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Bilal Abbasi

@bilalabbasi

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Experienced development and humanitarian sector professional with a passion for data analysis and le

Pakistan

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to utilize my skills and experience to contribute to an organization's purpose and strategy, policy-making, and make optimal use of my abilities, skills, and education.

With over 15 years of extensive experience in diverse fields such as development and humanitarian sectors, education, information technology, and administration, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the table. Throughout my career, I have dedicated over a decade to the development and humanitarian sector, working closely with Islamic Relief, a prominent humanitarian organization.

I have successfully undertaken various roles encompassing Livelihood, Emergency Response, Seasonal Programmes, Cash and Voucher Assistance, Research and Reporting, Protection and Safeguarding, Women Empowerment, Programme Design and Development. My ultimate aim is to contribute effectively to an organization's purpose and strategy, policy-making, and make optimal use of my abilities, skills, and education.

I thrive on tackling challenges head-on and devising innovative solutions, utilizing my extensive expertise in leadership and team management. I hold master's degrees in Woman & Gender studies and Computer Science, and possess a diploma in information technology and a bachelor's degree in Economics and Statistics.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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District Coordinator

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Islamic Relief Pakistan

Oct 2022 - Sep 2024 (1 year 11 months)

Managed the Emergency Response Team, providing technical guidance for programs such as Livelihood, CBT, WASH, and Nutrition. Oversaw a cross-functional team of over 50 staff, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders and proper project visibility.

Team Management Budget Management Communication Reporting Data Management

Cluster Lead

Islamic Relief Pakistan

Nov 2017 - Oct 2022 (4 years 11 months)

Led the Child/Orphans and Women Development Programme, coordinating with local donors and stakeholders. Ensured the implementation of protection principles and managed cash-based transfer programs effectively.

Program Management Stakeholder Engagement Reporting Team Leadership Community Engagement Training

Child Protection Officer

Islamic Relief Pakistan

Apr 2014 - Nov 2017 (3 years 7 months)

Implemented child protection and development activities, providing direct counseling and conducting training for staff and community workers. Ensured proper program execution through regular monitoring and donor reporting.

Counseling Training Monitoring Reporting Community Implementation

Assistant Sponsorship Officer

Islamic Relief Pakistan

Apr 2010 - Apr 2014 (4 years)

Managed the health, education, and welfare of allocated orphans, ensuring compliance with policies through field visits and donor reporting. Coordinated with stakeholders for the well-being of children.

Education Compliance Policies Community Engagement