Mohammad Ewaz Nazari
Internal Auditor
Kabul, AF.About
Highly accomplished Internal Auditor with 17+ years of leadership experience in operations, program management, and education within complex humanitarian environments. Proven expertise in establishing robust compliance frameworks, optimizing financial controls, and driving operational efficiencies, evidenced by significant reductions in errors and improvements in audit readiness. Adept at leveraging data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making and ensure accountability across multi-regional programs.
Work
Digital Frontline Inc.
|Director of Operations
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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Summary
Led global operations for a remote-first organization, optimizing workflows and client engagement to drive significant efficiency gains and portfolio expansion.
Highlights
Streamlined workflows and standard operating procedures, increasing overall operational efficiency by 25–30%.
Expanded client portfolio by over 40% through strategic outreach, service optimization, and performance tracking.
Reduced operational errors and response time by 30% by implementing CRM and automated reporting systems.
Improved team productivity by 20% through remote team management, KPI tracking, and performance coaching.
Enabled Children Initiative (ECI)
|Senior Program Manager
Kabul, Kabul, Afghanistan
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Summary
Managed multi-provincial humanitarian programs, overseeing procurement, supply chain, and distribution while ensuring stringent compliance and accountability.
Highlights
Directed multi-provincial humanitarian programs across 6 provinces, impacting thousands of beneficiaries.
Oversaw end-to-end procurement, supply chain planning, and distribution of goods and services.
Ensured 100% compliance with donor procurement and financial regulations, mitigating risk and ensuring accountability.
Established robust monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems, significantly improving program accountability and transparency.
Supervised comprehensive budgeting, financial reporting, and operational risk management activities.
Ahmad Shah Baba High School
|Model School Principal
Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan
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Summary
Led a model school, significantly improving student retention, teacher performance, and community engagement through strategic academic and outreach initiatives.
Highlights
Improved student retention and attendance rates by 20% through targeted community engagement and academic oversight.
Increased teacher performance and classroom outcomes by 25% via comprehensive mentoring and professional development programs.
Strengthened school-community relations, boosting parental involvement by 30% in educational activities.
First SMART School (Key International Academy)
|CEO & Co-Founder
Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan
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Summary
Co-founded and led Kandahar's first SMART school, achieving rapid growth in student enrollment and optimizing operational costs through strategic initiatives.
Highlights
Established Kandahar's first SMART school, increasing student enrollment by 35% within two years of operation.
Improved student learning outcomes by 30% through the implementation of technology-enabled teaching methods.
Built strategic partnerships, increasing institutional sustainability and resource access by 25%.
Optimized budgeting and staffing, resulting in a 20% reduction in operational costs.
Ministry of Education
|Provincial Deputy Education Director
Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan
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Summary
Directed provincial education initiatives, overseeing a vast network of schools, expanding access to education, and securing critical program funding.
Highlights
Supervised 424 schools and education centers, improving operational oversight by 40% across the province.
Successfully reopened 142 schools in high-risk areas, increasing access to education for 45% of the population.
Secured national and international partnerships, increasing education program funding by 30%.
Recognized nationally for leadership, accountability, and strengthening the education system.
UNDP IEC Project
|Finance Manager / Southern Zone
Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan
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Summary
Managed financial operations for a critical UNDP project, significantly enhancing transparency, audit readiness, and ensuring full compliance with donor requirements.
Highlights
Improved financial transparency and audit readiness by 35% through process standardization and control implementation.
Reduced reporting errors by 30% by strengthening internal controls and documentation systems.
Ensured 100% compliance with all UNDP financial policies and donor requirements.
ALAMA RISHAD EASL AND COMPUTER SCIENCE ACADEMY
|Director (Part Time)
Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan
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Summary
Directed academic programs, driving significant increases in student enrollment and retention while enhancing financial accountability.
Highlights
Increased student enrollment by 20–25% through program quality improvement and targeted outreach initiatives.
Improved student retention and satisfaction by 30% via curriculum enhancement and quality assurance measures.
Strengthened financial accountability and reduced discrepancies by 40% through robust oversight.
KPC
|Admin/Finance Assistant
Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan
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Summary
Provided essential administrative and financial support, ensuring accurate record-keeping, efficient payment processing, and compliance with organizational policies.
Highlights
Managed daily administrative and financial operations, including meticulous document filing, record keeping, and correspondence.
Supported comprehensive budget tracking, expense verification, and preparation of accurate financial reports.
Processed all invoices, payments, and petty cash transactions, ensuring strict adherence to internal controls and financial policies.
Maintained accurate financial records and comprehensive supporting documentation, contributing to seamless audit processes.
Assisted with procurement processes, payroll preparation, and staff documentation, ensuring compliance with organizational guidelines.
Coordinated logistics and travel arrangements, optimizing operational efficiency for finance and management teams.
HORIZON EASL ACADADEMY
|Senior EASL Instructor
Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan
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Summary
Delivered comprehensive English as a Second Language (EASL) instruction, developing curricula and assessing student performance to foster effective learning.
Highlights
Delivered English as a Second Language (EASL) instruction to beginner and advanced learners, improving language proficiency.
Prepared structured lesson plans aligned with standardized curricula, ensuring consistent and high-quality instruction.
Assessed student performance and provided targeted academic support, contributing to student success.
Supported student retention through mentoring and learner-centered instruction, enhancing engagement.
Recognized by management for teaching quality, professionalism, and commitment, demonstrating instructional excellence.
Education
MAXWELL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
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Master's Degree (Online)
Business Administration
BORCELLE University
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Bachelor's Degree (Online)
Business Administration
Mirwais Nika Institute of Higher Education
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Bachelor's Degree
Political Science & Law
Kandahar Teacher Training Center
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Diploma
Advanced Teaching Pedagogy
Avesta Private Institute
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Diploma
Business Administration
Eteehad Institute
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Diploma
Computer Hardware & Software
Sabawoon EASL Center
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Advanced Diploma
English Language
Awards
Certificate of Appreciation
Awarded By
DFI Logistics
Awarded for significant contributions to logistics operations.
Leadership, Innovation, and Service Delivery Awards
Awarded By
Various Organizations
Recipient of over 20 awards acknowledging excellence in leadership, innovation, and service delivery across various roles from 2005-2017.
Recognition for School Reopening and Program Excellence
Awarded By
Ministry of Education, Provincial Council, and Independent Administrative Reform Commission
Acknowledged for excellence in school reopening and overall program management.
Best EASL Teacher of the Year
Awarded By
HORIZON EASL ACADADEMY (Implied)
Recognized for exceptional teaching quality, professionalism, and commitment in English as a Second Language instruction.
Leadership Excellence Award
Awarded By
President of Afghanistan
Recognized for outstanding leadership contributions across two consecutive years (2012, 2013).
Commendation for Governance and Education
Awarded By
U.S. Ambassador
Commended for impactful contributions to governance and education initiatives.
Languages
Pashto
Dari
English
Urdu
Arabic
Certificates
TEFL Certification
Issued By
PREPRLY
International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) Participation
Issued By
U.S. Department of State
Skills
Operations & Logistics Management
Program Coordination, Policy Implementation, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Logistics Coordination, Inventory Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Warehouse Operations, Fleet Management, Emergency Response Planning, Humanitarian Aid Distribution, Operational Risk Assessment.
Program & Financial Management
Team Building, Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Compliance Management, Office Management, Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Systems, Performance Monitoring, Resource Allocation, Dashboard Development, Reporting & Documentation, Quality Assurance, Internal Controls, Audit Readiness.
Education & Curriculum Development
Curriculum Development, SMART School Initiatives, Teacher Mentoring, Academic Oversight, Student Retention, Learning Outcomes Improvement.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Government Relations, NGO Relations, Donor Relations, Community Relations, Market Analysis, Cross-Cultural Communication, Partnership Development.
Technical Proficiency
MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, CRM Systems, Hardware/Software Troubleshooting, Field Data Collection.
Leadership & Problem Solving
Leadership, Problem-Solving, Strategic Thinking, Decision-Making, Accountability, System Strengthening.
References
Mohammad Tahir Sarwari
Education Coordinator, UNICEF Kandahar | +93709027577 Email: tsarwari@unicef.org
HR Department ECI Afghanistan
Email: Hr@eciao.org
Abdul Hakim
My line Manager at IEC UNDP | +93700328230