SHARP MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Mr. Muhammad Mudassar Javed
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Qualification:
Studied Anthropology, Leadership & Management, Youth and Community Development.
Expertise:
NGO management; Humanitarian worker; Refugee response specialist; Public speaking and advocacy; Rights-based networking; Free legal aid and assistance.
Summary of professional and supervisory experience:
An alumnae of the U.S. State Department’s IVLP 2024, Mr. Mudassar brings with him an academic background in Anthropology and leadership management, as well as 20 years of work experience in NGO Management, Refugee Response & Protection, Combating Human Trafficking and Smuggling of Migrants, Sexual and Reproductive Health & Rights Education, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence, M&E, Trainings, Research, Advocacy & Communication and Networking & Relationship Management. Earlier this year n 2024, Mudassar participated in the prestigious International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) in the U.S., a professional exchange program that fosters mutual understanding through carefully designed short-term visits to the United States for current and emerging foreign leaders.
During his IVLP participation, Mr. Javed engaged with U.S. professionals, visited various institutions and organizations, and took part in discussions and activities aimed at enhancing his leadership skills and broadening his knowledge on global issues. This experience allowed him to share his expertise and learn from best practices in the U.S., which he has integrated into his work, enhancing his ability to lead and innovate within his organization.
In his current assignment as CEO, he provides overall management and leadership to the organization; working closely with diverse teams, various stakeholders, including institutional partners and networks, as well as engaging with the wider philanthropic sector and donor agencies. He regularly facilitates capacity-building training workshops with police, judicial officers, public prosecutors, lawyers, civil society and media officials on human rights and refugees’ rights in light of national and international laws and commitments. In his existing role, Mudassar is responsible for fulfilling SHARP’s vision and overseeing the development, funding and implementation of the programmes/projects. He remains responsible for adequate programme development and implementation, establishes and sustains productive relationships with partners, relevant stakeholders, government officials, donors, and strategic partners, and is accountable for competent operational and risk management, including the proper management, wellbeing and safety of staff and people we serve. He leads the overall operation of the organization by providing guidance to different operational units. He ensures an accountable, transparent and conducive working environment whilst promoting best practices and ensures quality and excellence across all verticals. Mudassar’s role focuses on expanding the reach and impact of the capacity-building work of the organization to achieve its vision of a strong and sustainable human rights-friendly society. He has vast experience working closely with refugees, asylum seekers, IDPs, prisoners, women and children.
Mr. Mudassar regularly represents the organization and country at various regional and international platforms.
Ms. Memoona Batool
Project Director,
khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Qualification:
M.A Political science, MSC-Gender and Women Studies, LLB from University of Punjab.
Summary of professional and supervisory experience:
Ms. Memoona is having Fifteen (15) years of experience of Project Management, Trainings, Consultation, Monitoring, Advocacy, and Report Writing, data analysis, Participatory development approaches, mainstreaming of gender into development initiatives, design and implementation of demand side governance frameworks and service delivery. Institutional and individual capacity assessment for capacity enhancement programs, training and capacity building program of Law enforcing agencies (Police, FIA), Prosecution department, Prison, Lawyers and District Administration at provincial and national level. Liaison with a range of stakeholders including but not limited to provincial governments, civil society, donor agencies.
She served with public and private sector both on various position but her long-term association with SHARP organization. Currently she is leading one of dynamic KP team as project Director and also part of SHARP management. Ms. Memoona is well groomed, gender and culturally sensitized person with negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Mr. Aatif Afzal
Project Director
Qualification:
Master in Political Science
Summary of professional and supervisory experience:
A creative and energetic project management and communications professional, Mr. Afzal is 17-year rich in experience of working in Pakistan’s humanitarian and development sectors at key programme positions in national and international organizations like Abt Associates INC., Internews Europe, SHARP, Indus Consortium and Children First. After obtaining his master’s degree in political science from University of the Punjab, Lahore, in 1998, he worked as a mainstream journalist for nine years before switching to the social sector in 2007.
Since then, he has been designing and implementing conventional and innovative programme, research, capacity building and advocacy approaches to complement his core competencies in strategic communications planning and analysis-based report writing while carrying out development and humanitarian assistance initiatives of diverse thematic areas across all geographic regions of the country.
Aatif joined SHARP in December 2022 as Media & Communications Coordinator with an aim to take forward and modernize organisation’s communication operations. Later, he was also entrusted with project management of SEM-supported project for extending integrated protection to Afghan refugees; and programme development tasks, which he carried out with aplomb and contributed significantly in diversifying and expanding SHARP’s partner portfolio. Further trusting his personal attributes and professional capabilities, SHARP leadership has now elevated him as Project Director (ICT) of UNHCR-supported projects. He is keen to meet the expectations.
Mr. Afzal has a wealth of experience in both humanitarian and development sectors and expertise in advocacy, communication and trainings and we are confident that he will contribute significantly towards strengthening our partnership and protection of the people we serve.
Ms. Huma Aziz
Admin & HR Manager
Qualification:
M.A English Literature and MSC-Gender and Women Studies.
Summary of professional and supervisory experience:
Ms. Huma Aziz is associated with the Development Sector from last 12 years. She has served at different positions while working with different National and International Organizations. Currently she is performing her responsibilities as Admin and HR Manager with SAHRP where she is leading the overall recruitment process of the organization, staff capacity building/ technical assistance and institutional Development and smooth administrative support to all field offices. She is a part of Senior Management Team of the organization where she is actively contributing in decision making and institutional development of the organization.
She has the experience in Human Resource Management, Office Administration, organizational policy development, Staff Capacity Building, Program Management related to SRHR, SGBV, Child Protection, Women Empowerment, Education, Health, SDGs, . She has experience of working in different geographical areas by engaging communities and working with different stakeholders. She has increased her knowledge and skills by participating in various training and exposure opportunities at National and International level.
Mr. Irfan Ahmed Shujra
Manager Finance
Qualification:
MBA, ACPA, CSMA, AICS, CAT, CIMA (Finalist), FMVA (Finalist).
Summary of professional and supervisory experience:
Mr. Shujrah has diversified experience of more than 20 years in commercial, Audit and NGO’s setups. He is qualified chartered secretary, Certified Public Accountant, Capital Markets and Securities Analyst, Financial Modelling and Valuation Analyst and MBA -Finance.
He is associated with SHARP as Finance Manager and leading the Finance Unit of the organization.
He is responsible for the Accounts and Finance functions including accounting, treasury, budgets, audits, taxation, insurance and statutory compliances. Mr. Irfan Ahmed Shujrah keeps an eye on cash-flows to ensure transparency and also advise the top management on related matters of the organization. He provides technical assistance and feedback in the development and adaptation of financial SoPs and policies as per the required standards. As part of the Senior Management Team of the SHARP, he shares his recommendations for the improved and strengthened financial management system of the organization.
He is active member of professional bodies and hold membership of Global Financial Society (GFS), Institute of Chartered Secretaries & Managers, Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Pakistan
Mr. Manzoor Ali
Manager Legal
Qualification:
Master in Anthropology and LLB from University of Peshawar.
Summary of professional and supervisory experience:
A dynamic professional with more than 16 years’ experience in program management, implementation and contract management. He has developed expertise in managing and implementing Protection, Livelihoods, education and WASH programming. Worked as Protection specialist/coordinator in Pakistan, Sudan and Afghanistan. He has provided leadership, setting up strategic direction for protection and livelihood programing, coordination, proposals and technical reporting. He has worked with refugees, IDPs, returnees and host communities and worked with NGOs, government, INGOs and donors’ agencies. He has been part of the senior management committee and provided inputs in different strategic direction and programming. He has been involved in capacity building training of stakeholders and duty bearers on protection & human and refugee rights on national and international level. Currently, he has been managing a huge team providing services and assistance to Afghan refugees in Pakistan.
