Masood Akhtar

• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Spearheaded the coordination of CCCM cluster to facilitate the partners providing life-saving humanitarian assistance to the displaced population of Yemen, also planned and developed different strategies to promote the use of existing standards, policies and guidelines (e.g., SPHERE, Good Enough Guide).

4 Standardize tools/guidance notes for optimum planning and implementation of Cluster responses to cross-cutting issues like Housing-Land-Property (HLP), Protection mainstreaming, integrated approaches (WASH), and Environment.

4 Established effective coordination mechanisms through a platform of information sharing, both at the national and Hub level, in close collaboration with the government.

4 Kept SMT abreast with strategic decision-making; represented interests of cluster lead agency and its partners including cluster members in discussions with the Humanitarian Coordinator (HC) at inter-cluster meetings, and other stakeholders on the prioritization of cluster issues for humanitarian action and resource mobilization.

4 Provided leadership in emergency and crisis preparedness by putting in place contingency plans in areas/situations where there is a high risk of recurring disasters/conflicts and where sufficient capacity exists within the CCCM Cluster.

Mainstreamed the National Policy on Durable Solutions of the Climate Change and Disaster Induced Displaced Populations into the National Adaptation Plan (NAP). Guided MoCCA-NDMO and partners in mainstreaming CCA & DRR projects into the national monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework as well as for training on SOPs for the Durable Solution framework.

- Set up the National Displacement Tracking Mechanism to provide partners an informed and strategic guide for the CBDRR projects designed to assist the communities affected by the impacts of CC & DRR related events.

- Rendered a keen eye for details to identify different strategies and resources for the Government of Vanuatu (GoV), across its various Ministries and Departments, to meet the GCF Performance Standards.

- Led IOM’s emergency assistance program in response to government/NDMO request for technical assistance (Ambae volcanic eruption), also assisted DG Climate Change in follow up of adoption process of proposed draft displacement policy and keep updating the IOM in-country mission, regional office, and IDF secretariat.

- Strategized and aligned National Displacement Tracking Mechanism to provide partners with an informed & strategic guide for the CBDRR projects designing that assist the communities affected by the impacts of CC & DRR related events.

Additionally;

Developed a strategy and mobilized the resources through the government and partners and achieved task of registration of the entire displaced population at different islands. Provided situation update to IOM Australia, Regional Office Bangkok and HQ Geneva on the evolving emergency situation.

- Advocated for additional resources, developed the requisite proposal, and negotiated for standby resources deployment.

- Assisted provincial government in setting up the Camp Coordination and communication with IDPs mechanism and federal govt in data analysis to provide displacement situation to the Council of Ministers (COM) that provided for the strategic decision regarding the repatriation of IDPs.

Facilitated the provincial government/NDMO in repatriation planning and the NDMO in designing and conducting the post emergency National Lessons Leaned Exercise.

Emergency Program Coordinator for the humanitarian assistance program Yemen. Planned and coordinated the humanitarian assistance in entire Yemen and the role was discontinued to war in 2015

• Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
• Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
• Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
• Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
• Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
• Prepared agendas and took notes at meetings to archive proceedings.
• Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.
• Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
• Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.

Provided leadership in emergency and crisis preparedness, response and recovery; work in partnership to prevent and reduce shelter-related morbidity and mortality; facilitated the Cluster Coordinator in fulfilling the Emergency Shelter Cluster mission.

Being Shelter/CCCM Technical adviser, carried out a mandate of diverse variety from the overview of IASC minimum standards of shelter program to reconstruction rehabilitation, support to Cluster coordinator on day to day basis. Ensured evidence-based actions, gap-filling, and sound coordination. Provided oversight of compliance of Cluster partner program with agreed technical guidelines, and advise the Cluster Coordinator accordingly. Enhanced accountability, predictability and effectiveness of emergency shelter actions. Worked with Governmental authorities and other partners to ensure application of consistent damage assessment methodologies.

• Monitored technology infrastructure against core standards to provide technical assessment and advisory services.
• Advised project managers on simultaneous technical workstreams, aiding in alignment of broader business goals.
• Assessed risk for new project proposals, suggesting liability mitigation efforts where necessary.
• Fostered communication between site locations by initiating increased telepresence usage and remote operational review processes.
• Served as primary point of contact for triaging technical issues.

Through the HSP, UNICEF Syria supported education ministry of Syria to improve quality of education and schools physical environment by providing teacher training, schools supply, WASH in Schools and Schools rehabilitation. Target schools were about 400 in eight govern-orates all over the country where Iraqi children were enrolled. Program was also providing technical and financial support in Health, WASH, Child protection.

- Conducted environmental, hazard, health and safety assessments prior to the planning and implementation of required engineering measures.

- Designed engineering solutions as needed in the field for any demolition and reconstruction activity, including but not limited to; ground works, design of retaining walls, shoring, drainage, pathways and other infrastructure.

- Evaluated implementing partners and contractors performance, tracked progress and conduct quality assurance test, prepared BoQs, including cost estimates, and produce relevant material for tendering, to identify suitable contractors.

- Coordinated with external partners and contractors, including but not limited to the activities listed in paragraph 2, and to supervise the engineering section of the Site Planning unit.