Hasnat Johnson

Background

About Hasnat Johnson

Experience in leading the design, implementation and management of international and humanitarian programmes, public engagement, and advocacy and campaigning work with a focus on women’s rights and gender equality over multiple countries. Strong background in people management, including hiring humanitarian staff (both local and expat), developing job descriptions, mentoring and supporting, answering staff inquiries regarding work, managing staff performance, and ensuring well being of the team. Successfully raised large funds for campaigns and advocacy and humanitarian work. Proven capacity to develop and implement rigorous monitoring, evaluation and learning processes including experience in Result-Based Management. Experience in designing successful funding proposals and working with various foundations and international donors: Global Affairs Canada, Aga Khan, Gates Foundation, Tide Canada Foundation, Walton Foundation, European Union, Department of International Development (DfID Uk), USAID, SIDA, etc. Proven influencing and negotiating skills with internal and external audiences. Ability to build and maintain good relations with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent planning, coordination and prioritization skills and proven capacity to undertake varied tasks to tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, oral, group facilitation) which allows me to communicate complex issues to various audiences. Fluent in four languages: French, Hindi, Bengali and English Personal Traits: good problem solver, enjoy challenges, ability to work both independently and in team.