Mohammad Ismail Zubair

As a Graduate Research Assistant, I successfully complete a range of administrative and research duties as requested by professors. My responsibilities include performing statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis, as well as providing comprehensive support in designing and executing experiments. I actively contribute to the development of professionally-written scientific papers for publication and present research findings to experts at conferences. Additionally, I coordinate materials for projects, maintain accurate data records, and conduct thorough literature reviews to enhance understanding and prepare for studies. I collaborate closely with the research team, consistently identifying issues and ensuring alignment with study objectives.

In my role as a Translator, I have not only translated documents from English to Dari/Farsi and Pashto and vice versa, ensuring accuracy and maintaining the intended meaning, but I have also taken on additional responsibilities. I successfully created and led a team of translators, securing translation projects based on my references and expertise. I efficiently coordinated the work among the team, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes. In addition to translating documents, I reviewed and corrected errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation in the final works. I also listened to recordings and translated confidential information. Moreover, I provided translation services for research departments, supporting data collection and reporting. I had the privilege to interpret in meetings and press conferences, leveraging my cultural understanding to capture nuanced meanings. I was dedicated to replicating the flow, style, and overall meaning of the original texts, employing strategies such as repeating and restructuring complex translations to optimize understanding. Furthermore, I provided verbal summaries of non-English documents to diverse audiences and proactively updated existing translations to align with contemporary trends in communication.

As a Freelance Public Health Researcher, I provide public health and health research consultation, offering expertise in designing and conducting researches, evaluations, and assessments. I provide training on health research and public health concepts and assist individuals and entities in developing proposals, research protocols, policy briefs, and monitoring and evaluation briefs. I have experience in conducting desk reviews, systematic reviews, and data analysis, producing reports of results. Additionally, I have developed proposals and research protocols, collaborated with researchers and scientists, and contributed to the development and improvement of laboratory processes and protocols.

The role entails implementing monitoring and evaluation strategies aligned with the National Emergency Action Plan (NEAP) to enhance the performance of the PEI (Polio Eradication Initiative) program. This involves developing strategic documents for monitoring and evaluating Supplementary Immunization Activities (SIAs) at national, regional, and provincial levels based on the needs of different working groups within NEOC (National Emergency Operations Center). Collaboration with polio partners is crucial to assess and upgrade the M&E framework for PEI efforts, including the development of guidelines, tools, and benchmarks for data collection and indicators across program pillars. Various activities such as program-related surveys, evaluations, monitoring, and data analysis are conducted, and redundant data streams are identified and rationalized. Data use guidelines are developed, and evaluations of interventions are carried out, leading to the creation of summary reports for approval. SOPs, guidelines, and tools related to data validation and auditing are reviewed, and systems are established to share and track findings with other working groups and regional centers. The role also involves ensuring the quality and completeness of campaign data, capacity building for provincial teams, follow-up on post-campaign review meetings, and fulfilling any other assigned responsibilities.

As the Primary Care Manager, I excelled in various aspects of healthcare management. I demonstrated strong leadership skills by effectively hiring, training, and supervising a high-performing team. I prioritized compliance by enforcing adherence to National Health regulations and other relevant laws. To ensure smooth patient flow, I monitored patient numbers and wait times, implementing strategies for efficient check-in to check-out processes. I consistently promoted high levels of patient care and job efficiency by monitoring personnel duties and conducting clinic walk-throughs. By creating and implementing policies, I improved operational efficiency and patient care quality. Additionally, I prioritized safety and sanitation regulations to maintain a clean and organized work environment. Fostering collaboration and employee morale, I developed and implemented team-building activities. Leveraging patient feedback, I continuously improved processes to enhance day-to-day operations and increase patient satisfaction. Collaborating with healthcare professionals, I ensured the proper implementation of patient treatment plans. Furthermore, I effectively managed budgets and developed marketing strategies to expand visibility and grow the patient base.

In my role as Senior Advisor for Health Promotion and Communication, I managed third-party agency contracts, overseeing project management for health communications campaigns and training initiatives. Working within the Health Promotions Task Force (HPTF), I monitored and tracked health communications programs across line departments and sectors, ensuring strategic alignment. I played a key role in developing and implementing comprehensive health communications strategies, collaborating with third-party agencies for research, planning, and media integration. Quality assurance of communications campaigns produced by line departments was a crucial responsibility, ensuring high standards and objectives were met. Leading the digital and social media strategy, I engaged with social media partners, bridging the gap between campaign plans and online platforms. I also facilitated monitoring and evaluation efforts for all health communication campaigns, and supported contract management processes and M&E plan development. Additionally, I managed case studies and conducted opinion surveys to enrich the department's knowledge base.

In summary, as a Senior Advisor in Health Promotion and Communication, I oversaw project management, monitored programs, ensured strategic alignment, and implemented comprehensive strategies for health communications campaigns. I provided quality assurance, led digital and social media initiatives, facilitated monitoring and evaluation efforts, and supported contract management and M&E plan development. My role also involved managing case studies and opinion surveys to enhance organizational knowledge.

As the Senior Technical Advisor - Surveillance, I was responsible for strengthening the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) surveillance system and enhancing the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system. I led the design and implementation of key surveys, developed strategic documents, and represented the National EPI (NEPI) in technical forums. My role involved training teams, conducting surveillance reviews, and providing technical support for data collection, analysis, and feedback provision. I contributed to program planning, guideline development, and the coordination of immunization activities with various stakeholders. Additionally, I played a crucial role in AFP surveillance, AEFI surveillance, and monitoring the quality of immunization activities nationwide. My work involved close collaboration with MoPH, WHO, UNICEF, NGOs, and other partners to ensure effective surveillance and implementation of immunization programs.

As a Research Associate, my primary responsibilities included conducting data collection, performing data entry, and ensuring the accuracy and consistency of entered data. I supported the review and verification of data generated, aligning them with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) reporting requirements. Collaborating closely with the M&E Coordinator, I contributed to project monitoring and reporting, providing guidance and support to partners when needed. Additionally, I played a role in developing qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods study protocols for research projects and implementing the M&E framework. I facilitated program monitoring and evaluation sessions for junior students, collaborated with the team to develop data collection methods and tools, and organized, analyzed, and interpreted study data. Lastly, I contributed to the development of research reports and presentations.

As a Technical Consultant, I made significant achievements in the blood banking sector of Afghanistan. I introduced standardized practices to improve the blood banking system, developed and implemented the first-ever blood banking M&E strategy, and played a key role in establishing the Health Management Information System (HMIS) for national blood banks, integrating it with the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) HMIS system. I coordinated blood donation drives at various institutions and represented the Afghanistan National Blood Banking Services in national and international conferences. In my role, I provided technical expertise and leadership in designing and implementing the blood banking M&E strategy, supported central and regional blood banks in its implementation, developed M&E guidelines and frameworks, and contributed to project management planning. Additionally, I standardized program measurement and M&E tools, led the writing of technical reports, conducted data management sessions, and provided on-the-job mentoring and coaching to project staff in the field.

As a Medical Doctor, my responsibilities included providing emergent medical care for life-threatening injuries and illnesses, diagnosing and treating patients with chronic conditions, and educating patients and their families on the importance of a healthy diet and exercise. I ordered and executed tests and diagnostic images to gather information on patient conditions, interviewed patients to discuss symptoms and treatment options, and maintained patient confidentiality in compliance with National guidelines. I collaborated with other physicians and healthcare providers to provide comprehensive care for complex cases. Additionally, I reviewed medical histories, admitted and treated patients as part of 24-hour on-call services, and implemented therapeutic regimens to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence. I also volunteered at a community health clinic to provide care for low-income individuals.

As the Country Manager, I achieved remarkable success in my role. I transformed two underperforming projects worth $5 million into success stories within a short span of 10 months. Additionally, I trained over 400 medical staff, developed a comprehensive blood banking M&E system and HMIS system, and created a national blood banking training package for the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH). In my position, I led the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the university projects in Afghanistan, developed M&E frameworks and tools, and collected and analyzed project data to monitor performance. I effectively coordinated with government departments and stakeholders to ensure smooth project implementation, conducted mid-term reviews and final evaluations, and prepared and disseminated comprehensive reports. I provided assistance to the National Blood Bank in capacity building and other technical activities, coordinated blood donation drives and awareness sessions with international NGOs and embassies, and monitored and supervised fieldwork. Meeting reporting requirements, I prepared and submitted quarterly reports, project summary reports, and all other necessary project reports.

As a Technical Officer, my main responsibilities included data collection, entry, and sorting, ensuring accuracy and consistency of entered data in alignment with existing information. I supported data analysis and review, working closely with the M&E Coordinator for project monitoring and reporting, providing guidance and support to partners as necessary. I conducted training on special M&E tools, participated in quality improvement plans, and assisted in the development and implementation of monitoring tools. Additionally, I contributed to the coordination and execution of activities such as capacity building workshops, information dissemination, and preparation of M&E reports. I was also involved in project research activities when needed. Throughout my role, I traveled as required to coordinate, monitor, and participate in related activities, ensuring efficient project implementation.

In my role as Program Assistant and Master Trainer, my main duties and responsibilities included establishing and managing strong relationships with local communities in target provinces for community monitoring of field work. I engaged with provincial focal points and local monitors to understand community concerns and health issues. I facilitated the establishment of processes for electing community representatives and trained local monitors on community-based monitoring and transparency. Additionally, I monitored the data entry process, verified entered data, and ensured the proper functioning of the database. I supported the program specialist in managing processes, creating toolkits for legal trainings, and preparing work plans and budget forecasts. I drafted activity reports and regularly attended meetings, providing updates to the program specialist. I ensured the implementation of the program according to procedures and plans.

In my role as a Translator, I translated documents from English to Dari/Farsi and Pashto and vice-versa, ensuring accuracy and maintaining the intended meaning. I reviewed and corrected errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation in the final works. I also listened to recordings and translated confidential information. Additionally, I provided translation services for research departments, supporting data collection and reporting. I had the opportunity to interpret in meetings and press conferences, applying cultural understanding to capture nuanced meanings. I focused on replicating the flow, style, and overall meaning of the original texts and optimized understanding by repeating and restructuring complex translations. Furthermore, I provided verbal summaries of non-English documents to diverse audiences and updated existing translations to align with contemporary trends in communication.