Faiz Malik

Ho. No: 1183, Street 63, G-10/4, Islamabad,Pakistan 44000.

Cell: ++92-300-5889894,Res: 051-2350590,

Objective:

Seeking a challenging position in a professional environment, which makes good use of my diversified educational background, professional experience, skills, latest trends and technologies to produce and maintain goal oriented workforce while achieving the overall organizational objective.

Professional Education:

Associate Degree in Computer Science (Web Development and Multimedia) – 2005

Oklahoma City Community College, Oklahoma City, USA

Master in Business Administration (Project Management) – 1998

Preston University, Wyoming ,USA (Islamabad Campus)

Bachelors of Science (Management Information Systems) – 1993

Intercollege of Management and Communication Studies, Nicosia, Cyprus

Associate Degree in Business Data Processing – 1991

Intercollege of Management and Communication Studies, Nicosia, Cyprus

Associate Degree in Computer Science – 1991

University of Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, (Nicosia, Campus)

Certifications:

  • Managing Public Private Partnership, Pakistan Planning and Mngt. Institute (PPMI), Islamabad, 2009
  • Public Procurement Rules, Public Procurement Regulatory Authority, Govt of Pakistan, 2008
  • Cisco Training on Security, Cisco Systems, Islamabad, 2006
  • Project Management, (PMP certification preparation) Islamabad, Pakistan 2005
  • Certificate of Mastery (Micro Computer Specialist) OKCCC, Oklahoma, USA – 2005
  • A+ Certification Preparation, OKCCC, Oklahoma, USA – 2004
  • Microsoft Office Assessment, OKCCC, Oklahoma, USA – 2003
  • 3D Studio Max, Autodesk Inc, USA 2000
  • AutoCAD Basic and Advance, Autodesk Inc, USA 2000
  • Geographical Information Systems, NUST, Rawalpindi, Pakistan – 1999
  • Successful Project Management, American Management Association (AMA) Islamabad – 1997

Core Competencies

  • Project & Program Management (Initiation, Planning, Implementation, Monitoring & Evaluation)
  • Process Development, Process Re-Engineering, Process Improvement
  • Business Analysis, Requirements Gathering & Analysis, System Analysis
  • General Management & Operations
  • Team Building, Team Leadership, Resource Management
  • System/Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Change Management
  • Proposal Writing, Vendor/donor negotiation
  • Tendering & Procurement

Work Experience

Feb 2015 – Present

Project Manager (Implementation)

In past four months period I have successfully implemented a very challenging & diversified project““Establishment of IT/Computer Labs at 170 Government High & and Higher Secondary School of 24 Districts of KPK” the project was funded by the Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Gov of KPK. Some of the salient projects/activities are listed below:

  • 170 Labs in selected Government Schools of 24 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
  • Backup & Support to all the labs for smooth operations
  • Planning and Management of resources, equipment and logistics for timely completion of the project

Oct 2010 – Jan 2015

IT Project Management Consultant/Social Activist

For the past five years I have been using my business administration talents and professional skills to help Government and non-governmental organizations, small and medium sized businesses and IT firms in Project Planning, Project Implementation, Project Management, Business Development, System Development, System Design, Integration of IT in their standard operations, development of Management Information Systems, IT planning, software development, Business Analysis and System Analysis. Some of the salient projects/activities are listed below:

  • Worked with Associates in Development Pvt Ltd. as IT Consultant for development of IT Policy for Civil Service Organizations (CSOs) and Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs) under the USAID’s “Assessment & Strengthening Program”
  • Worked with Associates In Development (AID), a social and development organization as a consultant to prepare a proposal for Capacity Building of FATA Secretariat, Peshawar.
  • Worked at Shifa Foundation as Planning & Development Consultant on Humanitarian Assistance Program, Devised IT, HR & Procurement Policies and Procedures and designing of online Monitoring and Evaluation System for its remote projects.
  • Worked with Tameer-e-Millat Foundation on establishment of Tameer-e-Millat University (STMU), including development of Course-outlines, Floor Plans, Elevations, Catalogues, Brochures and other Marketing Material.

July 2010 – August 2011

Branch Manager (Islamabad)

Combined Technologies (Pvt) Ltd.

CTI is a project oriented and customer driven organization in Telecom sector for turn-key solutions in voice and data networks. CTI’s operations span network deployment, network performance management and trouble shooting. CTI is channel partner for 3M, Avaya, NORTEL, CISCO, Solar Winds. Alcatel-Lucent, Life Size, QUES-COM, D-Link etc.

Duties and responsibilities included but not limited to:

  • To establish a Branch office in Islamabad
  • To ensure smooth functioning of the office and day to day operations
  • To developed and implement comprehensive Marketing Plan
  • To collaborate and coordinate with all stake holders and vendors
  • To manage staff performance and evaluation
  • To ensure full compliance with the relevant policies, procedures and recommendations of clients and channel partners
  • To amplify sales in the North region of Pakistan
  • To manage and maintain customer Accounts
  • To manage service agreements with customers
  • To manage customer support program
  • To arrange promotional campaigns

Aug 2005 – June 2010

Project Director (BPS Grade 19)

Electronic Government Directorate, Ministry of Information Technology, Government of Pakistan

Project Title: “E-Service at Chief and Deputy Commissioner’s Office – Islamabad Capital Territory”

The project involves automation of Islamabad Capital Territory Administration i.e. Office of Chief Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner and subordinate departments like Officesof District Health Officer, District Food Controller, District Attorney, Directorate of Agriculture, Industry and Labor, Cooperative Housing Society, Islamabad Public Transportation Authority, Arms License Branch, Domicile Issuance Branch, Motor Vehicle Registration Department, Local Government & Rural Development, Civil Defense etc. Some of the process automation modules include Issuance of International Driving Permit, Islamabad Arm’s License, Islamabad Domicile Certificate, Citizenship Verification and Certification, Route Permits for Public Transport etc. Major Duties included but not limited to:

  • Implementation and management of individual projects under the supervision of Ministry of Information Technology
  • Provide strategic planning for new projects
  • Monitoring through entire life cycle of the project and software products
  • Preparation and evaluation of Tenders, Software Requirement Specifications (SRS), Functional Specifications (FS), Requests for Proposal (RFP), Contracts with the implementing IT firms
  • Monitoring and Tracking performance of Project Team and the selected vendors for various services like Hardware, Licensed Software, Networking, Software Development etc
  • Liaison between all stakeholders and keeping all agencies updated thorough Reports, presentations, meetings etc for smooth execution of the project
  • To ensure timely deployment of the IT infrastructure including Hardware, software, networks etc
  • To ensure smooth functioning of the IT infrastructure including Hardware, software, networks etc at all concerned locations
  • Leading the team of various IT professionals like System Administrators, Network Administrators, Database Administrators, Network Security Specialists, Software Developers, Web Developers, Quality Assurance Engineers etc
  • Ensures training, motivation, conflict resolution and productivity of manpower
  • Preparation of yearly and quarterly budgets and business plans

Dec 2007 – June 2010

Project Director (Additional Charge)

Electronic Government Directorate, Ministry of Information Technology, Government of Pakistan

Project Title: “Establishment of land Revenue Records Management Information System in the Rural Areas of IslamabadCapitalTerritory”

The project involves automation of Land Revenue Department of Islamabad Capital Territory that will result in:

  • Establishment of kiosks at 3 revenue circles of Islamabad Capital Territory
  • Data entry of manual records of 122 Mozas (villages)
  • Digitization of Land Records and automation of all 24 manual registers of Ownership Records, Transfer Deeds, E-Pass Book, etc.
  • Secure, reliable and accurate land transactions and bring efficiency and transparency in the government processes
  • Speedy delivery of titles through public kiosks
  • Public access to records through kiosks and eventually, the internet
  • Definite and secure transactions
  • Central maintenance of electronic land records
  • Reduction in litigations pertaining to land disputes
  • Transparency in Government – Citizen Interaction

Mar 1997-Aug 2001

Manager Business Development

Engineering Systems (Pvt) Ltd, Islamabad, Pakistan

  • Established a liaison office for engineering Systems, one of the leading software houses in Geographical Information System, Computer Aided Design/ Computer Aided Manufacturing GIS/CAD/CAM in Pakistan
  • Managed Mechanical Designing Projects/Product Development, such as Tourist Information Desk/System, Pay Phone models, Split Air-condition models, Mechanical Parts for Air Crafts and other industry etc
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive Marketing Plan
  • Amplified sales in the North region of Pakistan, Managed and maintained customer Accounts
  • Established first Autodesk Inc, USA, Authorized Training Center (ATC) for highly professional GIS/CAD/CAM/CAE certified training in the region
  • Arranged a number of promotional campaigns, seminars and workshops for CAD/CAM, GIS, Animation, Design Visualization products and office automation, scanning and archiving techniques

Jun 1996-Feb 1997

Project Office Manager

HCCL (Pvt) Ltd, atBahriaTown Project, Islamabad

  • Developed a Management Information System for Increased efficiency of project staff and equipment
  • Established an onsite computer based information system for enhanced control and optimized utilization of equipment and resources
  • Efficiently controlled the use equipment and resources
  • Procurement and management of equipment and supplies
  • Maintenance of records and inventory

May93-Nov96

Managing Director

Intervene Trading (Overseas) Ltd, Nicosia, Cyprus

  • Pioneer in establishing an Offshore trading company in Cyprus
  • Leading consultant in Offshore trading operations for other similar companies
  • International Marketing research, Business & legal consultancy in establishing offshore companies
  • Developed a database and contact management system for leading international suppliers

Jun92-May93

Foreign Student Advisor

Foreign Student Affairs, Intercollege of Management & Communication Studies IMCS, Nicosia, Cyprus

  • Unanimously appointed to the position by the Administration and Faculty of IMCS
  • Facilitated the administration in understanding the needs of Foreign students better
  • Assisted foreign students with their educational and personal needs
  • Assisted Director of Admissions in recruiting foreign students

Educational Projects:

  • Proposal for Action Learning Center of Software (ALCOS) facility for Kohat, Pakistan 1999
  • Provision of Internet Facility in Kohat, Pakistan, 1998
  • Offshore Trading Companies and Their Implications on the economy of Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus 1993
  • Disintegration of former USSR and Emergence of new Market 1992, Nicosia, Cyprus
  • Automation of Nicosia Bus Service, Nicosia, Cyprus, 1991

And many more

Professional Projects:

  • E-Services at Chief and Deputy Commissioner’s Office, IslamabadCapitalTerritory
  • Establishment of Land Revenue Records Management Information System in the Rural Areas of IslamabadCapitalTerritory Administration
  • Conceptualized and Established “Citizen Facilitation Center at Islamabad Capital Territory Administration” , it’s a hassle free one window operation where services are being rendered to the citizens like International Driving Permits, Domicile Certificates etc
  • Conceptualized and implemented Tourist Information Centers (TICs) at Karachi Airport for Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC)
  • Monitored Digital Archiving projects for various organizations like National Highways Authority (NHA), Fauji Foundation, Directorate General of Petroleum Concession (DGPC) etc
  • Supervised a number of Architectural Design Visualization projects for local and International Clients including Lahore-Islamabad Motorway and Shaikh Zaid Hospital , UAE etc
  • Launched Autodesk Certified Trainings in CAD/CAM/CAE/CIM/Animation/GIS for the first time in Islamabad
  • Conceptualized and Established first of its kind elite class health club in Islamabad by the name of “Elysium”

Personal Skills and Characteristics:

Excellent oral and written communication skills, Interpersonal skills, negotiation skills, Administrative and organizational skills, Team player, cooperative and conscientious, quick learner, interested in reading, research and current affairs, taking part in social activities. Overseas travel, exploring different cultures and learning languages

Language Skills:

Fluent in English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindko, Pushto and understanding of Arabic, Greek and Russian

Management Skills:

  • Managed multiple large scale IT projects simultaneously
  • Managed team of skilled IT professionals in various fields
  • Good knowledge of the current leading Networking technologies, databases, development tools, middleware tools, hardware platforms and operating systems
  • Well versed with office productivity tools
  • Proficient in project management and monitoring tools and techniques, and knowledge of project management software
  • Well versed with contract management techniques
  • Aware of Government procedures and policies regarding public tendering, procurement and bidding processes

Technical(IT) Skills:

Operating Systems / DOS, MS-Windows 98/ME/NT4.0/XP/2000, Server 2003, Unix, Linux, Knopix
Office Productivity / MS-Office, MS-Project
Programming Languages / Basic, Pascal, C++, COBOL, JAVA, XML, HTML, Visual Basic
Web Development and Design / Netscape Composer, Front Page, Flash, Dream Weaver, HTLM, XHTML, ASP, JAVA Scripts, VB Scripts, PERL, CGI, Unix Shell Scripting
Graphics/Animation / Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw, 3D Studio Max, Adobe Premier, Adobe After Affects, Goldwave, Acid Pro, Cakewalk
Database / MS-Access, SQL
Engineering Software / AutoCAD

Honor/Awards/Memberships:

  • Member Steering Committee Electronic Communication in the Government Offices Project (2008)
  • Member Steering Committee, Automation of Land Records Project (2007)
  • Vice President’s Honor Roll, Fall 2004, Oklahoma City Community College, Oklahoma, USA (2004)
  • Member Asian Study Group, Islamabad Chapter, Pakistan (1998)
  • Founder Member Executive Board, Association for the Protection of Foreign Workers in Cyprus (1996)
  • Appointed as International Foreign Student Advisor, IMCS, Nicosia, Cyprus (1993)
  • Elected Vice President of Pakistani Student Association (PSA), IMCS, Nicosia, Cyprus (1992)

Voluntary Social Activities:

  • Pioneer in Waste Paper Recycling Project in the Republic of Cyprus (1993)
  • Supervised Fund Raising Campaign in Cyprus during draught in Somalia (1992)
  • Organized a number of cultural events to promote our heritage overseas (1991-93)
  • Voluntary Teacher, Pakistan Embassy School, Salalah, Sultanate of Oman(1987)

International Travel:

I have lived and traveled to a number of countries in Middle-East, Far-East, Mediterranean, Europe and North America for studies, business andleisure.

Personal Information:

Date of Birth:16 April 1968

Nationality:Pakistan

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