Program Management Quality Assurance
Resume:
Abdul Rahim Rashidi
Federal Way, WA ZIP code 98003
Phone: +1-253-***-****
Email: **.**************@*****.***
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/abdul-rahim-rashidi
Summary of Qualifications:
With over 20 years' program management international experience with Non-Profit organizations and the U.S. Government sectors, along with 4 years' mechanical engineering experience in private companies. Strong skills in strategic leadership and planning, program management, strategic planning and development, resource planning and allocation, financial analysis and planning, and business process improvement.
Professional Experience:
US Embassy Afghanistan - SIGAR
Program Analyst
March 2015 - January 2021 (5 years 11 months)
Duties and Responsibilities:
Contributed significantly to the developed program strategies for reviewing contracts, designs, plans, specifications, and project proposals.
Maintained quality standards for inspection and evaluation.
Conducted various analyses on projects to ensure timely completion of reports.
Identified quality assurance and control deficiencies and proposed new performance audits and inspections.
Participated in site visits, conferences, meetings, and negotiations with various stakeholders.
Applied auditing and inspection techniques and methodologies for complex performance audits and inspections of Afghanistan reconstruction programs.
Achievements:
Project Inspection and Public Reporting (SIGAR):
Attended 21 project inspections as a key member of the SIGAR (Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction) team.
Played a pivotal role in conducting thorough and detailed inspections of various US-funded projects in Afghanistan.
Collaborated with a diverse group of professionals, including engineers, auditors, and government officials, during on-site inspections.
Analyzed project documentation, design plans, and specifications
ZOA - Relief to Recovery (International NGO), Afghanistan
1. Manager General Affairs (2005 - 2015)
A. Program Management:
Ensured the smooth running of programs within the Program Management System.
Acted as the country director in the absence of the director.
Provided technical support for program development.
Monitored program activities, updated management on progress, and supported project teams.
Managed project partner contracts and conducted contractor activity evaluations.
B. Operational Management:
Supervised finance, logistics, IT, and human resource departments.
Ensured compliance with donor, government, and ZOA regulations.
Contributed to staff development through training.
Monitored security measures within the organization.
Analyzed financial progress and reported deviations.
C. Liaison Management:
Established and managed partnerships with UN agencies, Afghan government officials, NGOs, donors, and other stakeholders.
Represented ZOA AFG at meetings and discussions.
2. Project Manager (2004 - 2005)
Managed project planning and implementation.
Provided strategic advice on regional governance issues.
Developed annual work plans and managed project risks.
Prepared progress reports for stakeholders.
3. Admin Finance Manager (2000 - 2004)
Finance:
Provided financial feedback to ZOA AFG management.
Initiated and supervised yearly budgets.
Analyzed financial progress and reported deviations.
Planned financial requirements and organized financial audits.
HRM:
Translated ZOA's HR policies into the local cultural setting.
Implemented and monitored HR policies and procedures.
IT:
Implemented IT policies and procedures.
Monitored and evaluated IT policies and procedures.
Logistics:
Implemented logistical policies and procedures.
Monitored and evaluated logistical policies and procedures.
Ministry of Transport, Kabul Province, Afghanistan.
Mechanical Engineer
Nov 1995 - Jan 2000 ·
Responsibilities:
Managed a team of 20 technical local staff responsible for the maintenance of airport machinery, ensuring optimal functionality.
Analyzed technical issues related to airport transport equipment, diagnosing problems, and providing effective solutions.
Prepared comprehensive cost reports for equipment repairs, optimizing budget allocation and resource management.
Ensured the timely and efficient repair of technical issues, minimizing downtime and disruptions to airport operations.
Acted as a Technical Manager, providing leadership and guidance to the team, including training and knowledge enhancement to maintain high-performance standards
Analytical skill
Communication skills
Forecasting
Profit & Loss
Managerial Skills
Project Lifecycle Management
Managing Cross-Functional Teams
Languages:
English: Professional Working
Pashto: Full Professional
Dari: Native
Turkish: Beginner
Academic:
Diploma in Business Administration - Kardan University (2007-2008)
Master of Mechanical Engineering - Kabul Polytechnic University (1988-1995)
Professional Training:
240 hrs. CPE by SIGAR (2015-2021)
Certified Internal Auditor Certificate by George Mason University (2016)
HRM, Projects, Management, Finance Management by ZOA Netherlands
Project Management, HRM International Context by Management Development Foundations Organization Netherlands
Reference:
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