Mateeullah Ahmadi
Head of Administrative Department
Highest degree :
Masters
Field of study :
Business Administration
Location :
Afghanistan
Citizenships :
Afghan
Experience :
10 Year(s)
Countries :
Afghanistan
Gender :
Male
Sectors :
Administration and Finance
Budgeting
Project management and Coordination
Monitoring and evaluation
Mateeullah Abdulrahimzai is a PMP-certified Project Management Specialist with 10+ years’ experience in donor-funded programs, humanitarian response, and PMO leadership. Holding an MBA and a Master’s in Rural Development, he has managed large-scale projects with USAID, World Bank, UNWFP, and HESSO, delivering sustainable results through strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
Senior Financial Management Coordinator
Afghanistan
DABS-World Bank
December 2020
-October 2021
As Senior Financial Management Coordinator, I led financial planning, budgeting, and reporting for donor-funded projects, ensuring full compliance with USAID, World Bank, and UN regulations. I oversaw accounting systems, audits, and internal controls, while tracking expenditures and preparing timely financial reports for management and donors. I trained and supervised finance teams, built staff capacity in compliance and budget management, and acted as the focal point for financial coordination with donors, partners, and government entities.
HR and Admin Specialist
Afghanistan
DABS-USAID
December 2017
-December 2020
oversaw the mission’s administrative, financial, and human resources functions, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and local legislation. I defined and implemented HR frameworks, procedures, and policies, while recruiting, training, and managing the administrative team. I coordinated financial management activities including budgeting, accounting, reporting, audits, and donor compliance, while monitoring the evolving legal environment to align operations with official guidelines. I represented the organization with donors, liaised with INGO counterparts, and provided technical support to operational teams on HR and financial matters, strengthening overall mission performance.
HR and Admin Officer
Afghanistan
DHL Global
August 2015
-November 2017
Managed the organization’s administrative, financial, and human resources operations, ensuring full compliance with donor regulations, internal policies, and local legislation. I developed and implemented HR frameworks, procedures, and policies, while overseeing recruitment, training, and performance management of staff. I directed financial management functions including budgeting, accounting, donor reporting, audits, and contract compliance, while monitoring legal developments to keep operations aligned with official guidelines. I represented the organization in donor meetings and inter-agency coordination forums, and provided technical guidance to program teams on HR and financial management, strengthening efficiency and accountability across the mission.
Team Leader
Afghanistan
IDS Hamkaar - UNWFP
November 2021
-May 2023
As a Team Leader, I managed the full project lifecycle from planning and execution to monitoring and closure, creating detailed project plans, defining objectives, timelines, and deliverables, and designing work breakdown structures to ensure smooth implementation. I guided and motivated team members by clarifying roles and responsibilities, fostering collaboration, and enhancing overall performance. Acting as the primary liaison with donors, government bodies, and community beneficiaries, I ensured transparent communication, alignment with organizational goals, and strong stakeholder engagement. I also championed gender equality and social inclusion by integrating policies that supported the economic empowerment of marginalized groups within project activities.
Finance and Admin Manager
Afghanistan
HESSO Afghanistan
May 2023
-Present
Oversaw financial management, HR, and administrative operations, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, national legislation, and organizational policies. I managed budgeting, accounting, audits, and reporting, while leading payroll, recruitment, and staff performance management. I supervised administrative systems, logistics, and support services, and acted as the focal point for coordination with donors, auditors, and government authorities to strengthen transparency, efficiency, and accountability across the mission.
Master of Arts Rural Development
India
Indra Gandhi National University
August 2022
-August 2025
Master of Arts in Rural Development, focused on sustainable development, community empowerment, project planning, and policy analysis, with emphasis on improving livelihoods and fostering inclusive rural growth.
Master of Business Administration
Afghanistan
Bakhtar University
March 2017
-April 2019
Gained comprehensive expertise in management, finance, marketing, and organizational leadership, with a strong focus on strategic planning and project management. Developed advanced skills in business analysis, budgeting, and performance evaluation, enabling effective decision-making in complex and fast-changing environments. The program emphasized leadership, problem-solving, and innovation, preparing me to manage diverse teams, optimize organizational resources, and deliver sustainable growth in both corporate and development sectors.
Project Management Professional
Afghanistan
PMI
2024
Earned globally recognized certification demonstrating advanced knowledge and expertise in project management methodologies, frameworks, and best practices. Skilled in leading end-to-end project lifecycles, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, with emphasis on scope, time, cost, quality, risk, and stakeholder management. Strengthened ability to deliver complex, multi-stakeholder projects on time, within budget, and in alignment with organizational and donor requirements.