Working as part of a dynamic team at the PIU, assisting in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of 🌐 World Bank programs and projects. This role involves collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the Bank's objectives and contribute to sustainable development.

Key Responsibilities:

1) 🎯Project Management:

a) Assist in the development, preparation, and implementation of projects and programs, ensuring compliance with World Bank policies and procedures.
b) Monitor project progress, financial performance, and risk management, taking corrective actions as necessary.

2) 🤼‍♀️Stakeholder Engagement:

a)Build and maintain effective relationships with government agencies, partner organizations, and other stakeholders.
b) Facilitate dialogue and collaboration to enhance project outcomes and impact.

3) 🛠Technical Support:

a) Provide technical assistance to project teams and clients in areas relevant to project objectives.
b) Conduct research, data analysis, and policy assessments to support project design and implementation.

4) 📋Project Documentation:

a) Prepare project documents, including concept notes, project appraisal reports, and procurement plans.
b) Ensure accurate and timely submission of project-related documentation.

5)💰Financial Management:

a) Assist in budget preparation, Audit and financial analysis for projects and programs.
b) Monitor financial disbursements and expenditures to ensure effective resource utilization.

6) 📝Capacity Building:

a) Contribute to capacity-building initiatives for project teams and client institutions.
b) Organize training and knowledge-sharing activities as needed.

7) 📨 Reporting:

a) Prepare regular progress reports and briefings for internal and external stakeholders.
b) Ensure compliance with reporting requirements and deadlines.

Monitored and coordinated with multiple provincial departments on Regulatory Guillotine Reforms implemented under the Prime Minister's Priority Sectors in Punjab.

Supported the implementation of evidence-based reforms under a multi-year Ease of Doing Business Reforms Strategy in consultation with the private sector, federal government, and the World Bank.

Guided government departments to ensure legal, regulatory, administrative, and institutional reforms are aligned with the Doing Business Report's methodology.

Conducted compliance cost-saving surveys using World Bank methodology to assess the impact of reforms for the private sector.

Focal person for coordinating the implementation of the second phase of Ease of Doing Business Reforms called Pakistan Regulatory Modernisation Initiative (PRMI).

Reviewed and assessed the PC-1 on 'Automation of Business Regulations in Punjab' for roll-out across 34 provincial departments.

Strategised the implementation of the Pakistan Regulatory Modernisation initiative to modernise and automate Government-to-Business services in Punjab.

Moderated and collaborated with stakeholders across multiple sectors to identify IT interventions to create an enabling business environment.

Designed digital interventions for improved and effective governance mechanisms of

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Research AssociateResearch Associate
Planning & Development Board(P&D Board) · Full-timePlanning & Development Board(P&D Board) · Full-time
May 2017 - May 2022 · 5 yrs 1 moMay 2017 to May 2022 · 5 yrs 1 mo
Civil Secretariat Lahore · On-siteCivil Secretariat Lahore · On-site
Assisted the Production Sector Wing 🌳 of the Planning & Development Board in conducting research, gathering data, and providing analytical support for project management, policy development and 🎯 planning initiatives. Managed 45 projects worth Rs. 35 billion from 2017 to 2022.

Key Responsibilities:

1) 🗺 Research and Analysis:

a) Conduct research on various developmental issues, including Agriculture 🌱, Livestock 🐄 , Forest 🌳, Fisheries 🐟, Wildlife 🦌 and Cooperative 🤝 sectors.
b) Collect and analyse 🎢 data from diverse sources including 30 years of Annual Development Programs (ADP) to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities.
c) Prepare reports 📑, policy briefs, and presentations summarizing research findings.
d) Apply quantitative and qualitative research techniques as needed.

2) 🗄Data Management:

a) Managed and maintained databases related to development projects, indicators, and socioeconomic data.
b) Ensured data accuracy and integrity, and implemented data security protocols.

3) 📑 Policy Support:

a) Assisted in the development and evaluation of policies, programs, and projects.
b) Provide evidence-based recommendations to inform policy decisions.
c) Collaborate with senior staff in policy formulation and impact assessments.

4) 🤼‍♂️ Stakeholder Engagement:

a) Collaborated with government departments, research institutions, and external partners to exchange information and insights.
b) Attend meetings, workshops, and seminars related to development and policy.