Background
Kashif Saeed is a highly accomplished and multi-talented professional with a diverse background in program management, international development, and consulting assignments. With a strong educational foundation, he holds MSc in Gender Studies and a Master’s in Business Administration.
Kashif’s linguistic abilities are truly remarkable, as he is fluent in English, French, Spanish, Persian, Urdu, and Punjabi. This language proficiency has undoubtedly contributed to his success in engaging with diverse stakeholders in his career.
Over the years, Kashif has garnered valuable experience in several esteemed organizations. Notably, as a Program Manager for Drugs & Narcotics Educational Services for Humanity (DANESH), he demonstrated exceptional leadership in implementing and improving internal control and monitoring systems to mitigate risks. His expertise in procurement and project management led to effective partnerships with donors, government entities, and other stakeholders, ensuring the smooth implementation of Annual Work Plans and result-oriented programming.
Furthermore, Kashif has a notable history of working with international organizations. At the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA), he exhibited financial acumen and contributed to performance assessment exercises for grants. His ability to foster technical and managerial capacity in implementing agencies reflects his dedication to capacity building and sustainable development.
Early in his career, Kashif gained valuable experience at the European Commission’s Delegation to Pakistan. His responsibilities included stakeholder management, grants management, monitoring & evaluation of the EU funded projects in Pakistan.
Kashif’s expertise extends beyond full-time positions, as he has been actively engaged in various consulting assignments since 2015. These assignments have seen him contribute his skills and knowledge to organizations such as The Diabetes Centre, Canada Fund for Local Initiatives, and World Council of Religions, among others.