Meet the Team

WHO WE ARE

Welcome to the powerhouse behind the scenes at the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)! Our team is a vibrant mosaic of professionals hailing from diverse backgrounds and nationalities, united by a common passion for addressing the most pressing global challenges. As Advisors specializing in a myriad of thematic areas such as the world drug problem, organized crime, terrorism, corruption, and more, we bring a wealth of expertise and experience to the forefront of our operations. Complementing our thematic experts, our core team comprises dedicated individuals managing crucial functions including finance and oversight, human resources, communications, monitoring and evaluation, and procurement. Together, we form a cohesive unit committed to advancing the UNODC's mission of fostering security, justice, and integrity worldwide.

Programme Advisors

Arsalan Malik
Arsalan Malik
Advisor, Criminal Justice System and Legal Reforms
Jeptum Bargoria
Jeptum Bargoria
Head of Sub-Office in Sindh & Advisor, Transnational Organized Crime and Border Management
Shakhrukh Ishankhodjaev
Shakhrukh Ishankhodjaev
Programme Management Officer & Advisor, Drug Demand Reduction and HIV/AIDS
Syed Arslan Zaidi
Syed Arslan Zaidi
Advisor, Preventing and Countering Terrorism

CORE TEAM

Ahmed Saud
Ahmed Saud
Security Officer
Bushra Hussain
Bushra Hussain
Procurement Officer
Nasima Naz
Nasima Naz
Finance and Oversight Manager
Rizwana Rahool
Rizwana Rahool
Advocacy & Communication Officer
Shahid Zareen Khattak
Shahid Zareen Khattak
HR Manager
Sofia Sultan
Sofia Sultan
M&E Officer
Waheeda Khalique
Waheeda Khalique
Executive Assistant

Regional & Global Programmes

Muhammad Amin
Muhammad Amin
Programme Officer, Regional Programme for Afghanistan and Neighbouring Countries
Saad Ayub
Saad Ayub
Programme Officer, eLearning
Pooyan Shateri Kashi
Shahrukh Mehboob Khan
Training Officer, Container Control Programme
Our Story
Our Story!
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Gender Equality
Gender Equality
Human Rights
Human Rights
Disability Inclusion
Disability Inclusion