Batool Askari
Durham,NC
Summary
A dedicated Program Officer in the dynamic field of international development with five years of experience working at the intersection of policy and practice, I have successfully led initiatives that empower local leaders and drive sustainable change across the world. With a strong academic background in International Development Policy, I use analytical skills with a deep understanding of local contexts to create and run innovative solutions that address pressing global challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Officer II
FHI 360
NC, USA
01.2022 - Current
- Managed and conducted onboarding initiatives to streamline project integration.
- Administered budgeting tasks and managed invoices using Deltek CostPoint.
- Directed program workplan while overseeing logistic needs.
- Processed procurement needs, consultant agreements, and purchase requisitions.
- Implemented efficient strategies for smooth project startups and adherence to regulations.
WFP Project Monitoring Officer
IDS International
Kabul, Afghanistan
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed standards to ensure quality control in monitoring activities.
- Evaluated compliance of monitoring activities with established guidelines by WFP and IDS International.
- Represented IDS at provincial coordination meetings organized by the line department, PDMC.
- Analyzed narrative reports with the project manager to pinpoint potential bottlenecks in implementation.
Research/Project Coordinator
Qara Consulting
Kabul, Afghanistan
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Developed and implemented effective project management standards.
- Managed ongoing performance and resources efficiently, implementing necessary corrections promptly.
- Assessed the impact of interdependencies on ongoing projects.
Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant
Welthungerhilfe
Kabul, Afghanistan
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Assisted in creating and supervising M&E strategies, aiding initiatives to formulate, enhance, and execute M&E systems.
- Ensured proper upkeep and accessibility of records for the M&E unit.
- Performed functions encompassing collection, validation, and entry of datasets.
- Supported projects by integrating innovative monitoring techniques into evaluations.
- Facilitated capacity-building initiatives focused on planning, monitoring, and evaluation strategies.
Education
Master of International Development Policy - Concentration in Development Management
DUKE UNIVERSITY, Sanford School of Public Policy
Durham, NC12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Politics, Philosophy, and Economics
ASIAN UNIVERSITY FOR WOMEN
Chittagong, Bangladesh05.2017
Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Team leadership
- Technical support
- Project Management
- Budgeting and financial management
- Training and facilitation
- Policy analysis
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel) and Smartsheet
Leadership Experience
- Participated in Sumer Project “Women in Public Service” Program, Chittagong, Bangladesh, 2012
- Organized summer project “leadership for female students”, Kabul, Afghanistan, 06/01/13
- Organized an individual leadership project in Suicide Prevention Campaign, 11/01/15
- Volunteered in fundraising for Fight Against Winter, Chittagong, Bangladesh, 2014-2016
- Volunteered in preparing food packages for Fight Against Hunger, Nashville, TN, 2019
- Volunteered in Carolina Friends School PenPal program between two middle schools from Bamyan, Afghanistan and North Carolina, 2019-2021
- Volunteered as interpreter with Church World Services in Afghan refugees resettlement programs, 2021-2025
Accomplishments
- Received a NOW Award for outstanding performance in managing the Leadership Development Program.
Certification
- PMD Pro certified
Languages
Persian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Program Officer II
FHI 360
01.2022 - Current
WFP Project Monitoring Officer
IDS International
11.2018 - 07.2019
Research/Project Coordinator
Qara Consulting
10.2017 - 10.2018
Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant
Welthungerhilfe
06.2017 - 09.2017
- PMD Pro certified
Master of International Development Policy - Concentration in Development Management
DUKE UNIVERSITY, Sanford School of Public Policy
Bachelor of Arts - Politics, Philosophy, and Economics
ASIAN UNIVERSITY FOR WOMEN
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