Chief Executive Officer
Akbar leads VITAL's operations in Pakistan. He is responsible for managing its relationships with various health system stakeholders and building the capacity of the organization to scale-up its programs. He has over 25 years of experience in management, having filled many roles in the Finance, Administration and Operations departments of the Aga Khan University Hospital Karachi, and most recently as Senior Business Manager at the Department of Pediatrics & Child Health. Akbar holds a Master's degree in Public Administration from Karachi University.
CFO/Secretary to BOT
Muhammad Nabeel Mustafa is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Company's Secretary, and the Secretary to the Board of Trustees. As the first employee of VPT, he has been instrumental in shaping the organization's success, serving as CFO for over a decade. With a career spanning more than 20 years, he brings unmatched expertise in financial accounting, taxation, audit, and compliance, particularly within Pakistan's NPO sector. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Management Sciences at SZABIST University, his dedication to research, deep technical knowledge, and visionary leadership are pivotal in advancing VPT's mission to transform healthy lives across Pakistan.
Director Human Resources
Nadia provides leadership and consultation to the management on all Strategic HR-related matters. She is a Senior Certified Professional from SHRM- USA and has received an MBA degree from the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi. Nadia has more than 20 years of diversified experience in leading Human Resource functions in different national and multinational companies. Additionally, Nadia has also received three international awards for implementing HR best practices and for achieving excellence in building the Employer's Brand.
Director of Data Analytics & Insights
Dr. Aamir Abbas holds a Master's degree in Epidemiology and Biostatistics as well as Health Data Analytics and Information Technology. With over a decade of experience in research positions at organizations like Marie Stopes Society, Aga Khan University, and Spaulding Clinical, he specializes in the intersection of epidemiology and data science. His expertise encompasses advanced analytical methods and clinical data management, driving transformative insights across the healthcare landscape.
Associate Director - Resource Development and Communication
Peter Lobo holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the Hamdard Institute of Management Sciences. He has over 19 years of experience in Operations, Event Management, Alliances, Resource Development and Elite Client handling. In addition, he has worked with other industries and organizations, including Karwan-e-Hayat (KeH), The Aga Khan University (AKU), Education Fund for Sindh (EFS) and The Citizens Foundation (TCF).
Senior Technical Lead - Family Planning
Dr. Nausheen is a highly dedicated and motivated healthcare management professional with over two decades of experience in primary and secondary healthcare, leadership, and training arenas in both the private and public sectors. She holds an MBBS degree and an MBA in Marketing from Greenwich University, Karachi. Additionally, Dr. Nausheen is a certified Sonologist and has attended numerous national and international training programs. Her outstanding work and commitment have been acknowledged by the various institutions she has worked for and she was awarded the prestigious 'Promising Talent of the Year' award by the Aman Foundation as a testament to her efforts.
Head of Internal Audit Risk and Compliance
Ahson Khawaja, a Chartered Accountant and Certified Internal Auditor, brings a wealth of 15 years of experience in the Finance and Advisory field to Vital Pakistan Trust. Throughout his career, he has made significant contributions to the Internal Audit and Advisory Departments of various prominent companies, including Deloitte Pakistan, National Refinery Limited, Al Rashed Group, Pakitex Board Private Limited, and GoTrukker Private Limited.
Senior Manager Grants
Kamran Pyar Ali is the Senior Manager Grants at VITAL Pakistan Trust. He holds an M.S in Project Management, M.B.A in Finance, and a certification in Good Clinical Practice from NCURA (USA). He has over 10 years of experience with Aga Khan University Hospital in various roles. His knowledge of IRB, budgeting, and regulatory compliance (national and international) is impressive, allowing him to ensure full compliance with the policies of both the institution and funding agencies concerning preaward and post-award grants management.
Manager Outreach
Muhammad Anas Khan has an extensive professional background with 12 years of experience in the social sector, working with organizations like UNHCR, AKU, USAID, and NSP. He was the Senior Executive HR in NutriCo Pakistan Private Limited, a business unit of ICI Pakistan Limited, and Team Leader for the Sindh Government's Nutrition Support Program. He is currently the Manager of Outreach in the EPIK Project at VITAL Pakistan Trust. His responsibilities include managing outreach activities and ensuring the project is implemented effectively and efficiently. He also works closely with the Government of Sindh and other stakeholders to strengthen outreach. With his bachelor's and master's degree from the University of Karachi in Public Administration and MS from ILMA Uni, combined with his vast experience in public health, he is a valuable asset to the project and highly dedicated to his work.
Manager Finance
Nousheen Farrukh is a Chartered Accountant ACA from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and an Associate Forensic Accountant (AFA) from the Institute of Forensic Accountants of Pakistan. She has 10 years of diverse working experience in different firms and industries, including external audit, and internal audit Tax, and was associated with Gul Ahmed Electric Limited and Ryan Agencies as Deputy Manager and Manager – Finance, respectively, along with working as Senior Associate at PWC Tax.
Manager Communications
Sadaf Imam is an experienced Communications professional, possessing a Master's degree in Business and Management from the University of Aberdeen, UK, as well as a Bachelor's in Marketing from Southeastern University, Greenwich Campus. With over 20 years of experience in Donor Relations and Communications within the social sector, she has worked with many local and international not-forprofits, such as Marie Stopes Society, Friendship International, CSM (a sister concern of Marie Stopes) and the Education Trust Nasra School. Her people skills make her an invaluable asset to any organization.
Manager Regulatory and Compliance
Shamsa Panjwani oversees ethical compliance, monitors research projects, and provides procedural support to the Ethics Review Committee (ERC). With over 17 years of diverse experience at Aga Khan University in Karachi, Shamsa brings invaluable expertise, having most recently served as the Manager of Research Ethics Compliance and Events. Her journey at Aga Khan University began in 2006, where she excelled in various capacities, including coordinating the NIH Fogarty International Centre Program and managing ethical review approvals for departmental grants. Shamsa holds a Master's degree from Karachi University and has completed relevant training programs at Aga Khan University and SRA International, USA.
Manager Research
Samina has over 7 years of experience in the clinical and public health domains. She holds a master's degree in epidemiology and biostatistics from Aga Khan University, with additional expertise in research methodologies, particularly focusing on maternal and child health, family planning, and immunization. Proficient in project management, stakeholder liaison, and team leadership, Ms. Samina exhibits goal-oriented and interdisciplinary approaches. She is dedicated to adhering to project tracking, crafting monitoring frameworks, and demonstrating a steadfast commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes in dynamic environments.
Senior Manager Data & Digital
Ms. Shaheen brings with her a wealth of experience and expertise in Technical Project Management and Business Intelligence, having pursued her education at Indiana State University and SZABIST. Over the past 7.5 years, she has made significant contributions to organizations such as Aga Khan University and Sindh Microfinance Bank, where she demonstrated her ability to deliver complex projects and solutions with a proven track record of success. Ms. Shaheen's appointment further strengthens our commitment to leveraging data and digital technologies to advance our mission and improve outcomes for the communities we serve.
Administrator-Field Sites
Haroon Masih is a Post RN BScN and a diploma holder in Accidental Emergency from Liaquat University of Medical Health Sciences. Haroon has successfully served AKUH for more than 23 years, over the last 7 years he served as a Clinical Nurse Coordinator. Earlier in his journey he also worked as a Patient Care Coordinator and Senior Team Leader at AKUH. His strength is more towards the administration and coordination side, and he now aims to contribute towards the goals of VPT.
Manager Supply Chain
Hussain Chagani is a highly experienced Supply Chain Professional with a Master's degree in Business and Management in Supply Chain. With over 14 years of diverse experience at Aga Khan University in Karachi, he has gained invaluable expertise, most recently serving as Assistant Manager in the Purchasing & Supply Chain Management Division at AKUH. His journey at Aga Khan University began in 2010, with a strong focus on purchasing. Now, he aims to contribute his expertise to VITAL Pakistan Trust as Manager Supply Chain.
Manager – Business Strategy & Immunization Uptake
Usman Ali Ahmed holds a Master`s degree in Business Administration from the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi. His academic background has equipped him with a strong foundation strategic planning, operations and development management. Usman brings a wealth of experience from the development and public health sectors. He served as Senior Manager - Operations and Growth Initiatives at 1Q Capital Plus, where he led public sector advisory projects aimed at driving sustainable development outcomes. His previous roles include positions at the Sindh Polio Program SHMA, Mux Life, IRD, KSBL, Aman Foundation, Marie Stopes Society, and IBA, reflecting well-rounded implementation, strategy, and stakeholder engagement.