regularly revising and updating performance questions, methods, formats and analytical process.
Participate in the M&E design events, particularly by identifying the stakeholders group information needs and capacities.
Facilitate regular field level meetings to reflect on project activities and gather opinions on future developments and women involvements and performance in activities undertaken in all Resource units for feedback to project management.
Arrange for the dissemination of information from M&E data on the degree to which gender related objectives are being achieved and on the gender differentiation impact of the project.
Asses field reports to determine possible implications for implementation and agree on corrective actions with appropriate decisions. 

Activities performed/ Key Achievments:

Developed standardized formats and procedures for operational monitoring and progress reporting against the work plan.
Oversaw the entire process of Afghan population profiling, including household listing, data collection, data validation, data cleaning, and data entry.
Provided assistance to technical teams in designing tools, conducting data analysis, and writing comprehensive reports.
Prepared regular progress reports on data collection and shared them with project\'s technical partners.
Conducted training sessions for survey teams, including Enumerators, Community Mobilizers, surveyors, data validators, and data entry operators, to ensure efficient data collection and identification of Afghan refugees\' communities.
Facilitated the dissemination of information from monitoring and evaluation (M&E) data, focusing on gender-related objectives achieved and the gender differentiation impact of the project.
Actively participated in M&E design events, with a particular emphasis on identifying stakeholders\' information needs and capacities.
Contributed to the development, regular revision, and updating of the project\'s information system.
Generated monthly statistical reports on the progress of data collection in the field by the field staff.
Assisted in the development of a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation system for the project, including defining indicators for input and output monitoring in line with the project\'s objectives.
Conducted Information Systems Assessments, defining indicators, targets, objective criteria, and data sources for monitoring and evaluation in respective provinces.
Documented and disseminated best practices and lessons learned from the project.
Conducted regular field visits to monitor the implementation of project activities as required.
Assisted the team in developing Training Manuals for specified field activities.
Supported the planning, coordination, and monitoring of impact assessment studies to gauge the project\'s effectiveness.

Objectives of ACCE Study

Provide plausible estimates of the size of the employed Afghan population – including children – in Pakistan, and its distribution by age, sex and economic sector / activity;
Identify quantitatively and qualitatively the role and impact on the development of agriculture, export trade and business in Pakistan as a result of the Afghan presence;
Qualify and quantify (to the extent possible) the impact of Afghan presence in Pakistan on formal trade with Afghanistan and other countries;
Provide analysis based on verified data of the benefit of humanitarian aid directed to Afghans on the Pakistani economy and development between 1979 to date in KPK, Balochistan, Punjab and Sindh;
Provide analysis of all possible consequences of an absence of Afghans on the Pakistani economy;
Provide disaggregated data on the Afghan perception of their contribution to Pakistani economy during their stay in Pakistan;

Major Responsibilities:

Work in close collaboration with and report to the Technical Experts of the Programme on all technical aspects of the qualitative research.
Ensure that international and standard ethics applicable to qualitative research are adhered to. Ensure at all times that information/data integrity and confidentiality is maintained as per defined policies.
Ensure compliance to the guidelines and instructions provided in document form or during training.
Develop complete understanding of the objectives and purpose of the research before going to the field and ensure that the correct and intended purpose is duly shared with the respondents.
Assist in the review and finalisation of the research instruments as required by the Technical Experts.
Help in identifying, listing and finalising key stakeholders and informants with regard to the ACCE study.
Schedule interviews with key stakeholders and informants identified and conduct interviews as per the schedule.
Ensure that the required

Activities performed:

Ensured strict adherence to defined policies, guaranteeing the maintenance of information/data integrity and confidentiality.
Played a pivotal role in refining and finalizing the research instruments, leading to improved efficiency and effectiveness in data collection. Successfully coordinated interviews with key stakeholders and informants to gather valuable insights.
Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills by meticulously documenting all conducted interviews in accordance with defined formats and templates, ensuring accuracy and ease of reference.
Collaborated in the preparation of comprehensive reports and presentations, providing valuable support in the analysis of data.
Employed advanced analytical techniques to interpret and derive meaningful patterns from qualitative interviews, cognitive interviews, focus groups, and surveys.
Contributed significantly to the documentation process, effectively outlining the adopted methodologies and procedures for qualitative research.
Undertaken thorough secondary data collection, diligently reviewing and providing relevant information to Technical Experts to facilitate in-depth analysis and reporting.
Assisted in processing qualitative information sourced from both the field and secondary sources, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
Skillfully documented case studies profiling successful Afghan businessmen and market traders who have made substantial contributions to the economy of Pakistan.
Played a crucial role in identifying and presenting valuable feedback on the perceptions surrounding the presence of Afghans, capturing both positive and negative aspects through keen observation

Main project features: 
Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) was initiated by Government of Pakistan in 2008 to achieve: To minimize the impact of inflation on low income families and uplift the living standard of those who live below the poverty line. Ensure women empowerment, and provide financial support to a deserving married woman in a family. To increase employment and job opportunities.
Activities performed:

Implemented efficient and consistent daily work practices by providing all enumerators with standardized Enumeration kits, which included well-structured survey questionnaires.
Actively monitored the field staff\'s activities, comprising Enumerators, Forward campaigners, Field Monitors, and Editors, ensuring their adherence to protocols and guidelines.
Fostered strong relationships with local community leaders, public representatives, and government officials, effectively securing their support and involvement in the targeting process, leading to widespread coverage of households.
Demonstrated hands-on leadership by accompanying enumerators during surveys and supervising their fieldwork, ensuring accuracy and quality in data collection.
Conducted regular spot checks during household data collection, meticulously assessing the progress and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
Maintained thorough documentation of the enumeration process by diligently recording daily progress on standardized log forms.
Assumed responsibility for overseeing the data collection team\'s efforts in obtaining poverty score card information from households.
Provided valuable guidance to the editors in validating and cleaning the collected data, resulting in a reliable and error-free dataset

Main project features: 
The National Commission for Human Development (NCHD) is an orchestrating body for promotion of human development efforts in Pakistan. The mission of NCHD is to promote human development and contribute to the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals by Supporting government line departments, non-government organizations and elected officials at the district level in primary education, literacy, income generating activities and basic health care service etc.
Activities performed:

Spearheaded the development and successful implementation of a comprehensive Detailed Implementation Plan (DIP) for the Adult Literacy Program in the assigned districts.
Collaborated closely with the District Community Development Department, EDOs/DEO Literacy, Education Department, and other Government Line Departments to strategize, execute, and monitor a well-structured plan aimed at achieving the program\'s objectives and establishing Adult Literacy Centers.
Took charge of supervising and monitoring the establishment of over 2000 adult literacy centers in the assigned districts, enrolling more than 25,000 individuals (with a special focus on women) aged between 14 to 45. These learners had either never been enrolled in educational programs before or had dropped out of schools without acquiring basic literacy skills.
Contributed significantly to empowering more than 25,000 women by equipping them with fundamental literacy skills in the targeted districts.
Assisted and collaborated with the HR department and DGM to recruit competent staff for the adult literacy program within the assigned districts.
Facilitated and supervised the delivery of comprehensive training sessions to over 2000 literacy teachers (non-formal teachers) and field supervisors, focusing on effective teaching methodologies.
Successfully mobilized more than 1500 villages and communities, highlighting the vital importance of promoting women and girls\' education in the designated districts.
Ensured active involvement of local communities in identifying adult illiterate women, selecting suitable venues for the adult literacy centers, recruiting teachers, and appointing local area supervisors.
Generated and submitted consolidated monthly progress reports, providing accurate insights into the program\'s advancements.
Conducted regular and productive meetings with the staff, delivered on-the-job training, and effectively resolved any arising issues.
Diligently monitored and supervised the performance of literacy coordinators, female social organizers, MIS offices, local area supervisors, and literacy teachers to maintain a high standard of program delivery.
Maintained meticulous records of all events on the designated format and reported to the GM according to the prescribed frequency.
Prepared insightful and analytical research studies focusing on the behavior of the community, particularly women.
Ensured the comprehensive compilation of a reliable Database of the learners, facilitating effective tracking and evaluation of their progress.
Pioneered a streamlined process for the timely disbursement of finances to all stakeholders, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted operations of the program