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Tariq Junaid is a senior research and governance specialist with over 30 years of professional experience in democratic development, political analysis, electoral research, civic engagement, and strategic communications across South & Central Asia. As the Founder and Executive Director of the Institute for Public Opinion Research (IPOR), he has led the design and implementation of large-scale national and sub national surveys, public opinion polls, program evaluations, and strategic outreach campaigns. His expertise spans campaign planning, voter education, political party strengthening, electoral administration, government transparency, and stakeholder engagement.

Tariq Junaid

Executive Director

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Hassan Tanveer is a National Field Manager with extensive experience in overseeing large-scale field operations, ensuring data quality, and managing research teams across diverse regions. He specializes in application development for data collection and analysis, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in research processes. Additionally, he has strong expertise in report writing, translating complex data into insightful reports that drive informed decision-making. His strategic approach to fieldwork management ensures high-quality data collection and impactful research outcomes.

Hassan Tanveer

National Field Manager

Shagufta Sultana is a Ph.D. Scholar in Economics with a strong analytical background in research and data analysis. Currently serving as a Data Manager at the Institute of Public Opinion Research (IPOR), Islamabad, she specializes in developing research proposals, conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis, and report writing.

Shagufta Sultana

Research Manager

Misbah Zahra is an expert in quality control and application development, specializing in Kobo & ODK for data collection and management. She ensures high standards of data accuracy and reliability through rigorous quality checks and process optimizations. With a strong background in developing and refining survey applications, she enhances efficiency in field research and data-driven projects.

Misbah Zahra

Quality Control Manager

Asad Ullah is a Research Associate, specializing in economic research and data analysis. He supports policy evaluation and market insights through quantitative and qualitative research. His expertise includes financial markets, economic development, and strategic consulting.

Asad ullah

Research Associate

As an office assistant/receptionist, my primary duties include welcoming visitors, managing phone calls. Additionally, maintaining office supplies, and assisting with administrative tasks such as filing and data entry. My role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively. Providing a smooth operation of the front desk are also key responsibilities

Tayyaba Javed

Office Assistant

Ms. Aasia Malik a B.com (IT) (Institute of Scholars College Cantt Rawalpindi) is working in IPOR as Manager Finance & HR. She has more than seven years’ experience in field of tax & accounts. She has good interpersonal skills and technical knowledge of both finance & taxation. Her major roles include maintaining financial records of entity, coordination with tax authorities.

Aasia Malik

Manager Finance & HR

Mr. Robert Varsalone has extensive experience in both domestic and international politics. A veteran of numerous U.S. political campaigns, Varsalone has performed a strategic, management, and research function for the New Hampshire State Republican Party, New Hampshire Governor Craig Benson, U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte, and the Republican National Committee. Varsalone has also worked for Citizens for a Sound Economy and as Senior Adviser and Speechwriter in the New Hampshire Governor\'s Office. He is a former member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives.

Robert Varsalone

Consultant

For more than twenty years Mr. Joel Down has worked as both practitioner and evaluator, in the fields of research and strategic communications to address CVE, stabilisation and development objectives. He has worked in more than 25 countries, the majority fragile or conflict-affected.

As co-founder of Accadian he has expertise in researching, designing and evaluating social and behavioral change communications programmes for government and NGO organizations. Clients include DFID, FCO, MOD, DOD, USAID and other international organizations: Mr. Joel believes that the \'soft power\' of effective communications can be a force for positive social change.

Joel Down

Consultant

Babar Wasim is a statistician and social analyst with expertise in data-driven insights and social research. His work focuses on interpreting complex data to understand societal trends, public opinion, and policy impacts.

Dr Babar Wasim

Consultant
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