Obun2
Obun2 is an innovative initiative that provides expertise in the application of knowledge base management in the field of child rights and human rights.
Obun2 is a research and development company registered by Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan. The Obun2 team consists of full-time staff, advisors, consultants with extensive experience in the human rights field, communication specialists, lawyers and IT experts. Obun2 maintains close liaison with government agencies at federal and provincial levels.
Our Team
Qindeel Shujaat- Executive Director
Qindeel Shujaat has more than twenty-four years of experience in the fields of children's rights, labour rights, human rights and corporate investment and has had the opportunity to lead organisations at the national and international levels. Mr. Shujaat led SPARC as Executive Director, Child Rights Legal Centre as Executive Director, C2B Asia Co., Ltd. as Managing Director and Maple Voyage (Co.,) Ltd. as Managing Director. He has also served as Technical Advisor to the National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC) of the Government of Pakistan, Director of Programmes at Solidarity Center (Amercian Center for International Labor Solidarity), Manager Operations and Manager Communications at Sahil. He has also conducted some leading research on children's rights for the Government of Pakistan, UN and non-governmental organisations in Pakistan.
Sadia Atta- Advisor Youth and Children Affairs
Sadia Atta is an advisor with expertise in youth, child protection and programme management. She has worked as a programme specialist, programme analyst and programme manager with UNFPA in Pakistan and abroad. She is credited for initiating youth policies in various provinces of Pakistan, which have already been adopted by the provinces of Punjab, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. She has also worked for Action Aid and Sahil and is one of the pioneers who developed child safety content at Sahil addressing the issue of child sexual abuse.
Maryam Jawaid - Development and Communications Advisor
Maryam Jawaid has an educational background in business and law and practical experience in project management, development/design, management and implementation of effective communication strategies. She has worked for National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC), Legal Oracles, Attorney General Islamabad High Court, Competititve Support Fund (a project of USAID, GoP), Midas Advertising and Communication and Dopasi Foundation. She has proven experience in managing successful projects and promotional campaigns for various public and private sectors, with special interest in research on development issues.
Nabya Shahid- Media Advisor
Nabya Shahid is a journalist and has worked for various leading channels such as SAMAA TV and HUM NEWS, where she covered current affairs in the fields of politics, international relations, economy, social affairs and parliamentary affairs. She also writes for news web portals and has a background in mass communication. Nabya has also worked with the National Commission on the Rights of Child on the UNICEF project as a Communications Officer, and has also supported the SDG Task Force on Goal 5 on Gender Quality through the development of action plans at the national level as a Programme Associate of the Parliamentary Task Force on SDGS.
Sajjad Hussain- Financial Advisor
Sajjad Hussain Bakhtiaree has a wealth of experience and qualifications in the field of financial management and accounting. With more than 24 years of experience in both the public and corporate sectors, as well as with national and international funding agencies, he has a good understanding of financial practices and regulations in various industries and regions. He has expertise in areas such as treasury investments, financial reporting, grant management, administration, procurement, investment management and internal control audits. He is a member of professional organisations in Pakistan such as the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Pakistan (CPAP).
Sidra Haya Ali-Qazalbash - Legal Advisor
Sidra Haya Ali-Qazalbash is a lawyer, currently serving as a Legal Advisor at Obun2. She holds an undergraduate degree in LLB Hons (Bachelor of Laws) from the University of London. She plays an important role in providing legal expertise and conducting legal research on contemporary issues related to child and human rights in Pakistan. She monitors Pakistan's compliance with international treaties and oversees the compilation and analysis of laws and policies.
Javeria Khan- Research Associate
Javeria Khan is a dynamic Research Associate at Obun2. She brings a wealth of experience and expertise in Public Policy and Research . At the forefront of her responsibilities is the task of enriching the company's repository with carefully researched information on human rights and child rights. With a keen eye for detail, she ensures that our research outputs meet the highest standards of accuracy and relevance.
Zoha Faiz- Research Coordinator
Zoha Faiz works as a research coordinator with a strong academic background. Zoha holds a psychology degree from Üsküdar University in Istanbul, Turkey, and is an Erasmus+ Alumni from the University of Economics and Social Sciences in Warsaw, Poland. She brings a global perspective to her work. She passionately integrates her psychological expertise into her work, focusing on eradicating child labour through innovative research and advocacy initiatives.
Azmat Habeeb - Senior Web Content Officer
Azmat Habeeb is working as a Senior Web Content Officer. He is an experienced IT professional specializing in web content management and publishing bringing over five years of extensive experience in content management. At Obun2, Azmat is responsible for managing the company's main portals and ensuring that all content meets the highest standards of quality and relevance. His role extends to optimizing existing content and overseeing the company's social media handles, ensuring a cohesive and engaging digital presence.
Muhammad Talha Chughtai - Finance/Admin Officer
Muhammad Talha is serving as a Finance/Admin Officer at Obun2. He manages the company's financial activities, including budgeting, recording financial transactions, preparing financial statements, reporting to partners/donors, and ensuring accuracy in financial documents. Additionally, he oversees all administrative activities in his role.