Sanam Rashid
Alexandria,VA
Summary
With 7+ years’ experience, mainly in Planning and Project Management domain, I aim at utilizing my qualification and experience maximally, by working in a competitive organization that provides with the opportunities and challenges to utilize & polish my skills, resulting in mutual growth and success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Photography
Independent
05.2022 - Current
- Have been working as an independent photographer, and recently launched a business in Wedding and portrait photography
- Developed cohesive photography style, and gradually expanded business opportunities through proactive networking within photography community.
- Perform general office duties such as scheduling sessions & appointments, advertising, social media, book keeping
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time. Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently, and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Digital Services Planning Executive
Telenor
03.2015 - 06.2017
- Planning and management of existing and upcoming DS platforms and Services along with regular co-ordination with stakeholders, vendors and associated touch points.
- Understand & refine Business requirements and effectively translate them into project lifecycle.
- Create system designs, road-map, and ensure smooth development, testing & deployment.
- Stakeholder Management with internal and external customers, vendor/team management for assuring department's deliveries, and relevant contract management
- Lead product development through internal or external development teams
- Coordinate with Commercial Division on analyzing requirements for current services based on subscriber forecast.
- Present management with updates regarding progress of on-going projects, activities and seeking approvals for new project/services.
- Managed relationships with external partners, fostering collaborative environments conducive to successful project completion.
- Structured contingency plans for unforeseen events affecting timeline or scope of ongoing projects.
Planning & Scheduling Officer
IRG - USAID Project
05.2013 - 04.2015
- Develop, understand and get involved with system operations re planning and engineering.
- Review, plan and develop design as per upcoming project schedule.
- Preparation of analysis reports for distribution network optimization, using SynerGEE Load, Analysis Tool and ArcGIS.
- Prepare, manage and deliver successfully planning of broad range of power distribution system services projects.
- Undertaking reviews technical and feasibility studies including site investigations
- Maintenance of workflow for assigned projects and completion of these projects within strict time frames and funding allowances.
- Liaising with clients and stakeholders, and management, to ensure projects run smoothly and structures are completed within budget and on time.
RF Engineer
LCC International
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Worked with software systems and digital and communications systems engineers on the AT&T GWS Project in Arkansas and Oklahoma (AROK) - Remote 3G RF Optimization.
- Analyzed and documented test results to comply with industry standards.
- Provided guidance on RF best practices to support team members in their professional development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunication Engineering
National University of Sciences & Technology
Islamabad, Pakistan2011
Higher Secondary School Certificate - Science Pre-Engineering
Army Public School & College
Pakistan2007
Skills
- Requirements Analysis
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Processes and procedures
- Team Leadership
- Project Scheduling
- Problem-solving abilities
- Project Management
Timeline
Photography
Independent
05.2022 - Current
Digital Services Planning Executive
Telenor
03.2015 - 06.2017
Planning & Scheduling Officer
IRG - USAID Project
05.2013 - 04.2015
RF Engineer
LCC International
07.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunication Engineering
National University of Sciences & Technology
Higher Secondary School Certificate - Science Pre-Engineering
Army Public School & College
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