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Muhammad Anwar

Muhammad Anwar

Islamabad

Summary

Highly experienced and dedicated individual with over 30 years of experience in a German Political Foundation.

Strong team player with exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills. Accommodates well with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Skilled in providing communication and skill training to youth, teachers, and media persons.

Strong advocacy and networking skills with international and national institutions.

Co-founder of The Learning School, providing quality education to thousands of students in Punjab.

Holds a Master's degree in Political Science and has a deep understanding of Pakistan's role in the world.

Committed to leaving a lasting legacy and working tirelessly for the progress and development of Pakistan and its people.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Programs and Administration

Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom
Islamabad
06.2019 - Current
  • During the absence of the Country Director, In-charge of the Country Office for managing internal program and administrative functions and maintaining communication with other units of the Foundation
  • Served as the Acting Country Director, reporting directly to the Regional Director of FNF South Asia for 18 months during the absence of the country director from December 2017 until May 2019
  • Established and maintained relationships with partners, government agencies, and critical individuals
  • Identified, coordinated, and developed programs with various partners, including universities, religious schools, NGOs, and think tanks
  • Coordinated and conducted training workshops, such as Freedom Gate Pakistan, Alumni programs, and lecture series on burning issues
  • Management of administration and registration issues with government authorities and financial institutions in Pakistan
  • Coordination with the bank, releasing payments to the partners, and vendors and maintaining the funds status at banks
  • Controlling the project budget and project expenditure according to FNF and national guidelines and related coordination with the regional office and head office financial department
  • Supervision of administrative procedures, i.e
  • Booking of accounts, according to internal guidelines
  • Coordination and supervision of the drafting of partner agreements according to FNF administrative guidelines and national directives in Pakistan, together with the program managers and finance managers
  • Maintain permanent record files in electronic and printed files
  • Supervise and manage procurement processes such as office equipment, maintenance contract, office premises lease agreements, and security arrangements according to FNF guidelines, coordinate with the Head office and COMDOK (FNF Internationally service provider), respectively
  • Coordination of national, regional and international training offered by FNF (i.e International Academy for Leadership, Germany nominations and study tours) and incoming visitors, after approval by the Head of the Country Office
  • Management of the Networking and activities of Pakistani Alumni of the International Academy for Leadership (IAF)
  • Liaison work with the working contacts in his areas of responsibility.

Head of Administration

Friedrich Naumann Foundation
Islamabad
01.2012 - 01.2019
  • Represent the Resident Representative in time of absence
  • Supervise Logistic officer/driver, Office Assistant and Accountants
  • Prepare the budget of the FNF Pakistan office and partners
  • Booking of monthly accounts in Navision
  • Project fund management and control
  • Maintain petty cash
  • Prepare monthly accounts
  • Audit replies to the regional auditor
  • Maintain permanent record file updates and hard file
  • Visa and flight arrangements for International Trainings/Visit Programs for Participants & other international visitors
  • Responsible for travel arrangements and hotel booking
  • Custom Clearance of imported equipment
  • Purchase office equipment, and maintenance contract and coordinate with Head office and COMDOK (FNF Internationally service prover)
  • Responsible for maintenance of office premises, office space and office machines in clean and functional standard

Administrator

Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom
Islamabad
01.1992 - 01.2012
  • Preparing monthly accounts
  • Writing the monthly political reports of the country
  • Contacts with the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Government of Pakistan and other Institutions
  • Assistance with Project Administration, i.e
  • Settlement of posts, bank affairs, purchase of project material, organisation of flights, customs etc
  • Maintenance of the Pakistan office and related matters

Program & Administration Head of FNF Afghanistan

Friedrich Naumann Foundation
Kabul
06.2002 - 12.2004
  • Established and managed the FNF Kabul office
  • Overseeing accounts and administration
  • Program implementation
  • Networking with the partners, institutions and other stakeholders
  • Supervise the project activities in different parts of Afghanistan
  • These were my additional responsibilities other than working in Pakistan office for which I visited alternate week for 203 days to Afghanistan.

Education

Master of Arts - Political Science

University of Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
06.1992

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
01.1988

Skills

  • Office Management
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Team Management and Supervision
  • Staff Development and Training
  • Decision Making
  • Project Management
  • Program Development
  • Budget Management
  • Employee Motivation and Discipline

Affiliations

Ombudsperson (FNF South Asia) – 2021 - 2025

Elected as an Ombudsperson from FNF South Asia in 2020 (for two years) and then in 2023 (for three years), with the main tasks are:

  • Announcing and supporting the implementation of the FNF code of conduct;
  • Acting as contact persons for all complaints regarding a violation of the code of conduct in their region and advising on how to proceed;
  • Mediation of conflicts between the persons involved on site;
  • Supporting the persons engaged in the possibly necessary event of conflict escalation to bodies specified in the code of conduct if the conflict cannot be resolved locally;
  • (Co-)organising of training and information measures for regional staff for the code of conduct.

General Secretary, Kot Radha Kishan Development Trust (Regd) - www.tls.edu.pk, 2021 onwards (Voluntary work for my home town)

  • Mobilised and motivated the community to take responsibility for education and development and Co-founded The Learning School (TLS) in 2002.
  • Established a sustainable model for co-education in the rural area
  • Manage a team of over 90 staff members.
  • The Learning School Kot Radha Kishan is an educational institution in Kot Radha Kishan, Punjab, Pakistan that is known for its commitment to providing quality education to students and promoting their holistic development. The school also emphasises developing social skills, effective communication, and cultural awareness. It encourages students to interact respectfully with their peers and teachers while promoting an inclusive environment that values diversity

Chairman, Liberal Forum Pakistan (2014 onwards)

(Facebook: @LiberalForumPakistan) volunteer work

  • Founding member since 1999, working for a liberal and prosperous Pakistan.
  • Elected Chairman in December 2014, leading the organisation’s activities and increasing membership.
  • Liberal Forum Pakistan (LFP) is an essential voice in advocating for liberalism, human rights, and social progress in Pakistan, dedicated to promoting liberalism and supporting a prosperous Pakistan. LFP believes in open dialogue, inclusivity, and respecting diverse viewpoints, religions, sects, races, and genders.

Accomplishments

  • Basic Concepts of Liberalism, International Academy for Leadership, Gummersbach, Germany (June 2000)
  • Co-moderator for Basic Concepts of Liberalism International Workshop, International Academy for Leadership, Gummersbach, Germany (June 2002)
  • Conflict Prevention and Conflict Management, International Academy for Leadership, Gummersbach, Germany (February 2006)
  • Change Management Workshop, Agha Khan Foundation, Lahore (2009)
  • Leadership in NGO Sector Workshop, International Academy for Leadership, Gummersbach, Germany (June 2012)
  • 50 Years of FNF Work Abroad Seminar, Berlin (June 2013)
  • Attended the Global Workshop of FNF in Berlin (December 2018)
  • Attended the Workshop of Asia Liberty Forum, Colombo (March 2019)
  • Ombudspersons Training Workshop, Potsdam, Germany (February 2023)
  • SOCIAL / VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
  • Ombudsperson (FNF South Asia) – 2021 - 2025
  • Elected as an Ombudsperson from FNF South Asia in 2020 (for two years) and then in 2023 (for three years), with the main tasks are:
  • Announcing and supporting the implementation of the FNF code of conduct;
  • Acting as contact persons for all complaints regarding a violation of the code of conduct in their region and advising on how to proceed;
  • Mediation of conflicts between the persons involved on site;
  • Supporting the persons engaged in the possibly necessary event of conflict escalation to bodies specified in the code of conduct if the conflict cannot be resolved locally;
  • (Co-)organisation of training and information measures for regional staff for the code of conduct
  • General Secretary, Kot Radha Kishan Development Trust (Regd) - www.tls.edu.pk
  • Mobilised and motivated the community to take responsibility for education and development and Co-founded The Learning School (TLS) in 2002
  • Established a sustainable model for co-education in the rural area
  • Managed a team of over 90 staff members
  • The Learning School Kot Radha Kishan is an educational institution in Kot Radha Kishan, Punjab, Pakistan
  • The school is known for its commitment to providing quality education to students and promoting their holistic development
  • It aims to create a conducive learning environment that fosters academic excellence and character development
  • The school emphasises the importance of strong moral values and seeks to instil discipline, respect, and responsibility in its students.

Languages

Urdu, English, Punjabi
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Punjabi
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Head of Programs and Administration - Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom
06.2019 - Current
Head of Administration - Friedrich Naumann Foundation
01.2012 - 01.2019
Program & Administration Head of FNF Afghanistan - Friedrich Naumann Foundation
06.2002 - 12.2004
Administrator - Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom
01.1992 - 01.2012
University of Punjab - Master of Arts, Political Science
University of Punjab - Bachelor of Arts,

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