Program Officer
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With over 19 years of experience in program/project management, implementation, capacity building, monitoring, and evaluation in the development sector, I possess a strong background in managing projects and teams in diverse settings, including remote and challenging areas of Punjab, Pakistan. My expertise spans working with NGOs, INGOs, consulting organizations, and the public sector. I have a proven track record of developing and maintaining effective partnerships with government officials, local government systems, community members, line departments, and NGOs, particularly in the health, population, and education sectors.
Additionally, I have participated in numerous seminars, workshops, and training activities, honing my interpersonal skills and ability to operate effectively in multicultural environments with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Program Officer - Punjab Social Protection Authority - Lahore
(2025-12 - 2026-06)
Demonstrated strong capacity for program planning, coordination, and management, with solid experience in results-based reporting, monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and establish productive working relationships with government counterparts, world bank, NGOs, and community partners. Brings strong interpersonal and communication skills, sound judgment, initiative and resilience in navigating complex and high-pressure operational environments.
Project Assistant - Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN) - Sargodha
(2023-06 - 2025-12)
Assist in program implementation, field staff and health practitioner training, documentation management, event organization, drafting official correspondence and reports, and preparation of meeting minutes; also support data management and quality reporting, maintain project records, coordinate inter-departmental logistics and visits, and contribute to work plans, budgets, IPC system and waste management training, and timely compliance reporting as assigned by the supervisor.
Program Coordinator - Majlis Tahaffaz Maholiat (MTM) - Sargodha
(2022-05 - 2023-05)
Oversee the program and field team, managing their performance to meet targets and outputs, while coordinating with district-level partners across various departments. HR management, planning, and implementing programs according to designed objectives, as well as collaborating with regional and national managers. Monitor program interventions, including community awareness and mobilization activities, and develop effective tools and databases for tracking progress.
Document field observations, identify gaps, and work with partners and program staff to develop action plans, ensuring effective program implementation and monitoring in target projects area especially follow up of past projects of the organization on Bio Gas plants, drainage system, kitchen Garding etc.
Zonal Manager - International Rescue Committee Pakistan (IRC) - Sargodha, Sheikhupura
(2020-12 - 2022-04)
Coordinate with district government, ECP, and NADRA to facilitate women's CNIC registration, collaborating with stakeholders from education, health, and population departments. Identify and manage social mobilizers to work with local communities, conduct mobilization meetings with influential stakeholders, and supervise fieldwork. Organize training for field staff, manage administrative and financial matters, and finalize lists of UCs/areas for CNIC registration.
Develop effective tools and databases for monitoring the registration process, ensuring efficient record-keeping and data management for CNIC registration with NADRA.
Head of Operation - Aurat Publication and information Services Foundation - Gujranwala Division (Gujranwala, Gujrat, Narowal, Sailkot, MB Din, Hafizabad)
(2018-02 - 2020-11)
Coordinate with divisional and district-level administrations and stakeholders, conducting monthly meetings with staff, influential community leaders, and line departments. Develop effective tools and databases for monitoring registration processes, as well as conducting awareness campaigns on the benefits of NSER (BISP) in collaboration with community stakeholders. Monitor and evaluate the approved work plan, reporting on progress and sharing updates with the Team Leader, ensuring effective implementation and progress tracking.
Food Fortification Officer/Facilitator (consultant) - Nutrition International - Faisalabad, Lahore, TT Singh, Jhang, DG Khan, Multan, RY Khan and Mazaferghar
(2018-01 - 2020-05)
Coordinate fortification activities in the field, meeting with key stakeholders from various departments and industries to promote sustainable oil fortification. Plan and conduct trainings for mill staff, food inspectors, and laboratory personnel on quality assurance and control processes. Ensure the smooth supply of test kits, conduct regular mill and market visits to ensure adequately fortified oil production and supply, and collect and test oil samples.
Coordinate with laboratories and enforcement bodies to ensure compliance and conduct market and household surveys to monitor the availability of fortified oil. Recognized as the Best FFF in 2019 by FFP.
District Coordinator - Aurat Publication and information Services Foundation - Sargodha
(2012-11 - 2017-10)
Oversee district-level program implementation, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation in collaboration with Health, Education, Population, Social Welfare, and Police departments, while managing stakeholder engagement, staff supervision, capacity building, reporting, and administrative, financial, and logistical operations. Supervise the sewerage system established by the partner organization in project area to ensure effective service delivery and community support.
District Project Officer - Marie Stops Society - Khushab/Hafizabad
(2008-04 - 2012-11)
Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for project activities, ensuring effective planning, implementation, monitoring, and control according to standard business practices. Foster strong relationships with government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders to advance reproductive health initiatives. Conduct monthly meetings with line departments, supervise project operations, and develop teamwork among staff through guidance and leadership.
Monitor project activities, evaluate staff performance, and identify training needs to enhance team capacity. Oversee logistical arrangements, facilitate visits from donors and partner organizations, and manage financial and administrative tasks in accordance with organizational guidelines and instructions.
Assistant District Program Manager Health - National Commission for Human Development (NCHD) - Hafizabad/Lodran
(2007-02 - 2008-04)
Oversee the effective implementation of the project, monitoring all program interventions, including community awareness and mobilization activities. Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation on a fortnightly basis to track progress and identify areas for improvement. Document field observations, gaps, and findings, and collaborate with relevant partners and program staff to develop agreed-upon action plans.
Participate in review meetings with the Health and Population Department at the district level and facilitate community engagement activities, including identifying and training volunteers. Support the central/provincial M&E unit in developing key compliance and quality standards for monitoring project performance, ensuring that project activities meet established benchmarks and quality expectations.
Markaz Coordinator - National Commission for Human Development - Hafizabad
(2006-07 - 2007-02)
Facilitate teacher training and capacity building initiatives at the Union Council level, ensuring 100% participation of teachers in workshops. Support Assistant Education Officers (AEOs) and (LCs) in conducting teacher training sessions, particularly for baseline surveys. Enable teachers through regular field visits to hold community meetings, identify volunteers, prepare UPE registers, and facilitate enrollment and reporting. Build teacher capacity through demonstration.
