Hi, I’m
Imran Sherali
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Impact and Development Consultant with over 10 years of experience in the 3rd Sector, specifically in the area of civil society. Skilled in monitoring, evaluation, and learning, with a proven track record of successfully leading research projects and formulating strategies for grant-making organizations. Passionate about making a meaningful impact in the world.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
KSIJ Dar es Salaam
Impact Consultant
08.2022 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Developed short- and long term community development strategies to draw businesses and consumers to rural areas.
- Worked with senior case managers to coordinate team development activities and trainings.
- Developed and implemented variety of innovative policies and strategies to promote client self-sufficiency.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocated for member needs and resolved roadblocks.
- Reviewed current procedures, identified areas of potential enhancement and implemented changes to improve overall effectiveness by [25]%.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
THE WORLD FEDERATION
Elected Councilor
06.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Coordinated first public COVID-19 vaccination programme in Zanzibar
- Coordinated water funded projects with Zanzibar Water Agency (ZAWA)
FOUNDATION FOR CIVIL SOCIETY
MEL & Research Specialist
02.2014 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Conducted more than 1,200 M&E project visits across the Mainland and Zanzibar Islands
- Coordinated Research Studies: Assessment of Implementation of the United Nations Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities of 2006 (2017), Study of Youth Employment in East African region; Opportunities and Obstacles (2018), State of CSOs in Tanzania (mainland and Zanzibar) 2016 and 2017, Opportunities and Obstacles of Tanzanian Civil Society Engagement in EAC Regional Integration Process, CSO Sustainability Index – Tanzania 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, State of Philanthropy in Tanzania (2017), Economic Contribution of CSOs in Tanzanian economy (2019)
- FCS Sub-Strategy: Peace and Conflict Management 2017 – 2020
- Procurement Committee Member - Feb 2014 until Feb 2022
- Special Project with Trademark East Africa, January 2014 - March 2016
- Special Project with Youth 2 Youth funded by International Labour Organziation, April 2013 - July 2015
- Special Project with WEKEZA funded by USAID, January 2013 - August 2016
MEDEWELL.org
Board Member
01.2014 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Researched potential local, regional and national funders and assisted in relationship building.
- Focused teams on developing innovative and cutting-edge approaches with effective resource allocation and strategic planning.
THE AFRICA FEDERATION
Projects Coordinator
05.2009 - 03.2011
Job overview
- Delivered an Exemption Paper for 17 constituencies under the Africa Federation
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
DESKTOP PRODUCTIONS LIMITED
Head of Operations
05.2006 - 04.2009
Job overview
- Determined production priorities by reviewing customer order requirements and production schedules; analyzing equipment, materials, and employee availability; coordinating schedules with sales and deliveries
- Selected, trained, scheduled and managed employee performances
- Implemented production, productivity, quality, and customer service standards
- Determined system improvements
- Achieved production deadlines and objectives
- Responsible for problem solving, customer satisfaction & feedback and multi-tasking project management
Ebrahim Haji Charitable Health Centre | KSIJ DAR ES SALAAM
Board Member
05.2006 - 04.2009
Job overview
- An Executive Committee member tasked to oversee the overall functioning of EHC Health Centre and the Temeke Dispensary to deliver highest quality medical services (in-patient and out-patient) in Dar es Salaam region.
Education
University of BradfordBradford, UK
Master of Science from Development Policy and Practice
2012
Bangalore UniversityBengaluru, India
Bachelor of Science from Business Management And International Trade
2006
Association of Business Executives, Financial, International School of TanganyikaAssociation Of Business Executives, ABE
Associate of Science
2003
Skills
- G-Suite
- Active Listening
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Climate Reality Leadership Corps Global Training, The Climate Reality Project, 2020
- Project Management: Tools and Skills, MDF Training & Consultancy
- Monitoring and Evaluation and Learning, MDF Training & Consultancy
- Leadership Development Programme, AFED
- Comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (CMEP), U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL)
- Risk Management and Corruption, KPMG
- Critical Skills Development Workshop, Kenya School of Government, eLearning and Development Institute (eLDi)
Timeline
Impact Consultant
KSIJ Dar es Salaam
08.2022 - 02.2023
Elected Councilor
THE WORLD FEDERATION
06.2021 - Current
MEL & Research Specialist
FOUNDATION FOR CIVIL SOCIETY
02.2014 - 03.2020
Board Member
MEDEWELL.org
01.2014 - 12.2018
Projects Coordinator
THE AFRICA FEDERATION
05.2009 - 03.2011
Head of Operations
DESKTOP PRODUCTIONS LIMITED
05.2006 - 04.2009
Board Member
Ebrahim Haji Charitable Health Centre | KSIJ DAR ES SALAAM
05.2006 - 04.2009
University of Bradford
Master of Science from Development Policy and Practice
Bangalore University
Bachelor of Science from Business Management And International Trade
Association of Business Executives, Financial, International School of Tanganyika
Associate of Science
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