Azham Effendi
Project Manager
Islamabad
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Effendi Farms, excelling in project management and team motivation. Mastered resource allocation and risk analysis, significantly enhancing project efficiency and team performance. Skilled in Agile development and fostering collaborative environments, achieving notable success in complex, multi-faceted projects. Demonstrates exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, driving projects to successful completion.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Lead
Effendi Farms
01.2018 - Current
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and increasing overall team efficiency.
- Reduced project completion timeframes through strategic resource allocation and efficient task delegation.
- Implemented best practices in documentation management systems that improved efficiency, accessibility, and security of project-related information.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of various project components.
- Managed change requests effectively by evaluating impacts on scope, timeline, or budget before approving them in a timely manner to avoid delays or escalations in costs.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Produced quality standards, checklists, report templates, and processes.
- Optimized resource utilization by accurately forecasting project needs and allocating resources accordingly throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensured timely delivery of critical deliverables by closely monitoring progress against milestones and adjusting plans as necessary.
- Set up and managed team meetings.
- Met with manager weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates.
- Planned, executed, and controlled assigned projects, ensuring work performed complied with contractual requirements.
- Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes, and operational specifications.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential issues early on, allowing for proactive mitigation strategies to be implemented.
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing Agile methodologies and improving team communication.
- Developed and trained junior team members by leveraging industry experience to achieve optimal project strategy.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
Chief Coordinator Officer Pakistan
Airbridge Relief
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and increased referrals.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by regularly updating policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Streamlined communication processes by implementing efficient software tools and reducing response times.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful project completion within tight deadlines.
- Facilitated creative problem-solving sessions for timely resolutions of complex issues.
- Optimized organizational workflows, leading to improved overall efficiency and reduced costs.
- Implemented quality control measures, significantly reducing errors and enhancing overall product quality.
- Handled incoming and outgoing shipping and receiving activities.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
Assistant Manager
Naval Anchorage Club Islamabad
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
- Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Arden University
United Kingdom 08.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University Of Bedfordshire
United Kigndom 08.2019 - 08.2022
Skills
Project Management
Accomplishments
- Increased Subscriptions and Members by 23% at Naval Anchorage Club Islamabad after induction to managerial position within a quarter of the year facing covid-19 at its peak.
- Implemented operational strategies to improve logistics and supply-chain cost by 17% for Airbridge Relief , Chartered Cargo Aid from UAE-Pakistan-Afghanistan.
- Procurement of Medical supplies and Rations for Aid to Afghanistan from Pakistan on behalf of Airbridge Relief 2023 cost reduction by 35% ensuring quality standards were met.
- Achieved results by implementing new farming methods in remote areas of agricultural lands by introduction of first drip irrigation system with solar system powered panels to increase efficiency in hilly parts of Swat. Solving short-term and long term issues like water management issues and drought periods the lands face and introducing the region to new ideas never implemented before. On (28/01/2024) around (15000) new plantation was done in which 95% survival rate was achieved with previous years 47% survival rate was seen.
Languages
Pashto, Urdu
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Persian
Intermediate
B1
Punjabi
Upper intermediate
B2
Hiking
Hiking is one of my hobbies to keep me grounded to the surroundings & give me clarity. Another plus point is it keeps me going and to stay healthy.
Timeline
Chief Coordinator Officer Pakistan
Airbridge Relief
03.2023 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Project Management
Arden University
08.2022 - 08.2023
Assistant Manager
Naval Anchorage Club Islamabad
03.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University Of Bedfordshire
08.2019 - 08.2022
Project Lead
Effendi Farms
01.2018 - Current
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