Cover Letter

Ihsanullah Sabawoon Date: 22 Jan 2024

I am writing to express my enthusiastic interest in the Education Project Officer position at AWEC,
as advertised. With a strong background in education and a proven track record in project
management, I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your team.
In my previous role at SSDA society for sustainable development of Afghanistan I successfully
spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing educational programs, collaborating with diverse
stakeholders, and implementing innovative solutions to address challenges within the education
sector. My experience has equipped me with the skills to develop and execute strategic plans,
manage budgets, and ensure the successful completion of projects.
I am particularly drawn to AWEC organization due to its commitment to Education strategies. I am
excited about the prospect of leveraging my skills and passion for education to contribute to the
continued success of your projects, ultimately making a positive impact on the communities you
serve.
My ability to communicate effectively, adapt to evolving situations, and collaborate with cross-
functional teams aligns seamlessly with the requirements of the Education Project Officer role. I am
confident that my dedication, coupled with my experience, makes me an ideal candidate for this
position.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my
skills and experiences align with the goals of AWEC ORGANIZATION. Please find my resume
attached for your reference.

Sincerely,
Ihsanullah

Ihsanullah SABAWOON
: Paktia, Gardez, Afghanistan : +93(0) 767826576, 0774247117
: ihsanullahsabawoon786@gmail.com

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Father Name: Taj Muhammad
Place of Birth: Paktia, Afghanistan
Nationality: Afghan
NID No.: 84162
KEY JOB RELATED SKILLS

⮚ Creative, energetic project Management professional skilled in leadership, with a strong foundation in math,

and Proven work experience in the field of Community Mobilization, Data Collection, evaluation, and
monitoring.

⮚ Create visually appealing and informative charts, diagrams, Spearheaded project planning, evaluation,

monitoring, auditing, and reporting for The Research & Survey projects.

⮚ In-depth understanding of sourcing tools, like databases, and online data collection tools( ODK, Kobo and
COMM care)

⮚ Expert-level understanding of data management and used different data collection tools for gathering such as:
Case studies, usage data, checklist, observation, interviews, surveys, documents and records and data
management.
⮚ Coordination, Research & Report writing

⮚ Advanced analytical skills, Data Cleaning, and data Analysis Skills

⮚ Interviewing & Investigating skills

⮚ Computer skills ( DIT, Ms. office Professional, Graphic Designing and Knowledge of Multimedia)

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s administration and diplomacy LLB (Full time)

Paktia University Afghanistan, 2018-2022
Diploma in Information Technology (DIT)
Professional Institute, 2016-2017
Diploma in English Language (DEL)
Streamline English Language Centre 2015-2016
Baccalaureate Degree (12th Grade)
Aryana Model High School, 2005-2017

⮚ CAREER HISTORY

⮚ Position: Education Project officer

⮚ Employer: SSDA (Society for sustainable development of Afghanistan)

⮚ Date: 28/02/2017 – 20/02/2019

⮚ Duties & Responsibilities:

✓Project Planning: Develop comprehensive plans outlining project objectives, timelines, and resource
requirements.
 ✓ Stakeholder Liaison: Establish and maintain communication with stakeholders, including educators,
administrators, and community members.
✓Material Development: Create educational materials aligned with project goals, ensuring relevance to the
target audience.
✓Budget Management: Monitor and manage project budgets, allocating resources efficiently and adhering
to financial constraints.
✓Coordination Coordinate project activities, ensuring seamless collaboration among team members and
external partners.
✓Monitoring and Evaluation: Implement systems to monitor project progress, assess effectiveness, and
gather data for evaluation.
✓Compliance: Ensure adherence to educational policies, regulations, and project guidelines to maintain legal
and ethical standards.
✓Teacher Collaboration: Collaborate with educators to integrate project initiatives into existing educational
frameworks.
✓Reporting: Generate regular reports detailing project status, achievements, and challenges for internal and
external stakeholders.
✓Problem Solving: Address challenges promptly, proposing and implementing solutions to keep the project
on track.
✓Community Engagement: Foster community engagement by organizing events, workshops, or
informational sessions related to the education project.
✓Capacity Building: Identify and address the professional development needs of educators involved in the
project.
✓ Data Analysis: Analyze data collected during project implementation to derive insights and inform
decision-making.
✓Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and relevance of educational content and methodologies used in the
project.
✓ Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement, gather feedback, and adjust project strategies
to enhance overall effectiveness.

Position: M&E assistant

Employer: International Rescue Committee IRC
Date: April, 2021 – Oct 2023
Duties & Responsibilities:
⮚ Review MEAL plans and other monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning tools for consistency with

MEAL needs.

⮚ Manage field-based data collection, storage, and analysis;

⮚ Review logical frameworks and indicator matrices to develop data collecting schedules for projects, maintain

data management systems, and develop data analysis templates

⮚ Support MEAL field teams to collect data and capture it in appropriate databases
 ⮚ Program data collection forms in Kobo, COMM care, ODK.

⮚ Manage data verification and conduct analysis to ensure that learning is a central element of the project

⮚ Lead and coordinate processes to collect, review and respond to client feedback at the provincial level.

⮚ Set up feedback mechanisms to collect and respond to client feedback – both proactive and reactive

(technological improvements to existing mechanisms), with support from M&E Officers

⮚ Conduct regular FGDs and meetings with different stakeholders to solicit feedback on IRC’s work.

⮚ During distributions, establish a help desk/information table for the community members to answer

beneficiary comments/questions. After the distribution, prepare help desk reports on the distribution.

⮚ Prepare CRA reports based on consolidated analysis of client feedback recorded via proactive and reactive

channels, to be discussed at field meetings, project review meetings for analysis and decision making at the
provincial level.

Position: Provincial Community mobilizer

Employer: Society for sustainable development of Afghanistan.
Date: 01/03/2019– 29/11/2020
Duties & Responsibilities:
Identify students with special requirements and create individualized plans
Determine exam and assignment grades
Provide feedback based on workload and classroom behavior
Keep a record of students’ attendance and grades
Research new language teaching methods
Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict
Inform parents about their children’s performance
Collaborate with teaching staff and administrators to foster a good student experience
Requirements and skills
Previous experience as an English teacher
Knowledge of various teaching methods
Deep understanding of the national curriculum and English language requirements
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
A patient and resilient personality
Dedication to students and education

LANGUAGES
Native language: Pashto
Language Reading Writing Speaking Listening
English Fluent Fluent Fluent Fluent
 Dari Fluent Fluent Fluent Fluent
Urdu Fluent Fluent Fluent Fluent

REFERENCES
References will be provided upon your request.