BANK OF AZAD JAMMU & KASHMIR - Key Persons

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• Member of the Board of Directors

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• Member of the Management Team
• Divisional Head Information Technology Division

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• Chairman of the Board of Directors
• Minister Finance & Cooperatives / Chairman

Khan Abdul Majid Khan is currently Minister for Finance & Cooperatives of the State of AJ&K and is also Chairman Board of Directors of Bank of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Mr. Khan belongs to a respectable and reputable family having deep political links to Pakistan/Kashmir politics since time tracing back to independence days. Having diverse political career and experience with more than 16 years of struggle in the political arena of Azad Jammu & Kashmir he successfuly elected for four successive times by winning four consecutive AJK General Elections since 2006. Khan Abdul Majid Khan holds a Bachelors degree of Political Science, History and also LLB from University of Punjab. Previously, the Honorable Minister also successfully handled the portfolio of Rehabilitation, AKMIDC, Population Welfare, Information (Media), Agriculture, Livestock & Minerals in Govt. of AJK. He also remained Advisor to Prime Minister AJK on TEVTA and Information Technology. Mr. Khan has represented Kashmir issue at various international forums such as European Parliament, House of Lords, UK and Human Rights Commission. He also was part of dialogue on Kashmir issue in USA, Turkey and France. Mr. Khan being a young and energetic political figure also remained member of major Standing Committees of AJ&K Assembly pertaining to Finance, Planning & Development, LG&RD, S&GAD, C&W, Law, Food Department and also Public Accounts Committee (PAC), GoAJ&K. He also chaired Higher Education Commission, GoAJ&K.

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• Member of the Management Team
• Divisional Head Special Asset Management Division

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• Member of the Management Team
• Divisional Head Credit Administration and Risk Management Division

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• Member of the Management Team
• Divisional Head Credit Management Division

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• Director
• Fellow
• Secretary Finance / Government of Azad Jammu & Kashmir

Mr. Islam Zaib, currently posted as Secretary Finance Government of AJK, is a Federal Civil Servant from Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS). He has over twenty-two years of work experience at different key positions in the Federal Government, the Provincial Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and erstwhile FATA (Federally Administered Tribal Areas). His professional career includes both field and secretariat level positions in different public sector organizations. He has worked in areas of Immigration & Passport, Economic Affairs, Planning & Development, Public Financial Management (PFM), Law Enforcement, Governance including Local Governance, Public Policy and Service Delivery at National, Provincial and District levels. Having experience of working with different tiers of the Government, Mr. Zaib is well versed with the procedures at all levels of the Government and the Parliamentary Affairs. Mr. Islam Zaib is a fellow of Hubert H. Humphrey in Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration from University of Syracuse, New York State. He also holds a certificate of Advanced Studies in Public Administration from Maxwell School of Citizenship, University of Syracuse, New York State and MBA (Public Service) - International Department for Development (IDD) from University of Birmingham, United Kingdom.

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• Member of the Management Team
• Chief Compliance Officer, Compliance Division

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• Chairman
• Director
• Social Worker
• Founder President and Ex - CEO

Mubashar Nabi is Founder President and Ex-CEO of ACT. With a vast and diversified background of 30 years of experience and contributed to policy work and designed & piloted number of national programs & development initiatives across Pakistan & AJ&K. He has almost 30 years' experience on his credit with exclusive thirteen years practical understanding of working with international and national organizations aiming at poverty alleviation through community mobilization. He specializes in the field of community mobilization with special perspective of forming institutions, linking them up with donor organizations and facilitating the BODs of these institutions to envision from the perspective of institutional development in their local perspective. Being an associate of MDF Holland, Mr. Nabi had contributed widely to strengthening national & regional level institutions through capacity building initiatives linked with microfinance and infrastructure development including TRDP, MRDP, SAFCOW, JWS, IRC, BRSP, KWO, WWOP, HRDN, etc. He had initiated, implemented and managed large projects funded by UNDP, WB, WFP, UNICEF, DIFD, USAID and Save the Children (US & UK). He was also part of the formation of Human Resource Development Network which sets a milestone in the history of capacity building endeavors in the country. His special interest revolves around Institutional Development & Organizational Strengthening, Leadership Management, Social mobilization, Capacity Building, Program Management and Innovate divergent programs in the field of poverty alleviation, microfinance, disaster preparedness, livelihood, social sector, reconstruction and social mobilization.

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• Member of the Management Team
• Divisional Head

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• Director
• Secretary Law Justice, Parliamentary Affairs & Human Rights Deptt

Mr. Muhammad Sajjad started his Career as Civil Judge in 2006 with a passion for fair and efficient dispute resolution, proficient for applying the law to uphold justice. In 2021, promoted to the esteemed position of District & Sessions Judge, unveil his experience and expertise in the Legal Domain. Mr. Muhammad Sajjad served in three Division of Azad Kashmir District Haveli, Kotli and Muzaffarabad. Due to his diverse legal capabilities he had honor to serve as Judge Ehtesab Court Mirpur in 2023, having powers of Banking Court. From March 2024 his services has been hired by the Government of AJ&K as Secretary Law, Justice, Parliamentary Affairs and Human Rights.

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• Member of the Management Team
• Divisional Head Commercial & Retail Banking Division

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• CEO
• Member of the Management Team
• President
• Chief Financial Officer, Finance Control Division

Mr. Shahid Shehzad Mir is a seasoned banking professional with an illustrious career spanning several key leadership roles within the financial sector. Currently serving as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of The Bank of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, he brings a wealth of expertise in financial management, strategic leadership, and executive decision-making Mr. Shahid Shehzad Mir commenced his journey with the Bank of Azad Jammu & Kashmir in 2006, initially joining as an OG-II. Through his unwavering commitment and diligent efforts, he progressively earned promotions within the organization. In 2014, in recognition of his hard work and dedication, Mr. Mir achieved the esteemed position of Divisional Head of the Financial Control Division and Treasury. Prior to joining Bank of AJK, he remained associated with Sehgal Group of Industries, Pakistan's one of the most reputed Business Group as Manager Finance. He has been looking after the Financial Control and Treasury Management of the Bank, playing a pivotal role in shaping and executing the bank's financial strategies. In addition to his core financial responsibilities, he holds significant leadership roles within the Bank. As Head of Finance & Treasury at the Head Office, he demonstrated exceptional financial acumen. His role extended to treasury functions, where he effectively managed day-to-day operations, investments in various financial instruments, and ensured robust and fund management. His meticulous approach to financial governance is evident from the Profitability of the Bank, which has been sky rocketed through viable investments. Mr. Shahid Shehzad Mir beings with him ample knowledge and experience of Commercial and Retail Banking, and in his previous role in the field of Business, he provided inspirational leadership ensuring the successful delivery of business plans. His academic journey reflects a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Holding a Master's degree in Economics, and MBA in Finance, he has also earned diplomas and certifications in Islamic Banking and Finance and certified Islamic Fund Manager, further enhancing his expertise in this specialized domain. Recently assuming the charge of Acting President/CEO, Mr. Shahid Shehzad Mir brings a visionary approach to his leadership. Known for his strategic thinking and commitment to excellence, he is poised to steer The Bank of Azad Jammu & Kashmir towards new heights. His extensive experience, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of financial dynamics, positions him as a dynamic and capable leader ready to navigate the bank through evolving challenges and opportunities Mr. Shahid Shehzad Mir's leadership philosophy revolves around fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer-centricity. As Acting President/CEO, he is dedicated to upholding the bank's legacy of trust, transparency, and service excellence, ensuring the continued success and growth of The Bank of Azad Jammu & Kashmir

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• Member of the Management Team
• Divisional Head Audit & Inspection Division

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• Member of the Management Team
• Divisional Head Operations

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• Chairman
• Director on the Board

Mr. Zulfiqar Abbasi, is a private Director on the Board of Bank of Azad Jammu & Kashmir. He holds Masters Degree in English Literature and also Alumni of the National Defense University (NDU), Islamabad (NS4W). Mr. Zulfiqar Abbasi is the former President of Jammu & Kashmir Joint Chamber of Commerce & Industry (a joint Chamber of Pakistani and Indian administrated Kashmir) and also Presided AJ&K, Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Mirpur. Mr. Abbasi also remained President of Center for Peace, Development and Reforms (CPRD), an AJ&K based think tank working on AJK Constitutional amendments and generated various publications on Youth affairs, Tourism in Kashmir, Environmental issues, Local Bodies elections, Electoral Reforms, Cross LOC Trade, Women status and host of other issues. Mr. Abbasi also served as Chief Executive of various companies set up and owned at Mirpur, A.K such as: • Kohsar Hydro Power Pvt. Ltd, Pakistan's first private sector Hydro Power Project. • Mangla Metals Pvt. Ltd, A steel Industry based on self generated hydropower. • Kashmir Foods Pvt. Ltd, A food distribution and manufacturing industry. Mr. Zulfiqar Abbasi, also worked as Director at the Board of Directors of various State owned Institutions and Corporations including AJ&K Hydro Electric Board, AJ&K Technical and Vocational Training Authority (TEVTA), AJ&K Mineral and Industrial Development Corporation (AKMIDC), AJ&K Information Technology Board and AJ&K Small Industries Corporation.

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• Director
• Director / Chairperson
• Member of the Institute

Ms. Bushra Naz Malik is a fellow member of the Institute and Chartered Accountants of Pakistan and CA/CPA from Chartered Professional Accountants, Ontario, Canada. Ms. Malik is an MBA graduate of Kellogg Business School in the United States and the Schulich Business School, Canada. She also has an LLB degree from the Punjab College and Advanced Management Program certification from the Harvard Business School, Boston, USA. Currently, she is Chairperson of the Independent Audit Oversight Committee UNHCR, Geneva, Switzerland. She is also a Director of MHM Consulting, a management service provider firm. She is also a Member of Competition Commission of Pakistan which is a quasi-judicial institution for promoting competitiveness and fair trade in Pakistan. Between 2010 and 2013, she was a Director and Chairperson of the Audit Committee at the Lahore Stock Exchange Ltd in Pakistan. She also served as Group Finance Director and member of the Board of Directors of Kohinoor Maple Leaf Group, Lahore, a consortium of publicly listed firms headquartered in Pakistan, from 2007 to 2010. Ms. Malik was a member of the CGIAR System Management Board (SMB) in 2017-2018, chairing its Audit and Risk Committee, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Pakistan Industrial Development Corporation, also chairing its Audit Committee. She is committed to the cause of women and provides consultancy services to a local NGO dubbed ‘All Mothers Educated Now' based in Pakistan. In 2012 she served as a member of the Commonwealth Business Women, Pakistan Steering Group.

Job Titles:

• Member of the Management Team
• Divisional Head Human Resource Management Division

Job Titles:

• Member of the Management Team
• Divisional Head Treasury Management Division