概要

Experienced community development worker with 5 years of demonstrable experience in NGO and Research Organizations in leading, planning. managing and evaluating small and medium activities on poverty, food security and livelihood in poor and marginalized communities in Punjab. Proven expertise in developing advanced growing techniques, conducting stakeholder workshops, and training farmers on Climate Smart Agriculture practices specific to cereal crops and kitchen gardening and livestock managmenet. Strong advocate for gender and social inclusion, ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities for marginalized groups. Highly proficient in report writing, proposal writing and preparing comprehensive and insightful reports that effectively communicate project outcomes, research findings, and recommendations to stakeholders. Adept at delivering impactful presentations, with strong public speaking skills that engage and inform diverse audiences, from farmers and community members to government officials and donors. 

项目

Characterization and Management of Fungi Associated With Stalk Rot of Maize

工作经历

公司标识
District Agronomist
Association of Gender Awareness and Human Empowerment (AGAHE)
Aug 2023 - Jan 2024 | Multan, Pakistan

Project Name: Scalingup of Biofortifed Zinc Wheat In Punjab, Pakistan 
Project District: Multan, Khnewal, Bahawalpur
Achievements: 

Lead the development of advanced growing, cultivation, and harvesting techniques to enhance Zinc Bio Fortified Wheat and address challenges faced by farmers in assigned districts. 
Research and promote innovative agricultural strategies to mitigate the impact of climate change, changing weather patterns and insect pest issues.
Conduct comprehensive field visits to procure seed, and soil samples for meticulous analysis.
Utilize analytical insights to identify nutritional deficiencies, disease and other alteration in samples.   
Devise and execute capacity building programs to raise awareness about BZW.
Organize workshops and training sessions focused on sharing best practices for cultivation of BZW.
Collaborate closely to farmers communities to share knowledge, provide guidance and enhance their Wheat productivity.  
Collaborate closely with departments and stakeholders. to ensure alignment with project goals and timeline.   
Prepare comprehensive reports and deliver insightful presentations on findings to management, farmers and other stakeholders.

公司标识
FNS & Livelihood Officer
Doaba Foundation
Jan 2023 - May 2023 | Layyah, Pakistan

Project Name: Strengthening resilience to rising food prices in Pakistan (PAK-1128)
Project District: Layyah
Achievements: 

Provided food assistance to food and nutrition security of vulnerable populations particularly affected by hunger and malnutrition, around 4400 families (via cash and voucher transfers or in-kind contributions). 
Trained around 4440 households on Food Nutrition Security. 
Conducted Community discussion rounds on FNS with specific focus on women and girls.  
Trained 150 Farmers on improved agricultural and horticultural methods and Postharvest losses.
Provited tecnical support to 150 farmers in term of provision of seeds, fertilizer, equipment, and other inputs 
Improved access to safe drinking water through rehabilitation, installations, and maintenance of water supply systems in Layyah.

公司标识
Value Chain and Marketing Coordinator
Lodhran Pilot Project (LPP)
Jul 2022 - Dec 2022 | Multan, Pakistan

Project Name: Commercialization of Biofrotified Crops in Punjab, Pakistan 
Project Location: Multan 
Achievements: 

Led the development and implementation of a successful marketing strategy to commercialize and generate demand for Zink Wheat, effectively increasing its adoption in the target market.
Established robust partnerships and close collaborations with key government departments and stakeholders in the Climate Smart Agriculture sector, bolstering the supply of Zinc Biofortified Wheat and advocating for sustainable food system improvements.
Conducted extensive market research to identify trends, target markets, and potential sales opportunities, resulting in improved product positioning and customer engagement.
Built and nurtured strong relationships with stakeholders, segregators, aggregators, and customers, contributing to a robust value chain for Zink Biofortified Wheat.
Took an active role in capacity building initiatives for value chain actors within the Climate Smart Agriculture domain, bolstering the supply of Zinc Biofortified Wheat and advocating for sustainable food system improvements.
Regularly prepared and shared project progress reports on social media and with external stakeholders, effectively communicating project outcomes and achievements.

公司标识
Social Organizer Cum Trainer
Lodhran Pilot Project (LPP)
Oct 2021 - Jun 2022 | Multan, Pakistan

Project Name: Commercialization of Biofortified Crops (CBC) in Punjab, Pakistan
Project District: Multan
Achievements:

Successfully identified progressive and subsistence farmers who demonstrated keen interest in adopting climate-smart agriculture practices, particularly growing of Zinc Wheat varieties, effectively building a network of committed growers.
Facilitated the segregation and clustering of identified farmers for efficient grain aggregation in both project districts, optimizing the supply chain of Zinc Biofortified Wheat.
Delivered comprehensive agronomic technical assistance to farmers, enabling them to adopt best practices for improved crop yield and quality within the context of climate-smart agriculture.
Capacity Building of Zinc Wheat Grain value chain actors, including millers, retailers, market associations, and seed companies, Chamber of commerce, Food department, Agriculture Extension Department and market associations.
Presented project progress reports to superiors on a monthly/quarterly basis, providing key insights into the implementation and impact of the initiative.
Built and nurtured strong relationships with stakeholders, segregators, aggregators, and customers, contributing to a robust value chain for Zink Biofortified Wheat.
Collaborated closely to farmers communities to share knowledge, provide guidance and enhance their Wheat productivity.  

公司标识
Visiting Scientist
IOWA State University, USA
Sep 2017 - Apr 2018 | Ames, USA

Project Name: Molecular Characterization of Fusarium Isolates Associated with Stalk Rot of Maize 
Project Location: Ames, USA
Achievements: 

Conducted extensive research on 30 Fusarium species associated with Stalk rot of Maize, applying expertise in plant pathology and microbiology.
Performed pathogen isolation, propagation, DNA isolation, purification, and PCR, utilizing advanced laboratory techniques in Gleason's Lab.
Recorded, analyzed, and interpreted research findings using statistical software, providing valuable insights into the pathogenicity and virulence of the Fusarium species.
Collaborated with a team at Iowa State University Horticulture Station and greenhouses, preparing research plots and collecting yield and agronomic data after harvest.
Installed drip and sprinkle irrigation systems during experimental trials, ensuring accurate data collection and minimizing environmental impacts.

学历

Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS), University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
博士, ‎
Agriculture, Plant Pathology
Completed
2020
Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS), University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
硕士, MSc, ‎
Agriculture, Plant Pathology
CGPA 3.5/4
2013
Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS), University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
学士, BSc, ‎
Agriculture, Plant Pathology
CGPA 2.8/4
2011
Muslim Public Higher Secondary SchoolMumtazabad Multan
中级/A级, , ‎
Biology
所占比重 63%
2007
Hawks school system
大学入学/0级, , ‎
Science
2005

技能

中级 Adaptive Leadership
熟练 C++
熟练 Capacity Building
熟练 Climate Change
熟练 Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA)
熟练 Community & Stakeholder Engagement
熟练 Configuration Switches
中级 Conflict Management
熟练 Crop Managment
熟练 Data Analysis
熟练 Data Comparison
中级 End to End Sales
熟练 Executive Presentation Skills
中级 Gender and social inclusion
熟练 Green House Management
熟练 kitchen Gardening
熟练 Managing Large Teams =
熟练 MS Office 365
熟练 MS Office [Word, Excel].
熟练 MS Powerpoint
熟练 Organic Farming
熟练 Outstanding Time Management
中级 Partner Development
熟练 Partnership Development (Government)
熟练 Plant Pathology
熟练 Project Management
熟练 Report Writing
熟练 Stakeholder Engagement
熟练 Sustainable Farming
熟练 Team Building
熟练 Technical Writing
熟练 Time Management 
熟练 Vacuuming and Floor Care
熟练 إدارة فريق المشروع

语言

熟练 旁遮普语
熟练 Saraiki
中级 英语
熟练 乌尔都语