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OEDA Profile
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Organization Factsheet
Organization for Economic Development of Official Name Afghanistan - OEDA Business Short Name OEDA Slogan Towards A Prosperous Afghanistan 1. OLGO Group - www.oglo-group.org 2. AFPRO Consulting – www.afpro.af 3. Afghan Express Travel and Tours – Affiliations www.afghanexpress.af 4. Silk Street Construction Company – SSCC – www.silkstreet.com Address: Main Office Kabul House # 86, Lane 12th, Street # 5, Qala-e-Fatiullah, Kabul City, Afghanistan Sub Offices: Jalalabad House # 12th, 1st Street, Behind NDS, 2nd District, Jalalabad City, Afghanistan Herat Ab Bakhsh Bai Murghan, Opposite to India’s Old Consulate, Herat City, Afghanistan
P.O. Box #: 4042 Central Post Office, Kabul Website www.oeda.af Mr. Faisal Jabarkhil (BA, MA, MBA) Executive Director
Authorized Representative Mobile: +93 786 48 00 21 & +93 744 46 66 36 Email: [email protected] & [email protected]
Government Registration Nubmer 3176 (Ministry of Economy, GoIRA) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS): 559904080
NATO -Commercial & Government Entity Code (NCAGECODE): SZN28
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FOUNDER’S MESSAGE I am very much delighted to introduce Organization for Economic Development of Afghanistan (OEDA). OEDA a member of OLGO Group® (www.olgo-group.org) is an Independent, Non- Governmental, Non-Political, and Non-Profit organization. OEDA is headquartered in Kabul, Afghanistan with its regional offices in Jalalabad, Mazar-e-Sharif, Herat, and Kandahar. OEDA is registered with the Ministry of Economy of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan holding registration number (3176). OEDA’s main objectives are to provide humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable Afghans and bring positive changes to their lives. OEDA seeks to contribute to creation of a developed and sustainable economy in Afghanistan.
OEDA is not just an NGO, but a belief, commitment, energy and firm decision to support any economic development initiatives in Afghanistan which may bring a positive change to the lives of Afghans. We at OEDA trust on our teams' knowledge and capacity to bring positive changes in Afghanistan. OEDA is established by a team of young and talented Afghan economists, public policy analysts, and management professionals, who have multi-disciplinary knowledge, background, and experience inside and outside Afghanistan. OEDA involves itself in any legitimate activities which may cause economic development, reduce poverty, create jobs, develop the private sector, improve governance, improve service delivery, increase transparency and accountability in public sector, empower women and youth, bring peace and stability, and enhance the capacity of governmental and non-governmental organizations.
We provide practical suggestions for dynamic and inclusive growth and a sustainable economy. OEDA is a relatively young organization, but our executive board and management team hold vast knowledge and practical experience. We believe that together we can make a difference and bring a positive change in Afghanistan. We are committed to play our role and take active part in reconstruction and rebuilding of this war-torn country. Afghanistan is currently in an important phase of development. We have left behind 18 years of institutionalization and development; we have walked past some important firm steps toward forming a democratic government and a market economy. Afghanistan has now entered a more important phase ‘i.e. the transformational decade’. In this decade Afghanistan strive to create a sustainable economy which is dependent on its own revenue sources and decrease Afghanistan's dependency on foreign aid.
We at OEDA are committed to help and support the Government of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the International Community in transforming Afghan Economy from a foreign aid dependent economy to a developed and Sustainable Economy.
Kind Regards,
Faisal Jabarkhil | B.A, M.A, MBA Founder & Executive Director
Organization for Economic Development of Afghanistan – OEDA
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BACKGROUND Organization for Economic Development of Afghanistan (OEDA) is an independent, Non- Our Vision Governmental, Non-Political, and Non-Profit We seek an Afghanistan of hope, organization. OEDA is headquartered in Kabul tolerance, and social justice, where Afghanistan with its regional offices in Jalalabad, poverty and unemployment are no Mazar-e-Sharif, Herat and Kandahar. OEDA is a more a challenge, and Afghans live member of OLGO Group® (www.olgo-group.org) in dignity and security in a
developed country. OLGO Group® is an association of well known and established brands working in several countries over the past few years. The group is an association of young, committed and professional individuals and organizations, serving the humanity through mass media, education, health, social services, economic development, consultancy, supply and logistics.
OEDA has nationwide access across all Afghanistan. Our Mission OEDA is an active member of Afghan NGOs Our mission is to promote policies Coordination Bureau (ANCB) and registered with the and contribute for economic Ministry of Economy of Islamic Republic of development, poverty reduction and Afghanistan holding registration number (3176). job creation that will improve the OEDA’s main objectives are to provide humanitarian economic and social well-being of Afghans. assistance to the most vulnerable Afghans and bring positive changes to their lives. OEDA seeks to We strive to serve individuals and contribute to creation of a sustainable economy in families in the poorest communities Afghanistan. in Afghanistan. Drawing strength
from our diversity, resources, and OEDA is established and driven through belief, experience, we promote innovative passion, professionalism and dedication for sustainable solutions. We promote lasting economic and social development and the satisfaction changes guided by the aspirations of providing professional services in a modern business of local communities. We pursue our climate. OEDA strives to contribute to the mission with both excellence and development of private sector, job creation, poverty compassion because the people reduction, capacity development, research, women and whom we serve deserve nothing youth empowerment, ease of doing business and less. We serve as a role model in improvement of business environment in Afghanistan. rapid reconstruction and OEDA is established by a team of young talented development of Afghanistan in Afghan economists and management professionals who economic development services have multi-disciplinary knowledge and background and solutions. inside and outside Afghanistan. OEDA involves itself
in any legitimate activities which may bring economic
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development, reduce poverty, create jobs, develop the private sector, and enhance the capacity of governmental and non- governmental organizations. OEDA will work with private sector to strengthen the productivity of enterprises for sustained growth and job creation. OEDA’s objectives are to increase domestic and foreign investment, stimulate employment, and improve sales of Afghan products. OEDA will work with donors to improve the business enabling environment in Afghanistan and workforce development. Drawing on facts and real-life experience, we recommend policies designed to make the lives of ordinary people better. We have active contacts with other civil society organizations. The common thread of our work is a shared commitment to market economies backed by democratic institutions and focused on the wellbeing of all citizens.
OEDA is committed to provide high quality and value-added services through optimum utilization of our academic knowledge and practical experience in different fields. Providing solutions and services with the highest standard of professionalism, creativity, quality, integrity, and innovation is our core philosophy. Meeting the needs of our clients and providing tailor-made services are our highest priorities at OEDA. Our emphasis on the delivery of fully integrated compliance solutions ensures our ability to deliver the best possible result to our clients.
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OBJECTIVES
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VALUES The OEDA’s core values
RESPECT We affirm the dignity, potential and contribution of participants, donors, partners and staff.
EXCELLENCE We constantly challenge ourselves to the highest levels of learning and performance to achieve greater impacts.
OUR COMMITMENT OEDA is driven by pursuit of quality. Quality of service is of paramount importance and as such OEDA is dedicated to providing high quality services to our clients
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WHAT WE DO
Despite the double digit economic growth for the last decade, Afghanistan still remains one of the world's poorest countries with 40% unemployment rate and half of the population is living in some form of poverty. Ongoing security concerns challenge Afghans to double their efforts to establish a self-sustaining economy that encourages trade and investment required to generate jobs and reduce poverty. OEDA helps the GoIRA to develop sound economic governance and works with the private sector to stimulate investment and business opportunities. OEDA supports GoIRA to attract investment, generate sustainable employment, reduce poverty, improve governance and service delivery, and expand market linkages.
We design projects which will create jobs, improve household’s income, improve living standards of Afghans, increase government revenues, empower Afghan women and youths, develop private sector, ease doing business in Afghanistan, and improve governance and service delivery of public sector. We conduct different researches for better understanding of Afghanistan's economic trends. We also develop analytical economic reports based on evidences and economic data, aiming for providing advice and technical support at policy and strategy level to GoIRA and its donor partners.
FOCUS AREAS OF OEDA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Progress in an economy, or the qualitative measure of this. Economic development usually refers to the adoption of new technologies, transition from agriculture-based to industry-based economy, and general improvement in living standards. Economic Development is a wider concept, which means an increase in living standards, improvement in self-esteem needs and freedom from oppression as well as greater choice. The term “development” in its simplest form suggests continuity and progress, thus it is hard to imagine that it can be controlled through only one variable.
This section will focus on two main issues which is vital for economic development:
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I. POVERTY REDUCTION More than half of Afghan population is living in some form of poverty. OEDA designs projects which focus on poverty reduction in Afghanistan. OEDA supports the GoIRA on policy and strategy level to reduce the poverty in Afghanistan. OEDA supports the GoIRA and international community in implementation of their projects and programs aimed in poverty reduction. OEDA will take initiatives to support the most vulnerable people of Afghanistan to improve their living conditions and increase their incomes.
II. JOB CREATION Most of the Afghan youths are suffering from unemployment which causes them joining the insurgents. Unemployment rate in Afghanistan is very high which needs both government and donor agencies’ attention. OEDA supports the GoIRA on policy and strategy level to reduce unemployment rate in Afghanistan. OEDA designs projects aimed at job creation. OEDA supports the GoIRA and donor agencies in implementation of their projects and programs aimed in job creation.
A vibrant, self-reliant, developed, and socially responsive economy in Afghanistan requires sound decision making. OEDA uses the best research practices available to provide our clients with reliable and valid information about program effectiveness as well as information on market climate and market trends in Afghanistan. Our research team is composed of top-level international and local Afghan researchers with extensive experience in mixed-methods and evaluation research and an in-depth understanding of Afghanistan specific challenges.
Understanding the trends and climate of the local and global market is a pre-requisite for modernizing the Afghan economy. Our market research services include labor market studies, cost-benefit and policy analyses, as well as research on best practices. Before funding new programs or new business initiatives in Afghanistan, it is important to identify the current deficiencies, gaps, and potential challenges.
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RESEARCH Research forms the core part of OEDA strategy to strengthen and support GoIRA, donor agencies, academicians and public to get realistic economic information. OEDA researchers produce critical analytical reflections and publications on a wide range of issues. OEDA’s researches take an innovative and cross-disciplinary approach, spanning theoretical and applied research. We identify emerging issues and translate them into research that bridges the gap between theory and practice. We provide accessible and grounded insights useful to academics, policy-makers, and practitioners.
GOVERNANCE AND REFORM Since 2004, the Afghan government and its international partners have become increasingly aware that issues and challenges surrounding sub national governance in Afghanistan are crucial to national development, stability, and security. This period has also been a time of extraordinary change in sub-national governance structures, with the election of Provincial Councils, the establishment of Provincial Development Committees (PDCs), increases in Public Administrative Reform (PAR) efforts, and the expansion of the National Solidarity Program (NSP) into a large number of communities (Sub national state building in Afghanistan, 2008).
An emphasis on governance in general and democratic governance in particular, is now a central feature of development practice and discourse. Increasing attention is paid internationally to issues of local governance and community-driven development. This attention to governance has been reflected in successive strategic frameworks for reconstruction and development in Afghanistan since 2001.
Improving of governance system in Afghanistan is very essential in order to attain the Government’s national vision and the establishment of a stable and functioning society. OEDA design projects aiming for improvement in sub-national governance, improved service delivery, increase public participation in decision making process, increase accountability in public sector and increase transparency in government
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CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT Capacity development is the process through which individuals, organizations and societies obtain, strengthen and maintain the capabilities to set and achieve their own development objectives over time. Capacity is about growth: growth of the individual in knowledge, skills and experience.
In the last decade millions of dollars were spent both by international community and GoIRA for capacity building / development activities. Which has hardly improved the capacity of government officials and service delivery still remains in its poorest condition. Capacity Building and Development is one of the core focus areas of OEDA. OEDA supports the GoIRA and International Community in implementation of capacity building/development initiatives in a professional way, We at OEDA will insure the sustainability of our interventions and makes sure that our activities are bringing positive changes. We provide capacity development activities to the government officials and business enterprises. OEDA will design tailor-made trainings to develop the capacity of its clients.
The Capacity development interventions of OEDA focus on two main areas:
1. Technical Skills Development at individual and organizational level. 2. Vocational Skills development We better understand that vocational skills development is one of the current needs of Afghanistan. As most of the youths are illiterate and they are jobless. Developing their vocational skills in a specialized field is very important to enable them to enter the production circle. Therefore, we strive for development of technical and vocational skills of Afghans by providing specialized trainings and practical works.
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WOMEN & YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
Women make half of the Afghanistan’s population. Unfortunately, they are sidelined and are dealt as a marginalized group. OEDA focuses on improvement and increasing women participation in economic activities. OEDA will design projects and programs with the goal of women empowerment and increasing their participation in economic activities.
Youths make around 60% of the total Afghanistan population. Youth development is one of the core focus areas of OEDA. ODEA will design projects to develop the awareness of the youths regarding their role in development of Afghanistan. Beside this, OEDA will design projects and programs for capacity development of youths. OEDA put more focus on promoting young professional leaders under its women & youth
empowerment unit.
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PRIVATE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT
Private sector development and trade is a critical element in the government’s poverty reduction strategy. Private sector growth, driven by increased investment and productivity growth will have a major impact on employment and incomes, leading to significant and sustained poverty reduction. OEDA focuses on improving private-sector productivity and the business environment to attract private-sector investment. OEDA provides a wide range of business development services to encourage the establishment and growth of all enterprises including management skills training, market information, and public-private alliance. OEDA will support the GoIRA in implementation of Private Sector Development & Trade Sector Strategy.
The private sector in a market economy encompasses all licit economic activity in a situation where physical and financial capital is privately owned. An essential aspect of a private sector-led economy is that the government provides a facilitating environment within which the private sector can operate.
Key decisions associated with productive activities are made by private individuals, not the government, including what goods and services to produce, the method of production, and the amount of investment. Prices for goods and services are determined within freely operating markets that reflect both demand and supply. The private sector is thriving in Afghanistan, with private enterprise the source of livelihood for the majority of the population. The economy is, however, dominated by the informal sector, running across all areas of production, and typified by very small enterprises with little prospect of growth. It is
estimated that more than 80% of business activities occur in the informal sector.
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WHO WE ARE OEDA is leaded and managed by the Board of Directors and Executive Board. The chart below shows the organizational structure of OEDA.
Board of Directors
Executive Director
Secratariate Deputy Director
Strategic Communication M&E Unit Unit Staff Staff
Operations Program Director Director
Independent Researchers & Finance Admin /HR IT Manager Consultants Manager Manager
Head of Head Head of Head of Women & Youth Head of Capacity Head of Staff Staff Staff EconomicDev Governance & Private Sector Empowerment Development Unit Research Unit Unit Reform Unit Dev Unit Unit
Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff Staff
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Board of Directors is responsible for providing overall strategic direction for the organization. All the important decisions must be approved by the Board of Directors before its implementations. The Board of Directors is the decision making body of OEDA and is responsible to the General Assembly for implementation of the decisions, regulations and other programs.
The Board of Directors include three elected members who have been elected by the General Assembly in a democratic atmosphere. They should get the majority votes of general assembly to be part of the board of directors. The Board of Directors determines the general policy which should get the approval of the General Assembly. The chairman of the Board of Directors chairs the Board's sessions and directs OEDA’s activities. The members of the Board of Directors consists of: OEDA BOARD OF DIRECTORS No Name Current Position Education Level Experience 1 Faisal Jabarkhil Executive Director, MBA, MA, BA 10 Years OEDA Economics 2 Sayed Asghar Haidari Executive Director, FWF MA Sociology, BA 25 Years Law 3 Ahmad Noor Habibzai Independent Consultant MBA, MBBS 15 Years
1- FAISAL JABARKHIL - BOARD MEMBER Mr. Jabarkhil is a young Afghan entrepreneur and business consultant. He holds a Degree of Master of Business Administration in International Business (MBA IB&M) from International Business School (IBS) of Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen, the Netherlands, an MA in International Business from Lord Ashcroft Business School Of Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, United Kingdom. He has completed his undergraduate degree (BA) specializing in Economics from University of Pune, India.
Mr. Jabarkhil has served in different national and international organization in a number of capacities. He is an experienced manager and Business consultant.
Mr. Jabarkhil has a g very good understanding of the local and international business markets, and proven track record of designing projects to tackle poverty and enhance economic condition of project beneficiaries.
Leadership, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Researches, Strategy Skills and Expertise Development & Implementation, Capacity Development, Policy Formulation, Marketing Management, HRM, Operations Management &
Networking
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• MBA International Business & Management, Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen Netherlands Education • MA International Business, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, United Kingdom • BA Economics, University of Pune, Pune, India • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), Microsoft, USA • CEO – Afghan Professionals Consulting Services (Afpro Consulting) Experience • Executive Director – Organization for Economic Development of Afghanistan • President – Afghan Express Travel and Tours • Senior Adviser- Human Resources & Capacity Development, Independent Directorate of Local Governance - IDLG • Grants Manger, DAI/ ICMA • Regional Finance & Procurement Officer, Asia Foundation - Afghanistan (PBGF Project) • Finance Officer - Ministry of Education, GoIRA
2- SAYED ASGHAR HAIDARI - BOARD MEMBER Assoc. Professor Sayed Asghar Haidari is an academic and professional personality in Afghanistan. He has served Afghanistan's academic community through teaching in Aviation Sector, and serving the education sector of the country.
He is the founder of Hearing Impaired Foundation of Afghanistan. He was the first Afghan to establish a school hearing impaired children. He is the founder of Family Welfare Focus, and has served in the field of disability for more than two decades. In international forums he is the advocate of child rights.
Mr. Haidari has served the Afghan education sector for over 7 years now, he is also serving as the Director General of Science and Educational Technology of the Ministry of Education. Prior to this he has served the Ministry of Education as the Director General of Academic Supervision, and Senior Policy Advisor to the Minister of Education. Mr. Haidari is the head of Board of Directors of OLGO Group. Skills and Expertise Sociology, Research, Policy, Education, NGO, Project Management, Networking, Lecture
Education • MA Sociology, Islamic Azad University, Kabul, Afghanistan
• BA Aviation, Afghanistan Aviation University, Kabul
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Experience • Director General of Science & Educational Technology, MoE, GoIRA • Director General of Academic Supervision, MoE, GoIRA • Senior Policy Advisor to Minister of Education, MoE GoIRA • Senior Advisor to Minister of MoLSAMD, GoIRA • Founder and Director of Family Welfare Focus, Kabul • Lecturer Afghanistan Aviation University, Kabul Afghanistan • Child Rights Activist • Freelance Consultant and Trainer
3- AHMAD NOOR HABIBZAI - BOARD MEMBER Mr. Ahmad Noor Habibzai is an Afghan citizen and an ambitious Manager. Mr. Habibzai have over ten years working experience, directing and designing community development and governance projects in Afghanistan. He has field experience almost in all provinces of Afghanistan, as well as working experience in Bangladesh, facilitated and participated in the “certificate program of rural development and Management” for the Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation and Development (MRRD) senior officials in 2004. He led the Provincial Development Planning process as a team leader in 2006. He was a member of team facilitated the retreat workshop for Independent Directorate of Local Governance (IDLG) senior officials in 2009. Mr. Habibzai worked as a national consultant with DAI for Regional Afghanistan Municipalities Program for Urban Population (RAMP UP) proposal development in 2009. Mr. Habibzai have comprehensive knowledge of Afghanistan’s political and social realities. His International education and experience within and outside of Afghanistan give him the ability to work in multi-cultural environment and meet the expectation of clients and donors. Mr. Habibzai has working experience with the Government of Afghanistan on National and Sub National level, USAID, DIFID and Dutch Embassy supported programs. He takes direction well and work hard. Mr. Habibzai has Doctorate of Medicine from Nangarhar Medical Faculty and MBA from Greenwich University. Skills and Expertise Leadership, Research, Project Design and Implementation, Governance, Capacity Development, Policy Formulation, Management, HRM, Operations Management & Networking Education • MBA, Greenwich University, Greenwich, United Kingdom • MD, Nangarhar University, Afghanistan
Experience • Senior Adviser – IDLG • Area Director, RAMP UP East, DAI • Senior Governance Adviser, Asia Foundation, Afghanistan
• Governance Team Leader, LGCD, DAI
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EXECUTIVE BOARD The Executive Board is consisted of the Executive Director, Deputy Director, Finance Manager, HR Manager, M&E Manager, and Head of the Units. No Name Current Position Education Level Experience 1 Faisal Jabarkhil Executive Director MBA, MA, BA 10 Years Economics 2 Abdul Qayoum Hamza Deputy Director MA Economics, BA 8 Years Economics 3 Samir Ahmad Program Director MBA, BA. Economics 13 Years 4 Mohammad Ajmal Niazi Finance Manager MBA, BBA 6 Years 5 Bashir Ahmad Amanat Admin & HR MPM, BA Political 6 Years Manager Sciences 6 Naveed Farshad M&E Manager MBA, BA Political 4 Years Science 7 Abdul Hadi IT Manager MBA-IT, BCA 3 Years
8 Abdul Malik Hatam Head of Research MA International 8 Years Unit Development, B.Com 9 Abdul Ahad Ishaqzai Head of Economic MA. Economics, BA. 6 Years Development Unit Economics 10 Sayed Ahmad Sayed Head of Private MBA, B.Com 8 Years Sector Development Unit 11 Hamidullah Head of Governance MPP, BA 8 Years & Reform Unit 12 Fatema Mohammadi Head of Women & MBA, BBA 4 Years Youth Empowerment Unit 13 Fayaz Ahmad Fayaz Head of Capacity MPP, BA Political 8 Years Development Unit Science
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FAISAL JABARKHIL - FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mr. Jabarkhil is a young Afghan entrepreneur and business consultant. He holds a Degree of Master of Business Administration in International Business (MBA IB&M) from International Business School (IBS) of Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen, the Netherlands, an MA in International Business from Lord Ashcroft Business School Of Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, United Kingdom. He has completed his undergraduate degree (BA) specializing in Economics from University of Pune, India.
Mr. Jabarkhil has served in different national and international organization in a number of capacities. He is an experienced manager and Business consultant.
Mr. Jabarkhil has a g very good understanding of the local and international business markets, and proven track record of designing projects to tackle poverty and enhance economic condition of project beneficiaries.
Leadership, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Researches, Strategy Skills and Expertise Development & Implementation, Capacity Development, Policy Formulation, Marketing Management, HRM, Operations Management & Networking
• MBA International Business & Management, Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen Netherlands Education • MA International Business, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, United Kingdom • BA Economics, University of Pune, Pune, India • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), Microsoft, USA • Finance Officer - Ministry of Education, GoIRA • Regional Finance & Procurement Officer, Asia Foundation - Experience Afghanistan (PBGF Project) • Senior Grants Manger, DAI/ ICMA • Senior Adviser- Human Resources & Capacity Development, Independent Directorate of Local Governance • CEO Afpro Consulting • Founder and Executive Director - OEDA
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ABDUL QAYOUM HAMZA – DEPUTY DIRECTOR
Mr. Abdul Qayom Hamza is a talented Afghan youth. He has MA degree in Economics from Nihru Gram University India and a BA degree specialized in Economics from University of Pune of India. Mr. Hamza has a strong background in Auditing, Financial Supervision, Monitoring and Evaluation, Economics. He has worked with different national and international organizations in different capacities.
Auditing, Financial supervision, monetary policy formulation & Skills and Expertise implementation, Trade policy & international monetary system. MA Economics, Trade policy and international monetary system, University of Pune, India. Education BA Economics, Symbiosis College of Arts& Commerce, University of Pune, India. Auditor, Financial supervision department, Da Afghanistan Bank. Head of Mine Risk Education program at ARCS. Experience Data Input specialist, Afghanistan Energy Information Center, USAID. Education Counselor at Apex2 Consulting
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SAMIR AHMAD AMIRI - PROGRAM DIRECTOR Well-known, technically skilled program, project management, and development specialist; known for accuracy, scrutiny, detail orientation, and timeliness in managing and leading projects. With a work experience of more than ten years ranging from operations, support, to management, leadership, ministerial advisory, and leading development and implementation of systems, strategies, policies, processes, and internal control mechanisms that significantly improve service delivery and responsiveness for the government, private sector, and aid agencies.
Samir Amiri is a dedicated, innovative, and creative individual with experience in the domain of leadership, program and project management, administration, supply chain management, financial management, resources mobilization, technical data maintenance, leading research tasks, data analysis, and reporting. He has served the Government of Islamic Republic Afghanistan, United Nations World Food Programme, and other national and international agencies. Leadership, program and project management, administration, supply Skills and Expertise chain management, financial management, resources mobilization, technical data maintenance, leading research tasks, data analysis, development management, education development, and business management. • Master of Business Administration (MBA), specializing in Leadership at the University of Liverpool, in conjunction with Laureate Online Education Education, UK and Netherlands • BA (Bachelor of Art) Degree Faculty of Economics, Monetary & Financial Science Department, Kabul University, Kabul Afghanistan • Snr. Advisor to Minister of Education, GoIRA • Program Director, Global Partnership for Education, GoIRA • Founder and President, Silk Street Construction Company, Kabul Experience • Senior Program Associate, United Nations World Food Program, Kabul • Freelance Consultant and Trainer
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MOHAMMAD RIAZ SADAT – HEAD OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UNIT Mohammad Riaz Sadat has done MBA (BFM) from Symbiosis International University, India and has completed his bachelors of commerce from Pune University, India.
He has been teaching Economy of Afghanistan and Development economics in Salam University from last few years. Also, He is the head of Program and Policy Support Unit in the Independent Election Commission of Afghanistan.
He is experienced in managing and working in national and international teams to design, develop and deliver reports, research, and strategic solutions. Banking and Finance, Financial Management, Economic Analysis, Skills and Expertise Financial Reporting, Team management, Supervision and Operations Management
• MBA – Banking and Financial Markets, Symbiosis International Education University, India • Bachelor of Commerce, University of Pune, India • Head of Program and Policy Support Unit, IEC Experience • Head of M&E Unit, IEC • Business Analyst, Costnomics ® India • Administrative Coordinator, SISC, India
ABDUL MALIK HATAM – HEAD OF RESEARCH UNIT Abdul Malik Hatam has done MA in International Development from a well reputed university in Japan called International University of Japan (IUJ). The focus of the degree is on developing economies of developing countries. He also holds MBA degree from Indian School of Business Management and Administration. He has done bachelor of commerce from Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce, one of the best colleges of India.
He is experienced in managing and working in national and international teams to design, develop and deliver reports, research, and strategic solutions. He is motivated and committed to push forward the development of a better future for Afghanistan and the globe. Globally- focused strategic planner with results-oriented mindset and strong interpersonal, project management and analysis skills. He is currently working with Adam Smith International as National Technical Adviser (Public Financial Management) with Strengthening Provincial
Administration and Delivery Program of Government of Afghanistan.
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Skills and Expertise Economic Research and Analysis, Public Finance Management, Project Design and Management.
• MA International Development, International University of Japan, Education Japan • MBA, Indian School of Business Management (ISBM), India • B.Com, Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce, India. • F.Sc, Edwards College Peshawar, Pakistan • National Technical Adviser (PFM), Adam Smith International for Strengthening Provincial Administration and Delivery Program of Experience Government of Afghanistan. • Senior Economist, Ministry of Mines and Petroleum. • Finance Manager, Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation and Development.
SAYED AHMAD SAYED – HEAD OF PRIVATE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT Sayed Ahmad has done Bachelor of Commerce from University of Pune and MBA from Indian School of Business Management & Administration. He has also taken short trainings in financial management, USAID procurement laws, IPSAS, etc
He has around five years’ experience in financial management at mid and managerial levels with national and international organizations. Currently he is working with WFP as the head of Finance and Administration of the UNHAS unit.
Financial Management, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Financial Skills and Expertise Reporting, Accounting, Audit, Team management, Supervision and Operations Management • MBA, Indian School of Business Management and Administration, India Education • Bachelor of Commerce, University of Pune, India • Diploma in Business Management, Indian School of Business Management and Administration • Head of Finance/Admin, United Nations Humanitarian Air Service, World Food Programme Experience • Financial Analyst, Roots of Peace • Regional Finance & Procurement Officer, The Asia Foundation
• Assistant Finance Officer, Ministry of Education
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NAQIBULLAH - HEAD OF GOVERNANCE & REFORM UNIT Hamidullah has completed his Master degree in Public Policy from Willy Brandt School of Public Policy. He has a BA in Economics, Political Science, and Sociology from St. Joseph’s College, Bangalore, India.
Mr. Hamid has around 8 years’ experience in Policy formulation and analysis, Program/project design and management, Administrative Reform, Transition, Capacity Building, and local governance. He is currently working as Senior Program Advisor with Independent Directorate of Local Governance.
Policy Analysis, Strategic Management, Research, Administrative Skills and Expertise Reforms, Program Management, Program design and implementation, Capacity Building, Local Governance • MA Public Policy from Willy Brandt School of Public Policy, University of Erfurt. Erfurt, Germany Education • BA in Economics, Political Science and Sociology from St. Joseph’s College, Bangalore University. Bangalore, India • 8 years experiences in Policy formulation and Analysis, Experience Program/Project design and management, Capacity Building, Transition, and Local Governance
FATEMA MOHAMMADI – HEAD OF WOMEN & YOUTH EMPOWERMENT UNIT
Skills and Expertise Strategic Management, Research, Administrative Reforms, Program Management, Program design and implementation, Capacity Building
Education • UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE, Australia. Master of Public Policy and Management, 2012-2014. Graduated with Distinction. • UNIVERSITY OF YORK, York, United Kingdom. Master of Public Administration and Public Policy, 2011-2012, Graduated with Merit. • UNIVERSITY OF BALOCHISTAN, Quetta, Pakistan Master of Business Administration, 2006-2008 Graduated with distinction • UNIVERSITY OF BALOCHISTAN, Quetta, Pakistan
Bachelor of Arts, 2003-2006
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Experience • Project Manage - GHAZNI RURAL SUPPORT PROGRAM (GRSP), KABUL, AFGHANISTAN
• Tutor - WHITLEY COLLEGE, THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE, Melbourne, Australia
• Advocate - AFGHAN ACTION, London, United Kingdom
• Project Manager - MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT AND CIVIL AVIATION, KABUL, AFGHANISTAN
FAYAZ AHMAD FAYAZ – HEAD OF CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT UNIT Mr. Fayaz Ahmad has a Master of Public Policy and Good Governance from University of Passau, Germany and holding a BSc. Economics degree from University of Peshawar, Pakistan. He is well experienced Capacity development expert. He has strong background in Research.
Skills and Expertise Education, Capacity Development, Governance, Policy Analysis and Formulation, Management, Economics, Finance
Education • Master of Public Policy and Good Governance - Faculty of Political Science, University of Passau, Germany • BSc. Economics, Department of Economics, University of Peshawar, Pakistan Experience • Research Officer - Embassy of Australia, Kabul • Visiting Lecturer - Kardan Institute of Higher Education, Kabul, Afghanistan • Team Advisor and Planner - Independent Directorate of Local Governance
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MOHAMMAD AJMAL NIAZI - FINANCE MANAGER
Mr. Niazi is a young professional and proven experience in the areas of financial management, capacity development, planning and counselling. Mr. Niazi is holding MBA from ISBM, India and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from university of pune of India.
Skills and Expertise Strategic Planning, Leadership, Teaching, Marketing, Public Relations, Research, Capacity Development, IT, Counselling.
• MBA, Indian School of Business Management (ISBM), India Education • BBA, University of Pune, India • Diploma in IR, Human Rights, Role of International Law • Diploma in IT, CMI Data Institute, Peshawar, Pakistan • DBA, Abasyn University, Peshawar, Pakistan • Provincial Strategic Planning Expert. Experience • Country Manager Oxus Import-Export-Consulting Ltd. • President International Students Council (ISC) University of Pune, India.
BASHIR AHMAD AMANAT - ADMIN & HR MANAGER
Mr. Bashir Ahmad Amanat has Master of Personnel Management (MPM) and BA Political Science from University of Pune of India. Mr. Amanat is a dynamic personality with having skills in HRM, Financial Management, and Governance etc. Mr. Amanat has worked with different National and International Organizations inside Afghanistan.
Human Resources Management, Financial Management, Good Skills and Expertise Governance, Capacity Development, Research Methodology, Staff Supervision, Convincing & influencing workforce. • MPM – Master’s Degree in Personnel Management
Education • Pune University
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• Diploma in International Relations, Human Rights & Role of International Law • Abeda Inamdar Senior College of Arts, Pune • BA – Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Sciences • Pune University, Pune, India • Admin/Finance Manager - ATVI Experience • District Governance & Development Specialist IDLG/UNDP • Director of Human Resources -GHL • Human Resources Officer -ARCS • Administration (RTO – 2002 – 2003
ABDUL AHAD ISHAQZAI – Head of Economic Development Department
Abdul Ahad has completed his post graduate studies from the University of Greenwich in London, UK, he has completed a Msc. Degree in Economics. In addition, he has completed his bachelor’s degree in Economics from Kabul University.
He has served OEDA for several years in different roles. In addition, he has worked for government and non-government agencies, such as the Ministry of Education, IDLG, and UNDP.
He is a well versed economist and program management specialist. Program and operations management, research, statistics and data management, Monitoring and Evaluation, able to conduct baseline Skills and Expertise assessments, qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, teaching and presentation skills. Fluent in Pashto, Dari, and English. • Msc. Economics – Greenwich University- London, UK Education • BA, Economics, Kabul University, • Municipal G & D Advisor| ASGP/UNDP Experience • Economic D & PS Specialist | IDLG • Decentralization Project Officer | Ministry of Education
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ABDUL HADI - IT MANAGER
Mr. Abdul Hadi is a young IT Professional. He is holding MBA Degree specialization in IT and HR and Bachelor of Computer Applications both from India. He has worked in different IT positions. He is certified Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) and Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA).
Skills and Expertise IT, Networking, Web development, Human Resources, Finance • Masters in Business Administration, MBA- Specialization in Education HR/IT - Punjab Technical University – India • Bachelor in Computer Applications, BCA- IIMT Engineering College, Affiliated to Ch. Charan Singh University – India • Faculty of Electro Mechanic - Kabul Polytechnic University, Kabul, Afghanistan • Senior IT Officer – Binder Construction Company, Kabul, Experience Afghanistan • IT Officer – Glory Consulting Company, Kabul, Afghanistan • Desktop Engineer – Motherdairy Vegetables Pvt Limited, India
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INDEPENDENT RESEARCHERS & CONSULTANT A number of Independent Researchers and Consultants are working voluntarily for OEDA.
Sattar Muhammad - INDEPENDENT RESEARCHER & CONSULTANT Mr. Sattar Muhammad is the independent international researcher and consultant of OLGO Group. Mr. Sattar is a Chartered Certified Accountant and has been associated with one of Big4 chartered accountancy firm of the world for more than 7 years. The selected pattern of professional and academic qualifications has equipped him with in-depth knowledge of accounting, finance, and business issues and ongoing changes and issues within the global financial world.
Mr. Sattar has carried out an extensive cross functional service portfolio with a concentration towards Development; Manufacturing; Telecommunication; and Oil & Gas Sectors. He has been engaged on various external audit, internal audit, assurance, agreed upon procedures, due diligence and financial advisory engagements at various level including engagement manager and quality control reviewer. Further, Mr. Sattar has worked as a Local Fund Agent team leader of the Global Fund and Financial Advisor/Consultant to the UNICEF.
Mr. Sattar was awarded a “Certificate of Achievement” by ACCA for achieving a pass mark of 85% or higher for the examination of “Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting and Financial Management” and he also had opportunities to lead audit and financial advisory teams and attend various lectures, training and seminars. Education • ACCA-Member (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK) • CIA- Member (Institute of Internal Auditors, USA) • Master of Commerce (Higher Education Commission of Pakistan) • B.Sc. (Hons) Applied Accounting (Oxford University, UK) • CIPFA, (Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy, UK) • ICAEW (Finalist) - (Institute of Chartered Accountants, UK) Experience • Manager (Financial advisory Services)- KPMG • Financial Advisor- UNICEF • Local Fund Agent - The Global Fund
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DONORS, PARTHNERS AND CLIENTS
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LIST OF COMPLETED PROJECTS
No Project Description Donor / Contract Duration Status Link to Project Stakeholder Volume Published Final Report 1. Implementation of USAID ADALAT’s Justice Engagement USAID/Checchi USD 150,000 Apr 2018 to Completed Not published Model in Herat Province of Afghanistan and Company Apr 2019 Consulting Inc. 2. Status of Schooling and Employment in 13 Provinces of GIZ-TVET 5,000,000 Nov 2017 to Completed Will be shared upon Afghanistan based on Socio-Economic and Demographic (AFN) Mar 2018 request Survey of CSO 3. State of Business Startups in Mazar-e-Sharif GIZ-TVET 1,500,000 Mar to Jun Completed Will be shared upon (AFN) 2018 request 4. Analysis of Industry Standards of Five Professional Profiles OEDA’s Published Final 6,850,937 Mar – 2017 “Automotive, Carpentry, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Completed Reports Public Folder GIZ – TVET (AFN) To May 2017 and Tailoring” in Kabul (Online) 5. Analysis of Metal Work Industry Standards in Kabul Sep – 2016 OEDA’s Published Final GIZ – TVET 1,080,250 (Metal Work Cluster Survey) To Nov – Completed Reports Public Folder (AFN) 2016 (Online) 6. Evaluation of Apprentices’ Dropout in 2015 OEDA’s Published Final GIZ – TVET 3,271,650 Feb -2016 A Research Project FOR GIZ’s Reform of Vocational Completed Reports Public Folder (AFN) April - 2016 Education Program in Afghanistan (Online) 7. OEDA’s Published Final
Formal Economy: Staff Recruitment and Qualification 7,416,000 Nov – 2015 – Completed Reports Public Folder GIZ - TVET Strategies (AFN) Jan 2016 (Online) 8. Impact Assessment of District Governors Recruited Through Final Aggregate Report Oct 2014 - PAR Process in 231 Districts all over Afghanistan (Online) UNDP 300,000 (USD) Mar 2015 Completed District Reports (Online) 9. Marketing and Branding Training for Afghan Business Women AUAF, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Jan 2015 – N/A for Public Business 34,000 (USD) Jan 2015 Completed Women 10. Municipalities Capacity Assessment all over Afghanistan Jan 2013 - Jul UNDP 185,000 (USD) Completed N/A for Public 2014 11. Quality and Sustainability of Post Social Private Education Ministry of Aug 2013 - Development: A Case Study of N/A for Public Education 74,000 (USD) Oct 2013 Completed Afghanistan 12. Mapping Peace Education Initiatives in Afghanistan; A study of Save the Children Feb 2014 - peace education activists in Afghanistan Sweden-Norway, 220,000 (USD) N/A for Public Aug 2014 Completed Afghanistan
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REACH US
Main Office Kabul: House # 1282, 12th Street, Qala-e-Fatiullah, Kabul City, Afghanistan
Jalalabad Office: House # 12, 1st Street, Behind NDS, Jalalabad City, Afghanistan
Telephone: +93 20 221 27 26
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