Kafeel

KAFEEL AHMED ABBASI SENIOR PROGRAM, OPERATIONS, SERVICES AND MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL  CONTACTS  SUMMARY -, +92-307- - -, - Pakistan  SKILLS Customer service and support Video Conferencing Virtual collaboration programs Network administration Database management I am a seasoned Program Operations Specialist with over 13 years of experience in international development. My expertise in project management, monitoring & evaluation, and emergency response has driven impactful interventions with organizations like USAID, UNICEF, and DFID. I excel in leveraging resources for sustainable change, empowering communities, and fostering partnerships to address critical social issues. My dedication to enhancing livelihoods, especially for women and children, is underscored by a successful track record in community mobilization, advocacy, and strategic program execution.  EXPERIENCE United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Provincial Coordinator Sindh & Balochistan (Electoral Legislation) Karachi 01/2023 - Present UN agency supporting sustainable development and democratic governance. DRM Entrepreneurship Impact Analysis Statistics Variance Analysis Remote work Work from Home Budgeting Finance • Led electoral laws development and systems for inclusive participation and professional electoral administration. • Enhanced civic engagement for disadvantaged groups through initiatives in governance. • Integrated UN principles on human rights and gender into project frameworks. Budget Forcasting Project Management Interpersonal skills Leadership MS Office Skill Technical skills Technical management skills Research Analysis Islamic Relief Worldwide Senior Program Officer Dadu 09/2022 - 12/2022 Humanitarian organization providing support to vulnerable communities. • Implemented project activities per established guidelines. • Developed tools and resources for community-based group capacity building. • Fostered collaboration with local government entities and market stakeholders. Monitoring and evaluation Report Writing Documentation and Reporting Attention to details Staff Coordination Digital Marketing Excellent Oral and Verbal English Stakeholder Management Communication & Collaboration Agha Khan Foundation Regional Program Specialist Sukkur, Khairpur, Ghotki 03/2022 - 08/2022 Foundation prioritizing education, health, and community development. • Coordinated administrative and programmatic activities in university settings. • Developed operational procedures to ensure service effectiveness. • Managed program budgets and resources. Sindh Rural Support Organization District Project Officer Kandhkot, Pakistan 04/2021 - 01/2022 Support organization addressing poverty and enhancing livelihoods. • Assisted poor communities in poverty alleviation and food security. • Promoted women's socio-economic empowerment through financial access. • Facilitated training and knowledge sharing for sustainable practices.  PROJECTS  EXPERIENCE NPGP Sindh Rural Support Organization District Project Officer DPO The National Poverty Graduation Program is an integrated economic and social empowerment initiative that equips extremely poor individuals with assets, skills, and confidence to graduate from poverty and sustainably improve their livelihoods. Through a holistic approach combining financial inclusion, livelihood training, health services, and social support, the program enables participants to break the cycle of poverty and achieve economic stability and self-reliance. • Focused on poverty graduation. • Enhanced disaster resilience strategies. • Chartered innovative initiatives for youth. BDRP Building disaster resilience in Pakistan involves strengthening the country's capacity to withstand, adapt, and recover from natural disasters, such as floods, earthquakes, and droughts, through proactive measures like infrastructure reinforcement, early warning systems, and community-based preparedness initiatives. This approach aims to minimize human suffering, economic losses, and environmental damage, while promoting sustainable development and climate-resilient infrastructure in Pakistan's vulnerable regions. • What was a successful outcome of your work? (e.g. Raised $3,000 for the charity) Larkana, Pakistan 10/2020 - 04/2021 Involved in rural development, disaster management and community support. • Implemented public safety measures and services for COVID-19 prevention. • Conducted field training and preparedness strategies for health staff. • Collaborated with various local stakeholders for effective outcomes. ACTED Pakistan Project Officer Food Security and Livelihood (FSL) Kandhkot, Pakistan 07/2019 - 06/2020 International NGO focused on emergency response and development. • Managed integrated emergency response projects within food security sectors. • Facilitated training in climate-smart agriculture and community resilience. • Monitored and reported program progress and compliance with donor standards. Management Systems International - MSI Field Associate Shikarpur 02/2019 - 06/2019 Consulting firm providing management solutions and development programs. • Conducted field data collection and monitoring procedures. • Participated in staff training and community engagement activities. • Ensured adherence to monitoring objectives and project protocols. Glow Consultants Field Research/Monitoring Officer Ghotki, Pakistan 01/2018 - 12/2018 Consultancy enhancing social and economic conditions through insights. • Conducted evaluations and assessments for diverse projects. • Collaborated with various stakeholders for project outcomes improvement. • Facilitated training and workshops on project implementation. Chemonics International USAID SRP Academic Coordinator cum MIS Officer Sukkur, Pakistan 09/2017 - 12/2017 Partner of USAID focusing on education and health sector improvements. • Oversaw academic support for the Sindh Reading Program. • Implemented strategies for early grade reading instruction. • Developed communication plans for parents and stakeholders. Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) District Coordinator (WASH Assistance Evaluation Project) Nowshero Feroz, Pakistan 08/2017 - 09/2017 NGO improving lives through advocacy, humanitarian, and development efforts. • Evaluated WASH Assistance Projects and reported on effectiveness. • Assessed project outcomes in community sanitation services. • Coordinated learning and development for service delivery. Plan International District Coordinator Ghotki, Pakistan 07/2017 - 07/2017 Global organization promoting children's rights and development. • Conducted surveys and assessments for projects funded by UNICEF. • Utilized community scorecards for WASH service evaluation. • Strengthened community participation in monitoring service delivery.  PROJECTS  EXPERIENCE COVID-19 PREVENTION Project Save the Children Lead Evaluator for EU WINS Project COVID-19 Prevention Project implemented by Sindh Rural Support Organization: International organization focused on children's welfare and development. The COVID-19 Prevention Project, implemented by Sindh Rural Support Organization (SRSO), aims to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in rural Sindh through community-based interventions, including awareness campaigns, vaccination drives, and provision of personal protective equipment (PPE) to vulnerable populations. Through this project, SRSO strengthens healthcare systems, promotes behavioral change, and supports economic recovery in targeted communities, ultimately reducing COVID-19 transmission and protecting public health in rural Sindh. • What was a successful outcome of your work? (e.g. Raised $3,000 for the charity) EU WINS The ECHO EU WINS (Water, Infrastructure, Nutrition, and Sanitation) Project aims to improve the resilience and well-being of vulnerable communities in Pakistan through enhanced access to clean water, sanitation facilities, and nutrition services, while strengthening local infrastructure and disaster preparedness. Implemented with European Commission Humanitarian Aid (ECHO) funding, WINS enhances the capacity of local institutions and communities to respond to crises, promotes sustainable development, and reduces the risk of water-borne diseases and malnutrition in targeted regions. • What was a successful outcome of your work? (e.g. Raised $3,000 for the charity) Shikarpur, Pakistan 03/2017 - 04/2017 • Led evaluations and research projects focusing on educational impacts. • Designed methodologies for quantitative and qualitative studies. • Engaged with stakeholders to improve program implementations. Apex Consulting Islamabad Area Field Officer Ghotki, Pakistan 02/2017 - 02/2017 Consulting firm focused on health sector improvements. • Monitored health surveillance data and project outcomes. • Supported district health authorities in case investigations. • Facilitated comprehensive data collection and reporting. Apex Consulting Islamabad (UNICEF) Internal Field Monitor Ghotki, Pakistan 01/2017 - 01/2017 Partner of UNICEF focused on maternal and child health. • Led monitoring tasks for breastfeeding practices in communities. • Conducted field visits for data collection. • Coordinated training and outreach for improved health outcomes. Management Systems International (MSI) District Team Leader Kashmore, Pakistan 12/2016 - 12/2016 Consulting firm focusing on capacity building for local stakeholders. • Managed field data collection for flood emergency responses. • Led assessments and impact evaluations for community services. • Coordinated training and project planning with local communities. Institute of Social and Policy Sciences ISAPS District Manager Ghotki, Pakistan 07/2016 - 11/2016 Policy research organization focusing on social equity. • Supervised technical aspects of projects and reports. • Conducted research studies involving public financing. • Interacted with government officials and political leaders. Glow Consultants District Team Leader Shikarpur, Pakistan 04/2016 - 06/2016 Consultancy focused on community development and empowerment. • Supervised field researchers in DFID funded project. • Tracked project activities and reported on outcomes. • Managed data collection processes for community resilience. World Vision International Field Researcher Sukkur, Pakistan 02/2016 - 02/2016 International NGO focused on community development and child welfare. • Organized baseline surveys for education project impacts. • Managed data collection and analysis for project evaluations. • Assured effective communication on project outcomes. Apex Consulting Pakistan Area Field Officer Ghotki, Pakistan 12/2015 - 01/2016 Consultancy focused on health programming and assessments. • Conducted assessments on health service distributions. • Trained local health providers in project protocols. • Developed reports on project impacts and activities.  COURSES  EXPERIENCE PCM (Project Cycle Management) Community World Service Asia Social Organizer Report Writing Leadership Skills Management Information System MIS Earn Education PSEA Health and Hygiene Ghotki, Pakistan 08/2015 - 12/2015 Humanitarian organization responding to disasters and conflicts. • Executed rapid assessments for flood affected communities. • Organized surveys and worked on food assistance programs. • Coordinated with field teams for effective outreach. National Rural Support Program Field Researcher Ghotki, Pakistan 06/2015 - 06/2015 Support program focused on rural development initiatives. • Conducted baseline surveys using technology-enhanced tools. • Gathered comprehensive data on adolescent lives. • Facilitated community engagement through data collection. WASH Nai Zindagi Trust Hygiene Promoter Vulnerability Analysis NGO supporting community health and development initiatives. Microsoft Project Certificate MS Office Certificate Certified Associate in Project Management CAPM Ghotki, Pakistan 07/2013 - 06/2014 • Facilitated community training on hygiene promotion. • Organized health sessions for targeted populations. • Supervised community-led initiatives for health education.  EDUCATION Project Management Fundamentals Shah Abdul Latif University Bachelors of Education, B.Ed. 08/2011 - 06/2016 Digital Communications and Collaboration Shah Abdul Latif University Masters in Commerce, Economics 08/2013 - 06/2013  PASSIONS Shah Abdul Latif University Bachelors in Science, B.Sc. Education 08/2011 - 06/2011  LANGUAGES Health Team leadership Lead by example Learning new technology Learning Artificial Intelligence AI Chat gpt Sports and music Current affairs New Market trends in AI ENGLISH SINDHI Proficient Native URDU SIRAIKI Native Advanced