Board Of Directors
Mr. Rana Abdul Salam
Chairperson
Abdul Salam, with an extensive background in the banking industry spanning 35 years, formerly worked for one of Pakistan's leading banks - Habib Bank Limited. After which, he took on the position of Bursar (Head of Accounts and Finance) at Cadet College Sanghar. His wealth of experience in banking and finance played a critical role in the success of SSF's diverse projects.
Mrs. Zaib Ul Nisa Mallah
VICE Chairperson
Mrs. Zaib Ul Nisa, an esteemed social activist, has dedicated the last 11 years to the betterment of society. Her primary focus is on empowering women and advocating for their human rights. With her extensive knowledge, she can easily understand the changing behaviors of clients and employees, and use that information to develop strategic goals for rural women.
Prof. Mrs. Mumtaz Bano Shaikh
Director
Shaikh has over 25 years of experience in research and impact assessment. She has a Master's degree in Pakistan Studies, as well as Bachelor's degrees in Economics and Sociology. Her contributions in the field of research on community development, social development, and socio-economic impacts have been significant. Her expertise has been instrumental in helping SSF develop institutional strategies for rural communities and economies.
Mr. Iqbal Hussain
Director
Mr. Iqbal Memon's vast experience in business management and banking relationships, he provides invaluable insights to SSF. His extensive knowledge of credit behavior and client interactions has helped SSF navigate the complexities of the banking industry. His technical and professional expertise has not only helped SSF understand the intricacies of business dynamics, but also strengthened their relationships with banking institutions.
Prof. Dr. Shoukat Ali Abro
Director
Mr. Abro, a seasoned expert with over 17 years of experience in climate change and soil health. With his extensive knowledge in soil fertility, quality, and crop production, he has become a valuable asset to the agricultural industry. Additionally, as a bi-products practitioner, he has conducted various research studies which have proven beneficial to local farmers and growers. At Safco, Mr. Abro utilizes his versatile experience in product development and understanding climate effects in both rural and urban economies.
Prof. Dr. Ghulam Ali Jariko
Director
Mr. Jariko's expertise is invaluable in the field of economics and applied research. With over 26 years of experience and a PhD in Research and Development Management from the University of Sindh, as well as an MSC in Agriculture Economics from Wye College University of London, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. His financial and economic background enables him to provide valuable input and contributions to SAFCO in areas such as effective risk management, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting the macroeconomic impacts on the sector. Additionally, he plays a key role in the development of long-term sustainable measures that will ensure the success of SAFCO in the future.
Dr. Suleman G Abro
Founder SSF / Director
Mr. Suleman G. Abro is a Senior Microfinance and Rural Development professional with more than 37 years of experience in managing organizations and multiple tasks of Rural Development Initiatives which include inclusive microfinance. He started his career as a volunteer and currently working as Chief Executive in SAFCO Support Foundation. He is a founder member of Pakistan Microfinance Network, Pakistan (PMN). He also represented the sector at different national and international professional trainings/courses, workshops, seminars, and international conferences throughout the world.
Mr. Bashir Ahmed
CEO SSF / Director
Mr. Basheer Ahmed has been serving as Head of Business Operations at SAFCO Support Foundation since the last 11 years and leading the microfinance business by looking overall operational network. He is managing SAFCO microfinance portfolio with remarkable expansion and growth. He has been involved in various strategic planning and execution assignments in key sectors i.e. community mobilizations, training and development, Financial Inclusion and Risk Management. He has played the key leadership role in implementing the DFS with in SAFCO Support Foundation which has resulted in tremendous growth and major contribution towards financial inclusion in microfinance industry.