Abdul Rashid

Founded and scaled an AI automation agency providing WhatsApp automation, CRM integration, website development, and digital marketing to Freetown-based SMEs. Developed business strategy, pricing models, and client acquisition pipelines, positioning the agency 20-40% below competing regional agency rates.

Deployed by the National Commission for Social Action (NaCSA) to deliver the Economic Inclusion subcomponent of the World Bank-funded PSSNYE project, targeting 4,000 extreme-poor beneficiaries across 5 districts. Facilitates weekly group training sessions, coaches beneficiaries in enterprise formation using the BRAC graduation model, and conducts market intelligence and financial service linkages.

Coordinated welfare programs, relief projects, community events, and counseling sessions for a 250-member organization. Maintained welfare resource records and collaborated with leadership on budgeting and member support strategies.

Directed daily operations of a 25-staff educational institution, overseeing HR processes, budgeting, procurement of supplies, and regulatory compliance. Delivered training sessions on event planning and decoration techniques, improving student outcomes and curriculum delivery standards.

Managed end-to-end procurement cycles for a 600-staff government ministry in compliance with Liberia's Public Procurement and Concessions Act (PPCA). Led bid preparation, supplier pre-qualification, contract drafting, and award processes, ensuring transparency and value-for-money outcomes.

Pursuing a Master's degree in Procurement, Logistics & Supply Chain Management.

Earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a minor in Accounting.