Arafat Safi

Background

About Arafat Safi

Results-oriented ex- diplomat, operations, finance, project management and compliance professional with 17 years’ experience in operations, procurement, financial analysis, forecasting, budget realignment, audit, field office reviews, project start-up and close-out and robust experience in project cost share.> Proven ability to analyze complex information, solve problems effectively, and coach others to sustainable solutions > Experienced in working with large data sets in MS Access using queries and Excel using vlookups, pivot tables, and macros > Exceptional diplomatic skills, adeptly utilizing strategic negotiation and networking abilities to engage with diverse stakeholders, build consensus, and forge impactful alliances for achieving shared objectives in the international arena.> Fluent in five languages (English, Farsi/Dari, Pashtu, Urdu/Hindi) Diplomacy | Operations | Financial Analysis | Audit | Financial Reviews | Compliance | USAID Rules and Regulations | Budget Development/Management | Funder Reporting USG, Private and International | Cost Allowability | Forecasting | Cost Share | Account Reconciliation | Revenue Recognition | Sub-grants Management | Compliance Management | Fluent in five languages.