Asia Rafiq

Development and humanitarian professional with over 15 years of experience delivering impactful programs in emergency response, governance, gender equality, and community development. I specialize in program management, MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning), and advocacy, with a strong track record of working with leading international organizations including Qatar Charity, IRC, DAI, SPO, and PHDF.

I am passionate about empowering marginalized communities, promoting social inclusion, and strengthening accountability systems to ensure transparent and effective aid delivery. My experience spans multi-district program coordination, stakeholder engagement with government and civil society, and leading community-driven initiatives that create sustainable change.

Known for my strong leadership, analytical thinking, and ability to adapt in complex humanitarian settings, I bring a results-oriented approach to every project I lead. I am committed to advancing gender equality, peacebuilding, and inclusive development through evidence-based strategies and collaborative partnerships.

Project Officer at ACT-International (2025-10 – 2026-03)

• Supported implementation of WFP-supported cash and food assistance for flood-affected households, reaching 11315 beneficiaries with cash and 4,348 households with food assistance.
• Coordinated beneficiary registration, verification, and SCOPE-compliant data management, contributing to the timely disbursement of PKR 450 million in cash assistance.
• Supervised field teams to ensure inclusive, gender- and protection-sensitive delivery, prioritizing vulnerable groups including female-headed households, persons with disabilities, and minorities.
• Supported coordination, MEAL, and accountability mechanisms, including joint monitoring missions, PDM, and beneficiary feedback systems.

Outreach and Advocacy Officer at Qatar Charity (QC) (2024-10 – 2024-12)

• Led outreach and advocacy initiatives, mobilizing communities and strengthening engagement with government stakeholders.
• Designed and executed community engagement campaigns, including forums and Benazir Nashonuma outreach programs.
• Oversaw 9 districts and 35 centers, ensuring program implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Prepared donor reports and ensured safeguarding compliance.
• Supported program managers in adaptive management by analyzing field trends and recommending corrective actions.
• Built capacity of MEAL teams on data collection, reporting standards, and use of technology.

District Monitoring Officer at International Rescue Committee (IRC) (2022-10 – 2024-09)

• Established and managed MEAL systems ensuring alignment with global standards.
• Conducted verification of beneficiaries and supported data-driven decision-making.
• Designed project dashboards, tools, and monitoring systems for quality data management.
• Promoted accountability and documented lessons learned and case studies.
• Ensured effective stakeholder coordination, organizing district-level review meetings with government partners.
• Enhanced women's participation in project activities through targeted awareness sessions.

Coordination Support Officer at International Rescue Committee (IRC) (2021-02 – 2022-03)

• Liaised with stakeholders including NADRA and Election Commission to ensure project coordination.
• Designed and delivered training on women empowerment and interfaith harmony.
• Managed reporting, documentation, and facilitated review meetings.
• Strengthened local governance linkages by facilitating dialogue forums with elected representatives.

Cluster Coordinator at DAI Tabeer (2019-08 – 2020-02)

• Supervised field activities and ensured timely execution of project goals.
• Coordinated with stakeholders and led training on women empowerment and harmony.
• Prepared regular reports and guided field teams.
• Developed project communication materials and advocacy briefs for awareness campaigns.

Program Officer at Journalist Democracy for Human Rights (2018-09 – 2019-03)

• Conducted field visits, FGDs, and beneficiary verification.
• Implemented project activities and supported donor coordination.
• Coordinated with government stakeholders for voter registration awareness and gender inclusion efforts.

Cluster Coordinator at DAI AAWAZ Program (2018-02 – 2018-08)

• Led training sessions on empowerment and CNIC awareness.
• Supervised operations, ensured donor compliance, and managed budgets.
• Built community awareness on domestic violence laws and women's protection measures.

Local Resource Person at Strengthening Participatory Organization (SPO) (2016-06 – 2018-02)

• Delivered training on gender equality and rights awareness.
• Collected and managed data on violence against women (VAW).
• Supported proposal development, donor reporting, and compliance with financial guidelines.
• Coordinated flood response activities including shelter, food, and health support distribution.

Finance/Program Officer at Pakistan Human Development Foundation (PHDF) (2009-01 – 2016-06)

• Managed financial reports, budgeting, and donor compliance.
• Led emergency flood response operations and community awareness programs.

LLB – B.Z.U Multan (2022)

M.A in Islamiat – B.Z.U Multan (2013)