Adnan Ullah

I am a Civil Engineer with 14+ years of experience specializing in WASH, Shelter & Housing, disaster risk reduction, and climate adaptation. I have led high-impact projects funded by major donors such as UNICEF, USAID, EU FPI, DEC, SWS,IOM,UNESCO,UNHCR,ECHO, HKDRF,UNIFOR,FCDO,USAID,IKI,USDOL,BRAVE and UNHCR. With expertise in WASH infrastructure design, shelter rehabilitation, rehabilitationand construction of green buildings in Schools, health facilities construction and rehabilitation, climate-resilient solutions, IPC WASH and community-driven development, I have successfully secured over $5.5 million for WASH and shelter programs, consistently exceeding funding and beneficiary targets. My leadership extends to proposal development, capacity building, and fostering partnerships with UN agencies, governments, and NGOs.

WASH Retreat – Nairobi, Kenya (2023)

• Represented Pakistan’s approach to WASH in emergencies, emphasizing renewable energy integration and solar-powered water systems for disaster response.
• Discussed challenges in providing safe water and sanitation for displaced communities, especially those affected by floods and conflict, with a focus on sustainable solutions.

Shelter and Settlement Forum – Manila, Philippines (2024)

• Presented Pakistan’s shelter response, focusing on climate-adapted temporary shelter rehabilitation using local materials and clean energy solutions.
• Led discussions on gender-responsive and disability-inclusive shelter designs, while promoting Cash-for-Work (CfW) initiatives for local community engagement in rehabilitation efforts.

Core Expertise

1. Program Design & Development

• Led the design and implementation of innovative, large-scale WASH & Shelter projects such as a $25M flood response initiative, integrating climate resilience and green technologies (e.g., solarized water systems, flood-resistant shelters).
• Developed cash-for-work and community-driven rehabilitation programs to ensure long-term sustainability and local ownership.
• Demonstrated program quality assurance through robust NBD (Needs-Based Design), integrating best practices in shelter and infrastructure, focusing on both emergency responses and recovery.

2. Program Quality & Impact (PQEI) & MEAL

• Managed MEAL systems to assess and monitor program outcomes, ensuring alignment with donor expectations and beneficiary needs.
• Led the development and application of WASH infrastructure quality benchmarks, ensuring accountability, transparency, and high technical standards.
• Directed research initiatives to drive evidence-based decision-making, improving program effectiveness and innovation in WASH and shelter solutions.
• Conducted learning reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions, fostering continuous improvement in program implementation.

3. Capacity Building & Staff Development

• Managed multi-disciplinary teams, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to enhance team performance and local capacity.
• Developed training programs for local staff and community organizations, ensuring program sustainability and enhancing knowledge transfer.
• Spearheaded partner capacity assessments to ensure quality in program execution and alignment with local capacities.

4. Strategic Planning & Reporting

• Developed strategic plans for WASH & shelter programs, aligning them with donor priorities, government needs, and community expectations.
• Led high-quality reporting, showcasing measurable outcomes and ensuring accountability to donors, stakeholders, and communities.

5. Partnership & External Engagement

• Cultivated strong relationships with UN agencies, government counterparts, donors, and local partners, ensuring effective coordination and alignment with national strategies.
• Advocated for inclusive design, ensuring programs meet the needs of vulnerable populations (e.g., women, children, persons with disabilities).

Certifications & Training

Dated Topic and Organization

21-25/10/2024 Shelter and Settlements //Climate change by SCI (Philippines)

22-08-2024 Leadership training by SCI

2-3/01/2024 WASH in Emergencies by German network

01/03/2023 PMM Certification by SCI

02/02/2023 Kidnapping course

12-22/10/2023 WASH/DRR/PRO WASH SCI Global (Kenya)

12-22/10/2023 Training on IPC WASH SCI Global (Kenya)

6/7/2022 Pakistan RRP 2022- Activity Info IM Training by UNHCR

Feb 2022 3 days Training on Solarization by Marwa Solar consultant

March 2021 Project Management training by Consultant HI

Dec/2020 Lead your team the right way by Consultant HI

Dec/2020 One-day Training on Emotional Intelligence with Positive Thinking by HI

Nov/2020 Code of conduct: Prevention of abuse and Safeguarding (CoC) Child Protection Policy (CPP) (PSEAH) by HI

17/11/2016 Advancing Disability Inclusion PLAN

11/11/2016 Certified UNDSS Security Basic Training

22-26/08/2016 Training on WASH PATS, DRR and Low Cost by

12/01/2015 Child Safeguarding Course Certificate

02/06/2014 WASH TOT by Save the children

22-26/10/2012 WASH and DRR by HOPE’87

10/01/2010 High rise building, Plinth level seismic design

05/03/2010 T- shelter design by UNH Mardan

English, Urdu/Hindi, Arabic and Pashtu Excellent written and Spoken