About Us
Who We Are
At TAZHAR Consulting, our focus is on people – ranging from our in-house expertise and a pool of international consultants to the local end recipients of our initiatives and partnerships. We pride ourselves on being a born-global company, capable of delivering a wide spectrum of services across the world by leveraging diverse experiences and extensive network.
Our Services
Economic Growth
Private Sector Development
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Business Enabling Environment: Providing technical assistance, policy advice, and capacity building to governments/organizations.
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Entrepreneurship: Developing and implementing startups, MSMEs and private sector growth strategies.
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Market and Sectoral Assessments: Supporting markets and sectors that promote economic stability & growth.
Talent Aquisition
Brain Drain to Brain Gain
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Strategic Recruitment Advisory: Designing talent pipelines that align with market demands & clients' needs.
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Diaspora Engagement: Reintegrating skilled professionals from abroad through targeted incentives, remote work models, and re-skilling programs.
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Workforce Localization: Supporting organizations in building local capacity.
Research & Education Prgm
Knowledge to Empower
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Education Systems and Policy Design: Improving access, quality, & equity in education systems.
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Qualitative/Quantitative Research: Producing evidence-based insights to guide decision-making for impact.
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Community-Centered Solutions: Designing & implementing context-responsive interventions that foster long-term sustainability.
M&EL
Data-Driven Insights
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Impact Measurement Frameworks: Designing MEL systems that capture outcomes, not just outputs.
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Third-Party Evaluations: Providing objective assessments for donors, implementers, and policymakers.
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Knowledge Management: Transforming data into actionable insights to inform future programming and interventions.
Philosophy
Our Approach
Thinking Globally, means embracing a broad perspective and understanding the interconnected nature of the world. To empower organizations across borders by delivering locally adapted, globally informed solutions that drive sustainable results, foster strategic partnerships, and elevate human potential.
Acting Locally, requires a deep understanding and respect for the unique characteristics of each market. This includes tailoring approaches to align with local preferences and regulations – whether it’s navigating cultural nuances, complying with legal frameworks, or building resilient communities to bring about meaningful change.
Our Core Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Our team of experts provides a holistic approach to optimize operations and ensure sustainable outcomes through bringing context-aware knowledge and international best practices to every project. We offer tailored solutions in diverse markets to address
your specific needs and achieve measurable results.
Managing Director
Suleman Fatimie
Suleman Fatimie is an experienced professional in organizational transformation and private sector development. Spanning over two decades, his journey has seen him at the helm of key executive positions in prominent organizations. He has implemented innovative initiatives aimed at empowering businesses and developing talent through training and coaching/mentoring programs.
Senior Director - Operations
Shakib Noori
Shakib Noori brings a diverse background in private sector development, international economic policy, and institutional reform, along with extensive experience managing complex projects in challenging environments. With more than 15 years of hands-on work in contracting, proposal management, and program development, he has successfully led winning proposals for clients and international aid organizations.
Senior Director - Strategy & Project Mgt
Junaid Rathor
Junaid Rathor is an international business strategist with 20+ years of experience in development, advisory, and investment. With top-tier academic credentials and cross-sector leadership, he drives growth, transformation, and sustainable impact through strategic insight, team building, and inclusive engagement across complex international markets.
Senior Manager - Research & Education Program
Palwasha Mirbacha
Palwasha Mirbacha is an education economist and development practitioner with nearly two decades of experience across South Asia, primarily with the World Bank. With a proven track record of technical and analytical publications on education, she also brings extensive expertise in survey design and implementation, including tool development and qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Senior Manager - Monitoring & Evaluation
Hamed Seddiqi
Hamed Seddiqi is a Monitoring and Evaluation expert with over 22 years of experience leading the design and implementation of M&E systems for complex, multi-donor programmes. He specializes in developing evidence-based frameworks, conducting evaluations, and generating actionable insights to strengthen accountability and impact.
Senior Management & Program Analyst
Marzia Faraz
Marzia Faraz is a seasoned program management, project design and monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) professional with over 13 years of experience supporting foreign assistance and international development programs in austere, high-threat environments. She is skilled in translating complex data into knowledge that promotes learning and strategic decision-making.
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Senior Advisor - Inclusive Economic Growth
Susan Slomback
Susan Slomback is a visionary executive and business development expert with over 25 years of experience advancing international development and inclusive economic growth programs across South and Central Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. She has led multi-million-dollar initiatives focused on market competitiveness, private sector development, and institutional performance.
Project Manager
Ikram Sharifi
Ikram Sharifi is an internationally certified SIYB trainer and a dynamic professional in business development and organizational management, with over 8 years of experience in project management and SME growth training initiatives across Afghanistan. He has also developed comprehensive HR policies and strategic resource plans for diverse projects.
