Doctor of Medicine (MD) and certified Ultrasonographer currently serving as Regional Health Extender with UNICEF. Over five years of progressive experience with national and international organizations in senior reproductive health, technical health program management, monitoring and evaluation, and project coordination roles. Experienced in health systems strengthening, data-driven performance management, and implementation of quality reproductive and maternal health services.
November 2025 - Present
Led provincial performance management of BPHS/EPHS in coordination with UNICEF and Service Providers. Verified and analyzed HMIS, TPM, QQC, and functionality data to guide quarterly performance reviews. Identified underperforming facilities, supported development of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), strengthened review committees, and ensured alignment with HER framework, P4P, and QQC benchmarks.
January 2025 - October 2025
Provided technical oversight and training on reproductive health and IPC standards across supported facilities. Ensured compliance with national RH guidelines, supervised medical supply processes, prevented stockouts, conducted supportive supervision, and analyzed monthly medical data to improve service quality and performance.
May 2024 - January 2025
Led technical implementation of RH and RMNCH services across supported facilities. Conducted field supervision, delivered staff training, ensured compliance with national standards, participated in Health Cluster coordination and MoPH taskforces, and strengthened emergency reproductive health services.
March 2023 - May 2024
Managed and provided technical oversight to RMNCH and Family Health House (FHH) projects. Led planning, budgeting, monitoring, and reporting processes, conducted field supervision, ensured adherence to national guidelines, and coordinated gender-sensitive and rights-based approaches in project implementation.
November 2021 - March 2023
Led planning and implementation of school health initiatives in coordination with MoPH and MoE. Managed budgeting, reporting, evaluations, and policy alignment, prepared MOUs and proposals, and conducted field monitoring to ensure quality service delivery and program improvement.
October 2018 - February 2020
Supported monitoring and evaluation of polio eradication activities under UNICEF LTS project. Contributed to annual work planning, prepared monthly and quarterly progress reports, designed and implemented M&E activities, and analyzed field data to identify operational gaps and recommend corrective actions. Assisted in training development, community outreach coordination, and stakeholder engagement at district level.
2024 - In Progress
University of Suffolk, United Kingdom
Currently pursuing advanced studies in public health systems, epidemiology, health policy, and research methods.
2013 - 2018
Spinghar Medical University, Kabul
Completed comprehensive medical training with strong academic performance and clinical exposure.
2000 - 2011
Afghan Turk International Girls High School, Kabul
Graduated with distinction in science stream.
- Hypertension in Pregnancy: Epidemiology and Public Health Importance (2026). Maternal & Reproductive Health Review.
- Mental Health Stigma and Adolescent Help-Seeking Behavior (2026). Global Mental Health Literature Review.
- Social Disadvantage and Health Inequalities: Immigrant Adolescents and Obesity (2026). Health Inequalities Analysis.
- Leadership Styles and Innovation in Public Health Systems (2026). Public Health Leadership Review.
- Mental Health of Healthcare Workers During COVID-19 (2026). Occupational Mental Health Analysis.
- Reproductive Health Systems in Afghanistan (2026). Health Systems Analysis.
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