Elaf Fatima

Elaf Fatima

Economist

About

Results-driven Social Policy and Development Specialist with 10+ years of professional experience in economics, public policy, social development, public sector coordination, advocacy, programme management, gender reforms, stakeholder engagement, community mobilization, and financial inclusion. Strong background in policy analysis, public sector collaboration, governance, social protection, budgeting, programme monitoring, and evidence- based decision-making across government and development sectors. Experienced in working with provincial departments, civil society, vulnerable communities, and multi-stakeholder platforms to deliver sustainable social impact.

Experience

Resource Officer

Social Welfare

20122018

Project: Gender Reforms Action Plan  Supported policy development and implementation of gender-sensitive reforms across provincial departments.  Coordinated with government institutions and stakeholders for policy advocacy and social sector improvements.  Contributed to social protection initiatives and inclusion of vulnerable groups in public services.  Assisted in monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of reform programmes and public sector interventions.  Strengthened governance systems through harassment prevention frameworks and institutional policy compliance.  Conducted strategic planning, programme reviews, and evidence-based recommendations for policy improvement.  Delivered career counseling, awareness sessions, and capacity-building support for youth and women.

Citizens voice and action officer

World vision international

20112012

Project: Advocacy  Built policy-based coalitions to strengthen citizen rights, governance, and accountability.  Facilitated engagement between communities, government departments, and civil society organizations.  Developed grassroots advocacy strategies focused on transparency, participation, and inclusive development.  Supported programme implementation through stakeholder consultations, field assessments, and reporting.  Contributed to evidence generation and policy dialogue for improved public service delivery.

Social Organizer

FDMA

20112011

 Conducted community mobilization and needs assessments for internally displaced persons (IDPs).  Supported emergency response planning with focus on vulnerable populations and inclusive service access.  Coordinated field reporting, beneficiary support, and stakeholder communication.

Education

Msc economics

Economics

Kohat university of science and technology

20092012