United States Specialist Iii

Mohammad Saber Daqiqi

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Professional Summary

Political advisor with 15 years of experience in governance, political, social, and security issues. Extensive expertise in South and Central Asian political and security dynamics, as well as their foreign policy approaches toward the United States. Proven track record in implementing USAID-funded capacity-building programs with Afghan political parties, parliament, women activists, and electoral bodies. Additional experience in IT and human rights. Recognized as the Best Foreign Service Local Employee of the Year at the U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan in 2017.

Professional Experience

U.S. Department of State, Bureau of South & Central Asian Affairs

Political Specialist III

Washington, DC May 2022 – Present

Establish and maintain relationships with Afghan officials, political opposition members, civil society activists, and religious leaders to support U.S. diplomatic efforts.

Identify key political contacts and facilitate engagement for U.S. diplomats in the Afghanistan Affairs Unit based in Doha, Qatar.

Provide daily written and oral briefs on Afghan political developments to senior U.S. Department of State officials.

Conduct political research and analysis, monitoring Afghan media, government reports, and NGO publications.

Draft concise political updates on domestic, national, and regional issues relevant to U.S. strategic interests.

Deliver high-level interpretation and translation services for the U.S. Ambassador, Deputy Ambassador, and other senior U.S. officials during official meetings and engagements.

U.S. Embassy Kabul – Political and Economic Section

Political Advisor, Internal Politics Unit

Kabul, Afghanistan March 2013 – October 2021

Served as the senior political advisor specializing in Parliament, political parties, and elections.

Provided analysis and reports on internal political developments, including the Afghan Presidency, Cabinet, and opposition groups.

Advised U.S. diplomats on key political dynamics and electoral reforms.

Developed and maintained relationships with Afghan political figures, Members of Parliament, and policymakers.

Delivered high-level interpretation and translation services for the U.S. Ambassador, Deputy Ambassador, and other senior U.S. officials during official meetings and engagements.

National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI)

Kabul, Afghanistan 2004 – 2013

Senior Program Officer, Political Party Capacity Building Program (2011 – 2013)

Managed relationships with 15 major Afghan political parties and led capacity-building initiatives.

Supervised team members and conducted training sessions for Members of Parliament and their staff.

Led assessment interviews with over 80 political leaders nationwide.

Program Officer, Political Party & Coalition Capacity Building Program (2010 – 2011)

Managed implementation of the political trainer program with 55 trainers from 15 political parties.

Provided written reports on political party program activities and supervised program assistants.

Program Assistant, Parliamentary Program (2008 – 2010)

Assisted parliamentary commissions in organizing meetings, training sessions, and public hearings.

Managed NDI resource center and provided training materials for MPs and staff.

ICT Manager, Information and Technology Department (2007 – 2008)

Maintained NDI Kabul server and entered data for over 12,000 records in the NDI database.

Transportation Supervisor, Administrative Department (2006 – 2007)

Supervised the transportation team and coordinated vehicle logistics for staff.

HR Program Assistant, Election and Political Party Program (2004 – 2006)

Assisted in implementing election and political party programs, ensuring compliance with NDI guidelines.

Education

Master of Public Administration (MPA) – Arkansas State University 2023 – Present

Master’s in International Relations (Degree not received) – Kateb University, Kabul, Afghanistan 2018 – 2021

Bachelor’s in Law (Judiciary & Prosecutor Department) – Kateb University, Kabul, Afghanistan 2008 – 2013

English Diploma – Dunya University, Kabul, Afghanistan 2010 – 2011

Business English (PDI) Certificate – American University, Kabul, Afghanistan 2007 – 2008

Habibia High School Graduate – Kabul, Afghanistan 1996 – 2008

Professional Training & Certifications

U.S. Embassy Kabul & Washington, D.C.:

Overseas Political and Economic Training for Local Employed Staff

Advanced Political Training for Foreign Service Nationals

FSN Basic Supervisory Skills Training

National Democratic Institute (NDI):

Election Campaign Planning & Management

Public Policy Development

Polling Agent Planning

Strategic Planning for Political Parties and Coalitions

Personal Leadership & Management Training for Elected Members

BRIDGE Training on Election

Frederic Ebert Stiftung (FES):

Rule of Law Training

Project Development & Presentation Skills

Parliamentary Network Training

Skills & Languages

Languages: Dari/Farsi (Native), English (Fluent), Pashto (Very Good), Arabic (Good)

Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access), Internet Research & Analysis

Honors & Awards

Best Foreign Service Local Employee Award – U.S. Embassy Kabul, 2017

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