Amal Qureshi - Resume
Amal Naeem Qureshi
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21 Grand Magazine Street, Toronto
SUMMARY
Experienced manager with 7 years of work experience, with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization management industry. Skilled in Nonprofit Organizations, Program Management, Analytical Skills, Monitoring and Evaluation, Proposal Writing, Grant Management and Data Analysis. Strong professional with a Master of Education (Ed.M) focused in International Education Policy from Harvard University Graduate School of Education.
EDUCATION
2013-2014 Harvard Graduate School of Education, Cambridge
Master of Education, International Education Policy
Selected Coursework: Educational Research, Statistical Models, Education Sector Non-Profits, Development and Implementation of Education Policy, Entrepreneurial Solutions to Social and Economic Problems in South Asia (advanced), Education in Conflict Areas, International Lessons from Successful Education Systems (advanced), Gender and Education, Microeconomics.
2007-2011 Bahria University, Islamabad
Bachelor of Social Science, Development Studies
Graduated on the Dean�s Honor List
Selected Coursework: Qualitative Research Methods, Development Policy and Projects, Global Development Experiments, Global Political Economy, Global Trade and Development, International Financial Institutions, International Relations, Poverty Alleviation, Modern History of International Relations, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Statistics.
EXPERIENCE
Pakistan Microfinance Network, Islamabad Mar 2018-June 2019
Research Analyst
- I conduct in-house policy research on the microfinance sector in Pakistan, access to finance and financial inclusion. This includes writing concept notes, grants, reports, literature reviews, research papers, conducting IDIs, FGDs etc.
- I designed and managed research projects independently, including developing the research methodology, liaising with consultants, research agencies and other stakeholders. The research feeds directly into the microfinance sector, product development and informs policy planning.
- Prepare project proposals and grants for funding for research projects focusing on financial inclusion, education, health and gender. Have secured funding for 4 research projects in 2018, amounting to USD 80K.
The i-Care Foundation, Islamabad Apr 2016-Mar 2018
Relationships & Grants Manager
- I was responsible for coordinating with all local and international donors and partner charities, as well as donor reporting, facilitating partner organizations in developing pitches for fundraising campaigns in Pakistan and abroad and assisting in developing grant proposals.
- Designed capacity building plans for partner charities, focusing on providing support on internal controls, service delivery and governance.
- Developed the M&E framework, conducted M&E visits to grantees and provided M&E training to the grantees staff. I also conducted monitoring visits to the site of the projects for third-party evaluations.
- Managed marketing and communications, responsible for designing and production/dissemination of following marketing collateral: Brochures, Videos, Newsletters, Flyers, Newsletters, Annual Reports.
Altamont Group, Dubai Oct 2017-Feb 2018
In-Country Lead, Junior Consultant
- I was the lead evaluator for a program to improve education access in Pakistan. I provided in-country logistics, field visit arrangements, and worked cohesively with Altamont Group Evaluation Team.
- Developed the evaluation matrix, the inception report, desk review and planning, research instruments, conducted field work/key interviews, data collection & analysis leading to final evaluation report submitted to the donor, Dubai Cares.
Rural Support Programmes Network, Islamabad Sept 2015-Feb 2016
Program Officer
- I prepared donor reports including preparing monthly, quarterly and annual management reports.
- Collected and compiled data for Key Performance Indicators for SUCCESS/UCBPRP for the implementing partners. Additionally, I did regular documentation of case studies, lessons learnt and success stories, as well as working closely with field teams to provide technical support.
- Conducted regular visits to project areas to interview beneficiaries and collect primary data.
- I was also responsible for updating programme activities on RSPN�s social media pages and websites.
Invest2Innovate, Islamabad Sept 2014-Aug 2015
Research & Strategy Lead
- Expanded Invest2Innovate�s consulting arm in Pakistan through managing and leading consulting projects, and provided support to Invest2Innovate on strategy, new projects and products.
- I worked with organizations to develop and customize curriculum for incubators and accelerators, designed innovative programming to train entrepreneurs, conducted research and built strategies to further strengthen entrepreneurship in emerging markets.
Harvard Graduate School of Education, Cambridge Jan 2014-May 2014
Team Researcher
- I worked as the Team Researcher for Education in Armed Conflict at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. I developed research tools, interviewed key stakeholders in refugee education and conducted background research to analyze how the Office of the UNHCR collaborates with various partner organizations and ministries to implement its Global Education Strategy in Pakistan.
Gallup Pakistan, Islamabad Jul 2012-Jul 2013
Research Executive
- Conducted research on diverse topics while coordinating with field teams for data collection and compiling integrated survey findings into comprehensive reports to meet the needs of different clients.
- Assisted with data cleaning and statistical analysis of baseline surveys collected. I created work plans and field plans for the implementation and evaluation of projects by international NGOs working in Pakistan.
- I managed various projects, including WIN-GIA Global Polls, Daily Polls. I was the editor in charge of Gilani�s Gallopedia and Cyberletter. I also created the Gallup Women�s Cyberletter, Media Cyberletter and Education Cyberletter during my time at Gallup Pakistan.
HONORS & LEADERSHIP
- Received merit-based scholarship in Bahria University 2009-2011
- Selected as Ambassador of Pakistan for AIESEC 2010
- Selected to participate in Pakistan Young Leaders Conference 2011
- Received Gold Medal from Bahria University 2011
- Received Fulbright Scholarship 2012
- Member of Harvard Club of Pakistan 2013-Present
- Member of Harvard�s South Asian Students Institute 2013-Present
Amal Naeem Qureshi
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21 Grand Magazine Street, Toronto
SUMMARY
Experienced manager with 7 years of work experience, with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization management industry. Skilled in Nonprofit Organizations, Program Management, Analytical Skills, Monitoring and Evaluation, Proposal Writing, Grant Management and Data Analysis. Strong professional with a Master of Education (Ed.M) focused in International Education Policy from Harvard University Graduate School of Education.
EDUCATION
2013-2014 Harvard Graduate School of Education, Cambridge
Master of Education, International Education Policy
Selected Coursework: Educational Research, Statistical Models, Education Sector Non-Profits, Development and Implementation of Education Policy, Entrepreneurial Solutions to Social and Economic Problems in South Asia (advanced), Education in Conflict Areas, International Lessons from Successful Education Systems (advanced), Gender and Education, Microeconomics.
2007-2011 Bahria University, Islamabad
Bachelor of Social Science, Development Studies
Graduated on the Dean�s Honor List
Selected Coursework: Qualitative Research Methods, Development Policy and Projects, Global Development Experiments, Global Political Economy, Global Trade and Development, International Financial Institutions, International Relations, Poverty Alleviation, Modern History of International Relations, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Statistics.
EXPERIENCE
Pakistan Microfinance Network, Islamabad Mar 2018-June 2019
Research Analyst
- I conduct in-house policy research on the microfinance sector in Pakistan, access to finance and financial inclusion. This includes writing concept notes, grants, reports, literature reviews, research papers, conducting IDIs, FGDs etc.
- I designed and managed research projects independently, including developing the research methodology, liaising with consultants, research agencies and other stakeholders. The research feeds directly into the microfinance sector, product development and informs policy planning.
- Prepare project proposals and grants for funding for research projects focusing on financial inclusion, education, health and gender. Have secured funding for 4 research projects in 2018, amounting to USD 80K.
The i-Care Foundation, Islamabad Apr 2016-Mar 2018
Relationships & Grants Manager
- I was responsible for coordinating with all local and international donors and partner charities, as well as donor reporting, facilitating partner organizations in developing pitches for fundraising campaigns in Pakistan and abroad and assisting in developing grant proposals.
- Designed capacity building plans for partner charities, focusing on providing support on internal controls, service delivery and governance.
- Developed the M&E framework, conducted M&E visits to grantees and provided M&E training to the grantees staff. I also conducted monitoring visits to the site of the projects for third-party evaluations.
- Managed marketing and communications, responsible for designing and production/dissemination of following marketing collateral: Brochures, Videos, Newsletters, Flyers, Newsletters, Annual Reports.
Altamont Group, Dubai Oct 2017-Feb 2018
In-Country Lead, Junior Consultant
- I was the lead evaluator for a program to improve education access in Pakistan. I provided in-country logistics, field visit arrangements, and worked cohesively with Altamont Group Evaluation Team.
- Developed the evaluation matrix, the inception report, desk review and planning, research instruments, conducted field work/key interviews, data collection & analysis leading to final evaluation report submitted to the donor, Dubai Cares.
Rural Support Programmes Network, Islamabad Sept 2015-Feb 2016
Program Officer
- I prepared donor reports including preparing monthly, quarterly and annual management reports.
- Collected and compiled data for Key Performance Indicators for SUCCESS/UCBPRP for the implementing partners. Additionally, I did regular documentation of case studies, lessons learnt and success stories, as well as working closely with field teams to provide technical support.
- Conducted regular visits to project areas to interview beneficiaries and collect primary data.
- I was also responsible for updating programme activities on RSPN�s social media pages and websites.
Invest2Innovate, Islamabad Sept 2014-Aug 2015
Research & Strategy Lead
- Expanded Invest2Innovate�s consulting arm in Pakistan through managing and leading consulting projects, and provided support to Invest2Innovate on strategy, new projects and products.
- I worked with organizations to develop and customize curriculum for incubators and accelerators, designed innovative programming to train entrepreneurs, conducted research and built strategies to further strengthen entrepreneurship in emerging markets.
Harvard Graduate School of Education, Cambridge Jan 2014-May 2014
Team Researcher
- I worked as the Team Researcher for Education in Armed Conflict at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. I developed research tools, interviewed key stakeholders in refugee education and conducted background research to analyze how the Office of the UNHCR collaborates with various partner organizations and ministries to implement its Global Education Strategy in Pakistan.
Gallup Pakistan, Islamabad Jul 2012-Jul 2013
Research Executive
- Conducted research on diverse topics while coordinating with field teams for data collection and compiling integrated survey findings into comprehensive reports to meet the needs of different clients.
- Assisted with data cleaning and statistical analysis of baseline surveys collected. I created work plans and field plans for the implementation and evaluation of projects by international NGOs working in Pakistan.
- I managed various projects, including WIN-GIA Global Polls, Daily Polls. I was the editor in charge of Gilani�s Gallopedia and Cyberletter. I also created the Gallup Women�s Cyberletter, Media Cyberletter and Education Cyberletter during my time at Gallup Pakistan.
HONORS & LEADERSHIP
- Received merit-based scholarship in Bahria University 2009-2011
- Selected as Ambassador of Pakistan for AIESEC 2010
- Selected to participate in Pakistan Young Leaders Conference 2011
- Received Gold Medal from Bahria University 2011
- Received Fulbright Scholarship 2012
- Member of Harvard Club of Pakistan 2013-Present
- Member of Harvard�s South Asian Students Institute 2013-Present