Sherkan Malik
Development Sector & Operations Specialist
Islamabad
Summary
Diligent and meticulous individual with a proven track record of success in conducting and managing large scale projects. Highly experienced in developing research strategies, collecting data and analyzing results. Adept in using quantitative and qualitative methods to identify and address research problems with extensive experience in human rights advocacy and research skills with a focus on digital content. Skilled in creating and editing multimedia content, with a strong understanding of the latest web technologies, and analytics. Dedicated to producing engaging, high-quality reportage.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Country Director Education Operations
SRH Inc.
07.2024 - Current
- Established and refined comprehensive policies and operational guidelines for the organization.
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- Developed detailed contingency strategies to ensure business continuity amid unexpected events.
Head of Internationalisation
University of Bolton Islamabad
07.2024 - Current
- Led initiatives for global expansion, fostering diverse student recruitment and exchange partnerships.
- Managed compliance with international and domestic regulations, ensuring alignment with accreditation and legal standards.
- Spearheaded initiatives for reverse internationalisation, bringing global academic standards and practices to the institution from the main campus.
Director of Programs
Transgender Rights Consultant Pakistan (TRCP)
03.2022 - 06.2024
- Founded and operate Islamabad's largest trans shelter home & community centre
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Lead on development of programme ideas into quality grant proposals through a community based, participatory approach
- Ensure close monitoring of program works in the field to ensure alignment and contribution to project strategy, monitor flow of information and systemic documentation of quantitative and qualitative achievements in the field and lessons learned thereof
- Represent TRCP and participate in network and alliance meetings, events and forums at national and international levels
Communication, Advocacy & Reporting Officer
Peace and Justice Network
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Conducted interviews with key personnel to obtain relevant information for press releases, newsletters, and other communications materials
- Developed and implemented communication plans to increase public awareness of services provided by the organization
- Created and maintained relationships with media outlets, stakeholders, and other organizations to facilitate successful communication initiatives
- Created and maintained complex spreadsheets to track data trends, analyze discrepancies, and present key findings
- Created and implemented strategies for successful community outreach programs
Development Sector Consultant
Private
04.2021 - Current
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment and training programs, ensuring a well-rounded team capable of supporting the organization''s mission.
- Facilitated workshops and trainings for staff development, enhancing government institutions ability to serve people better.
- Provided guidance on governance best practices, strengthening board leadership capabilities within client organizations.
Director of Operations
Transgender Rights Consultant Pakistan (TRCP)
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Defined, implemented and revised operational policies and guidelines
- Oversaw day-to-day activities in accordance with organisational objectives
- Managed procurement, inventory and shelter home operations
- Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching and performance management
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms
- Collected and interpreted key metrics to determine which programs met desired outcomes or required further streamlining for success
Debate & Public Speaking Coach
Froebel's International School
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Taught several forms of debate & speech, including but not limited to Model UN, world's parliamentary style, British parliamentary style, Asian's parliamentary style, and declamation
- Training in confidence building skills, taught material which spans philosophy, geopolitics, economics, world history etc
- Organised national and international trips of minors upwards of 15 students for tournament participation
- The Froebel's team was the top ranked team in Islamabad and top 5 in the country during my tenure
Education
Bachelor of Science - PSYCHOLOGY
COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI)
04.2001 - 08.2021
Skills
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Photoshop
MS Teams
Effective leader
Written Communication
Data Collection
Documentation Abilities
Deep-Dive Data Analysis
Literature Reviews
Timeline
Country Director Education Operations
SRH Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Head of Internationalisation
University of Bolton Islamabad
07.2024 - Current
Communication, Advocacy & Reporting Officer
Peace and Justice Network
01.2023 - 05.2023
Director of Programs
Transgender Rights Consultant Pakistan (TRCP)
03.2022 - 06.2024
Development Sector Consultant
Private
04.2021 - Current
Director of Operations
Transgender Rights Consultant Pakistan (TRCP)
01.2020 - 02.2022
Debate & Public Speaking Coach
Froebel's International School
01.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - PSYCHOLOGY
COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI)
04.2001 - 08.2021
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