Multi-talented development / humanitarian leader bringing 24 years of experience as successful CEO / Head. Strategic problem solver and change manager. Visionary executive implements plans that meet current and future needs. Key expertise in development word.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Aga Khan Agency for Habitat
Damascus, Syria
02.2024 - Current
Developed strategic plans and objectives to ensure organizational growth and profitability.
Managed relationships with shareholders, stakeholders, customers, and other key constituents.
Oversaw all aspects of financial management, including budgeting and forecasting.
Represented the company at conferences, trade shows, networking events.
Developed creative solutions for complex problems facing the organization.
Directed the implementation of new business initiatives from concept through completion.
Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
Head of Emergency Management
Aga Khan Agency for Habitat
Damascus, Syria
07.2021 - 01.2022
Developed Emergency Management Department's priorities for Syrai as per the approved Country Strategy
Development and Implemented Emergency MAnagement Plan for the country
Trained volunteers and staff on key emergency management aspects including search and rescue, emergency evacuation, CBDRM, hazard assessments and Incident Command System
Prepared concept notes, proposals and budgets for funding
Represented organisation at different forums
Prepared and submitted project reports to stakeholders including donors
Prepared annual budget for the deparment
Head of Emergency Managment
Aga Khan Agency for Habitat
Islamabad , Pakistan
01.2017 - 06.2021
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations
University of Karachi
Karachi Pakistan
12-2003
Skills
Strategic Planning
Staff Management
Business Planning
Cash Management
Change Management
Organizational Management
Project Management
Risk Management
Stakeholder Relations
Operational Efficiency
Certification
Certified in Humanitarian Architecture from Harvard Humanitarian School
Disaster MAnagement Professional from Asian Disaster Preparedness Center Thailand
ICS/ EOC certified trainer from Justice Institute of British Colombia
Legislative Fellowship Programme - Statement Department
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Aga Khan Agency for Habitat
02.2024 - Current
Head of Emergency Management
Aga Khan Agency for Habitat
07.2021 - 01.2022
Head of Emergency Managment
Aga Khan Agency for Habitat
01.2017 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - International Relations
University of Karachi
Certified in Humanitarian Architecture from Harvard Humanitarian School
Disaster MAnagement Professional from Asian Disaster Preparedness Center Thailand
ICS/ EOC certified trainer from Justice Institute of British Colombia
Legislative Fellowship Programme - Statement Department
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