Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Shah Faisal

Development professional with 10+ years of international experience in Monitoring & Evaluation, specializing in designing and implementing standardized M&E systems, tools, and evidence-based reporting across diverse global contexts.
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Shah Faisal

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Location Islamabad, Pakistan
Email faisalfccu13@gmail.com
Phone +92 312 4429813
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Status Open to Opportunities

I am a development professional having more than ten years of experience in the development sector with national and international organizations. My proficiency lies in monitoring and evaluation, with a focus on meticulous tracking, reporting, and designing the standardized M&E tools. The tools have been successfully piloted in Pakistan and implemented in diverse contexts such as the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan.

My professional experience and educational background have helped me a holistic understanding of the productivity process, emphasizing the importance of accurately measuring progress and outcomes beyond mere numerical reporting. Working across various sectors and organizations, enhanced my knowledge of different cultures and languages.

Technical Expertise

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Skills

  • M&E framework design and implementation
  • Development of logframes and results frameworks
  • Indicator development and performance tracking
  • Project outcome and impact evaluation
  • Theory of Change development
  • Baseline, midline, and endline assessments

Data Collection & Survey Systems

  • Design of standardized M&E tools and questionnaires
  • Field data collection planning and coordination
  • Data quality assurance and validation
  • Survey implementation across multi-country contexts
  • Use of digital data collection platforms (KoBoToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO)

Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Quantitative and qualitative data analysis
  • Progress reporting and dashboard development
  • Evidence-based reporting for decision-making

International Development & Program Management

  • Multi-country project implementation experience

Services Offered

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Design

Design and implementation of M&E systems, logframes, theories of change, indicators, and results frameworks for development projects.

Survey Design & Field Data Collection Management

Development of quantitative and qualitative tools, survey implementation, KII/FGD facilitation, and field coordination for large-scale studies.

Data Analysis & Statistical Reporting

Quantitative and qualitative data analysis, interpretation of findings, and preparation of evidence-based analytical reports.

Dashboard Development & Data Visualization

Creation of interactive dashboards and visual analytics using tools like Power BI and statistical software for real-time decision support.

Donor Reporting & Compliance Support

Preparation of progress reports, KPI tracking reports, financial-performance summaries, and donor-compliant documentation.

Baseline, Endline & Impact Evaluation Studies

Design and execution of baseline surveys, endline assessments, and impact evaluation studies for development programs.

Research & Policy Analysis

Applied research, literature reviews, policy briefs, and evidence synthesis for agriculture, education, climate, and governance sectors.

M&E Tool Development & Digitization

Development and piloting of digital data collection tools using SurveyCTO, KoBoToolbox, and Survey Solutions.

Training & Capacity Building in M&E

Training field teams and project staff on data collection, monitoring systems, and quality assurance processes.

Project Monitoring & Quality Assurance

Field monitoring visits, verification of implementation progress, and ensuring data quality and compliance with project standards.

Work Experience

A detailed overview of my professional timeline, highlighting positions, key achievements, and the technical value delivered in each role.

Oct 2025 – Aug 2026
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Expert (Consultant)
Oxford Policy Management (OPM), Islamabad
  • ▪ Assist in the development of sustainability plans and exit strategies for the FCDO funded Aawaz II programme and implementing partners for responsible exit ▪ Support in producing value for money assessment report for the Aawaz II programme drawing the evaluative judgment according to the criteria of economy, efficiency, effectiveness, and equity ▪ Conduct the quantitative data analysis, visualization, and prepare summary outputs ▪ Support literature reviews and contribute to preparing quantitative summary tables and descriptive analysis ▪ Provide support in developing and piloting of the quantitative data collection tools and methods (including for Surveys, KIIs, and FGDs) ▪ Conduct the key informant interviews and focus group discussions from the programme beneficiaries and key stakeholders including the implementing partners ▪ Participate in field monitoring visits to support quantitative data collection and quality assurance tasks
Nov 2024 – Oct 2025
Senior Officer Monitoring and Evaluation
World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF-Pakistan), Islamabad
  • Conducted a survey “Repurposing Harmful Agricultural Subsidies to Nature Positive Outcomes in Pakistan” Developed M&E frameworks, plans, and tools for tracking the performance of technical and financial performance indicators. Quarterly M&E reports summarizing financial expenditures and progress against key performance indicators (KPIs) and proposed project activities. Quarterly financial and performance monitoring reports by established timelines and formats. Data analysis summaries, dashboards, or visualizations to facilitate interpretation and decision-making. Recommendations for corrective actions or improvements based on key findings. Support in planning and implementation of all project activities including M&E.
Jan 2017 – Nov 2024
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer
Centre for Agriculture and Biosciences International (CABI)
  • Conducted baseline survey “The Potato Value Chain Development Project in Kurdistan Region of Iraq” Supported the study “Smallholder farmers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices towards parthenium and biological control in Pakistan” Facilitated in the study “Situation Analysis to Identify Pesticide Risks and Opportunities for Risk Reduction in Sri Lanka” Collaborated with project teams to develop result frameworks - logframes, theories of change, or result chains for programmes and projects in Asia Developed standard monitoring tools and procedures for timely data collection to track projects’ key performance indicators for progress monitoring and reporting Worked with project development team to develop new business, while ensuring that project results and key performance indicators are clearly articulated Produced periodic progress reports on key performance indicators, narrative documents and tracking tables.
Sep 2014 – Feb 2016
Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant
Institute for Educational Development – AKU, Karachi
  • Assisted in designing survey questionnaires and data collection tools in English and Urdu for the primary and secondary data collection Provided support to the M&E team in developing monthly, quarterly and annual reports Coordinated with team for timely collection of monthly, quarterly and yearly work plans and reports Assisted in data entry, data cleaning, data analysis, and development of worksheets, tables and table format, charts, and graphs Assisted in developing and implementing project endline data collection tools Coordinated and communicated with data collection and data entry teams Liaised with districts coordinators for timely delivery and collection of survey Undertaken field monitoring visits to project sites.
Feb 2014 – Jul 2014
Intern – M&E
Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), Gilgit
  • Prepared the quantitative data related to M&E Data punching, cleaning and editing Developed questionnaires to collect primary and secondary data Translation of questionnaires in Urdu for data collection Conducted field surveys Undertaken field monitoring visits to the project sites Supported in writing success stories Assisted in report writing
Sep 2026 – Present
Regional MEAL Coordinator - West Africa
Muslim Hands International
  • Lead the MEAL work in West Africa (Senegal, The Gambia, Mali, Niger and Mauritania) Conduct evaluations, studies and assesments

Soft Skills & Achievements

Data Management and Report Writing Coordination and Teamwork Time Management Fieldwork Resilience Cultural Sensitivity

Education

MS – Project Management
SZABIST University Islamabad, Pakistan
2022 – 2024 | Completed
BS Honors – Economics
Forman Christian College University Lahore, Pakistan
2009 – 2013 | Completed
Secondary & Higher Secondary School Certificate
Aga Khan Higher Secondary School
2006 – 2009 | Completed

Certifications & Trainings

Certifications

  • Quantitative Data Analysis Using SPSS
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning for Development Professionals
  • Advanced Data Analysis & Dashboard Development using Excel & Power BI

Trainings

  • No trainings registered

Flagship Projects

Aawaz II Programme – Oxford Policy Management (FCDO funded)
Portfolio

Aawaz II Programme – Oxford ...

Assisted in developing sustainability plans and exit strategies for Aawaz II programme implementing partners Supported i...

Climate Vissionary Programme – WWF-Pakistan (US Mission funded)
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Climate Vissionary Programme �...

Conducted survey on “Repurposing Harmful Agricultural Subsidies to Nature Positive Outcomes in Pakistan”  Develop...

Multi-Country Agricultural & Environmental Research Programs – CABI
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Multi-Country Agricultural & E...

Contributed to baseline and applied research studies across Pakistan, Iraq, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan...

Strengthening Teacher Education in Pakistan – AKU-IED
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Strengthening Teacher Educatio...

Supported design and implementation of survey tools (English/Urdu)Data collection systems, and endline assessments Assis...

Rural Development Monitoring & Field Research Projects – AKRSP
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Rural Development Monitoring &...

Supported M&E data preparation, survey design, field data collection, and monitoring visits Managed data entry, cleaning...

Contributions

Smallholder Farmers’ Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices on Parthenium Management (2025)

Contributed to research analyzing farmer awareness, perceptions, and adoption of biological control methods for parthenium in Pakistan, supporting evidence generation for invasive species management.

Consumer Pesticide Concerns and Market Choice Behavior in LMICs (2024)

Contributed to a multi-country study examining how pesticide-related concerns influence consumer choices in fruit and vegetable markets across low- and middle-income countries.

Gender Analysis of Biological Control Adoption in Tomato Farming (2023)

Contributed to research assessing gender-based differences in the adoption of Trichogramma chilonis for pest control in tomato crops in Pakistan, highlighting equity and adoption dynamics in agricultural practices.

Plant Clinics in Asia: Reducing Pesticide Use and Risks (2018)

Contributed to a regional study focused on strengthening plant health systems across Asia to reduce pesticide dependency and promote sustainable pest management practices.

Testimonials

I have worked closely with Shah Faisal on multiple research and M&E assignments, and his technical expertise in monitoring systems, data analysis, and evaluation design is exceptional. He consistently demonstrates strong analytical thinking and delivers high-quality outputs under tight deadlines. His ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights greatly strengthened our project reporting and decision-making processes.
— Jamshed Azhar
Shah Faisal is a highly reliable and detail-oriented professional with strong command over research methodologies and monitoring frameworks. His contribution to survey design, data validation, and reporting was instrumental in improving the quality and credibility of our evaluations. He is also very supportive in collaborative environments and ensures smooth coordination across teams.
— Naveed Hussain
Working with Shah Faisal has been a valuable experience. He brings deep expertise in M&E systems, data management, and field research, combined with a practical understanding of development sector challenges. His professionalism, consistency, and problem-solving approach make him a strong asset to any research or development team.
— Wasim Abbas

Publications

Journal

Smallholder farmers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices towards parthenium and biological control in Pakistan

Authors: Kate Constantine, Abdul Rehman, Shah Faisal, Maila Al Saba Shah, Muhammad Danish, Philip Weyl, Justice Tambo, Hideo Ishii-Adajar, Frances Williams
Publisher: CABI Digital Library (2025)

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Journal

Consumer pesticide concerns and the choice of fruit and vegetable markets in five low- and middle-income countries

Authors: Justice A. Tambo, Monica K. Kansiime, Muhammad Danish, Solomon A. Duah, Jayanthi R. Alaganthiran, Shah Faisal, Makaiko G. Khonje, Fredrick Mbugua, Ganeshamoorthy Rajendran
Publisher: Science Direct (2024)

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Gender Analysis of Uptake of Trichogramma chilonis to Control Helicoverpa armigera on Tomato Crops in Pakistan. Sustainability. 2023; 15(3):2214.

Authors: Terefe B, Danish M, Faisal S, Holmes KA, Luke B, Williams F.
Publisher: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) (2023)

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Contact Details

Email
faisalfccu13@gmail.com
Contact
+92 312 4429813
Location
Islamabad, Pakistan

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