Sara Ahmad

Sara Ahmad --www.linkedin.com/in/sara-warwick Core Competencies Program Management Change Management Organizational Development Budgeting & Cost Control Strategy Management Leadership & Collaboration Team Development & Training Corporate Partnerships Public-Private Partnerships` Director Organizational Development Optimus Fox, Sep 2023 - Present • • • • • • To design and implement Performance Management Systems To promote organizational culture for innovation through organizational dynamics strategies To create knowledge management systems for training and development initiatives in alignment with organizational goals. To introduce organizational design strategies for effective communication streams To utilize data analytics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of organizational development initiatives and drive data-driven decision making. To devise foresight strategies for business development and organizational development World Bank – Program Management & Training Head Jun 2022- Aug 2023 Netsol Technologies • • • • • • Mid-level OD professional with expertise in project management, strategy development, training coordination, content creation, and evidence-based reporting. Led digital transformation trainings, including digital literacy and product sessions, for the provincial government of KP. Devised training strategies for the RFP bidding process. Implemented performance management strategies, including training plans, TNA, and stakeholder management to align learning with client needs. Set up and monitored technical resources like LMS and Figma for hands-on user training. Acted as an onsite Change Manager, supporting adaptability, transformation, and diversity strategies for KP's digital transformation Manager Digital Transformation & Training Sep 2021- July 2022, Netsol Technologies • • • • • Program Manager for e-governance initiatives for the Government of KP. Experienced in Pre-Sales activities with a comprehensive understanding of RFPs and the bidding process. Led the digital literacy training program for the KP Secretariat & formulated effective strategies for business development. Served as an onsite Client Success Manager, managing stakeholder relationships to ensure project success. Developed strong business analysis skills, team leadership capabilities, and a proactive, passionate approach to their area of expertise. Sr. Consultant Leadership Development & Training Sep 2013 - Present, Envision GOVERNMENT ENGINEERING ACADEMY PUNJAB WATER MANAGEMENT AND TRAINING INSTITUTE IRRIGATION DEPARTMENT, THE GOVERNMENT OF PUNJAB AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT, THE GOVERNMENT OF PUNJAB CORPORATE TRAININGS CAMPUS TO CORPORATE Tracom (Pvt) Ltd Jun 2019 – Dec 2020 Sr. Business Development • • • • • • • Acquired new business clients, generating up to $2 million in annual revenues through leads, networking, and referrals. Cultivated strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional customer experiences. Demonstrated expertise across banking, investment, credit, and insurance products. Increased revenue by targeting culturally diverse customers, including Asian Americans. Conducted stakeholder mapping and analysis. Evaluated institutional capacity and systems, identifying strategic objectives and key result areas to devise detailed strategies Established strategic objectives for turnaround, business development, and change management through consultation. Designed a Results and Resources Framework, Monitoring & Evaluation Plan, and HR Representation Plan. United Nations Development Program, Dec 2016 - Mar 2017, International Consultant for SGDs • • • • • • Supported substantive research to accelerate the achievement of SDGs in Punjab. Developed institutional partnerships with think tanks, academic institutions, and relevant organizations for research and policy work on SDGs. Analyzed and interpreted economic and statistical data on SDGs through in-depth research on economic and development issues in Punjab. Assisted in preparing high-quality briefs and notes for project management and senior officials (government and UNDP) based on substantive analysis and research. Provided logistical and substantial support for national/provincial workshops and seminars related to project activities. Assisted in project management activities, including monitoring, logistics, and procurement processes. Punjab Board of Investment and Trade Mar 2016 - Jul 2016 Assistant Manager • • • • • • • • Formulated a ONE WINDOW FACILITATION unit to streamline services for local and foreign investors through strategic policy initiatives. Facilitated new investors and Overseas Pakistanis in collaboration with public and private sector entities to boost investment in Punjab. Assisted in developing a strategic communication plan. Maintained records of rules, procedures, processes, and relevant laws to aid investors. Matched businesses to government resources and provided business-to-business referrals. Developed direct contacts with foreign embassies and ambassadors in Islamabad to link PBIT with Punjab. Targeted new investors for Punjab Province based on their requirements. Analyzed the business environment and provided policy reform recommendations to top management. The Government of Punjab, Apr 2013 - Sep 2014, Head Trainer for Digital Media • • • • Formulated Agendas in line with Punjab Government's policies for resource building and management. Developed administrative skills through customized trainings, to instill leadership and management skills. These trainings were designed to increase the productivity of already working task force in Government sector. Facilitated the working groups of the party in acquiring communication skills. Managed Punjab Government's social media and Compliant cell to facilitate the general public The Government of Punjab, Apr 2013 - Sep 2014, Associate Programme Officer • • • • I was responsible to co-ordinate/communicate among the six governmental department and the Chief Minister secretariat of Punjab. My key responsibility was to create a liaison between the Chief Minister Secretariat (Punjab) and the grieved and to work for allocation of funds for the needy as per feasibility in due course of time Developed my Leadership skills working with the bureaucrats and parliamentarians which, refined me to work as a motivated team leader encouraging my team to excel in a target oriented initiative I acquired skills of communication, Public management, coordination, data collection, record keeping, and project analysis The Government of Punjab, Jun 2012 - Oct 2012, Digital Marketing Specialist • • • Conducted a successful IT based complaint cell for effective eradication of Dengue epidemic in Punjab. Key responsibilities included coordination between Chief Minister Secretariat, Health Department, Tehsil Municipal Authorities (TMA) and the Special on Ground Teams Through the initiative I demonstrated effective project strategy and analysis leading to a wellcoordinated system between Chief Minister IT cell and government departments This forum helped me achieved the skills of Team leadership and management, Public admiration, Problem solving and record Keeping S.Nabee Bux & Sons, Jun 2007 - Dec 2011 Manager Administration • • By working in a managerial position, I acquired the skills of customer relations, and compliance. My key responsibilities included analysing market trends, and to make feasibility report for the company’s imports and sales I was responsible for team coordination, problem resolution, and record keeping Education & Trainings • • • • MA (Public Policy), University of Warwick (Coventry, UK) MA (English literature), Lahore College for Women University (Lahore, Pakistan) BA, Lahore College for Women University (Lahore, Pakistan) Training Fellowship Programme, National Democratic Institute of International Relations, Pakistan References Mujab Popalzai, CEO OptimusFox,-Omair Traiq, CEO Infinene,-