Muhammad Abdullah
Managing Partner
About
Muhammad Abdullah is a results-driven professional with extensive experience in grant management, program coordination, agribusiness development, and disaster resilience. He brings over 18 years of expertise to his roles, specializing in assisting agribusinesses with international certifications and leading large-scale project implementations. He has a proven track record in developing winning proposals and managing complex grant cycles for NGOs and development organizations. He is seeking senior leadership roles such as Director of Programs or Head of Grant Management.
Looking For
Experience
Managing Partner
Jul 2025 – Present · 11 mosY-Zai Immigration Services · Peshawar, Pakistan
- Co-managed Pakistan branch of Y-Zai Immigration Canada.
- Oversaw immigration and education consultancy services.
- Led daily operations, client relations, and visa case handling.
Freelance Consultant – Proposal Development
Jan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 5 mosSelf-Employed · Peshawar, Pakistan
- Developed winning proposals and concept notes for development organizations.
- Conducted research on funding opportunities and crafted grant applications.
- Ensured compliance with donor guidelines and organizational goals.
Grants Assistant – Emergency Flood Response, DRR, and Resilience Programming
Jun 2021 – Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 6 mosInternational Organization for Migration (UN IOM) · Islamabad
- Led resilience and disaster recovery services for flood-affected populations.
- Coordinated CCM programs for humanitarian assistance delivery.
- Developed RFAs and provided funding packages to CSOs/CBOs/NGOs.
Manager Programs
Nov 2020 – May 2021 · 6 mosKurram Welfare Home · Peshawar
- Led program development for flood response, DRR, and emergency management.
- Contributed to the organization’s strategic direction and operational success.
- Designed and accomplished programs aligned with organizational goals.
Grants Associate
Dec 2019 – Jun 2020 · 6 mosThe Punjab Enabling Environment Project (PEEP) · Lahore
- Managed the complete grants cycle from solicitation to close-out.
- Reviewed documents and ensured compliance with required standards.
- Conducted pre-award assessments and monitored grant compliance.
Skills
Disaster & Resilience
Leadership & Strategy
Agribusiness & Development
Grant & Program Management
Industries
Languages
Education & Certifications
Master of Business Administration
Institute of Management & Information Sciences (Al-Khair University, AJK) · 2001
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Federal Government Degree College for Men · 1998