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Khan Zaman Amarkhail

Khan Zaman Amarkhail

Communication Specialist
Kabul,Kabul

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Language

Work History

Head of Communiction Unit

Ministry of Finance/Afghanistan Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative
Kabul
2010.06 - 2010.11
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Communications Specialist

Afghanistan Social Outreach Program (ASOP/USAID
Jalalabad, Afghanistan
2010.06 - 2010.11
  • Communicated company promotions, products, and services to clients to increase brand awareness and overall revenue.
  • Answered client queries and complaints to provide strong customer service.
  • Maintained corporate website using content management systems and associated plugins.
  • Created social media content across multiple platforms according to content calendars and promotion schedules.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans.
  • Prepared or edited organizational publications such as employee newsletters or stockholder reports for internal or external audiences.
  • Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.
  • Created and executed targeted PR campaigns to raise awareness of organization and initiatives.
  • Supported public relations managers with writing, researching and preparation of materials
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to identify key messages and create compelling content for press releases and other materials.

Director of Strategic Communications

Ministry of Communication and Information Technology
Kabul , Kabul
04.2017 - 08.2023
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Developed live three-year strategic plan
  • Developed a three-year anti-corruption strategy
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Program Manager

Integrity Watch Afghanistan
Kabul , Kabul
09.2013 - 03.2017
  • Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
  • Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
  • Interacted with staff, donors and projects stakeholders to identify programs needs and requirements.
  • Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
  • Established milestones and objectives based on input from functional areas and stakeholders.
  • Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
  • Provided program management expertise in lean Six Sigma strategies and agile methods, practices and execution.
  • Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.
  • Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.

Communication Officer

International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Jalalabad
Jalalabad
2002.09 - 2010.05
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to design strategies for messaging and communications.
  • Represented company at multiple public forums and conferences.
  • Managed media relations and campaigns to address public communications in crisis situations.
  • Acted as point of contact for inbound media related calls.
  • Developed media strategies to support product launches, increase public visibility and drive customer engagement.
  • Created and implemented internal and external communication plans to establish consistent and timely messaging.
  • Studied objectives, promotional policies or needs of organizations to develop public relations strategies influencing public opinion or promoting ideas.
  • Developed comprehensive media outreach plan to increase visibility of organization in local, regional and national markets.
  • Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans.

Head of Office

Peshawar (Kai) Japan Medical Services (PMS0
Jalalabad
1999.09 - 2002.09
  • Analyzed and solved multi-faceted problems that effected executive leaders and business initiatives.
  • Organized and updated databases, records and other information resources.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners supporting administrative operations.
  • Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
  • Negotiated and executed contracts on behalf of department.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for [Number] employees.
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
  • Identified opportunities to streamline processes and improve office operations and efficiency.
  • Created organized filing system to manage department documents.
  • Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.
  • Built and managed processes for tracking and monitoring department performance.
  • Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
  • Coordinated office events, seminars and meetings for staff and clients.
  • Built highly-efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.

Deputy Director

Koh-I-Noor Foundation (KNF)
Jalalabad
1997.08 - 1998.09
  • Delivered data outcomes to internal and external staff to drive continuous improvement and client engagement.
  • Contributed to short- and long-term strategic planning and identified potential new markets, lines of business and funding opportunities.
  • Participated in risk assessment analysis for all new lines of business and for continuation of existing lines of business.
  • Prepared and submitted accurate, timely management and financial reports and project budgets in [Software].
  • Determined agenda, developed plans and oversaw implementation of programs and updates.
  • Liaised between organization and affiliates and managed networking relationships with funders, partners and vendors.
  • Improved coordination and communications across organization to increase operational efficiency.
  • Led teams of up to [Number] personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
  • Directed team focused on taking development projects through monetization and mass production.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Preston University , Peshawar, Pakistan
2007.02 - 2009.01

Skills

Strategic communications

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Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.

Software

MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, MS Project

Interests

I love reading books

I have a passion for promoting transparency, accountability and integrity which I have demonstrated through leading a team of 50 individuals for over ten years. Through my leadership we have implemented policies and practices that foster a culture of honesty and ethical behavior. I am committed to continuing to promote these values all aspects of my personal and professional life.

Committed to continuous learning and development in program management and dedicated to mentoring and supporting staff in acquiring new skills and knowledge.

Timeline

Director of Strategic Communications - Ministry of Communication and Information Technology
04.2017 - 08.2023
Program Manager - Integrity Watch Afghanistan
09.2013 - 03.2017
Head of Communiction Unit - Ministry of Finance/Afghanistan Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative
2010.06 - 2010.11
Communications Specialist - Afghanistan Social Outreach Program (ASOP/USAID
2010.06 - 2010.11
Preston University - MBA, Business Administration
2007.02 - 2009.01
Communication Officer - International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Jalalabad
2002.09 - 2010.05
Head of Office - Peshawar (Kai) Japan Medical Services (PMS0
1999.09 - 2002.09
Deputy Director - Koh-I-Noor Foundation (KNF)
1997.08 - 1998.09
Khan Zaman AmarkhailCommunication Specialist