Nasim Dawar

Assessment, evaluation, and data analytics professional with more than 15 years of progressive experience leading monitoring, evaluation, research, performance measurement, and organizational learning initiatives across education, government, nonprofit, and international development sectors. Strong background designing evaluation frameworks, managing complex data collection efforts, conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis, producing executive reports and dashboards, and translating complex findings into actionable recommendations for leadership and stakeholders. Experienced supporting strategic planning, program improvement, grant-funded initiatives, student outcome analysis, stakeholder engagement, data quality assurance, and evidence-based decision-making.

Skilled in SPSS, Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau, survey design, performance reporting, and data visualization.

Assessment & Evaluation Analyst - ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (ACPS) - Alexandria, Virginia

(2025-02)

• Analyze student attendance, engagement, intervention, and outcome data to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for school improvement.
• Conduct students and family needs assessments using quantitative and qualitative methods to identify barriers affecting attendance, engagement, and academic success.
• Collect, validate, organize, and interpret student, family, and program data to support evidence-based decision-making by school and district leadership.
• Prepare reports, presentations, executive summaries, and analytical briefs for administrators, principals, counselors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitor intervention effectiveness and evaluate program outcomes using attendance data, performance indicators, and student support documentation.
• Collaborate with principals, counselors, teachers, social workers, families, and community partners to strengthen student support strategies and improve service delivery.
• Present findings, recommendations, and performance updates to school leadership teams and stakeholder groups in a clear, practical, and action-oriented manner.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with confidentiality requirements and student data management standards.

Program Manager, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning - COUNTERPART INTERNATIONAL - Washington, DC

(2023-01 - 2025-03)

• Led monitoring, evaluation, learning, and performance measurement activities across multiple international programs and organizational initiatives.
• Designed performance management frameworks, indicators, dashboards, reporting systems, and data collection processes to strengthen accountability and decision-making.
• Directed quantitative and qualitative analysis using SPSS, Excel, and business intelligence tools to support executive leadership, program teams, and external stakeholders.
• Produced executive reports, performance dashboards, analytical briefs, presentations, and evidence-based recommendations for senior leadership.
• Developed surveys, assessments, interview protocols, data collection instruments, and evaluation methodologies to support organizational learning and performance improvement.
• Provided technical leadership and training on data quality assurance, reporting standards, performance measurement, and evaluation practices.
• Collaborated with executive leadership and program teams to support strategic planning, continuous improvement, and organizational effectiveness.
• Strengthened data utilization by translating complex findings into clear, practical recommendations for management and program improvement.

Program Director, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning - MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY - Kabul, Afghanistan

(2019-03 - 2022-03)

• Directed large-scale monitoring, evaluation, research, and performance measurement activities supporting education and development programs.
• Managed assessments, surveys, evaluations, and data collection activities across multiple provinces and program sites.
• Designed research methodologies, monitoring frameworks, indicators, and performance measurement systems to assess program implementation and results.
• Led quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate program effectiveness, outcomes, risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepared strategic reports, executive presentations, and recommendations for university leadership, government stakeholders, and international donors.
• Oversaw data quality assurance systems and ensured compliance with approved research, evaluation, and reporting methodologies.
• Supervised and guided technical teams involved in monitoring, reporting, field data collection, and evaluation activities.
• Facilitated stakeholder consultations and translated technical findings into actionable recommendations for leadership decision-making.

Regional Program Specialist, Monitoring & Evaluation - IDS INTERNATIONAL - Kabul, Afghanistan

(2017-09 - 2019-03)

• Supported the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems across multiple programs and geographic regions.
• Developed indicators, reporting tools, monitoring frameworks, performance tracking systems, and data collection methodologies.
• Conducted assessments, stakeholder interviews, focus groups, monitoring visits, and field verification activities.
• Analyzed quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends, implementation challenges, performance gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Produced analytical reports, presentations, findings summaries, and recommendations supporting leadership and program management decisions.
• Provided technical guidance on data quality, reporting standards, performance measurement, and evaluation practices.
• Supported program teams in improving reporting accuracy, accountability systems, and data utilization.

Senior Program Specialist, Monitoring & Verification - SOCIAL IMPACT INC. - Kabul, Afghanistan

(2015-12 - 2017-08)

• Managed monitoring, verification, and data quality assessment activities supporting donor-funded development programs.
• Conducted performance reviews, validation exercises, and data quality assessments to strengthen reporting accuracy and accountability.
• Reviewed large datasets to identify trends, inconsistencies, reporting gaps, and implementation challenges.
• Produced technical reports, findings summaries, analytical products, and recommendations for leadership, clients, and stakeholders.
• Coordinated stakeholder consultations and supported organizational learning, program improvement, and evidence-based decision-making.
• Strengthened program oversight through monitoring systems, verification activities, data validation, and performance assessments.

Program Adviser, Monitoring & Evaluation - INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE SERVICE CORPS (IESC) - Kabul, Afghanistan

(2012-06 - 2013-12)

• Supported monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and performance measurement activities across multiple development projects.
• Assisted in developing indicators, monitoring plans, reporting frameworks, performance tracking tools, and data collection methodologies.
• Conducted performance assessments, analytical reviews, and evaluation activities supporting project management decisions.
• Prepared technical reports, data summaries, findings, and performance updates for management and donor audiences.
• Collaborated with technical teams to improve reporting quality, data utilization, and performance measurement systems.
• Supported continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, field monitoring, and evidence-based recommendations.

Team Leader, Monitoring & Evaluation - DEVELOPMENT ALTERNATIVES INC. (DAI) - Kabul, Afghanistan

(2011-07 - 2012-06)

• Led field monitoring and evaluation activities supporting governance and development programs.
• Supervised data collection teams and ensured compliance with approved methodologies, quality standards, and reporting requirements.
• Designed monitoring tools, survey instruments, reporting templates, and performance tracking systems.
• Conducted data analysis and prepared reports highlighting implementation progress, performance results, and program challenges.
• Facilitated stakeholder discussions, learning reviews, and program performance assessments to improve project effectiveness.
• Supported management decision-making through data-driven reporting, field findings, and performance analysis.

Program Officer, Monitoring & Evaluation - CREATIVE ASSOCIATES INTERNATIONAL - Kabul, Afghanistan

(2009-06 - 2011-07)

• Supported monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and assessment activities for education and development programs.
• Assisted with survey implementation, field monitoring, data collection, verification, and reporting activities.
• Reviewed and analyzed program data to support planning, management, and operational decision-making.
• Prepared reports, presentations, performance summaries, and analytical updates for project leadership and stakeholders.
• Supported external evaluations, special studies, and organizational learning initiatives.
• Contributed to data quality assurance, performance monitoring, and reporting processes.

Master of Business Administration - MBA - ISBM University

Bachelor of Science - Education, Training & Capacity Building - Balkh University