Faqir Muhammad Fahim

Faqir Muhammad Fahim

Communication and Social Mobilization (SBCC)

About

Results-driven SBCC professional with 14+ years of experience in designing and implementing evidence-based communication strategies under the Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI). Expertise in community engagement, formative research, and behavioral analysis to address vaccine hesitancy and improve public health outcomes. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, capacity building, and translating data into actionable strategies.

Experience

Tehsil Communication Officer

Z.M.K & Co.

20252025

• Designed SBCC situation analyses and formative research to identify behavioral drivers. • Developed and implemented district level SBCC strategies in coordination with DEOC to support Polio Eradication (PEI) and EPI strengthening. • Engaged key community influencers (religious leaders, teachers, media, youth, and women groups) to enhance advocacy and community participation. • Utilized research data to develop and refine evidence-based SBCC strategies. • Supervised COMNet staff, monitored field activities, and ensured effective use of resources. • Facilitated trainings of frontline workers on IPC skills and supported campaign preparedness, including IEC material management. • Addressed challenges such as boycotts and misinformation through strategic communication, crisis response, and field coordination. Special Assignment: Investigation Team Lead – Social Assessment (EOC Mission) • Led multi district social investigation and community assessment in District Torghar, Buner, Khyber, and Nowshera. • Supervised field teams conducting Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), In-Depth Interviews (IDIs), Influencer Interviews, and Household (HH) Surveys to identify social and behavioral barriers. • Engaged local influencers, community elders, and stakeholders to gather insights on vaccination challenges and community perceptions. • Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data to support evidence-based decision making for program interventions. • Compiled investigation findings and submitted analytical reports and recommendations to program leadership.

Tehsil Communication Officer (SBCC)

Professional Employers Pvt Ltd COMNet/UNICEF (PEI Program)

20212024

• Developed and executed SBCC strategies with DEOC to support Polio Eradication (PEI) and EPI strengthening. • Analyzed SBCC data to improve intervention quality and guide decision making. • Facilitated intergenerational community dialogues to drive social behavior change. • Used campaign data to plan and evaluate impact of SBCC interventions. • Engaged community influencers and built partnerships with government departments and CSOs for advocacy and participation. • Supervised field teams, conducted monitoring visits, and supported FLW trainings on IPC skills. • Led community engagement, managed crisis situations (boycotts/misinformation), and supported immunization activities.

District Communication Support Officer (SBCC)

CHIP Training & Consulting Pvt Ltd COMNet/UNICEF (PEI Program)

20192021

• TOT (Training of Trainers) • Building IPC (Inter Personal Communication) skills • Enhancing BCC (Behavior Change Communication) • Monitoring and Evaluation of Polio Teams and Supervisors • Developed district-level advocacy strategies in collaboration with WHO, CDC, and local govt. • Facilitated intergenerational community dialogues to drive social behavior change. • Used campaign data to plan and evaluate impact of SBC interventions. • Organized community engagement and listening sessions to tailor messaging. • Delivered interpersonal communication and RCCE trainings for health workers. • Weekly Progress Reports and Monthly assessment reports to the District Team

UC Communication Support Officer

CHIP Training & Consulting Pvt Ltd COMNet/UNICEF (PEI Program)

20122019

• Community Mobilization: Facilitates high-impact mobilization and engagement of key influencers at the UC level to drive support for EPI and PEI initiatives. • Influencer Engagement: Identifies and engages local influencers and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) to bridge communication gaps and reduce vaccine hesitancy. • Behavior Change: Implements Interpersonal Communication (IPC) and Behavior Change Communication (BCC) strategies to improve immunization acceptability. • Capacity Building: Leads training sessions for Social Mobilizers and Frontline Workers, focusing on communication skills and field protocols. • Disease Surveillance: Conducts active surveillance of Polio and other EPI domain diseases while managing complex data analysis.

Audit Internship

Tariq Ayub Anwar & Co. CA Firm

20112012

• Bookkeeping: Maintained books of accounts for organizations including Haroon Enterprises (D.N.C) Peshawar, Akbar Roller Flour & General Mills, Battgram Flour & General Mills (Pvt) Ltd., and Joworro Flour Mill (Pvt) Ltd. • Audit: Conducted and managed audits for manufacturing and non-manufacturing organizations such as Faisal Construction Company (Pvt) Ltd., Peshawar Model Schools & Colleges, Bilour Industries (Pvt) Ltd., and others. • Stock Taking: Performed inventory and stock verification for organizations including Bryon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd Pakistan, Honda North Peshawar, and Joworro Flour Mill (Pvt) Ltd.

Education

MBA Finance

Finance and Accounting

City University of Science and Information Technology

20092011

B.Com

Commerce

University of Peshawar

20072009