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Mehak Nadeem

Tysons Corner,VA

Summary

A versatile learner, looking for opportunities to contribute to the fabric of people's lives. Be it social work, mentoring young minds, or acting as an educationist to impart knowledge. A project manager and coordinator for various development sector projects pertaining to transgender rights, women empowerment, education, child rights, marital stigma, communications, outreach, and visibility. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate

Datawiz Corporation
11.2022 - Current
  • Worked varied hours to meet seasonal and business needs.
  • Prioritized tasks to meet tight deadlines, pitching in to assist others with project duties.
  • Managed customer relations through communication and helpful interactions.
  • Created solutions for customers to satisfy specific needs, quality and budget.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
  • Edited and proofread technical documents for accuracy and consistency.
  • Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Developed detailed technical documents and user guides for technical products.
  • Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
  • Observed in-progress operations to identify important steps for technical instructions.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Completed multiple tasks simultaneously to optimize project completion.
  • Provided assistance with preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts and presentations
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Worked with senior leadership to complete complex projects on time and under-budget.
  • Designed, implemented and monitored web pages, plugins and functionality for continuous improvement.
  • Analyzed large volume of data to identify patterns, trends and correlations.
  • Collected and analyzed data from variety of sources to create detailed market research reports for top-level decision makers.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and recommendations for further action.
  • Created and maintained database to store research data.
  • Stayed up-to-date with industry trends and developments to conduct relevant and valuable research.
  • Used various market research tools and techniques to gather, analyze and interpret data.
  • Conducted in-depth qualitative and quantitative research to identify trends and generate insights.

Project Coordinator

Wajood NGO
04.2015 - Current
  • Worked on various projects for Transgender Rights in Pakistan.

1. Set up separate schools in Multan, Lahore, Bahawalpur, Rawalpindi for imparting education for Transgenders in coordination with Punjab government.

2. Set up a restaurant in one of the top universities of Pakistan - NCA, which was run by Transgenders to empower these individuals.

3. Economic empowerment - Seed loans for Transgenders for opening their businesses.

4. Health sector- HIV sensitization programs for Transgender community.

5. Covid 19 programs for transgender safety and protection, rehabilitation and empowerment.

6. Mental Health program which linked Transgenders with Mental Health professionals for battling depression and preventing suicide.

7. Safehouse was set up for displaced LGBTQ people from Afghanistan. International Donors were matched with these people, and many have helped them in getting asylum.

8. Led Transgender sensitization campaigns in various private top tier schools of Pakistan, such as Beaconhouse School System, Roots Millennium, and Westminster International.

  • Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
  • Wrote technical narratives to document processes and design changes.
  • Coordinated venue and catering arrangements, speaker and attendee liaison and material distribution for meetings and events.
  • Sent newsletters and bulletins using MailChimp and dotmailer.
  • Arranged travel and accommodation for team members and project partners.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
  • Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships.

Freelance Content Writer

Writing4money
02.2010 - Current

o Content Writing/Academic Writing, some of the works listed below:

§ English Literature (Overview of the Little Prince novel)

§ Healthcare (Obesity Research Proposal)

§ Historical essay on the origin of Pyramids.

§ Article on Fyodor Dostoyevsky

§ Applied essay on hegemony

§ Research Paper on terrorism and tourism

§ Research Proposal on Psychological imbalances due to child sexual harassment.

§ Article on Obesity in Lewisham, Catford.

§ Article on ‘Open and closed Citizenship'

§ Research article on ‘Causes and effects of Military Coup in the Third world.'

§ Article on ‘Social Media Propaganda'

§ Research Article on ‘Unjust Japanese Internment, and Guantanamo imprisonments'

§ Research Paper on Obesity

§ Argumentative Essay on Supply Chain Management

§ College Transfer essays

§ Personal Essays

§ Research Proposals (Numerous social/ humanities topics)

§ Research Paper on Prostitution Legalization

§ Article on Art and Architecture

§ Various others

  • Conducted extensive internet research to provide facts and statistics for articles and blogs.
  • Developed content for variety of topics, ranging from technical to lifestyle, for multiple websites.
  • Utilized feedback from clients and colleagues to improve content quality.
  • Provided writing support in fast-paced environment for variety of public-facing materials.

Communications Coordinator

Group Development Pakistan
05.2020 - 09.2022
  • Worked as a communications coordinator on various projects pertaining to Women and child rights. Some projects include:

1. Protecting and promoting Children's Rights in Pakistan.

2. Promoting and protecting the Rights of women and Girls (PPRG) by improving the structural, institutional and socio-cultural response to sexual and gender based violence (SGBV) in Pakistan.

  • Planning, developing and implementing communication strategies to achieve programmatic goals focused on advocacy and awareness raising for improving child rights at national and provincial level.
  • Leading external relation with state and non-state actors for developing and nurturing synergies in order to disseminate information and create awareness on targeted child rights issues.
  • Communicating effectively with key stakeholders to help build a positive momentum for keeping child rights as a top priority with an aim to improve legislative reforms and enforcement of laws that protect children.
  • Leading the awareness raising and advocacy campaigns to foster change at structural, institutional and social level.

Sociology Professor

Westminster International College
09.2018 - 08.2022
  • Served on academic or administrative committees dealing with institutional policies, departmental matters and academic issues.
  • Taught Cambridge International As and A levels Sociology (9699) to college students.
  • Delivered lectures on Media, Religion, Family, Feminism, Theories and Research Methodology.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate students on topics such as race and ethnic relations, measurement and data collection and workplace social relations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Produced exceptional results.

Senior Technical Writer

Wajood Organization
05.2018 - 08.2022
  • Edited and proofread technical documents for accuracy and consistency.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
  • Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
  • Developed detailed technical documents and user guides for technical products.
  • Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
  • Worked closely with software engineers, product managers and other departments to determine accuracy and completeness of technical documentation.
  • Observed in-progress operations to identify important steps for technical instructions.
  • Analyzed developments in field to update instruction literature.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Sociology/Global Perspectives & Research Professor

Roots Millennium College
09.2017 - 08.2022
  • Taught Cambridge International As and A level Sociology (9699) to college students.
  • Taught Cambridge International Global Perspectives and Research (9239) to college students.
  • Led Research Projects based on International Tourism, Transgender phobia, Women empowerment etc.
  • Supervised and guided research led papers on various topics.
  • Built students interpersonal and presentation skills.
  • Worked on students retention and paper attempting techniques as per Cambridge standards.
  • Monitored course progression by marking and assessing projects, examinations, homework and coursework with fair and equitable grades.
  • Maintained regular scheduled office hours to advise and assist struggling students.
  • Related historical concepts to current events and situations to help students develop appreciation for history.
  • Kept teaching designs and methods in compliance with educational standards and regulations to provide optimal support to students.
  • Served on academic or administrative committees dealing with institutional policies, departmental matters and academic issues.
  • Supervised undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship and research work.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Education

Master of Science - International Development Studies

Iqra University
Islamabad, Pakistan
12.2017

Master of Arts - Development Studies

Iqra University
Islamabad, Pakistan
08.2015

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Punjab University
Lahore, Pakistan
08.2013

Skills

  • Performance Improvement
  • Practice Management
  • Issue Resolution
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • MS Office
  • Strategy Development
  • Leadership
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Business Strategies
  • Public Relations
  • Data Analysis
  • Unstructured Data
  • Effective Customer Service
  • Team Collaboration
  • Administrative Support
  • Tracking Donations
  • Training Resources
  • Adult Learning Theories
  • Workflow Process Improvement
  • Training Program Development
  • Management Expertise
  • Project Coordination
  • Project Management
  • Time Management
  • Interpersonal Skills

Certification

Project Management Diploma- Nust, Islamabad, Pakistan.

CMMI Certified Appraisal Team Member.

Microsoft Office

References

Waseem Haider

President, Datawiz Corporation, VA

Contact Number: 7036282262

Email: whaider@datawiz.net

Bubbly Malik

Executive Director, Wajood Society (an NGO working for Transgender Rights)

866, service roads north, Sector I-10/2, Islamabad

Contact Number: 00923215253459

Email Address: bubbli.good@gmail.com

Dr Muhammad Islam:

Dean Iqra University, Islamabad Campus.

Contact Number:0092300-8540352

Email Address: islam@iqraisb.edu.pk

Muneeze Muzafar

Headmistress: The Millennium Education System FWSC, Islamabad.

Contact Number: 0092300-9888418

Email Address: muneeze.muzaffar@tme.edu.pk

Dr Ayesha Anees Malik:

Assistant Professor, Centre of excellence in Gender Studies , Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad.

Contact Number: 0092321-5599894

Email Address: aamalik@qau.edu.pk




Further References': Available upon Request.

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Quote

A man is about as big as the things that make him angry.
Winston Churchill

Timeline

Associate

Datawiz Corporation
11.2022 - Current

Communications Coordinator

Group Development Pakistan
05.2020 - 09.2022

Sociology Professor

Westminster International College
09.2018 - 08.2022

Senior Technical Writer

Wajood Organization
05.2018 - 08.2022

Sociology/Global Perspectives & Research Professor

Roots Millennium College
09.2017 - 08.2022

Project Coordinator

Wajood NGO
04.2015 - Current

Freelance Content Writer

Writing4money
02.2010 - Current

Master of Science - International Development Studies

Iqra University

Master of Arts - Development Studies

Iqra University

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Punjab University
Mehak Nadeem