Noorullah Kakar

Experience

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  World Health Organization

  Dec 2006 - Apr 2019

  Admin Finance Assistant

  Providing Administrative, Budget Management and Finance and Supply/ Logistical Support to office:Provided comprehensive administrative, financial, and logistical support to ensure smooth office operations. Managed executive calendars, correspondence, travel arrangements, and meeting logistics while maintaining confidentiality and efficient document management. Prepared reports, presentations, and financial documents; coordinated events and supported office workflow. Reviewed invoices, processed transactions, reconciled accounts, prepared financial reports, and ensured compliance with organizational rules. Monitored budgets, issued financial commitments, tracked expenditures, and ensured timely closures of commitments and purchase orders. Supervised procurement processes, including supplier selection, contract management, and supply chain operations, while maintaining inventory accuracy and managing emergency supplies. Collaborated with government counterparts and partners to streamline processes, ensured timely delivery of supplies, and provided input for procurement and supply plans. Oversaw warehouse operations, customs clearance, and disposal of unserviceable items while maintaining operational capacity for emergency supply chains. Show less

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  UNICEF

  Apr 2019 - now

  Assisted in creating Programme Cooperation Agreements (PCAs) by gathering information and drafting sections, while ensuring prompt and accurate handling of government and NGO proposals for direct cash transfers (DCTs). Conducted programme monitoring in focus districts, including spot checks on partner projects to evaluate financial record-keeping, expenditure management, and reporting systems. Oversaw supply distribution for efficient programme implementation and supported data analysis and reporting by preparing reports, working papers, and presentations. Executed VISION transactions to align Programme activities with annual work plans (AWPs), monitored budgets and expenditures for compliance, and provided actionable recommendations. Prepared financial reports, tracked key performance indicators, and contributed to capacity-building by developing training materials and participating in exercises. Show less Regularly monitor budgets and financial expenditures of the SBC section, ensuring compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations, and advising the supervisor on necessary actions. Support monthly budget meetings, track and utilize SBC-related funds, and contribute to donor reporting by generating financial and VISION-related reports. Manage fund allocations, reallocate costs for ACO and ZOs, and monitor open fund commitments and DCTs, ensuring timely follow-up and liquidation of payments. Review and process all invoices, FACE requests, and DCT reports, providing feedback and coordinating with partners for amendments. Handle procurement and distribution of supplies as per the supply plan, PCAs, and work plans, and create requisitions and TORs for contracts in VISION. Conduct spot checks on partners' financial systems, support onboarding of staff, organize meetings, manage travel arrangements, and assist in developing PCAs, SSFAs, and other agreements. Facilitate major events, training, and field visits, and maintain accurate records of transactions and tracking sheets. Show less Collaborated in designing, implementing, and evaluating education, child protection (CP), social behavior Change (SBC), and field coordination programs to enhance quality and relevance. Supported the development of training materials aligned with organizational and government education policies. Provided technical and administrative support throughout the programming process, including executing transactions, preparing documentation, and ensuring compliance with organizational processes. Conducted field visits to monitor educational activities, analyze qualitative and quantitative data, and recommend improvements. Prepared KPI reports to evaluate program progress and collaborated with colleagues and partners to address implementation issues.Monitored open commitments and DCTs, flagging issues and providing timely reports to program officers and managers. Reviewed and processed FACE requests, FACE reports, ICEs, SOEs, and DDM sheets, communicating with IPs for corrections and ensuring adherence to HACT requirements. Issued release orders (ROs) for program supplies, obtaining approvals and coordinating with the supply unit for delivery. Maintained comprehensive records of payment transactions, work plans, and IP contact lists.Supported HACT implementation by ensuring IP compliance with policies, orienting them on financial requirements, and conducting spot checks with the HACT focal point. Drafted spot check reports with recommendations and reviewed pre-approval and payment documents, ensuring timely processing and adherence to UNICEF financial policies. Followed up with program officers and operations staff to facilitate approvals and verify workflows, ensuring smooth financial management and accountability. Show less

  • Program Associate

    Oct 2023 - now

  • Program Associate

    Mar 2022 - Oct 2023

  • Program Associate

    Apr 2019 - Mar 2022