Field/Project Associate - UNHCR
(2020-06 - 2026-06)
Responsible for the Implementation, management, execution of the of project cycle and project activities i.e. field activities, trainings, community meetings, sessions, community engagement and outreach to cross cutting themes health, education, Protection, Gender and Inclusion, Child Protection, Shelter, Livelihood sectors.
- Managed project planning, work plans, finance, budgets, expense settlement, monitoring and evaluation, financial and narrative reporting, resource utilization, audits and documentation, while preparing case studies, lessons learned and other knowledge products to strengthen program quality and accountability.
- Strengthened institutional and community capacity through training, coaching and technical support for staff, volunteers, implementing partners and community representatives, district administration, tehsil officials while promoting inclusive participation, transparent communication and effective community feedback and complaints mechanisms.
- Supervised project teams, coordinated with government departments, UN agencies, humanitarian partners, donors and community leaders, conducted regular field monitoring visits, and represented the organization during coordination meetings, donor missions and high-level delegations to strengthen partnerships and project visibility.
- Responsible for field, monthly progress, monitoring reports
GBV and Child Protection Specialist - SHARP
(2017-08 - 2020-06)
Led the planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring of Gender Based Violence (GBV), Child Protection (CP), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) and migration projects, including project work plans, budgets, financial management and donor reporting.
- Provided case management, psychosocial support and counseling to survivors of GBV and child abuse
- Designed and delivered training, workshops and awareness programs on GBV, Child Protection, (PSEA), MHPSS and safeguarding for staff, partners and community members, strengthening local capacity for prevention and response.
- Conducted needs assessments, managed GBV Information Management Systems (GBVIMS), integrated MHPSS into protection programming, responded to protection concerns in humanitarian settings, and ensured effective monitoring, evaluation and documentation of project outcomes.
- Coordinated with government departments, UN agencies, NGOs and community leaders to strengthen child protection and GBV response systems, promote community awareness, address protection risks and support evidence-based program planning and policy implementation.
Capacity Building Program Officer - Aurat Foundation
(2013-12 - 2017-06)
- Managed the complete project and sub grant cycle, including planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, reporting, compliance and documentation in accordance with donor requirements and grant agreements.
- Planned and delivered capacity building initiatives, including training needs assessments, pre-grant orientation sessions, workshops and technical support for partner organizations and sub grantees.
- Prepared and reviewed project budgets, progress reports and final reports, ensured grant compliance, maintained sub grant records, and supported project proposal development for new funding opportunities.
- Coordinated with government departments, donors, partners and internal teams, represented the organization in official meetings and events, and provided administrative and logistical support for project implementation and capacity building activities
Psychologist - World Vision International
(2010-11 - 2011-12)
- Provided psychological assessments, case management, psychosocial support and counseling services to vulnerable children and survivors, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to child protection principles and safeguarding standards.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions, developed case care plans, and coordinated referrals with health, legal, education and social welfare service providers to ensure comprehensive support for children at risk.
- Organized awareness sessions, parenting workshops and capacity building training for staff, teachers, community members and child protection committees to strengthen child safeguarding and positive parenting practices.
- Coordinated with government departments, NGOs, schools and community leaders to monitor child protection cases, prepare case documentation and reports, and promote the best interests, wellbeing and rights of children.
