ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Muhammed Ishaque is a development professional with 15+ years of experience in sexual and reproductive health, family planning, women’s health & rights, maternal newborn and child health, climate change & climate-smart agriculture, nutrition, child education, large-scale/high-impact program design and management, research & analysis, health systems strengthening, impact measurement, evidence generation, and monitoring & evaluation. He is a strategic and innovative leader in the field of data analytics, research, monitoring, and evaluation, program design, and implementation. He did an MSc in Applied Statistics in 2011 from the University of Karachi, Pakistan. His professional experience mainly involves large-scale and high-impact program designing, planning, and implementation, program evaluation, large-scale data management, and data analysis, implementation of technical assistance projects, health system strengthening, health management information systems strengthening, monitoring & evaluation of high- impact programs, knowledge collation, synthesis, and dissemination. He started his professional career with the Aga Khan University, Hospital in 2006 as a data entry operator (tenure 2006-2010), then joined Marie Stopes Society, Pakistan in 2010 as a data management officer and left as a Deputy Senior Manager Program Design and Development in 2019. He has been with Pathfinder International since 2019 and currently working as Sr. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Advisor (Director-level) for USAID-funded Building Healthy Families Activity.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Organization Career-level Donor(s)

Total years of

experience

Program area

(Health, Environment, GBV, SBCC, and

Education)

The Aga Khan

University, Hospital

Entry-level

Aga Khan Development Network

(AKDN)

4 years 6 months

Maternal, newborn, and child

health (MNCH), Child malnutrition,

Child Education

Marie Stopes

Society, Pakistan

Mid-senior

level

PACKARD Foundation, Large

Anonymous Donor (LAD), USAID,

UKAID/FCDO (formerly known as

DFID), Global Affairs Canada (GAC),

SHOPS Plus and UNFPA

8 years 11 months

Family Planning (FP) /

Reproductive Health (RH), and

Post-abortion care (PAC)

Pathfinder

International

Senior

management

Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

(BMGF), UNFPA, FCDO, TAKEDA

Pharmaceuticals, UNHCR, Punjab

Population Innovation Fund (PPIF)

and USAID

Currently working

since October 2019

[4 years 2 months as of

December 31, 2023]

FP/RH, Postpartum FP (PPFP),

Post-abortion FP (PAFP), Climate

Change, MNCH, Nutrition, Child

Immunization, COVID-19, SBCC

and Gender-based Violence (GBV)

SKILLS & EXPERTISE MATRIX

STATISTICAL EXPERTISE:

T-test, Chi-Square, Linear regression, Logistic regression, Multinomial regression, Analysis of variance and non-parametric test, Survival analysis, Sample size estimation, PCA and EFA SOFTWARES:

SPSS, STATA, Epi-info, Epi-data, EpiCollect5, SurveyCTO, KoboTool Box, Advance Excel, MS Access, SQL, “WHO” Anthropometry, Power BI

AREAS OF EXPERTISE/CORE COMPETENCIES: HEALTH/PROGRAM AREAS: 1) Projects / Operational management – planning, monitoring, controlling, and evaluation, conceptual & analytical skills 2) Strategic review & planning, organizational development 1) Sexual and reproductive health (SRH) programs

2) Maternal, newborn child health (MNCH)

3) Post-pregnancy family planning (PpFP)

3) Evidence – publication, implementation learnings 4) Health services strengthening, quality improvement 4) Research – impact analysis, public health research & evaluation 5) Program design, development, and implementation 6) Proposal writing, donor reporting, and donor communication 7) Team building, leadership, and management skills 8) Program evaluation, assessment, and impact measurement 9) Health system and data management systems strengthening 5) Operation research

6) Community development and human development

7) Family planning

8) Nutrition

9) Climate change and Climate Smart-Agriculture

Muhammad Ishaque Sheikh

Home address: Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi, Pakistan (Currently situated in Islamabad) Contact: Cell: +92-322-*******

E-mail: ad3omd@r.postjobfree.com

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muhammad-ishaque-sheikh- 5a466364?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BQFXYy%2FekS%2FKU%2FHIoy8FCdQ%3D%3D ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

Master of Applied Statistics (1st Division) University of Karachi, Pakistan (2011)

Bachelor of Commerce University of Karachi, Pakistan (2007)

Intermediate in Commerce Board of Intermediate Education, Karachi (2004)

Matriculation Oxford High School, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi (2002) WORK EXPERIENCE DETAILS

Pathfinder International, Pakistan

Sr. MEL Advisor – Building Healthy Families Activity (BHFA), USAID (Job Location-Islamabad) 19th December 2022 – Current Job Director Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) 1st July 2022 – 18th December 2022 Acting Program Lead 1st June – 30th November 2020

Sr. Manager Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) 14th October 2019 – 30th June 2022 Leads and manages a medium-sized team tasked with performance monitoring, assessments, evaluations, implementation science, and research and data analytics. Leads team in collaboration with other departments to leverage expertise and to develop and implement Pathfinder’s data collection and evaluation strategies, work plans, and communication plans focused on lessons learned. Works with team to develop MEL plans, including project design, appropriate selection of final project indicators, targets, and data sources, and teamwork plans to ensure effective implementation. Design evaluations, research, and quality improvement studies that meet ethical, and methodological standards. Worked in partnership with the Country Director in providing strategic leadership and managerial oversight of the administrative, programmatic, technical, financial, and operational aspects of Pathfinder International’s country office. Currently, collaborates with the Chief of Party, USAID to ensure that program objectives are met, all activities are responsive to the needs of the host country, and the program continues to advance and play a key role in contributing to Pathfinder International’s development within the country. In my current capacity, I am providing technical leadership to develop the MEL system for the USAID-funded project to capture performance results and provide effective, accurate, and timely monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of all project activities. Supporting higher management for effective management and collaborative and strategic learning across project teams, partners, donors, and stakeholders. Marie Stopes Society, Pakistan

Deputy Sr. Manager Program Design and Development (PDD) January 2019 – 13th October 2019 Manager Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation (RME) April 2015 – December 2018 Assistant Manager Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation January 2012 – March 2015 Data Management Officer November 2010 – December 2011 Developed M&E framework and strategies for project monitoring; planning, designing, and execution of research and evaluation studies/surveys for different internationally funded projects such as USAID, DFID, PACKARD, FHI, and RAF. Developed research/M&E data collection tools; developed a system for monitoring ongoing data management activities and data collection processes; developed data entry software using Epi-data, Visual FoxPro, and MS Access. Impact assessment as per donor requirements and performed various advanced statistical analyses. Provided data collection and data management training. Led the program design and development (PDD) function including research and evaluation (R&E), program monitoring, donor communications and reporting, and external communications. Led the design, implementation, and management of various high- level programs. Represented MSS at various national and international forums and participated in high-level donor meetings and government meetings/events. Contributed to the development of a sustainability framework for various donor-funded projects and implementation plans based on sustainability initiatives. Conducted impact analysis using MSI IMPACT calculator to inform strategic planning and decision-making. Developed research protocols, project evaluation methodologies, research manuscripts, abstracts, and research briefs for wider dissemination of research evidence to share best practices and lessons learned to promote evidence- based decision-making. Presented research findings/program data/routine services data at various national and international conferences/forums/meetings. Coordinated and communicated with an international research team based in London. Aga Khan University, Human Development Program (Early Childhood Development and Maternal Health) Research Assistant July 2008 – November 2010

Data Entry Operator May 2006 – June 2008

Performed data entry into predesigned software, data editing, and coding, and data cleaning (dual data entry errors and logical assessment of the data) by using pre-designed computer software. Coordinated with I.T department regarding the development of data entry software; coordinated with field teams to resolve data-related issues and ensure timely availability of all the necessary research data; maintained records of all documents related to research studies. Performed descriptive analysis and assisted in inferential analysis. Performed analysis of child’s growth/malnutrition and prepared presentations for various forums and support in the development of survey reports. Developed databases, and data entry software, monitored data entry process; handled data- related issues, and take measures to ensure data quality. Developed/refined data collection tools; conducted training of field staff regarding data collection and research questionnaires. Provided facilitation in workshops and Advance Diploma Program. Frequently traveled to monitor data collection activities and resolve data-related issues. PEER-REVIEWED RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS (Chronological order) 1) H. Waqas, S.K. Azmat, M. Mohsina and M. Ishaque (2011). “Determining the factors associated with Unmet need for family planning: a cross-sectional survey in 49 districts of Pakistan” Pakistan Journal of Public Health 2011; 1 (1): 21-27. http://www.pakmedinet.com/journal/71/1/December/2011/1(1) 2) Syed K Azmat, Babar T Shaikh, Waqas Hameed, Mohsina Bilgrami, Ghulam Mustafa, Muhammad Ali, Muhammad Ishaque, Wajahat Hussain and Aftab Ahmed (2012). “Rates of IUCD discontinuation and its associated factors among the clients of a social franchising network in Pakistan: Findings from a retrospective study with clients of a social franchising network in Pakistan”. BMC Women’s Health (International journal) 2012, 12:8 http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6874/12/8 3) Azmat SK, Hameed W, Ishaque M, Mustafa G and Ahmed A (2012) “Post-abortion care family planning use in Pakistan”. Pakistan Journal of Public Health Apr-Jun 2012; 2 (2): 4-9. http://www.pakmedinet.com/19032 4) Khurram Azmat S, Tasneem Shaikh B, Hameed W, Mustafa G, Hussain W, Jamshaid Asghar, Muhammad Ishaque et al. (2013)

“Impact of Social Franchising on Contraceptive Use When Complemented by Vouchers: A Quasi-Experimental Study in Rural Pakistan”. PLoS ONE 8(9): e74260. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0074260 http://www.plosone.org/article/info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0074260 (International journal) 5) Azmat SK, Hameed W, Lendvay A, Shaikh BT, Mustafa G, Siddiqui MA, Brohi S, Karim A, Ishaque M et al. “Rationale, design and cohort enrolment of a prospective observational study of the clinical performance of the new contraceptive implant Femplant ® in Pakistan: a study protocol”. International Journal of Women’s Health (Dove Medical Press), May 2014 Volume 2014:6 Pages 573 – 583. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.2147/IJWH.S58438 6) Syed K Azmat, Moazzam A, Waqas Hameed, Ghulam Mustafa, Ghazanfer Abbas, Muhammad Ishaque et al. (2014) “A study protocol: using demand-side financing to meet the birth spacing needs of the underserved in Punjab Province in Pakistan”. Reproductive Health (International journal) Reproductive Health 2014, 11:39 doi:10.1186/174*-****-**-** http://www.reproductive-health-journal.com/content/11/1/39/abstract# 7) Hameed W, Azmat SK, Ali M, Sheikh MI, Abbas G, et al. (2014) “Women's Empowerment and Contraceptive Use: The Role of Independent versus Couples' Decision-Making, from a Lower Middle-Income Country Perspective”. PLoS ONE 9(8): e104633. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0104633 (International Journal) http://dx.plos.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0104633 8) Syed Khurram Azmat, Waqas Hameed, Moazzam Ali, Muhammad Ishaque, et al. “Comparing effectiveness of two client follow- up approaches in sustaining the use of Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) among the underserved in rural Punjab, Pakistan: a study protocol and participants profile”. Reproductive Health (International journal) Reproductive Health 2015, 12:9 doi:10.1186/1742-4755-12-9 http://www.reproductive-health-journal.com/content/12/1/9/abstract 9) Syed Khurram Azmat, Moazzam Ali, Muhammad Ishaque, Ghulam Mustafa, Waqas Hameed, et al. “Assessing predictors of contraceptive use and demand for family planning services in underserved areas of Punjab province in Pakistan: results of a cross-sectional baseline survey”. Reproductive Health (International journal) Reproductive Health 2015, 12:25 doi:10.1186/s12978-015-0016-9 http://www.reproductive-health-journal.com/content/12/1/25/abstract 10) Ghulam Mustafa, Syed Khurram Azmat, Waqas Hameed, Safdar Ali, Muhammad Ishaque, et al. (2015) “Family Planning Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices among Married Men and Women in Rural Areas of Pakistan: Findings from a Qualitative Need Assessment Study”. International Journal of Reproductive Medicine Volume 2015, Article ID 190520, 8 Pages. http://www.hindawi.com/journals/ijrmed/2015/190520/ 11) Waqas Hameed, Syed Khurram Azmat, Moazzam Ali, Wajahat Hussain, Ghulam Mustafa, Muhammad Ishaque, et al.,

“Determinants of Method Switching among Social Franchise Clients Who Discontinued the Use of Intrauterine Contraceptive Device”. International Journal of Reproductive Medicine, vol. 2015, Article ID 941708, 8 pages, 2015. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/941708

12) Waqas Hameed, Syed Khurram Azmat, Muhammad Ishaque, Wajahat Hussain, Erik Munroe, et al. “Continuation rates and reasons for discontinuation of intra-uterine device in three provinces of Pakistan: results of a 24-month prospective client follow-up”. Health Research Policy and Systems 2015, 13 (Suppl 1): 53. http://www.health-policy- systems.com/content/13/S1/53

13) Syed Khurram Azmat, Waqas Hameed, Hasan Bin Hamza, Ghulam Mustafa, Muhammad Ishaque, et al. “Engaging with community-based public and private mid-level providers for promoting the use of modern contraceptive methods in rural Pakistan: results from two innovative birth spacing interventions”. Reproductive Health (International journal) Reproductive Health 2016, 13:25 doi:10.1186/s12978-016-0145-9 http://www.reproductive-health- journal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12978-016-0145-9 14) Hameed W, Azmat SK, Ali M, Ishaque M, Abbas G, Munroe E, et al. (2016) “Comparing Effectiveness of Active and Passive Client Follow-Up Approaches in Sustaining the Continued Use of Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) in Rural Punjab: A Multicentre, Non-Inferiority Trial”. PLoS ONE (International journal) 11(9): e0160683. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0160683

(http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0160683) 15) Hameed W, Ishaque M, Gul X, Siddiqui J, et al. (2018) “Does courtesy bias affect how clients report on objective and subjective measures of family planning service quality? A comparison between facility- and home-based interviews”. Open Access Journal of Contraception (International journal, Dove Press) Volume 2018:9: Pages 33 – 43 https://doi.org/10.2147/OAJC.S153443 16) Hameed, W., Siddiqui, J.- ur-R., Ishaque, M., Hussain, S., Gul, X., Najmi, H., Noorani, S., Mustafa, G., & Balal, A. (2018). “What Influences Family Planning in Rural Pakistan: Franchised Service Provider and Community Health Worker Perspective”. Pakistan Journal of Public Health, 8(2), 100-106. https://www.pjph.org/index.php/pjph/article/view/88 17) Xaher Gul, Waqas Hameed, Sharmeen Hussain, Ishaque Sheikh and Junaid-ur-Rehman Siddiqui (2019). “A study protocol for an mHealth, multi-centre randomized control trial to promote use of postpartum contraception amongst rural women in Punjab, Pakistan”. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, (2019) 19:283. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-019-2427-z 18) Xaher Gul, Junaid-ur-Rehman Siddiqui, Miraal Mavalvala, Waqas Hameed, Muhammad Ishaque (2020). “Development and validation of a psychometric scale to assess attitude towards safe abortions in Pakistan”. Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association, (2020) https://doi.org/10.47391/JPMA.503 19) Muhammad Ishaque, Shaikh Ayub, Zainab Feroz, et al. (2021). “Predictors of postpartum family planning uptake in Sindh and Punjab provinces of Pakistan”. Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association, (2021) https://www.jpma.org.pk/supplement- article-details/653

20) Muhammad Ahmed Siddiqui, Muhammad Ishaque, Syed Aziz ur Rab, Sana Darvesh, et al. (2021). “Effectiveness of community- based interpersonal communication for generating family planning demand in key groups”. Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association, (2021) https://www.jpma.org.pk/supplement-article-details/651 WORKING PAPER SERIES PUBLICATIONS

1 S.K. Azmat, Waqas Hameed, Ghulam Mustafa, M. Ishaque, et. Al (2012). “Assessment of a Community-Based Distribution (CBD) Model for Increasing Demand and Utilization of Family Planning Services in 49 Districts of Pakistan” Working paper series No. 2, 2012 ISSN 2076 000

2 S.K. Azmat, Waqas Hameed, Ghulam Mustafa, M. Ishaque, et. Al (2012). “Finding of an 18–month assessment of the effectiveness of a rural-based social franchising program using vouchers of long-term family planning services in Pakistan” Working paper series No. 3, 2012 ISSN 2076 000, Marie Stopes Society Pakistan, 2013. Accessed on 23 June 2013: http://mariestopespk.org/wp-content/uploads/Research-Monitoring-and-Evaluation.pdf ATTENDED NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES (Presentation Skills) 1 Fourth International eHealth Conference 2013 on Potential of Mobile Health (mHealth) in Developing Countries at the Aman Foundation, Karachi. Organized by the eHealth Association of Pakistan (eHAP) 2 First National Conference on Social Franchise 2014 in Pakistan organized by Marie Stopes Society, Pakistan 3 Participated in “South Asia and West Asia Regional Retreat 2016” in Vietnam, organized by Marie Stopes International 4 Presented research papers at the 8th annual public health conference 2017, Islamabad on “Social Health Protection & other Public Health Issues in Pakistan: Prospects, Scalability and Sustainability.” 5 Presented research papers at the “International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP) 2018” in Kigali, Rwanda 6 Presented data/research findings at the “International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP) 2022” in Pattaya, Bangkok ACHIEVEMENTS/AWARDS

1 Awarded in 2021 in recognition of the successful completion of the Naya Qadam (a new step in English) BMGF-funded project 2 Received excellent performance award in 2018 in recognition of supporting various departments within the organization 3 Awarded in 2013 in recognition of providing technical support during the implementation of operational research 4 Received award in 2012 in recognition for successful completion of prospective observational research study 5 Published twenty peer-reviewed papers in national and international journals on various topics such as family planning, voucher programs, quality of care, family planning discontinuation, women empowerment, prospective research 6 Promoted twice within two years of employment because of continuous collaboration, successes, and achievements ORGANIZED TRAININGS AND WORKSHOPS (Management Skills) 1 Five-day Workshop on “Data Analysis and Data Management Using Excel and SPSS 18.0” in Chitral and Gilgit with the collaboration of PDCC and PDCN (Oct & Nov 2010)

2 Three-day Workshop on “Data Management Using Epi-Data” in Aga Khan University – Human Development Program (Sep 2009)

3 Two-day Training on “Child’s Growth Monitoring and Research Data Management” in District HALA for HANDS (Health and Nutrition Development Society) (July 2009)

4 Two-day Training on “Quantitative Data Analysis using SPSS 16.0” in Aga Khan University – Human Development Program for AKU-SON (Aga Khan University – School of Nursing) BSCN Students (April 2009) 5 Three-day Workshop on “Data Management Skills” in Aga Khan University – Human Development Program (Oct 2008) 6 Assisted in conducting “Census at AKU-HDP Field Sites” (May 2008) 7 Three-day Workshop on “Research Orientation Workshop on Early Childhood Development” in Aga Khan University (Sep 2007) TRAININGS AND WORKSHOPS CONDUCTED (Facilitation Skills) 1 Taught SPSS, EPI-DATA and MS Excel in “Statistical Data Analysis and Management Using Excel and SPSS 18.0” course organized by the Aga Khan Health Services Program (AKHSP) in Chitral and Gilgit (Oct & Nov 2010 respectively) 2 Conducted sessions on SPSS and Statistical Analysis in “Advance Diploma Course III” organized by the Aga Khan University – Human Development Program (Sep 2010)

3 Taught SPSS, Data Management and Epi-Data organized by the Aga Khan University – Human Development Program (Sep 2009) 4 Taught “Monitoring and Analyses of Child’s Growth” for HANDS Staff (Health and Nutrition Development Society) (July 2009) 5 Taught SPSS in “Quantitative Data Analysis” course organized for the Aga Khan University – School of Nursing Students

(BScN)” (April 2009)

6 Conducted sessions on Child’s Growth Monitoring and Promotion in Quetta & Tando Jam (Nov 2007 & Nov 2008 respectively) 7 Taught Data Management Skills Workshop in the Aga Khan University – Human Development Program (Oct 2008) TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION

1 MS Office from Orawin Computer Institute (2001)

2 Four-months certification course on “Certificate in Information Technology (C.I.T)” from COMPUTA affiliated with SKILL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL, Karachi (2003)

3 Six-months certification course on “Network Administration” from Network Academy (2003) 4 Five-days certified training on “Learning to Listen, Learning to Teach” (Training of Trainers)" from Aga Khan University Hospital

– Global Learning Partners (2006)

5 Two-months certification course on “Visual Basic 6.0” from Academy of Business Computer affiliated with SKILL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL & SINDH BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION (2007) 6 Four-months certification course on “Software Development” from High Multimedia Computer Application affiliated with SKILL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL & SINDH BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION (2007) 7 Five-days training on “Effective Report Writing using SQL” from International Credit Information Limited (2009) 8 One-month certification course on “Statistics, Data Management & Data Analysis and Computer Skills” from Aga Khan University – Community Health Science (2011)

9 Research Ethics (online) training curriculum Course completed from FHI (2011) 10 Healthy Timing and Spacing Pregnancy (online) Certificate of Course Completion in Global Health, USAID (2012) 11 Five-days training on “Research Techniques for Decision Making” from Pakistan Institute of Management – Lahore (2012) 12 Twelve weeks diploma course on “Research Methodology” from Dow University of Health Sciences, Pakistan (2013) 13 Super Self (Leadership and Management Skills Training) from Torque (2013) 14 Attended one-day training on “Breakthrough Innovation” organized by MSS and conducted by Stimulus (2013) 15 Global 2015 Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation Workshop in Manila, Philippines conducted and organized by Marie Stopes International (United Kingdom) in 2015

16 Five-days training on “Understanding Communication, Management and Leadership” conducted by Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) in 2018

17 Four-days training on “Strategies for Financing HealthCare towards Universal Health Coverage” conducted and organized by The Aga Khan University (AKU) and World Health Organization (WHO) in 2019 SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE

1) Developed client searching & reporting program, databases, and data entry software using Visual FoxPro 8.0 for Aga Khan University - Human Development Program

2) Developed research questionnaire, and data entry software for Aga Khan Foundation, Pakistan for their research projects

(School Environment and Child Enrollment Status)

3) Developed various e-data collection software using freely available mobile app for various MSS research/data collection survey FREQUENT TRAVELS

Frequently travel across Pakistan to ensure business rhythm, ensure data quality & data reliability, and monitor day-to-day field activities related to program implementation, research projects/studies, M&E and strengthen data management systems. Conduct staff meeting, planning workshop and progress review workshop/meeting. Moreover, international official travel exposure to Philippine, Vietnam, Rwanda and Bangkok.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Father’s Name: Ghulam Nabi Sheikh

Date of Birth: Jan 9th, 1985

Religion: Islam

Marital Status: Married

Domicile: Karachi, Sindh

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