MUSHTAQUE ALI UMRANI

Date of Birth: 22/02/1982

Nationality: Pakistani
Permanent Address: Seerani road, ward #4,
kot Pir aali shah Badin Sindh
Tel: +92 3332523723, 03132523723
Email mushtaq.umrani@yahoo.com, mushtaque.umrani@hotmail.co.uk

Personal Profile:
I am a development professional having masters in Anthropology clubbed with BS
Agriculture, I am a seasoned Food Security &Livelihoods and Cash Based Interventions
professional since 2007. I am internationally CaLP and Project Management certified with
proven track record of executing the successful projects of EU, ECHO under the platform of
UNHCR, Oxfam and Danish Red Cross in Pakistan and Africa. I have enjoyed my field of
expertise in the ascending position of Internee to EFSVL Advisor, and Head of Department.
I possess more than ten years experience in emergencies & development sector with good
capacity of management in development and deep commitment to aid, development,
minority and human rights issues and a proven record of initiating, planning and
implementing a variety of effective projects. I am politically astute and am not daunted by
complex material and enjoy the analytical challenges of rendering it intelligible. I
communicate well and can reach common ground with very different people, whatever the
background and have strong leadership skills.

Educational Qualifications

2005 2006 M.Sc Anthropology (First Division)

Quaid-e-Azam University Islamabad- Pakistan

2000 2004 B.Sc Agriculture -4years, (Second Division)

Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam Pakistan

Professional Experience
Since September- 2016
Oxfam Novib , Global Humanitarian Team (GHT)
Emergency Food Security and Livelihoods Advisor Humanitarian Support Personnel

Member of Oxfams Global Humanitarian Team providing EFSL technical support in

emergency and early recovery contexts (natural disaster, conflict, IDP/refugee/displacement
crises):
Response support for programme start- or scale-up; technical input and steer during
any phase of project cycle; coordination + consortium; develop country/response
strategy including global and project budgets, indicators. EFSVL Team Leader role in:
o Yemen Crisis Response (current)
o Iraq Mosul Crisis Response

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 o Nigeria - Lake Chad Basin Crisis Response
Preparedness/Adaptation develop contingency plans/crisis modifiers; integration of
context/data analysis; Early Warning Early Action; service provider feasibility
assessments; stakeholder mapping (cash + markets); MoUs.
Management - assist in filling critical gaps in Oxfam country offices including direct line
or matrix management; recruitment of EFSL staff.
Capacity Building - orient staff + partners to EFSL tools, methodologies, requirements,
core indicators; SPHERE; CHS.
o Training session facilitation; peer mentoring; evaluations
Accountability/Learning - compile + share lessons learnt evaluation results; adapt
EFSL tools; contribute to policy.
Technical facilitate alignment and adherence to Programme Quality
Standards/Minimum Requirements for EFSL.
o All Cash Transfer Programming (CTP) modalities, safety net and social
protection programming.
o Use of gap assessment tools including CSI; FCS; HHS; H/IDDS; IPC.
o Integration with WaSH; nutrition; resilience; gender, protection, conflict-
sensitivity mainstreaming.

December, 2015 to June 2016

Action Against Hunger-UK, Nepal Mission
Head of Department, Food Security and Livelihoods Based in Kathmandu
Working Language: English & Hindhi
Contribute to defining the country strategy as well as the strategy and positioning of
the FSL technical department
Coordinate the identification of needs and the formulation of project proposals
Oversee the implementation of programs/projects and ensure that reports are
submitted
Guarantee the quality and cost-effectiveness of projects
Ensure the active participation of ACF in national sectoral coordination and technical
forums and develop sectoral partnerships
Team management; the functional and/or hierarchical management of FSL personnel,
and evaluation of the technical performance of all FSL teams (PM, Deputy Head of
Department, Specialists)
Promote learning, technical development and research within the FSL Department

From June, 2015 to November, 2015

Secours Islamique France-SIF, Pakistan
Base / Program Manager -Tharparkar (Head of Field Office/Base)
Working Language: English, Urdu & Sindhi
Responsible for overall supervision of the program activities and operations at base
level.
To design and execute WASH and FSL project work plans and to revise as
appropriate to meet the goals and objective of the program.
Responsible for planning, program design, and to ensure its proper implementation at
the field level in adherence with SIF and donor compliances.

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 To define program implementation modalities (targeting criteria, mobilization
modalities, local partnerships, participant training curricula, monitoring systems, staff
schedules, etc.) through the development of program SOPs and scope, in coordination
with the country office management.
To develop regular project monitoring program adherence to SIF methodologies and
principles. Monitoring visits to field and to provide technical support to field staff
To contribute towards the evaluation of the relevance and appropriateness of current
and future programming in the local context;
To enhance departmental integration with WASH, FSL and Nutrition through integrated
assessment, design, implementation and surveillance (including geographic,
household, and individual targeting utilizing integrated indicators)
To supervise the identification and assessment of the Cash for Work and Conditional
Cash Transfer activities.
To prepare internal and external reports for SIF and donors.
To ensure the mainstreaming of gender, child protection and DRR in project/program
activities.
To represent SIF externally and collaborate/coordinate with government authorities,
NGOs, UN agencies, Clusters and Working Groups on WASH & FSL issues in
coordination with Country Program Coordinator and Deputy Country Program
Coordinator.
To make sure that all the relevant stakeholders have enough information about SIF
background, program, objectives, working areas, duration of programs and activities in
the field.
Training need assessment for staff capacity building; arrangements for staff capacity
building through appropriate trainings and on the job training.
In charge of overseeing the logistics on the base level ensuring the proper set up /
rehabilitation / running of base premises (office / guest house), the functioning of
supply chain including procurement planning, purchasing of goods and services, their
transport and storage, the organization, planning, and maintenance of the fleet and
equipment, and the functioning of the means of communication appropriate.
Responsible for overseeing the management of finances and administration on base
level. Base/ Program Manager ensures the proper management of finances on the
bases including planning, authorization of expenses, and reporting.
Responsible for the base security management and ensures the security of staff,
premises, materials and assets. monitors the political, economical, and social
environment in the area, assesses and analyses the risks, monitors and reports the
security situation and develops security procedures relevant to the context.

From December 22, 2014 to April 21, 2015

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR Ethiopia Representation
Cash Based Intervention Expert Addis Ababa
Working Language: English
Support the country office to systematically considered CBI to meet refugee needs,
this was included establishing a multi-sectoral country office team that include
management, programme, protection, registration, ICT, supply,admin/finance,
nutrition/food security and other staff as were required.
Identified possible focal points in the different units that were partially involved in the
assessment as part of a learning exercise on CBI for UNHCR staff.

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 Identified a pool of potential partners for future expansion of CBI activities and build
capacity of UNHCR and potential partners to set up and run CBI.
To assess camps where the combined cash and food assistance is in place.
The expanded intervention will complement this and guide the impact assessment of
the multifactor cash approach.
Wrote Standard Operating Procedures for the intervention, either UNHCR specific or in
partnerships with implementing and/or operational partners, in line with UNHCR
guidance and SOP templates.
Support the country office in providing feedback to partners in the design of
appropriate and feasible cash-based interventions, taking into consideration UNHCR
guidelines and the importance of considering protection benefits and risks.
Work with Country Office management to define and promote an integrated vision of
in-kind and cash and voucher modalities to meet UNHCR objectives, including shared
objectives with Partners, e.g. WFP.
Support Country Office management to engage and inform government and donor
stakeholders, ensure they are appropriately involved and kept up to date on
developments.
Support the CO to took concrete steps toward the implementation of CBI (signing of
agreement with partners, financial service providers, etc.).
Prepare a report at the end of the mission, including practical steps on the way
forward, recommendations and lessons learnt.

November27, 2013 to December 11, 2014

Secours Islamique France-SIF, Pakistan
Field Coordinator-Tharparkar (Sindh)
1. Emergency response to drought -2013
2. Rain Water Harvesting Projects in tharpakar

Working Language: English, Urdu & Sindhi

Plan and organize necessary activities for successful delivery of Rain water harvesting
project activities
In cooperation with the local partners, ensure proper mechanisms are in place to meet
programme objectives, outputs and quality.
Overseeing all aspects of program development and delivery
Engage with relevant stakeholders at operational and strategic level to ensure their
input and ownership of the projects and delivery of outputs.
Develop and schedule programme work plans in accordance with specifications and
budgets.
To provide guidance to implementing partners offices and staff for smooth
implementation of the projects.
Ensure that monitoring system tools, checklists, indicators, reporting formats are in
place to track immediate results/outputs and impact/outcomes against planned
initiatives at partner level.
Undertake regular visits to partners to assess programme implementation and provide
feedback in relation to achievements, shortcomings, and recommendations for
improvement.

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 Prepare periodic reports, financial statements and records on programme activities,
progress, status or other special reports for management
Participate and contribute in strategic planning for setting annual performance
objectives, project plans, budgets and personal development plans.
Prepare and deliver briefings on SIF interventions and programmes to the relevant
stakeholders
Oversee and manage administration and logistical requirements of the base set-up for
successful delivery of programme.
Assist in preparation of concept papers/proposals and data collection

December 2012 to November 2013

Danish Red Cross-Pakistan Delegation
Program Manager
Country Office-Islamabad
Working Language: English & Urdu
Leaded the identification and implementation of sustainable community-based
Programs in the fields of: WASH Health (HIV and AIDS) and Livelihood in rural &
urban environments of Northern areas of Pakistan.
Use of working tools for identification and monitoring of activities (SWOT Analysis;
etc).
Use of M&E Tools (MPR; Midterm & End-line surveys) for evaluation of impact and
sustainability of actions.
Selection and management of multidisciplinary field teams.
Coordination of procurement, distribution and stock management of project
commodities and other assets
Financial monitoring and reporting of activities, as per International donors standards
Support on the Organizational Development of local counterparts through the
promotion of local resources, the networking with other stakeholders (FAO, MoH, etc.)
and the identification of Long Term Strategies (Livelihood & Food Security; etc.).
Promote a safe and secure work environment, foster a safety and security culture and
ensure consistent application of and compliance with IFRC safety and security policies
and procedures.
Design and coordination of evaluating strategies Coordination of evaluating Team; Use
of multi-sectorial bibliography; Use of software for data analysis

October 2011 to November 2012

Danish Red Cross-Pakistan Delegation
Livelihoods Coordinator (Head of the Department)
District Dadu sindh
Integrated Community-Based Intervention in Flood-Affected communities in Pakistan
(Funded by ECHO)
Working Language: English, Urdu & Sindhi

Leader on the accomplishment of a 1 year ECHO project, for the recovery of the
livelihood styles of 9000 flood affected families

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 Implementation of suitable and culturally adapted actions (community leaded) to
enhance their food production practices, their local DRR capacities and to promote a
more gender balanced scenario.
Accomplishment of the action trough practical means (CaLP; Market assessment tools
etc.) for a greater cost efficiency; for an appropriate use of local resources available;
and to increase the impact of the project
Design and utilization of easy of understanding tools for Planning, Monitoring and
Evaluation of activities. Use of M&E tools for impact evaluation on food production and
community resilience to natural hazards
Monitoring of finance management according to ECHO standards, and as per audit
requirements
Design and implementation of a logistic PoA for an effectively procurement, stock
management, and distribution of project assets and goods to 9000 families in
coordination with local dealers
Selection and coordination of a broad, multidisciplinary and gender balanced team.
Close coordination of activities with other stakeholders (Cluster members, local
authorities, RC members) to avoid overlapping of activities and reinforce cost
efficiency.
Support PRCS (Pakistan Red Crescent Society) in community involvement and
mobilisation of local resources in the 60 target villages.
Maintain close liaison with the DRC country office and share project updates.
Reinforce links with local governments and extension workers for long-term
sustainability.
With DRC country coordinator, plan and implement an exit strategy and carry out a
Lessons learned exercise.
Assure the final narrative and financial project reports.

October, 2010 to September, 2011

Oxfam GB, Humanitarian Department-Pakistan
Program Officer-Emergency Food Security &Livelihoods (Cash
Programming)
Language: English, Urdu & Sindhi
Support the EFSL TTL in the oversight of a large EFSL programme in line with Oxfam
policy and agreed standards (as per approved project plans). This includes
undertaking rapid assessments, scoping, designing, implementing and monitoring of
the programme
Capacity building and training in EFSL. This is likely to include training on cash
transfer programming, monitoring and evaluation, agricultural / livestock support, small
business support etc.
Ensure the EFSL team are working closely with the logistics and finance teams and
adhering to required procedures in implementing program activities on a timely,
transparent and accountably manner.
To work with teams to develop clear, realistic and achievable work plans.
Coordination with EFSL Assistant Project Officers to ensure that Partners are
implementing as per agreed harmonized standards.
Along with the TTL, to design and lead the implementation of an appropriate recovery
programme to address medium to long term food security and livelihoods needs of the
flood-affected population, ensuring linkages with the WASH sector and country

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 programme where appropriate.
To document technical briefs and rough guides for sharing and dissemination within
Oxfam and with other stakeholders
To contribute to the preparation of Concept Notes and draft proposals for funding from
ECHO and DFID
Mainstreaming of gender and nutrition into livelihoods early recovery programming by
increasing knowledge of the staff, community structures and beneficiary communities
through trainings/awareness raising activities and incorporating gender and nutrition
data in program monitoring and design.
Collect and manage program information effectively, ensuring accurate, easily
accessible records maintenance and filing
To represent Oxfam in meetings with government or other NGOs at the district level.
To prepare situation reports and other project progress reports
To contribute in preparing final report for donors and prepare operational report for
Oxfam.

April 2007 to September 2010

Sindh Rural Support Program (SRSP)-Pakistani National NGO
Project Coordinator
District Larkana, Pakistan
Language: English, Urdu & Sindhi
Lead as head of the project, managed and supervised the all project staff.
Oversee administrative, logistic & financial matters
Play key role in selection of villages, conduct baseline, formed the progressive farmer
Enterprise groups (FEGs) and women enterprise group (WEGS).
Organise trainings and exposure visits for capacity building and empowerment
Identified income diversification ideas and supported for existing agribusiness through
different schemes of new technology and value additions.
Introduce new farming technology and Installation of 20 high tunnels and Guava
nectors mini industry at FEG/WEG level.
Coordination with line departments & other key stakeholders.

Training Courses
2016-Personal Security in Field organized by Clarity, Kettering UK
2014-IHL for Humanitarians-organized by Finnish R.Cross, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
2014- Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC)-FAO/WFP Karachi
2013 Cash Programming (CaLP level-II) Bangkok Thailand
2013 First Aid IFRC Islamabad
2012 Cash Transfer Programming IFRC course.
2012 Project, Programme and Planning (PPP) IFRC Course
2012 Project Cycle Management Human Resource Learning Centre Islamabad
2012 The World of Red Cross & Red Crescent (WORC) IFRC Course
2012 Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Institute of Rural Management (IRM)
2011 Project Management in Development sector / PMD Pro RedR- Uk
2010 Cash Programming (CaLP level-I)CaLP- Oxfam GB
2010 Revolving Fund Management PMCU, SPFS (CMP-II)
2010 Market Chain & Value Addition MEDA Pakistan
2009 Gender equality in programme planning Strengthening Participatory Organization

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2007 Working with Pakistani Youth for Election and Communication Skill Liberal Youth
South Asia (LYSA).

Key Skills
Extensive experience in program management and strategy development.
Good financial statement and control.
Strong social skills and fluent in English language.
Investing in team building.
Diplomatic and good conflict management.
Extensive knowledge in computer and communication technologies.
Advanced technical knowledge and understanding.
Highly developed cultural and gender sensitivity.
Adaptability during travels and to work in tropical conditions.
Stress resistant.

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