General Info
Professional Track
- Information Technology (IT) and Communications
Artificial Intelligence
Country
PakistanAreas of Expertise
- Educational Technology and E-Learning
- Information Systems Management
- Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
Professional Interests
- AI governance, responsible AI, strategic decision making
- Data management and governance, digital transformation and innovation
- AI-driven education for differently-abled learners
Purpose-wired, AI-driven living to create impact.
The Top Three Things I Would Like to Learn or Experience During my Mentorship
- Develop AI governance frameworks and implement ethical practices in technology.
- Implement best practices for data management and ensure quality assurance in AI projects.
- Strengthen leadership skills for driving technology-driven social impact.
Mentorship Characteristic
- Have exposure to the company culture
- Visit an office or attend a site-visit
- Focus on leadership skills building
- Focus on technical skills building
- Identify a short-term project I can work on at the partnering company
Ideal Company Type
My ideal mentor would be from a progressive tech company specializing in AI and data solutions, with a focus on ethical practices and social responsibility. The organization would be mid-sized, agile, and innovative, promoting a culture of collaboration, and transparency. I would value a mentor with expertise in AI governance, data security, and the integration of AI solutions in real-world applications. The company's mission would align with driving sustainable, inclusive growth, empowering communities through technology, and prioritizing responsible AI development and data management practices.
What are three adjectives that best describe you in the work place?
- Reliable
- Collaborative
- Adaptable
What impact will your mentorship have on your career and professional path?
The TechWomen program, which focuses on empowering leaders from different countries, offers a unique opportunity to receive valuable advice from experienced professionals. Participating in this program will allow me to gain new perspectives on leadership skills. I am confident that learning from the examples and experiences of successful women leaders will help me develop the necessary skills more quickly and confidently move forward in achieving my professional goals.
After participating in the TechWomen program, how will you leverage your mentorship experience to make an impact in your home country?
After participating in the TechWomen program, I will apply the mentorship experience to advocate for ethical AI and data governance frameworks in local industries. I aim to educate and empower tech leaders and organizations in my home country on responsible technology practices. By developing initiatives focused on inclusive innovation, I will work to create accessible solutions for differently-abled individuals. I will also collaborate with local institutions to increase awareness and foster tech talent growth, driving sustainable impact in Pakistan's tech ecosystem.
Work History
Years of Full-time Work Experience
11Primary Professional Focus
- Leader who is in charge of managing technical employees
- Leader who is in charge of overseeing the delivery of technology products and processes
- Technical project and program manager
Current/Most Recent Job
- Title and Company: Manager Technology Projects – MENA Region, Ernst & Young
- Direct Reports: 5
- Type: Full-time
- Location: Pakistan
- Dates: February 6, 2023 –
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Responsibilities:
Manage cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale technology projects for MENA clients; Oversee project timelines; Manage budgets; Allocate resources to ensure successful project execution; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align with client goals and project objectives.
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Skills:
Project management; Process optimization; Allocate resources; Optimize operations; Communicate across cultures; Manage stakeholders
Job #2
- Title and Company: IT Projects Service Delivery – PMO, Systems Limited
- Type: Full-time
- Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
- Dates: February 1, 2021 – January 31, 2023
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Responsibilities:
Monitored risk; Tracked deliverables; Reported progress to senior leadership and stakeholders; Optimized PMO frameworks across InfoSec and digital infrastructure portfolios managing up to 5 concurrent projects; Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of InfoSec and infrastructure projects across banking portfolios.
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Skills:
Governance principles; PMO best practices; Reporting; Hybrid project management (Agile & Waterfall); Cross-functional team coordination
Job #3
- Title and Company: Assistant Manager BSS/ CRM / PMO, Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL)
- Type: Full-time
- Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
- Dates: February 3, 2014 – January 31, 2025
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Responsibilities:
Assisted in CRM system migration by writing and validating SQL queries to ensure accurate and complete data transition; Provided operational support to field users and resolved issues across CRM, order management, billing, provisioning, and service workflows; Coordinate between technical teams, vendors, and business units to ensure smooth implementation of system enhancements and integrations.
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Skills:
SQL query development and data validation; Issue Resolution in Service Operations & Customer Management; Cross-Team Communication & Stakeholder Management
Education History
Institution #1
- Institution: University of Information Technology, Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi
- Degree Awarded: Bachelor's
- Major: Computer Science
- Minor:
- Location: Pakistan
- Completion Date: August 30, 2013
