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ABDUL GHANI FARAHI

North York,ON

Summary

Experienced former Foreign Service Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the government in the field of foreign relations. Skilled in promoting regional cooperation and regional integration in the framework of regional organizations and regional mechanisms. Persian (Dari) is native language, and can speak Pashto and English too. Methodical and detail-oriented administrative professional trained in efficiently assessing documentation, applications and historical records to support accurate decisions. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
4
4
Languages

Work History

Bilateral and Multilateral Economic Development Officer

Embassy of Afghanistan in Iran
Tehran, Iran
01.2021 - 02.2023
  • Built and maintained relationships with strategic community and business leaders.
  • Conducted regular webinars and organized networking and special events.
  • Managed data and prepared reports regarding economic development goals for government and ministry’s departments.
  • Prepared reports using statistics, charts and graphs.
  • Conducted research to prepare plans by holding interviews, preparing questionnaires, reviewing various types of documents and handling field observations.
  • Responded to public inquiries and complaints.
  • Advised planning officials on project feasibility, cost-effectiveness and possible alternatives.
  • Participation in Economic Cooperation Organization meetings on behalf of Afghanistan.
  • Preparation of full reports on meetings and analysis of the matters mentioned in the meetings.

Scholarship and Training Programs Officer

Institute of Diplomacy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan
Kabul, Afghanistan
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Identifying the training needs of Ministry of Foreign Affairs employees and planning to meet these needs.
  • Negotiate with training and academic centers of partner countries to create joint training programs.
  • Conducting exams and interviews to determine the best candidates to participate in foreign training programs.
  • Holding internal training programs in cooperation with internal training and academic institutions.
  • Periodic evaluation of each training program to find weaknesses and strengths.
  • Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
  • Delivered new employee onboarding and training sessions via Zoom
  • Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
  • Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
  • Reviewed and edited all training materials for accuracy and company policy compliance.
  • Tested all training software and hardware prior to commencing training programs.
  • Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels.
  • Created in-depth training manual for all employees.
  • Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.

Translation Board Officer

Spokesperson Office, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan
Kabul, Afghanistan
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Membership in the hiring committee of translators
  • Supervising the daily translation of all announcements of Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Translation of all treaties and agreements between Afghan government and international organizations and other countries.
  • Correcting and confirming all translations made by translators and finalizing them.
  • Planning for the simultaneous translation of the speeches of Minister and Deputy Ministers of Foreign Affairs
  • Translation of more than 300 government documents and more than 1000 announcements and simultaneous translation coordination of more than 20 conferences and meetings from October 2017 to May 2018.

Bilateral and Multilateral Political and Economic Affairs

Embassy of Afghanistan in Bishkek
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
09.2015 - 10.2017

• Monitoring the newspapers and news of the host country on a daily and continuous basis.
• Identified trends in Kyrgyzstan policies and economics to assist Afghan policy making entities.
• Prepare necessary and complete responses to all inquiries from the public and media.
• Organized and planned meetings with high-level political appointees and elected officials of the host country.
• Created comprehensive political and regulatory goals, strategies and plans.
• Drafted articles, letters, reports and technical documents on policy and public affairs issues for the ministry of foreign affairs.
• Preparing daily and weekly reports on the political and economic situation of the host country and sending them to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• Holding economic meetings with companies and economic centers of the host country.

Administrative Affairs Manager

Embassy of Afghanistan in Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
08.2014 - 09.2015

• Supervising the day-to-day operations of the administrative department and staff members.
• Hiring, training, and evaluating employees and taking corrective action when necessary.
• Developing, reviewing, and improving administrative systems, policies, and procedures.
• Ensuring the offices are stocked with necessary supplies and that all equipment is working and properly maintained.
• Working with accounting team to set budgets, monitor spending, and process payroll and other expenses and collecting embassy income and transferring it to bank accounts.
• Planning, scheduling, and promoting office events, including meetings, conferences, interviews, orientations, and training sessions.
• Collecting, organizing, and storing information using computers and filing systems.
• Building and expanding on skills by engaging in educational opportunities.

Administrative Manager

DG of Diplomatic Archive, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan
Kabul, Afghanistan
06.2010 - 08.2014
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
  • Supervised staff and delegated tasks to maintain positive, productive administrative operations.
  • Met department budgets by monitoring and reporting on office expenses.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports.
  • Analyzed data related to administrative costs and spending trends to prepare budgets for personnel.
  • Developed and implemented improved filing systems for enhanced order and accuracy.
  • Streamlined and improved administrative operations by identifying automation opportunities.
  • Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
  • Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff.
  • Negotiated and executed contracts on behalf of department.
  • Created organized filing system to manage department documents.
  • Coordinated office events, seminars and meetings for staff and clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Administration And Diplomacy

Herat University
Herat, Afghanistan
03.2004 - 12.2008

Master of Arts - International Relations( Iranian Studies)

School of International Relation Iran
School Of International Relations
09.2012 - 12.2013

Skills

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Certification

Certificate in Legal Studies, National Legal Training Center, Kabul

Timeline

Bilateral and Multilateral Economic Development Officer

Embassy of Afghanistan in Iran
01.2021 - 02.2023

Scholarship and Training Programs Officer

Institute of Diplomacy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan
01.2018 - 12.2020

Translation Board Officer

Spokesperson Office, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan
01.2017 - 01.2018

Bilateral and Multilateral Political and Economic Affairs

Embassy of Afghanistan in Bishkek
09.2015 - 10.2017

Administrative Affairs Manager

Embassy of Afghanistan in Riyadh
08.2014 - 09.2015

Master of Arts - International Relations( Iranian Studies)

School of International Relation Iran
09.2012 - 12.2013

Certificate in Diplomacy, Institute of Diplomacy, Kabul

12-2011

Administrative Manager

DG of Diplomatic Archive, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan
06.2010 - 08.2014

Certificate in Legal Studies, National Legal Training Center, Kabul

03-2009

Certificate in Advocacy training course

03-2007

Bachelor of Arts - Administration And Diplomacy

Herat University
03.2004 - 12.2008
ABDUL GHANI FARAHI