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Under the supervision of the FAO Representative and International Provincial Programme Coordinator-Balochistan, the consultant will prepare a value chain analysis for key commodities under the "Revival of Balochistan Water Resources Programme" (RBWRP). The analysis will focus on four outcomes: evidence-based resource governance, transition to low-water-use agriculture, profitable value chains, and capacity development.• Complete the agriculture value chain analysis report initiated by… Show more Under the supervision of the FAO Representative and International Provincial Programme Coordinator-Balochistan, the consultant will prepare a value chain analysis for key commodities under the "Revival of Balochistan Water Resources Programme" (RBWRP). The analysis will focus on four outcomes: evidence-based resource governance, transition to low-water-use agriculture, profitable value chains, and capacity development.• Complete the agriculture value chain analysis report initiated by the RBWRP team.• Validate secondary data from selected river basins through field visits and stakeholder engagements.• Finalize viable value chains for the project based on the data collected.• Conduct field visits to major production hubs within the following river basins:o Pishin River Basin (Quetta, Barshor, Panjpai, Khanozai, Killa Abdullah, Mastung, Shirinab, Kalat)o Nari River Basin (Nakus, Ziarat, Duki, Chinjan, Loralai, Kohlu, Harnai, Makhtar)o Hingol River Basin (Hudishi, Dandar, Toba, Kukari Bent, Sorap, Surab, Hingol, Jahuja)o Human-e-Mashkhail Watersheds (Kharan, Washuk, Garuk, Jangian Sohro, Gowannikoh, Dalbandin Sadar, Duzab, Taftan)• Gather relevant data from stakeholders and local communities.• Identify and verify key value chain stakeholders for each commodity.• Conduct comprehensive stakeholder mapping to establish roles and contributions within the agriculture value chain.• Evaluate the availability and accessibility of essential agricultural inputs, such as seeds, fertilizers, and equipment.• Visit major markets within the river basins to analyze market trends, preferences, and commodity flows.• Assess the competitiveness of various commodities based on market prices, demand, and consumer behavior.• Provide recommendations on the most commercially viable value chains for the project.• Develop guidelines for implementing commercial grants in the selected clusters of river basins. Show less

● Identify (from the existing list of Lead Firms) and other market players who shall potentially develop backward and forward linkages with Dates FMCs members and SMEs (dates, olives). These market players may include but not be limited to dates processors, shops, superstores, traders, exporters, middlemen, feed suppliers, etc. This includes signing at least 20 letter of intents (LoIs) between Lead Firms/lead SMEs and SMEs/FMC members.● Ensure that unique sales transactions are completed… Show more ● Identify (from the existing list of Lead Firms) and other market players who shall potentially develop backward and forward linkages with Dates FMCs members and SMEs (dates, olives). These market players may include but not be limited to dates processors, shops, superstores, traders, exporters, middlemen, feed suppliers, etc. This includes signing at least 20 letter of intents (LoIs) between Lead Firms/lead SMEs and SMEs/FMC members.● Ensure that unique sales transactions are completed between FMC members of all the selected districts and market players. The consultant has to support at least two FMCs/ members/SMEs for finalising transactions. The transactions may include;● Financial transaction between a FMC and market player/ lead firm for procuring inputs or selling products.● Establishing a supply chain mechanism of the FMCs with lead firms or existing market players like supply of olive, olive oil, olive tea, dates, dates syrup and other value added products to medium to large sized businesses in cities.● Placement of fresh or value added products to domestic and international marts and expos.● Providing access to processing/ value addition facilities operated by lead firms for farmers for increasing their product value● Providing access to various markets to farmers/ SMEs through private market operators.● Designing a customized joint intervention among the farmers and lead firms for shared services (Subcontracting part of the process or whole component of a value to farmers by lead firms).● In coordination with GRASP partners including, PPAF (along with four PPAF partners), FAO, SMEDA, foster relationships of the GRASP’s dates & olive farmers and SMEs that include particularly Farmer Market Collectives in the selected districts (with dates and olives as selected value chain – list attached).● Ensure recording and collection of means of verifications for each transaction/ relationship.● Any other task assigned by Provincial Lead. Show less

• Support the CARE Component 1 Pakistan Team in customizing the Balochistan Agro-Meteorological Advisory System to meet stakeholders’ requirements by conducting comprehensive analyses of weather/climate impacts on crops, developing relevant climate service tools, and integrating agricultural management systems.• Work with the RIMES Systems Development Team, the Balochistan Agriculture Department, and government partners to develop… Show more • Support the CARE Component 1 Pakistan Team in customizing the Balochistan Agro-Meteorological Advisory System to meet stakeholders’ requirements by conducting comprehensive analyses of weather/climate impacts on crops, developing relevant climate service tools, and integrating agricultural management systems.• Work with the RIMES Systems Development Team, the Balochistan Agriculture Department, and government partners to develop weather-informed decision-making tools and climate resilience strategies, providing expert guidance on sustainable agricultural practices.• Continuously evaluate and refine the Advisory System based on stakeholder feedback, participate in outreach programs, and contribute to technical documentation and economic assessments. Show less

• Headed program and implementation department overseeing 70+ projects.• Initiated project planning and consultancy with national and international partners.• Secured funding totaling PKR 1 billion for various projects.• Expert in project management, emphasizing gender, disability, DRR, and aging in all initiatives.• Conducted consultancies as Master Trainer and Research Expert globally.• Represented at international conferences and workshops across several countries.

• Provide mentoring and coaching for youth to launch business startups.• Develop pre-feasibility studies for new ventures.• Judge business idea competitions and evaluate business plans.• Facilitate student placements with major brands for market research.• Foster strong industry-academia linkages.• Serve as an external advisor for startups during their research phase.• Connect students with banks, employers, SMEDA, and startup support providers.• Arrange resources… Show more • Provide mentoring and coaching for youth to launch business startups.• Develop pre-feasibility studies for new ventures.• Judge business idea competitions and evaluate business plans.• Facilitate student placements with major brands for market research.• Foster strong industry-academia linkages.• Serve as an external advisor for startups during their research phase.• Connect students with banks, employers, SMEDA, and startup support providers.• Arrange resources for startups, including organizational, operational, marketing, and legal needs.• Organize exposure visits to potential markets based on the "seeing is believing" model.• Train students on e-commerce platforms like Daraz and Amazon to help them market and sell products, earning money while supporting industries with limited marketing capabilities. Show less

• Enhanced Advocacy and Capacity Building for Senior Citizens and Social Welfare Initiatives• Improve sensitization of council members on the rights of older men and women and the Senior Citizen Act.• Provide technical support to the social welfare department to develop Standard Operating Procedures and rules of business for monitoring activities.• Raise awareness among Members of the Provincial Assembly and local elected representatives on the Senior Citizen Act.• Build the… Show more • Enhanced Advocacy and Capacity Building for Senior Citizens and Social Welfare Initiatives• Improve sensitization of council members on the rights of older men and women and the Senior Citizen Act.• Provide technical support to the social welfare department to develop Standard Operating Procedures and rules of business for monitoring activities.• Raise awareness among Members of the Provincial Assembly and local elected representatives on the Senior Citizen Act.• Build the capacity of the SDGs Task Force in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.• Conduct sensitization and briefings with standing committees and Public Accounts Committees of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial assembly.• Develop roles of business for the implementation of the Senior Citizen Act 2014 by the government of KP.• Establish linkages with media, and conduct sensitization and advocacy through media products.• Sensitize government officials in the Ministries of Health, Social Welfare, Planning and Development, Finance, and Local Government.• Provide regular technical assistance, linkage development, and capacity building to the social welfare department for women development, gender mainstreaming, disability inclusion, and registration of small community-based organizations, especially women-headed village-based organizations.• Develop linkages and presentations for international donors, including UN agencies, on behalf of the social welfare department.• Facilitate the department in the smooth transition to newly merged districts.• Provide technical inputs for formulating a 10-year development plan for merged areas (FATA) with a gender mainstreaming approach. Show less

Enhancing Product Quality and Ensuring Food Safety and Hygiene• Improve product quality and ensure food safety and hygiene through international certifications such as Global GAP, HACCP, HALAL, SEDEX, BRC, ISO 22000, and PSQCA.• Build capacity of farmers, processors, traders, and logistics companies regarding certification and SPS protocols.• Develop supply chain infrastructure, including the provision of machinery and equipment and the establishment of pack houses… Show more Enhancing Product Quality and Ensuring Food Safety and Hygiene• Improve product quality and ensure food safety and hygiene through international certifications such as Global GAP, HACCP, HALAL, SEDEX, BRC, ISO 22000, and PSQCA.• Build capacity of farmers, processors, traders, and logistics companies regarding certification and SPS protocols.• Develop supply chain infrastructure, including the provision of machinery and equipment and the establishment of pack houses, slaughterhouses, and meat processing facilities.• Enhance quality improvement and support services through training of trainers in agriculture and livestock on sanitary and phytosanitary standards and good agricultural practices.• Implement a market linkage program, including participation in international exhibitions, promotional campaigns, domestic market linkages, and the establishment of state-of-the-art slaughterhouses.• Establish a traceability system in horticulture and livestock farming. Show less

Training and Capacity Building for RMGCs and Women Entrepreneurs• Conduct training needs assessment (TNA) for RMGC staff and trainees.• Develop customized training manuals based on TNA findings.• Impart one-day entrepreneurship training sessions.• Develop a marketing strategy for RMGCs.• Suggest potential market linkages with private sector academia for research and development, and IT firms for physical and online marketing.• Record feedback from trainees on the… Show more Training and Capacity Building for RMGCs and Women Entrepreneurs• Conduct training needs assessment (TNA) for RMGC staff and trainees.• Develop customized training manuals based on TNA findings.• Impart one-day entrepreneurship training sessions.• Develop a marketing strategy for RMGCs.• Suggest potential market linkages with private sector academia for research and development, and IT firms for physical and online marketing.• Record feedback from trainees on the training program.• Assess staff understanding of their job descriptions.• Evaluate assistance provided by RMGCs to enterprises in the ready-made garment industry.• Propose strategies for trainees to meet market demands.• Orient trainees on accessing credit and grant facilities from the public and private sectors.• Educate trainees on developing linkages with leading designers for market-oriented products.• Guide trainees on membership criteria for women chambers.• Educate trainees on creating social media pages for their businesses and product displays.• Inform women trainees about facilities at women business development centers (WBDCs) established by SIDB.• Identify success stories of women trained at RMGCs who are running independent businesses, and present them as role models.• Train women on business plan development.• Develop a work plan for each trainee, supervised by RMGCs and WBDCs, to ensure center sustainability. Show less

Training Delivered to Youth on Social Enterprise Development• Youth Entrepreneurship: April 9, College of Home Economics, Peshawar• Youth Entrepreneurship: April 11, College of Home Economics, Peshawar• Accounting and Bookkeeping: April 11, 2019, Chamber of Commerce, Mardan• Livestock Disease Control and Health Management: April 17, 2019, Dairy & Cattle Association KP/Palosai Maghdarzai Dairy Farm Association, Peshawar• Use of Modern Machinery and Technology in Dairy:… Show more Training Delivered to Youth on Social Enterprise Development• Youth Entrepreneurship: April 9, College of Home Economics, Peshawar• Youth Entrepreneurship: April 11, College of Home Economics, Peshawar• Accounting and Bookkeeping: April 11, 2019, Chamber of Commerce, Mardan• Livestock Disease Control and Health Management: April 17, 2019, Dairy & Cattle Association KP/Palosai Maghdarzai Dairy Farm Association, Peshawar• Use of Modern Machinery and Technology in Dairy: April 20, 2019, Livestock Expo, Kabal Ground, Swat• Filing of Income and Sales Tax Returns: April 22, 2019, Marble Association, Warsak Road, Peshawar• Small Business Startup and Management: April 23, 2019, College of Home Economics, Peshawar• Use of Modern Machinery and Technology in Dairy: April 25, 2019, Dairy & Cattle Association KP/Regi Dairy Farm Association, Peshawar• Entrepreneurship and its Components (In-House): April 29, 2019, Women Business Center, Panam Dehri, Peshawar• Problems in Agricultural Products for Women Entrepreneurs (In-House): May 2, 2019, Women Business Center, Choha Gujar, Peshawar• Texture Design & Product Management (In-House): May 3, 2019, Women Skill Center, City Town, Peshawar• Small Business Startup and Management (In-House): May 3, 2019, Women Business Development Center (WBDC), Peshawar• Preparation of Agricultural Value-Added Products (In-House): May 4, 2019, Women Business Center, Chamkani, Peshawar• These sessions covered various aspects of social enterprise development, from entrepreneurship and accounting to livestock management and modern technology use in dairy farming, aimed at empowering youth and women entrepreneurs in Peshawar and Mardan. Show less

Business Development support Services to Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) of KP, FATA/ Merged Districts and Baluchistan with the support of SMEDA (Small Medium Enterprise Development Authority) at KP, FATA/ Merge Districts and Baluchistan. SMEDA is funded by Ministry of Industries and Production in order to build the capacities of Pakistan including both farm and nonfarm based along with shifting them from in formal to formal business. The role of the assignment include invitation to SMEs… Show more Business Development support Services to Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) of KP, FATA/ Merged Districts and Baluchistan with the support of SMEDA (Small Medium Enterprise Development Authority) at KP, FATA/ Merge Districts and Baluchistan. SMEDA is funded by Ministry of Industries and Production in order to build the capacities of Pakistan including both farm and nonfarm based along with shifting them from in formal to formal business. The role of the assignment include invitation to SMEs, logistics arrangement along with working as resource person.Following activities carried out during 4 years of Program Professional Training and Support for SMEs in KP, FATA/Merged Districts, and Balochistan• Comprehensive SME Training: Incorporate firm establishment, tax return filing, small business management skills, social media marketing, e-management, IPO registration and its benefits, internal controls, energy productivity, import-export documentation, financial accounting and bookkeeping, business registration requirements, Six Sigma quality control management, and other customized training.• Thematic Help Desks: Arrange thematic help desks for SMEs in business associations, chambers of commerce, and multi-business clusters to provide targeted support and guidance.• Feasibility and Value Chain Studies: Conduct feasibility studies, value chain analyses, industrial guidelines, and regulatory procedures to support SMEs in strategic decision-making and compliance.• Financial Linkages: Develop linkages between SMEs and banks for microcredit schemes, as well as other government economic development institutions to facilitate financial access and growth.• • Farm-Based Training and Support: Offer specialized training and thematic help desk activities, including livestock disease, poultry disease and health management, livestock feed management, post-harvest handling of fruits and vegetables, value addition and production techniques for tomato paste, ketchup, and pickles. Show less

As part of the SDGs Unit of the Planning and Development Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), we are tasked with developing an SDGs Framework for KP through a consultative process. This process will include provincial-level consultations followed by divisional and district-level consultations.KP is divided into seven divisions: Bannu, Dera Ismail Khan, Hazara, Kohat, Malakand, Mardan, and Peshawar, plus seven agencies of FATA, now part of KP. After the merger of FATA, the… Show more As part of the SDGs Unit of the Planning and Development Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), we are tasked with developing an SDGs Framework for KP through a consultative process. This process will include provincial-level consultations followed by divisional and district-level consultations.KP is divided into seven divisions: Bannu, Dera Ismail Khan, Hazara, Kohat, Malakand, Mardan, and Peshawar, plus seven agencies of FATA, now part of KP. After the merger of FATA, the divisions and tribal regions are subdivided into 35 districts, including 5 PATA districts, each under an appointed Commissioner.Objectives of Divisional Consultations:• Obtain feedback from district officials on the planning and implementation of development schemes, including SDGs-related projects.• Identify issues and constraints in district-level planning and implementation.• Strengthen understanding of planning and implementation mechanisms as part of the SDGs Framework for KP.To ensure a participatory consultation process, a sample of two representative districts will be covered in each division. One of these could be from the newly merged FATA in KP. Since all districts in KP follow a Show less

Consultant with AID Global on Development of SDG Framework for the Province of Khyber PakhtunkhwaScope of Work:Develop comprehensive SDGs framework for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa using a bottom-up approach and extensive consultations with line departments at both the provincial and district levels. The process will involve engaging SDGs institutional structures, including the Parliamentary Task Force and the Provincial Technical Committee (PTC). Supervised by the Project Director… Show more Consultant with AID Global on Development of SDG Framework for the Province of Khyber PakhtunkhwaScope of Work:Develop comprehensive SDGs framework for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa using a bottom-up approach and extensive consultations with line departments at both the provincial and district levels. The process will involve engaging SDGs institutional structures, including the Parliamentary Task Force and the Provincial Technical Committee (PTC). Supervised by the Project Director, Director General of the Sustainable Development Unit, and the Project Manager of the SDGs Support Unit, the consultant will:Analyze Government Legislation and Policies:• Review relevant government legislation, laws, plans, policies, and strategies.• Assess existing baseline data to establish an SDGs targets matrix to achieve Agenda 2030.Engage Stakeholders:• Consult with line departments and SDGs institutional structures.• Highlight the roles of development partners, civil society, and the private sector.• Identify ways to better engage these stakeholders to accelerate progress towards the SDGs.Address Socio-Economic and Governance Challenges:• Take stock of inherent socio-economic and governance challenges.Develop a Comprehensive SDGs Framework:• Create a detailed SDGs framework.• Provide guideline to departments in making informed policy decisions for mainstreaming and implementing the SDGs.Key Activities:• Conduct provincial and district-level consultations with relevant stakeholders.• Develop and validate the SDGs targets matrix.• Formulate strategies to engage development partners, civil society, and the private sector.• Address socio-economic and governance challenges within the framework.• Produce the final comprehensive SDGs framework and supplementary guidance documents.• This framework will provide a clear roadmap for the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to achieve the SDGs, ensuring effective implementation across various sectors and levels of government. Show less

• Facilitating the Government of KP for FATA merger, focusing on Health, Education, Local Government, and SME Development Authority.• Conducted personal visits to all 7 merged FATA agencies.• Identified major administrative, financial, legal, and constitutional gaps.• Advocated for youth rights in economic growth, social, political, and cultural spheres.• Addressed confusion in the KP-FATA merger process, enhancing community awareness.• Advised on service structure alignment… Show more • Facilitating the Government of KP for FATA merger, focusing on Health, Education, Local Government, and SME Development Authority.• Conducted personal visits to all 7 merged FATA agencies.• Identified major administrative, financial, legal, and constitutional gaps.• Advocated for youth rights in economic growth, social, political, and cultural spheres.• Addressed confusion in the KP-FATA merger process, enhancing community awareness.• Advised on service structure alignment and rules of business between FATA and KP.• Championed data disaggregation and M&E system improvements.• Advocated for job security for project contract staff amidst ADP transfer challenges. Show less

The project aims to develop a Decision Support System (DSS) for the agriculture sector in Balochistan, Pakistan. The system is intended to support farmers by providing accurate, timely, and relevant climate and weather information. The goal is to improve agricultural productivity and resilience to climate change through better decision-making. The DSS will integrate climate data, crop data, and predictive models to provide recommendations on crop selection, irrigation, pest management, and… Show more The project aims to develop a Decision Support System (DSS) for the agriculture sector in Balochistan, Pakistan. The system is intended to support farmers by providing accurate, timely, and relevant climate and weather information. The goal is to improve agricultural productivity and resilience to climate change through better decision-making. The DSS will integrate climate data, crop data, and predictive models to provide recommendations on crop selection, irrigation, pest management, and other agricultural practices. The project emphasizes collaboration with government agencies, research institutions, and local stakeholders, addressing key challenges like droughts, floods, and changes in temperature and precipitation patterns.• Develop and maintain the Decision Support System (DSS) under the supervision of the Agriculture Extension Department (AED) and relevant government institutions.• Integrate climate, crop, and soil data into the DSS for predictive analysis and recommendations.• Provide recommendations to farmers regarding crop selection, planting schedules, and pest management, based on climate data.• Coordinate with key stakeholders, including PMD (Pakistan Meteorological Department), PDMA, and others, for accurate and updated data collection.• Disseminate climate-related advisories to farmers through various communication channels, including mobile apps, SMS, printed materials, and local community leaders.• Conduct training sessions for farmers on the use of DSS and its tools, ensuring that they understand and implement climate-smart agriculture practices.• Collaborate with government agencies, NGOs, and research institutions to ensure the effective use and continuous improvement of the DSS. Show less

• Community Development and Stakeholder Engagement:Lead CSR projects under the "Sustainable Development and Community Empowerment in Oil & Gas Sector" initiative. Engage local stakeholders, including government, NGOs, and community leaders, to assess community needs and align corporate goals with local expectations.• Health and Education Initiatives:Develop projects to improve healthcare and education in local communities. Organize medical camps, support healthcare infrastructure… Show more • Community Development and Stakeholder Engagement:Lead CSR projects under the "Sustainable Development and Community Empowerment in Oil & Gas Sector" initiative. Engage local stakeholders, including government, NGOs, and community leaders, to assess community needs and align corporate goals with local expectations.• Health and Education Initiatives:Develop projects to improve healthcare and education in local communities. Organize medical camps, support healthcare infrastructure, and provide training for workers. Promote school infrastructure improvements, teacher training, and scholarship programs.• Environmental and Climate Change Programs:Implement environmental sustainability initiatives, such as large-scale tree plantations to combat deforestation. Promote environmental awareness through seminars in collaboration with the EPA and Department of Climate Change. Introduce climate resilience practices in agriculture and community planning.• Economic Empowerment and Vocational Training:Organize vocational training programs to enhance local employability. Support entrepreneurship with financial resources, mentorship, and training for startups. Promote modern farming techniques and value-added agricultural production to create sustainable job opportunities.• Infrastructure Development:Oversee CSR initiatives focused on improving local infrastructure, including roads, healthcare facilities, and schools. Ensure sustainable and environmentally friendly practices are integrated into all projects.• Youth and Women Empowerment:Develop programs to engage youth in productive activities such as sports and entrepreneurship. Empower women through training in agriculture, livestock, and value-added services to enhance their economic independence. Show less

The project aims to list existing government services available to women at the provincial and district levels across 26 districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The service directory created will assist DCSWs and DSWOs in developing district-specific referral mechanisms to ensure women can access required care and services. The project also includes data validation workshops and reporting to verify the accuracy of the data collected from service providers.• Responsible for overall… Show more The project aims to list existing government services available to women at the provincial and district levels across 26 districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The service directory created will assist DCSWs and DSWOs in developing district-specific referral mechanisms to ensure women can access required care and services. The project also includes data validation workshops and reporting to verify the accuracy of the data collected from service providers.• Responsible for overall coordination, implementation, and reporting of the project.• Supervise a team of male and female data collection experts.• Ensure coordination with government authorities at provincial and district levels.• Conduct field visits to verify data collection and ensure quality control.• Manage and troubleshoot the field team's challenges during the project. Show less

• Reviewed and finalized the questionnaire with inputs from KPEZDMC.• Identified all marble industries on Warsak Road, Peshawar, and its adjoining areas.• Collected data based on specific requirements described in the TORs.• Ensured correct individuals/firms were interviewed.• Successfully rolled out the data collection process and provided all necessary information collected as per the approved questionnaire.• Submitted a comprehensive and well-organized report to KPEZDMC… Show more • Reviewed and finalized the questionnaire with inputs from KPEZDMC.• Identified all marble industries on Warsak Road, Peshawar, and its adjoining areas.• Collected data based on specific requirements described in the TORs.• Ensured correct individuals/firms were interviewed.• Successfully rolled out the data collection process and provided all necessary information collected as per the approved questionnaire.• Submitted a comprehensive and well-organized report to KPEZDMC within the agreed timeline.• Presented key findings of the survey to KPEZDMC’s Management upon completion of the assignment. Show less

• Organized and conducted the International Olive Conference at BUET Khuzdar.• Presented research on sustainable business practices and global supply chain integration.• Integrating sustainability across industry sectors.• Qualifying suppliers for global supply chains.• Providing technical support for regulatory compliance.• Transferring best practices to developing countries.• Offering tools and resources to support emerging economic players.

• Initiated headhunting to find qualified SMEs and trainers. Target sectors included Manufacturing, Construction, Engineering, ICTs, Gems & Jewelry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Minerals, Dairy & Livestock, Leather, Textile/Garments, Fisheries, Tourism, Energy, Food Processing, Retail & Distribution, and service-related SMEs.• Conducted 23 training sessions across Pakistan with 732 SMEs, including 162 women. Trainings covered Accounting and Bookkeeping, Digital Media Marketing, and Sales… Show more • Initiated headhunting to find qualified SMEs and trainers. Target sectors included Manufacturing, Construction, Engineering, ICTs, Gems & Jewelry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Minerals, Dairy & Livestock, Leather, Textile/Garments, Fisheries, Tourism, Energy, Food Processing, Retail & Distribution, and service-related SMEs.• Conducted 23 training sessions across Pakistan with 732 SMEs, including 162 women. Trainings covered Accounting and Bookkeeping, Digital Media Marketing, and Sales Force Management for SMEs. Show less

• Worked with the Provincial Project Coordinator to evaluate, assess, promote, and strengthen agriculture, forestry, irrigation, and environment sector programs in Balochistan.• Led capacity-building initiatives for agriculture, forest, irrigation, and environment sectors.• Promoted and disseminated innovative interventions in relevant sectors to the communities of Balochistan.

• Facilitated Citizens’ Engagement in Development Planning (CEDP) for Village and Neighborhood Councils in District Haripur.• Conducted a comprehensive CEDP exercise in all 180 VC/NCs of Haripur.• Developed the overall framework for CEDP with the Local Government Department and GIZ.

• Trained GIZ LOGO team on Gender Responsive Research tools and conducted quantitative surveys in FATA, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Punjab.• Conducted a baseline study on governance-related perception indicators in 8-9 districts and 4 FATA agencies.

• Led capacity-building initiatives for farm and non-farm SMEs, transitioning them from informal to formal businesses.• Developed a 4-year strategic framework for SME development.• Delivered training on SME incorporation, tax filing, business management, social media marketing, financial accounting, and more.• Organized help desks and facilitated SME linkages with banks and government schemes.• Conducted feasibility studies, value chain analyses, and industrial… Show more • Led capacity-building initiatives for farm and non-farm SMEs, transitioning them from informal to formal businesses.• Developed a 4-year strategic framework for SME development.• Delivered training on SME incorporation, tax filing, business management, social media marketing, financial accounting, and more.• Organized help desks and facilitated SME linkages with banks and government schemes.• Conducted feasibility studies, value chain analyses, and industrial guidelines.• Provided specialized farm-based training and entrepreneurship programs for women and youth. Show less

• Conducted a mapping exercise of service providers for women gender-based violence survivors in 18 districts of KP.• Drafted a detailed service directory to help violence survivors locate service providers.

• Led a research project on “Legislative and Oversight Gaps on Implementation of MDG-2 (Universal Primary Education) in Pakistan” funded by UNDP.

• Collaborated in developing comprehensive capacity-building plans and manuals to evaluate and enhance agricultural education and the agriculture sector in Balochistan.• Analyzed agricultural marketing strategies to improve the local produce market within the province and across Pakistan.• Conducted training sessions to empower Balochistan farmers, aiming to boost the rural economy through enhanced local produce.• Formulated strategies for establishing market linkages between… Show more • Collaborated in developing comprehensive capacity-building plans and manuals to evaluate and enhance agricultural education and the agriculture sector in Balochistan.• Analyzed agricultural marketing strategies to improve the local produce market within the province and across Pakistan.• Conducted training sessions to empower Balochistan farmers, aiming to boost the rural economy through enhanced local produce.• Formulated strategies for establishing market linkages between farmers, processors, exporters, and value chain developers.• Developed a plan to connect farming communities with the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture Economics and Marketing. Show less

• Collaborated closely with the Provincial Project Coordinator to develop strategies for promoting agribusiness activities in agriculture, horticulture, and livestock sectors in Balochistan.• Created plans and manuals aimed at improving rural livelihoods through agribusiness interventions.• Conducted a series of training sessions for farmers on accessing value chain products in agriculture.• Led research initiatives to promote value chain assessment and value-added products in rural… Show more • Collaborated closely with the Provincial Project Coordinator to develop strategies for promoting agribusiness activities in agriculture, horticulture, and livestock sectors in Balochistan.• Created plans and manuals aimed at improving rural livelihoods through agribusiness interventions.• Conducted a series of training sessions for farmers on accessing value chain products in agriculture.• Led research initiatives to promote value chain assessment and value-added products in rural and remote areas of Balochistan.• Worked on promoting high-value and innovative crops in water-scarce areas of the province. Show less

• Established outreach services with Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Bannu, Northern Area, Abbottabad, Mardan, and FATA.• Facilitated the participation of local businessmen in 5 international exhibitions.• Ensured close coordination with the All Pakistan Commercial Exporters Association (APCEA) and the jewelry sector.• Organized and facilitated provincial-level training in the gem and jewelry sectors.• Maintained close collaboration with DG Mines & Minerals, academia… Show more • Established outreach services with Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Bannu, Northern Area, Abbottabad, Mardan, and FATA.• Facilitated the participation of local businessmen in 5 international exhibitions.• Ensured close coordination with the All Pakistan Commercial Exporters Association (APCEA) and the jewelry sector.• Organized and facilitated provincial-level training in the gem and jewelry sectors.• Maintained close collaboration with DG Mines & Minerals, academia, SMEDA, and other stakeholders for gem sector development. Show less

• Designed, implemented, monitored, and managed projects in health, safe water systems, hygiene, formal education, radicalism mitigation, school infrastructure improvement, and livelihoods in FATA.• Established the Legend School System in Khyber Agency, including student risk assessment, provision of student kits, teacher capacity building, and formation of Education Management Committees and Parent-Teacher Councils (PTCs).• Formed and built the capacity of community-based three-tier… Show more • Designed, implemented, monitored, and managed projects in health, safe water systems, hygiene, formal education, radicalism mitigation, school infrastructure improvement, and livelihoods in FATA.• Established the Legend School System in Khyber Agency, including student risk assessment, provision of student kits, teacher capacity building, and formation of Education Management Committees and Parent-Teacher Councils (PTCs).• Formed and built the capacity of community-based three-tier social organizations, including Community Organizations, Village Organizations, and Local Support Organizations.• Conducted poverty profiling to identify vulnerable groups, developed livelihood investment and business plans, and provided enterprise development training for asset beneficiaries. Show less

• Supported the development and monitoring of M&E indicators to foster a learning environment within SPO, its partners, and stakeholders.• Assisted in rolling out the MER Implementation Plan across SPO's program areas in coordination with program officers.• Analyzed targets and achievements from both output and outcome perspectives.• Reviewed final program reports to ensure compliance with donor requirements.• Developed and reviewed a standard MER checklist for field visits and… Show more • Supported the development and monitoring of M&E indicators to foster a learning environment within SPO, its partners, and stakeholders.• Assisted in rolling out the MER Implementation Plan across SPO's program areas in coordination with program officers.• Analyzed targets and achievements from both output and outcome perspectives.• Reviewed final program reports to ensure compliance with donor requirements.• Developed and reviewed a standard MER checklist for field visits and represented SPO at MER meetings with government, donors, and civil society.• Planned and conducted systematic monitoring of SPO’s field programs. • Conducted 70+ training sessions for NGOs, Nazims, and CBOs.• Established and registered 22 women’s organizations with Social Welfare.• Developed training manuals on various topics including TOT, development planning, management, and gender mainstreaming.• Formed 4 Civil Society Networks at the district level. Show less

• Coordinated with various stakeholders, including donors and implementing partners.• Developed detailed reports and concept papers.• Led community mobilization efforts.• Documented and took minutes during meetings to ensure accurate record-keeping.

• Conducted field visits and reported findings.• Led community mobilization initiatives.• Maintained strong relationships with educational institutions.• Raised awareness about environmental issues.• Organized and conducted seminars and workshops.