Curriculum vitae ??? Qurrat Ul Ain

1.

First names:

Qurrat Ul Ain

2.

Place of Residency:

141, Street 2, Sector B, Askari 10, Lahore

3.

Contact number.

+92 336 556 94803

4. Education:

Institution

Degree(s) obtained

Duration

National College of Arts 2023

M.Phil. Culture and Communication

2 Years

Riphah International University 2022

M.Sc. Project Management

2 Years

University of the Punjab 2020

M.A Political Science

2 Years

Institute of Business Administration 2016

Master Business Administration HRM

3.5 Years

College of Art & Design Punjab University 2009

Master in fine arts Sculpture

1 Year

College of Art & Design Punjab University 2007

Bachelors in fine arts

3 Years

University of the Punjab 2005

BA in Social Sciences, Major in Journalism

2 Years

Islamia College Cantt

FA in Economics and Psychology

2 Years

5. Language skills: on a scale of 1 - 5 (1 - excellent; 5 - basic)

Language

Reading

Speaking

Writing

Urdu

mother tongue

English

2

2

2

Punjabi

5

1

3

6. Membership of professional bodies: Humanitarian Peace Ambassador, Institute of International Peace Leaders

7. Other skills:

- Three Months of training course on E-Commerce and Web Development University of The Punjab August (2007)

- Training on Capacity Development concepts, strategies, and tools (AIZ 2019).

- Certification Project MD Pro; Certificate Transitioning from Manager to Leader from Project Management Institute (2020).

- The Data Science of Educational Management and Policy, Barton Poulson (2020)

- Training in the Programme Planning Process (UNICEF 2020).

- Training in Results-Based Management, Coaching, and Building Better Responses; Course, Pg MD Pro: Program Management from Humanitarian Leadership Academy (2020).

- Training on Information Security and data protection at GIZ (2021).

- National DECUM Expert (2022),

- UNESCO UNEVOC Leadership Programme (2023).

- Fleet Management System WFP United Nations (2024).

- 50+ on-job trainings

8. Key qualifications:

- Proficient in project management, planning, monitoring and evaluation, report writing, human resource development, administration, and professional/capacity development.

- Skilled in identifying and mitigating risks and proactive management of potential issues.

- Ability to provide managers and stakeholders with regular feedback on the consistency or discrepancy between planned and actual activities, program performance, and results.

- Proficient in problem analysis and judgment to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system.

9. Regional experience: Pakistan

10. Professional experience:

Date (Days)

Location

Company

Position

Description

Employment (full-time):

01/2024

Lahore, Pakistan

World Food Programme

Business Support Assistant

Collaborated with the Country Office, Government, UN agencies, and partners to ensure program information was accurately shared and aligned with the Head of Office guidelines and instructions. Supported the finalisation of reports through meticulous proofreading, ensuring they met specified requirements, and compiled reports for various strategic meetings, including COMT, Retreat, All Staff, and PPT meetings. Developed meeting and introductory briefs for counterparts and the Country Director, precisely aligning work in Punjab with organisational goals. Collated information for inclusion in reports, documents, and correspondence to support the practical work of staff, ensuring accuracy and relevance. Responded to standard queries with timely and accurate guidance, contributing to the smooth operation of the office. They managed routine administrative and HR-related tasks across various functional areas, contributing to resource management, orientation training, and providing technical assistance where needed. Proofread reports, documentation, and correspondence, ensuring consistency with established guidelines and making necessary changes. Contributed to improving business procedures and processes, demonstrating a proactive approach to enhancing efficiency. Developed matrices and case studies for the School Meal and Fortification Punjab Programme, utilising data-driven analyses to inform program development and evaluation. Utilised advanced data analysis tools (e.g., data mining, analytics, modelling, trend analysis, and visualisation) to shape school meal program implementation blueprints and campaigns, supporting policy priorities through targeted public engagement. Led discussions on priority engagement, strategic programs, and content dissemination, reaching consensus and recommending optimal courses of action to senior leadership in the absence of the head of the office. Developed and organised training for personnel on using data to monitor and evaluate programs, ensuring maximal impact and outcomes in advancing organisational objectives. Proficient in using data analytics software, Microsoft Office, and various reporting tools, with excellent numerical and data-entry skills.

04/2019-12/2021

Islamabad/ Pakistan

Deutsche Gesellschaft f??r Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Technical Advisor Human Resource Development & CBT Program Implementation (TVET Sector Support Program)

Collaborated with regional teams to align development planning with unbiased and inclusive principles, ensuring budget tracking, spending monitoring, and reporting to achieve regional equalisation. Prepared comprehensive activity plans and budgets for intervention areas and developed standardised Executive Feedback tools for trainers, Quality Assurance Bodies (QABs), and the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC). Coordinated detailed implementation plans encompassing procurement, HR, communication, and risk management for the project, ensuring smooth and efficient execution. Assisted in developing SMART indicators to monitor gender inclusion, diversity, and social inclusion in project-supported initiatives. Awarded consultancy services and conducted policy review meetings with regions and stakeholders. Formulated the project's annual work plan by defining data and information requirements, coordinating the formulation process, and consolidating inputs from project specialists. Identified critical challenges faced by Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) beneficiaries during Competency-Based Training (CBT) implementation, pinpointing priority areas, key reform directions, and future trade-specific assessment needs. Monitored and evaluated assessment activities across Pakistan, collecting and verifying qualitative and quantitative data according to the monitoring plan for project results. Communicated findings and challenges to the Team Leader through the results-reporting system, supporting them with comprehensive data analysis and reporting. Developed budget plans, monitored fund utilisation, and set personnel development targets for regional teams. Led monitoring and evaluation activities for the program, synthesising monitoring data and assessing the progress of work plan implementation. Provided solutions to address bottlenecks and constraints in implementation, planning and coordinating monitoring activities, and developing stakeholder monitoring plans during regional visits. Designed tools and formats for data collection and verification with partners and stakeholders, ensuring timely data collection and ongoing quality assurance. Provided technical advice and coordinated implementation activities to support the conceptualisation and implementation of results-monitoring systems for project partners. Analysed project activities and collected monitoring evidence to ensure outputs were produced according to the project document. Prepared project reports according to timelines, compiled and drafted reports, analysed data, and designed presentations and summaries on various aspects of project implementation for donor briefings.

03/ 2017-03/2019

(100% of the time)

Lahore/ Pakistan

Imperial University College of Art Architecture and Design

Lecturer

Taught foundation courses on art appreciation and various art forms. Responsible for organising thesis display seminars, designing workshops, and arranging guest speakers to provide students with a more immersive learning experience. In charge of maintaining student records and managing student affairs to ensure they were provided with all the necessary support and resources from the other departments. They were involved in keeping track of attendance, grades, and other relevant information organised and efficiently.

07/2016-08/2018

(50% of time)

Lahore/ Pakistan

Virsa Pvt, Ltd.

Project Manager

Managed the Handicraft Design & Development programme. Built and maintained stakeholder partnerships through networking and proactive collaboration with national and international civil society organisations and aligned unbiased and inclusive development planning with the help of regional teams, budgeting, spending tracking, monitoring, and reporting, focusing on underdeveloped/marginalised districts to achieve regional equalisation. Develop strategic plans for the project, including AWP, budget, HR, procurement, and implementation in line with the Project Document. The results system monitors compliance with project requirements, formats, and standards in collaboration with project partners. Technically supported the implementation of the project reporting system and prepared project reports according to timelines. Organised and coordinated the implementation of project internal reviews to identify any areas for improvement and ensure that each project was executed flawlessly. Conducted policy review meetings with the stakeholders and designed tools and formats to collect and verify data with partners and stakeholders. Ensured timely data collection and conducted ongoing quality assurance of monitoring data. Developed Marketing Support and advertisement materials. Designed and managed production and human resource development through specialised training. Managed project team. Monitoring and evaluation of project activities. Develop and maintain an updated database on results data and information related to project monitoring. Identified skills gaps and developed training plans for team capacity development. Coordinated the development of a comprehensive contextualised project strategy and sustainable community engagement mechanism, including mass and electronic media engagement and male and religious leaders??? involvement. Provides support in building strong linkages between the Departments

09/2014-06/2016

Bahawalnagar & Cholistan/ Pakistan

Punjab Small Industries Corporation, Government of Punjab, Pakistan

Project Director

Managed the Handicraft Design & Development program, building and maintaining stakeholder partnerships through networking and proactive collaboration with national and international civil society organizations. Aligned unbiased and inclusive development planning with regional teams, focusing on budgeting, spending tracking, monitoring, and reporting to achieve regional equalisation in underdeveloped/marginalised districts and developed strategic plans for the project, including annual work plans (AWP), budget, HR, procurement, and implementation, ensuring alignment with the Project Document. Monitored compliance with project requirements, formats, and standards in collaboration with project partners, providing technical support for the implementation of the project reporting system. Prepared project reports according to timelines, organising and coordinating internal reviews to identify areas for improvement and ensuring flawless project execution. Conducted policy review meetings with stakeholders, designing tools and formats for data collection and verification with partners. Ensured timely data collection and ongoing quality as the assurance of monitoring data, developing marketing support and advertisement materials. Designed and managed production and human resource development through specialised training, leading the project team in monitoring and evaluating project activities. Developed and maintained an updated database on results data and information related to project monitoring. Identified skills gaps and developed training plans for team capacity development and coordinated the development of a comprehensive contextualised project strategy and sustainable community engagement mechanism, including mass and electronic media engagement and involvement of male and religious leaders and supported building solid linkages between departments to enhance collaboration and achieve project goals.

01-08/2014

Lahore/ Pakistan

Treet Corporation Pvt. Ltd.

Assistant Project Manager

Developed HR systems, processes, and procedures in collaboration with the Project Manager, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and enhancing operational efficiency. Designed and implemented training programs for fire arts, monitoring, and support, ensuring they met desired outcomes and aligned with project objectives. Coordinated the development of operational programs, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration across departments. Ensured strong inter-departmental coordination between technical staff, operations, and field teams to enhance project implementation and effectiveness. Collaborated with KPMG to establish feasible salary brackets, ensuring alignment with industry standards and budget constraints. Provided technical input to experts, ensuring the curriculum was designed and implemented effectively to achieve desired outcomes. Directed and oversaw audience analysis research, identifying engagement opportunities and using data-driven analyses to inform and drive public engagement initiatives. Utilised advanced data analysis tools (e.g., data mining, analytics, modelling, trend analysis, and visualisation) to shape programs and campaigns, supporting policy priorities through targeted public engagement. Advised on the effective use of human, financial, and program resources to reach diverse audiences, coordinating the development of research, monitoring, and evaluation principles into programs. Led discussions on priority engagement, strategic programs, and content dissemination, reaching consensus and recommending optimal courses of action to senior leadership. Built strong internal and external partnerships, advancing work with minimal direction, and managed projects, overseeing budgets, schedules, and daily operations to produce effective programming. Developed and organised training for personnel on using data to monitor and evaluate programs, ensuring maximal impact and outcomes in advancing organisational objectives. Facilitated structured interviews and focus groups with beneficiaries, providing insights on local audience preferences and the effects of engagement tools. Briefed officers and visitors on local audience trends and the effectiveness of engagement strategies within the consular district. Ensured compliance with project requirements, formats, and standards and provided technical support for the implementation of the reporting system. Conducted policy review meetings with stakeholders, designing tools and formats for data collection and verification and ensuring timely data collection and quality assurance.

09/2011-01/2014

Lahore/ Pakistan

University of South Asia

Assistant HR Manager; Project Implementation

Developed marketing support and advertisement materials for print media, enhancing outreach and public engagement efforts. Aligned unbiased and inclusive development planning with franchisees, tracking academic calendars, monitoring progress, and reporting on set targets. Maintained teaching timetables and provided technical and managerial input for annual plans, budgets, reviews, and reports. Organised seminars and workshops to enhance educational offerings and foster professional development. Monitored examination activities and analysed result data to ensure academic standards and performance metrics were met and conducted policy review meetings with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and regulatory compliance. Assist the project manager with policy development related to academic matters, providing strategic input and support for policy implementation. Aligned unbiased and inclusive development planning with franchisees, tracked academic calendars, monitored progress, and reported on set targets to ensure compliance and achievement of educational goals. Advised on the effective use of human, financial, and program resources to reach diverse audiences, coordinating the development of research, monitoring, and evaluation principles into programs. Led discussions on priority engagement, strategic programs, and content dissemination, reaching consensus and recommending optimal courses of action to senior leadership. Built strong internal and external partnerships, advancing work with minimal direction, and managed projects, overseeing budgets, schedules, and daily operations to produce effective programming. Developed and organised training for personnel on using data to monitor and evaluate programs, ensuring maximal impact and outcomes in advancing organisational objectives. Facilitated structured interviews and focus groups with beneficiaries, providing insights on local audience preferences and the effects of engagement tools. Briefed officers and visitors on local audience trends and the effectiveness of engagement strategies within the consular district.

10/2009 ???

09/2011

Lahore/ Pakistan

Berger Paints

Interior Designer and Consultant

Meet with clients to discuss their requirements, preferences, and budgets. Provide professional advice and solutions to meet their interior design needs. Develop design concepts and detailed plans, including floor plans, elevations, and 3D renderings. Select appropriate materials, furniture, lighting, and accessories. Oversee all phases of design projects, from initial planning through to installation and final inspection. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the client???s satisfaction. Work closely with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure design integrity and compliance with specifications and standards. Stay updated with the latest design trends, materials, and technology. Implement innovative and sustainable design solutions. Prepare and present design proposals, cost estimates, and project timelines. Maintain detailed project records and documentation. Ensure all designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations. Address and resolve any design or construction issues that arise during the project lifecycle.

5/2009- 10/2009

Lahore/ Pakistan

Nippon Paint

Interior Designer and Consultant

Meet with clients to discuss their requirements, preferences, and budgets. Provide professional advice and solutions to meet their interior design needs. Develop design concepts and detailed plans, including floor plans, elevations, and 3D renderings. Select appropriate materials, furniture, lighting, and accessories. Oversee all phases of design projects, from initial planning through to installation and final inspection. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the client???s satisfaction. Work closely with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure design integrity and compliance with specifications and standards. Stay updated with the latest design trends, materials, and technology. Implement innovative and sustainable design solutions. Prepare and present design proposals, cost estimates, and project timelines. Maintain detailed project records and documentation. Ensure all designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations. Address and resolve any design or construction issues that arise during the project lifecycle.

02/2007- 02/2009

Lahore/ Pakistan

Uniworld English School

Administration Officer

Organised and monitored staff activities, managed contracts, and standardised executive feedback processes to ensure consistency and effectiveness. Developed marketing support and advertisement materials for print media, enhancing the school???s visibility and outreach. Maintained teaching timetables and provided technical and managerial input for annual plans, budgets, reviews, and reports, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to schedules. Designed art courses, organised seminars and workshops, and coordinated events to enhance the educational experience and professional development of staff and students. Monitored examination activities, analysed result data, and ensured the integrity and fairness of the assessment process. Maintained accurate records and databases, providing timely data collection and ongoing quality assurance of monitoring data. Facilitated communication and collaboration with stakeholders, including staff, students, parents, and external partners, to support the school???s mission and goals. Ensured compliance with school policies, educational standards, and regulatory requirements. Prepared and presented reports on administrative activities, academic progress, and other relevant matters.

Consultation and volunteer experience:

2017

Pakistan

NAVTAC

DACUM expert

Conducted assessment and reviewed training and learning material for TVET courses for various trades

18-22/07/2016

11-15/09/2017

19-30/11/2018

(15 days)

12-16/06/2017

10-14/12/2018

17-21/12/2018

29-31/01/2019

(18 days)

23-28/10/2017

5-7/11/2018

07-11/01/2019

18-22/03/2019

(18 days)

17/12/2018- 09/01-2019

17/09/2-2018-02/10/2018

(21 days)

Pakistan

Deutsche Gesellschaft f??r Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Trainer, DACUM expert.

reviewed and assessed the technical training needs for TVET courses in various trades in AJK and Punjab provinces. Designed and facilitated Teacher Training sessions on technical and soft skills, provided qualification assessment packages, conducted Training Need Analysis, and offered coaching to teachers. Provided facilitation services for CBT&A technical gradation of teachers' training, facilitated capacity development training, and conducted post-assessment measures. Prepared and presented a final report and feedback to GIZ. The main objective was to deliver NVQ Certificate Level 2 technical competencies to upskill AJK TVETA teachers by providing post-assignment preparation meetings, agreed implementation plans, capacity building, training to CBT&A teachers/instructors, and post-assessment results.

19-23/05/2014 23-27/03/2015

(10 days)

Pakistan

TEVTA

Industry Expert, DACUM Expert

Developed assessment package for TVET courses on various trades.

11. Other (e.g., Publication):

1- Master of Science Project Management

(Thesis: Investigating Construction Project Success with the Mediating Role of Pro-activeness and Psychological Empowerment through Ethical Leadership)

2- Master of Philosophy Culture Studies

(Thesis: A Study of Craft Development Policies in Pakistan)

3- Thesis Proposal for PhD Studies

(Intersectional Approaches to Gender, Race, Ethnicity, and Economic Empowerment for Inclusive Development Strategies: Focusing on Migration and Climate Change)