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Abdul Basir Rasol

North York,ON

Summary

Program Management and Coordination | Expertise in Planning, Execution, Monitoring, and Control | Proven Experience in Rural Development, Gender Equality, Good Governance, Organizational Development, and CSO Capacity Building Projects

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Officer

Liliane Fonds
S'Hertegenbosch , Brabant , Netherlands
12.2023 - 07.2024
  • Collect and review all program-related research to gain a comprehensive understanding of community rehabilitation initiatives conducted through examinations of mid-term and final program evaluations, both internal and from partner organizations.
  • Identify research methodologies and summarize evaluation findings to facilitate learning and inform future program development.
  • Focus on identifying best practices and lessons learned from implemented programs for future initiatives.
  • Develop a database to record all program research and evaluation reports.
  • Maintain detailed records of organizational development evaluations conducted by the Liliane Foundation in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

Timeline Developer

Stichting NICC (Netherlands International Cooperation Collection)
Hague, The Netherlands
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Research themes such as climate change, gender, and peace and security for timeline development.
  • Develop timelines providing historical overviews of the Netherlands’ international cooperation activities focused on sustainable development.
  • Create country-specific timelines that outline the development cooperation relationship between the Netherlands and partner countries over time.
  • Ensured timelines serve as a resource for users to understand key milestones in international cooperation and sustainable development efforts.

B Corp Certification Manager

GreenDreamCompany, Cultural Family Edutainment
Zaltbomel, Gelderland , The Netherlands
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Lead the company's efforts to achieve and maintain B Corp certification by ensuring compliance with rigorous social, environmental, and governance standards.
  • Collaborat with multiple departments to align company practices with B Corp requirements and foster cross-functional teamwork.
  • Drove continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sustainability and corporate responsibility across the organization.
  • Promote and cultivate a culture of sustainability and social responsibility within the company.

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Afghan Asylum Seeker Support Coordinator /Translator and Interpreter

Oxfam Novib
Amsterdam , The Netherlands
09.2021 - 10.2022
  • Coordinate and facilitate meetings between Afghan evacuees, immigration lawyers, and Oxfam family liaisons to ensure clear and effective communication.
  • Provide precise translation services during meetings and translate essential documents to guarantee understanding.
  • Explain asylum procedures and legal rights to Afghan evacuees in the Netherlands based on legal guidance, helping them understand their legal status and navigate the asylum process.
  • Advise evacuees on educational opportunities and job search strategies, including resume writing and interview preparation.
  • Advocate for the evacuees' needs and rights, collaborating with organizations and stakeholders to deliver comprehensive support.
  • Assist in accessing and utilizing community resources to meet their needs.

Program Manager

Oxfam Novib
Kabul , Afghanistan , Afghanistan
04.2019 - 08.2021
  • Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources.
  • Coordinated four national partner organizations, local government departments, and 54 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) for capacity-building initiatives.
  • Managed a sub-granting scheme consisting of 30 sub-grantee projects.
  • Collaborated with teams across departments to develop effective strategies for executing programs.
  • Provided technical support to sub-grantees on project cycle management, advocacy, and campaign strategies.
  • Led fundraising efforts through writing concept notes and project proposals.
  • Coordinated reporting by implementing partners, ensuring compliance with donor requirements.
  • Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of the program initiatives.
  • Prepared and submitted annual and final reports to the donor.

Project Manager

Oxfam Novib
Kabul , Afghanistan
04.2017 - 03.2019
  • Coordination of implementing partners in enabling civil society organizations through delivering training on the budget process and budget advocacy.
  • Planning and overseeing the project to ensure its timely and on-budget implementation,
  • Coordination of a sub-granting scheme.
  • Development of the Monitoring Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) plan jointly with the MEAL department,
  • Conduct quarterly monitoring to optimally (re)allocate resources and annual evaluation of the project by applying Outcome Harvesting in order to identify outcome level changes, document success stories, and reflect them in the annual donor reports.
  • Lead the annual and final reporting.
  • Representing the Governance pillar in fundraising opportunities.

Project Coordinator

Oxfam Novib
Kabul Afghanistan , Kabul
04.2015 - 03.2017
  • Led the planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closing of a good governance project funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands.
  • Coordinated project implementation with two national implementing partners.
  • Led the preparation of annual and final project reports.
  • Ensured continuous flow of information among team members for effective collaboration.
  • Analyzed data related to projects in order to identify areas for improvement or optimization opportunities.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members by providing creative solutions that addressed all parties' needs.
  • Facilitated meetings between stakeholders to discuss project requirements, objectives or outcomes.

Project Officer

Oxfam Novib
Kabul A, Afghanistan
07.2013 - 03.2015
  • Developed and implemented project management plans to ensure successful delivery of projects.
  • Planned and monitored a peace-building project funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands.
  • Monitored the activity plan, conducted field visits, and collected partner reports for consolidation in annual reports to the donor and senior management.
  • Facilitated monthly partner coordination meetings and regional quarterly meetings between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
  • Coordinated exposure visits to enhance cross-regional learning and collaboration between Afghanistan and Pakistan .
  • Reviewed and monitored project deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and quality assurance.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant policies, procedures, standards, regulations and legislation related to projects.
  • Managed financial aspects of allocated projects including budgeting, forecasting, expenditure tracking and reporting processes.
  • Supported senior management in decision making activities related to ongoing projects.
  • Documented lessons learned from completed projects for use by other teams or departments.

Admin and Payroll Officer

ANHAM FZCO LLC
Mazar E Sharif , Balkh , Afghanistan
02.2010 - 06.2013
  • Processed payroll data and maintained accurate records of employee time, wages, deductions, taxes, benefits, and other information.
  • Created reports to monitor changes in salary, overtime payments, vacation time, insurance coverage and other relevant employee information.
  • Reconcile payroll prior to submission and validate confirmed reports for accuracy.
  • Manage workflows to ensure timely and accurate processing of all payroll transactions.
  • Oversee daily payroll department operations.
  • Ensure proper taxation of employer-paid benefits in compliance with regulations.
  • Accurately calculate and process garnishments in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Execute timesheet and attendance processing, ensuring seamless integration with payroll systems.
  • Update and reconcile monthly bank statements for payroll-related transactions.
  • Prepare and submit accurate year-end reports as required.
  • Manage the annual leave process and maintain accurate staff attendance records.
  • Organize meetings and workshops to support team coordination and project planning.
  • Collaborate with departments, providing consultation to line managers on policy implementation and procedures.
  • Administer payroll and maintain comprehensive employee records.
  • Plan and schedule staff training sessions to support professional development.

Education

Master of Arts - International Law / Human Rights

Kateb University
Kabul , Afghanistan
09-2015

Bachelor of Arts - Law And Political Science

Aria University
Balkh , Afghanistan
04-2011

Skills

  • Training delivery
  • Organizational Development
  • Learning Management Systems
  • Needs Assessment
  • Creative Solution Development
  • Attention to Detail
  • Focus Group Coordination
  • Assignment Delegation
  • Job Skill Building
  • Program Monitoring and Tracking
  • Budget Administration

Languages

English
Full Professional
Farsi
Native/ Bilingual
Indi
Limited
Dutch
Limited
Uzbek
Elementary
Pashto
Limited

Timeline

Program Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Officer

Liliane Fonds
12.2023 - 07.2024

Timeline Developer

Stichting NICC (Netherlands International Cooperation Collection)
08.2023 - 11.2023

B Corp Certification Manager

GreenDreamCompany, Cultural Family Edutainment
01.2023 - 07.2023

Afghan Asylum Seeker Support Coordinator /Translator and Interpreter

Oxfam Novib
09.2021 - 10.2022

Program Manager

Oxfam Novib
04.2019 - 08.2021

Project Manager

Oxfam Novib
04.2017 - 03.2019

Project Coordinator

Oxfam Novib
04.2015 - 03.2017

Project Officer

Oxfam Novib
07.2013 - 03.2015

Admin and Payroll Officer

ANHAM FZCO LLC
02.2010 - 06.2013

Master of Arts - International Law / Human Rights

Kateb University

Bachelor of Arts - Law And Political Science

Aria University
Abdul Basir Rasol