Ghulam A. Farzam
Queens,NY
Summary
Dedicated professional with more than 10 years of history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Quickly learn new skills and apply them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity. Also carry out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently. Expertise and work ethic, ability to solve problems independently, and understanding cross cultural communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy General Director for Economic Cooperation
Ministry Of Foreign Affairs Of Afghanistan
Kabul, Afghanistan
12.2018 - 12.2020
- Covered issues relating to Regional Trade, Transit and Investment.
- Developed, implemented and optimized Regional and Multilateral policies.
- Worked closely with other stakeholders to run all aspects of economic cooperation
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Delegated Department's daily tasks to employees, streamlining daily progress and efficiency.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Executed regular process updates to reduce discrepancies and enhance scheduling across Department calendars and programs.
- Assigned tasks and directed team of office clerks.
- Aided colleagues, and Director through regular communication and assistance.
- Oversaw successful planning and execution of staff meetings, parties and events.
Co-Founder and General Director
New Star Educational Society
Kabul , Afghanistan
12.2008 - 12.2020
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to strategically affect operational direction.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
- Hired and directed teams to achieve daily and long-term operations and business goals.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Planned and implemented programs to positively increase understanding of students
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Counsellor, Development and Economic Growth
Afghanistan Permanent Mission To The United Nation
New York, United States
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Covered Issued relating to economic growth and development such as macroeconomic policy questions; financing for development; sustainable development; globalization and interdependence; eradication of poverty; operational activities for development; agriculture development, food security and nutrition; information and communications technologies for development; and towards global partnerships.
- Represented, presented and defended Afghanistan's National Interest's, policies and position,
- Coordinated work schedules and duty assignments
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Trade, Transit and Investment Officer
Ministry Of Foreign Affairs Of Afghanistan
Kabul, Afghanistan
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Managed portfolio national projects.
- Followed and coordinated procedure of Afghanistan membership to World Trade Organization,
- Presented various presentation on Investment in Afghanistan in several events.
- Coordinated issues relating to trade, transit and investment with local and international stockholders.
- Aided colleagues, Director and involving parties through regular communication and assistance.
- Improved operations through schedule management of board meetings, travel itineraries and agenda plans.
Cultural and Economic Officer, Third Secretary
Afghanistan Consulate General
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
07.2013 - 07.2015
- Conducted regular webinars and organized networking and special events.
- Built and maintained relationships with Local communities and Educational Centers.
- Represented Afghanistan in various cultural and educational events.
- Brought close coordination among Afghanistan Students.
- Organized several events for attracting investment and trade with Afghanistan.
Economic Development Coordinator
Ministry Of Foreign Affairs Of Afghanistan
Kabul, Afghanistan
11.2008 - 07.2013
- Managed close coordination among stockholder for economic development projects.
- Coordinated and sparked economic development in both public and private sector.
- Prepared, maintained and updated files of ongoing regional economic projects.
- Responded to inquiries and complaints from local department and other stockholders.
- Interacted with involving parties to provide updated information.
- Prepared meeting materials and took clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.
- Scheduled appointments and managed calendar for General Director.
Education
Master of Arts - Development Studies
University of Sussex
Brighton And Hove, United Kindom 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Diplomacy And Administration
Kabul University
Kabul, Afghanistan 12.2007
Skills
- Case management proficiency
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Stakeholder Negotiations
- Administrative Functions
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Quick learner and adapting to new work place
- Ability to work independently and unsupervised
- Ability to create trusting communication
- Familiarity with operating computer, browsing, and other office applications
Workshops and Trainings
- Intensive Training Course for Young Afghan Diplomats, Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Rome, Caserta and Florence, Italy (Oct. – Dec. 2010)
- Special Course for Diplomats from Afghanistan conducted by the Foreign Service Institute, Ministry of External Affairs of India, New Delhi, India (Jan. – Feb. 2010)
- Diploma in Political and Diplomacy intensive training course for junior officials of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, Institute of Diplomacy (Oct. 2009 – Aug. 2010)
- Winter Academic Legal English Program 2009, ARoLP (Afghanistan Rule of Law Project)/USAID, Kabul (January – March 2009)
Languages
Persian
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Counsellor, Development and Economic Growth
Afghanistan Permanent Mission To The United Nation
12.2020 - 12.2021
Deputy General Director for Economic Cooperation
Ministry Of Foreign Affairs Of Afghanistan
12.2018 - 12.2020
Trade, Transit and Investment Officer
Ministry Of Foreign Affairs Of Afghanistan
07.2016 - 07.2017
Cultural and Economic Officer, Third Secretary
Afghanistan Consulate General
07.2013 - 07.2015
Co-Founder and General Director
New Star Educational Society
12.2008 - 12.2020
Economic Development Coordinator
Ministry Of Foreign Affairs Of Afghanistan
11.2008 - 07.2013
Master of Arts - Development Studies
University of Sussex
Bachelor of Arts - Diplomacy And Administration
Kabul University
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