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Meet Afsheen Iftikhar – a Transformational Global HR Leader and Regional Head of Human Resources for Pakistan and India ...
11/09/2026

Meet Afsheen Iftikhar – a Transformational Global HR Leader and Regional Head of Human Resources for Pakistan and India at WestPoint Home, with over 20 years of experience building and transforming HR functions across global organizations.

A full-stack business partner, leadership facilitator, and GDEIB Practitioner, Afsheen has partnered with executive leadership teams to lead organizational change, develop leaders, strengthen culture, and improve business performance across Pakistan, India, the United States, China, Bahrain, and the United Kingdom.

Her journey is remarkable – from initiating HR operations at Softech Systems to leading strategic HR at Systems Limited, Accountancy Outsourcing Services, and Stewart Pakistan, where she spent over 8 years driving progressive companywide HR solutions. Today at WestPoint Home, she leads strategic people initiatives spanning organizational design, performance management, culture, governance, HR technology, leadership development, and employee experience.

What sets Afsheen apart is her belief that HR creates its greatest value when it enables business strategy, develops capable leaders, and builds cultures where people and performance grow together. Beyond her corporate role, she is passionate about developing leaders through speaking engagements, universities, Toastmasters, and community initiatives – actively mentoring professionals and students to strengthen communication, leadership, and career readiness.

As a Global Director of Learning and Development at the Artificial Intelligence Community of Pakistan and Co-Founder of Techtitans Pakistan, she continues to shape the future of leadership across industries.

In a rapidly evolving global landscape, Afsheen Iftikhar stands as a trusted voice and a true champion of transformational leadership, inclusive cultures, and people-first growth.

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Meet Sawaira Rashid – a Strategic HR Leader and Human Resource Manager at Computer Support Professionals, with over 5 ye...
10/09/2026

Meet Sawaira Rashid – a Strategic HR Leader and Human Resource Manager at Computer Support Professionals, with over 5 years of experience driving organizational growth and building high-performing teams across Karachi's dynamic business landscape.

With a proven track record spanning leadership roles at Quickers Venture, ICT Systems Pvt Ltd, and Ecommerce Inside, Sawaira has built a reputation as a dedicated HR professional who aligns HR strategies with business objectives. Her expertise covers the full spectrum of HR – from talent acquisition, employee engagement, and performance management to HR policies, compliance, payroll, and HR analytics.

What sets Sawaira apart is her hands-on approach to problem-solving and her passion for building strong relationships across all levels of an organization. She has successfully led end-to-end recruitment processes, designed performance management systems, and implemented training programs that empower employees and enhance productivity. Her expertise in employer branding and crafting competitive compensation structures has been instrumental in attracting and retaining top talent.

In a rapidly evolving professional landscape, Sawaira Rashid stands as a trusted voice and a true champion of talent, culture, and organizational success.

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Meet Haleema Saeed – a Senior Manager Talent Acquisition at Superior University, with over 6 years of experience in AI-d...
09/09/2026

Meet Haleema Saeed – a Senior Manager Talent Acquisition at Superior University, with over 6 years of experience in AI-driven tech recruitment, full-cycle hiring, and HR automation, having successfully placed 850+ professionals across diverse roles.

With a proven track record of building and optimizing end-to-end hiring functions, Haleema has built a reputation as a strategic recruitment leader who goes beyond traditional hiring. Her journey spans leadership roles at Devsinc, Cogent Labs, Nextbridge Ltd., and now Superior University – where she leads talent acquisition, implements AI-enabled recruitment automation using tools like n8n, Claude, DeepSeek, and ChatGPT, and drives data-driven hiring strategies that deliver measurable results.

What sets Haleema apart is her ability to remove chaos, introduce structure, and make hiring measurable and repeatable. She has onboarded 200+ resources at Devsinc, achieved a 97% offer acceptance rate, led and scaled teams of recruiters, and implemented end-to-end process optimizations that reduced hiring cycles significantly. Her expertise spans technical recruitment across Full Stack, AI/ML, Cloud, DevOps, QA, Product & Design, as well as non-tech roles in Operations, Revenue & Growth, Marketing, Finance, and Leadership.

In a rapidly evolving global landscape, Haleema Saeed stands as a trusted voice and a true champion of talent, innovation, and digital HR transformation.

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Meet Kashmala Wajid – a dedicated and results-driven HR Head with over 8 years of experience in the IT sector, passionat...
08/09/2026

Meet Kashmala Wajid – a dedicated and results-driven HR Head with over 8 years of experience in the IT sector, passionate about fostering positive workplace cultures, driving employee engagement, and aligning HR strategies with organizational goals.

Currently serving as Head of Human Resources at BiTech Pvt Ltd, Kashmala leads the overall HR strategy and operations to support the company's growth in the technology sector. Her journey spans leadership roles at Alam Digital HQ, Dev Sky, and Worldpharmapk – where she has honed her skills in talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, and HR operations. She holds a professional degree from NUST Business School and is pursuing her second master's degree in Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM).

What sets Kashmala apart is her ability to blend strategic HR leadership with hands-on ex*****on. She oversees the complete employee lifecycle – from talent acquisition and onboarding to performance management, employee engagement, policy development, and compliance. Her focus on building strong organizational cultures and implementing modern HR practices has contributed significantly to the growth and success of the organizations she has been part of.

In a rapidly evolving corporate landscape, Kashmala Wajid stands as a trusted voice and a true champion of talent, culture, and innovation.

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Meet Sara Ashraf – an HR Manager and Global Recruitment Specialist with 5 years of experience, helping startups and grow...
01/09/2026

Meet Sara Ashraf – an HR Manager and Global Recruitment Specialist with 5 years of experience, helping startups and growing companies hire smarter, scale faster, and build cultures that last.

Currently serving as Human Resources Manager at SOCGuardians Ltd, Sara has built a reputation as a strategic HR professional who excels at sourcing top talent for technical, non-technical, and medical roles across global markets. Her journey spans leadership roles at BIG IMMERSIVE, CodeFulcrum, TechnoGenics, Torque360 Inc., and now SOCGuardians Ltd – where she manages full-cycle recruitment, policy development, performance evaluations, and team building.

What sets Sara apart is her ability to turn hiring into a competitive advantage. She specializes in end-to-end tech recruitment across MERN, Python, DevOps, QA, UI/UX, Cybersecurity, and niche high-impact roles including Blockchain, AI, SOC, Pentesting, and SecOps. Her expertise in building HR policies, OKRs, and performance systems, combined with her hands-on experience in employee relations and engagement, makes her a trusted partner to both leadership and teams.

In a rapidly evolving global landscape, Sara Ashraf stands as a trusted voice and a true champion of talent, culture, and organizational growth.

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Meet Maham Saeed – a Talent Acquisition Manager at Systems Limited, with a proven track record of multi-region hiring, s...
31/08/2026

Meet Maham Saeed – a Talent Acquisition Manager at Systems Limited, with a proven track record of multi-region hiring, strategic recruitment, and talent business partnering across Pakistan's leading tech organizations.

With an MBA in Human Resources Management and extensive experience at Confiz and Devsinc, Maham has built a reputation as a results-driven recruitment professional who leads end-to-end hiring operations for international clients. Currently managing recruitment for a UK-based telecommunications client, Lebara, she ensures high-quality talent delivery across diverse roles while collaborating with senior stakeholders to design hiring strategies and learning initiatives that align workforce planning with business objectives.

What sets Maham apart is her ability to act as a strategic Talent Business Partner – streamlining recruitment workflows, reducing time-to-hire by 25%, and building talent pipelines across emerging markets including Egypt and India. Her expertise spans technical recruitment across AI/ML, PHP/Laravel, ReactJS, Python/Django, MERN, MEAN, .Net, UI/UX, and more, using tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Workable, and various sourcing platforms.

In a rapidly evolving global landscape, Maham Saeed stands as a trusted voice and a true champion of talent, innovation, and cross-border recruitment excellence.

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🚀 WE'RE SHARING AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY – SOFTWARE ENGINEER - REACT & NODE!We are sharing an exciting opportunity for a ...
27/08/2026

🚀 WE'RE SHARING AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY – SOFTWARE ENGINEER - REACT & NODE!

We are sharing an exciting opportunity for a Software Engineer - React & Node to join a professional team in Islamabad. If you have the required skills and experience, we'd love to hear from you!

🏢 Company: AKSA-SDS
💼 Job Role: Software Engineer - React & Node
📍 Location: Islamabad (Onsite)
🕒 Job Type: Full-Time
📅 Experience: 2–4 Years
🎓 Qualification: BS - CS / SE / IT
📊 Positions: 01
📩 Apply: [email protected]
📌 Sponsored by: ICR Solutions
✍️ Post Credit: Sawaira Qureshi
🌐 IT Career Rise: www.itcareerrise.com

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
✅ Develop and maintain modern, responsive web applications using React.js
✅ Convert UI/UX designs into high-quality, responsive interfaces
✅ Implement application state management using Redux Toolkit, React Query, or similar technologies
✅ Write clean, reusable, well-structured, and maintainable code
✅ Participate in code reviews and follow established coding standards
✅ Write unit and integration tests where required
✅ Contribute to technical documentation and frontend best practices
✅ Continuously evaluate and adopt relevant modern frontend technologies

MUST HAVE SKILLS:
✅ Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+)
✅ Good knowledge of TypeScript
✅ Experience with Redux / Redux Toolkit
✅ Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design
✅ Good understanding of Git and GitHub/GitLab
✅ Understanding of frontend performance optimization
✅ Strong hands-on experience with React.js
✅ Strong understanding of React Hooks and component architecture
✅ Experience with REST APIs and asynchronous programming
✅ Experience with Tailwind CSS, Material UI, or similar UI frameworks
✅ Experience with npm/yarn and modern frontend tooling

GOOD TO HAVE:
➕ Next.js
➕ Vue
➕ CI/CD pipelines
➕ WebSockets or real-time applications
➕ SEO and Core Web Vitals
➕ Integrating AI APIs or AI-powered features

BENEFITS:
✅ Health Benefits
✅ Life Insurance
✅ Company Provided Lunch
✅ Subsidized Transport
✅ Subsidized Gym Membership
✅ Smart Saver

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Meet Abdul Satar – better known as AB Star, a passionate sports lover, dedicated cricket promoter, and a wonderful perso...
27/08/2026

Meet Abdul Satar – better known as AB Star, a passionate sports lover, dedicated cricket promoter, and a wonderful personality from Buner who has become a household name in local cricket.

Professionally associated with the Health Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Abdul Satar's heart beats for cricket – especially tape-ball cricket. His tireless efforts to promote the game and provide opportunities to young and emerging players have earned him immense respect among the local sports community. From organizing cricket tournaments to creating platforms where youngsters can showcase their skills, his contribution to the game has been truly remarkable.

What sets AB Star apart is his genuine passion for the game and his willingness to work behind the scenes – investing his time and energy to keep the spirit of local cricket alive. He has played an important role in giving local cricket greater recognition, encouraging young players, and supporting initiatives for better sporting opportunities and facilities in the area.

In a world that often overlooks grassroots sports, Abdul Satar stands as a beacon of dedication, love, and service to the game. Buner cricket is fortunate to have passionate individuals like him who continue to serve the game and open doors for the next generation.

May Allah bless him with continued success and give him even more opportunities to serve cricket, sports, and the youth of Buner.

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Meet Muhammad Shafiq Khan – a passionate educationist, scholar, and Director of Aisha Model School & College Budal, who ...
27/08/2026

Meet Muhammad Shafiq Khan – a passionate educationist, scholar, and Director of Aisha Model School & College Budal, who has dedicated his life to education, growth, and community service.

With a heart for nurturing young minds and creating better opportunities for the younger generation, Muhammad Shafiq Khan has built a reputation as one of the most humble, kind, and respected personalities in Buner. His journey as a scholar pursuing MS Management Sciences at the University of Buner reflects his commitment to continuous learning and his belief that education is the foundation of a better society.

What truly sets him apart is his dedication to Aisha Model School & College Budal – he has given everything to the institution, working tirelessly to promote quality education and build a legacy of excellence. His vision extends beyond the classroom, focusing on community development, security, and the future of youth.

In a world that often needs more light, Muhammad Shafiq Khan stands as a beacon of humility, kindness, and positive change. His passion for serving people and contributing positively to society is truly admirable.

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Meet Zainab Khan – a seasoned HR professional and Talent Acquisition Specialist with over a decade of experience in head...
27/08/2026

Meet Zainab Khan – a seasoned HR professional and Talent Acquisition Specialist with over a decade of experience in headhunting, employee relations, engagement, and HR operations across diverse industries.

Currently serving as Talent Research Partner at Web Cube Technologies, Zainab has built a reputation as a strategic HR leader who excels at resource planning, recruitment, selection, and orientation. Her journey spans leadership roles at Maanz AI, where she served as Senior Human Resources Manager and Associate Manager Human Resources – managing full-cycle staffing, timely payroll processing, performance tracking, employer branding, and grievance handling.

What sets Zainab apart is her people-first approach, shaped by her early career as a primary class teacher in schools. This unique background strengthened her ability to communicate clearly, manage diverse personalities, and foster supportive learning and working environments – making her a trusted HR partner who builds cultures where people thrive.

With experience spanning NIB Bank, PICIC Bank, and now the tech sector, Zainab brings a well-rounded perspective to HR, combining operational excellence with strategic insight.

In a rapidly evolving professional landscape, Zainab Khan stands as a trusted voice and a true champion of talent, culture, and organizational growth.

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