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.
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Director of Operations

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

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)
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Senior Program Manager

Kabul, Kabul, Afghanistan

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
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Model School Principal

Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan

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)
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CEO & Co-Founder

Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan

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
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Provincial Deputy Education Director

Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan

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
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Finance Manager / Southern Zone

Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan

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
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Director (Part Time)

Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan

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
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Admin/Finance Assistant

Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan

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
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Senior EASL Instructor

Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan

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
Not Specified, Not Specified, India

Master's Degree (Online)

Business Administration

BORCELLE University
East Ham, London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Bachelor's Degree (Online)

Business Administration

Mirwais Nika Institute of Higher Education
Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan

Bachelor's Degree

Political Science & Law

Kandahar Teacher Training Center
Kandahar, Kandahar, Afghanistan

Diploma

Advanced Teaching Pedagogy

Avesta Private Institute
Not Specified, Not Specified, Afghanistan

Diploma

Business Administration

Eteehad Institute
Not Specified, Not Specified, Afghanistan

Diploma

Computer Hardware & Software

Sabawoon EASL Center
Not Specified, Not Specified, Afghanistan

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