Engineering Lead
Syed Tanveer (MIEAust.CPEng.NER. APEC Eng IntPE Aus. CAAM)
I have done Master Degree in Engineering Management from Monash Uni.
Currently working as Lead Engineer Asset Strategy and Risk for AGL Renewables in Melbourne. I have 34 years of experience in oil, gas, brown coal fired power plants and renewable generation. Areas of experience include; Wind Power Generation, Engineering Management, Organisational leadership and Asset Management. I have been qualified and trained in; Maintenance Management, Asset Management, Risk Management, Project Management, Strategic Management, Business Management, Scenario Planning, Team, Organisational and Community Leadership. Linkedin
Academic and Research Lead
Dr Ishaq Bhatti is the Professor of Finance at La Trobe University and Founding Director of Islamic Banking & Finance programme in Australasian region. He is the winner of National teaching award from Australian Federal Minister of Education -ALTC. Author of more than 180 articles and books (Click)and member of the editorial board of various journals and Routledge USA/UK – book series editor:(Click). He hold/held Professorial positions at Rider, Magdeburg, i-PAG, King Abdulaziz, UAE-Univ., SQU – Oman, Kuwait and Minhaj Universities. His consulting experience include Turkish, Iraqi, Malaysian central banks, IsDB (Jeddah), HEC (Pakistan), Victorian Government, AUSTrade and Saudi capital Market Click)
Dental Lead
Dr. Aziz Baluch is a Dental surgeon by profession and have been providing dental services since 2002. He is the dental lead for AAPP , United Leaders Forum, and also an elected member for ANZAPP, ADA and APHA.
Pharmacy Lead
Irfan Khan, professionally a pharmacist. He completed B Pharmacy from Karachi University and Masters from Monash Uni. Irfan has been working in Pfizer pharmaceuticals for the last 19 years. Currently working as Process Validation Specialist.
Allied Health Lead
Hashim Najmi completed his Bachelors of physiotherapy from Mayo Hospital Lahore in 1999. He post graduated from university of Melbourne in 2005. He worked in public health sector for 7 years and has been managing his private practice for last 14 years . strengthphysio@gmail.com
Education Lead
Noori Ahmed is highly experienced and qualified registered teacher. For over 10 years of teaching and leadership experience in both Primary and Secondary Education sectors in Australia and New Zealand. She is currently leading various educational roles along with teaching. Noori’s education background includes B.Ed. specialising in Teaching degree from the University of Auckland, New Zealand and Information in Communication Technology in Education, Postgraduate degree from Monash University, Australia. She holds many educational Professional certifications. She has won “National Excellence In Teaching Award- Victoria State and Territory Award” by ASG, being top ten teachers in Victoria and top eleven at National level. She has been nominated by City of Whittlesea as “Australian Citizen of the Year” award in 2016.For two consecutive years (2018 and 2019) won “National Teacher Leadership in Student Council” award by Australian Muslim Youth Leadership Association Inc (AMYLA). She was finalist in category of “Woman of the Year” by Australian Muslim Achievement Awards in 2019, Sydney. With her dedication and aspiration, she was successful in winning other major National awards including National Project of the year award and National Community Engagement Award for her workplace by AMYLA (2018 and 2019).
Law Enforcement Lead
Irfan Sarwar (MBA, Master in Management & Supply Chain) Management professional with more than twelve years of extensive experience in Business Analysis, Project Management, Business Development, Customer Support and Relations. Worked in corporate sector in Pakistan and Denmark.
Currently working in Victoria Police for last 7+ years, which gave me extensive knowledge and experience of local policing and law enforcement as addition to my professional career.
Actively participate in community engagement and interaction with Pakistani and Muslim community locally and around Melbourne. Executive and pioneer member of Victoria Police Muslim Association.
Literature and Poetry Lead
Mr Mussadiq Lakhani, a microbiologist as a profession, is a famous Urdu Poet and writer. He is well known among the literary society in Australia.
Media & Journalism Lead
Taimoor Sajid an Engineer by profession and a radio host by passion. The radio work started as a hobby in Dubai before; the passion turned into a profession. Today, after ten years in the media industry, Taimoor proudly represent Pakistan in Australian airwaves through one of the best radio stations in Australia as well as different social media platforms. FB Profile
Finance & Accounting Lead
Arbab Sikandar has joined AAPP because he wanted to give something back to the country of his origin. Personally, he believes in the ideals of equality of opportunities, compassion, unity and empowerment of the people especially women. Arbab Sikandar is Principal of a Melbourne-based public accounting firm. Arbab has degrees in accounting, economics and finance and is a member of CPA Australia (formerly known as Australian Society of Certified Public Accountants) and a licensed tax agent. Arbab has more than ten years’ experience in the taxation, bookkeeping, accounting and finance industry. Arbab has been volunteering for over ten years and is committed to the ideals of social justice, equality of opportunities and spread of education across the globe especially the third world.
Information Technology Lead
Muhammad Ahmed holds a Diploma of Associate Engineer in Dye And Mould Technology. PAK Swiss Training Centre. PCSIR and Bachelor of IT. (Australia)
He is a Technical Team Lead. Australia Post. He is very active in the community and he is the Treasure Pakistan Community South Eastern Suburb, as well as Volunteer for Noorul Hoda Academy. (Hifz / Maktab / Adult & Islamic courses).
Arts, Music and Culture Lead
Tahir Khan is an electronics engineer by profession, specialising in sound design.
However, his true passion lies within the arts, specifically music. He runs his very own event production company, specialising in live music shows. He finds organising events for communities a fulfilling experience. He believes , It is imperative for us Pakistani migrants to remain in touch with our cultural identities. The arts are a powerful tool to allow us to connect with our roots in a creative and expressive manner. He is proud to work with the AAPP to inspire musicians and artists of all ages and backgrounds.
Lawyer Lead
Imran Waraich is an experienced lawyer in the field of Australian migration, Family and Criminal law. Imran has helped students secure visas, he’s reunited families and spouses, as well as helping businesses secure visas for their employees. With legal qualification from La Trobe University and The Australian National University. Imran brings significant experience and expertise that he can use to help you through your immigration, family, commercial and criminal law needs.
Migration & International Students Lead
Rafique Shaker is MBA qualified and working in the international education industry over ten years by placing thousands of international students across the globe for their successful career. He holds certification of QEAC & CCEA, he acquired the expertise necessary to preach ethical excellence in student requirement and up to now ensures that he is in line with the latest industry trends and statistics. His aim is to provide a formal and authorized link between international education enterprises and international students planning to study abroad. He continuously believes in providing professional services to international students, parents, and institutional clients always through his years of education industry experience. He always available to help international students who are looking to study in Australia and around the world.
Business Professionals Lead
Syed Aqeel Tahir known as Aqeel Shah graduated in Business working for different small business as business consultant and business development manager. He is also the Founder and President “Australia Pakistan Youth Association Inc” and Alumni Administrator Australia “University of Management and Technology“ He has been a recipient of many awards including “Power of Peace Award 2016, Drug Free World Ambassador, United Nations Human Rights Day Ambassador, United Nations Peace Day Ambassador, Special Contribution Award 2014, Distinguished Alumni Award(Multinational Serving) 2014, Special Contribution Award 2014, and Personal Achievement Award(Community Services) 2013” by The Hon. Governor Punjab, Minister of Education, Chairman UMT
Nursing Lead
Yousra Atique is an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse working in primary healthcare sector. Her nursing practice has included critical care, medical, surgical nursing, and also patient and family-centered advanced practice care in general practice. Yousra has achieved her Diploma of Nursing Certificate in 2018 from Chisholm Institute of TAFE in Melbourne, since then she is working as a nurse. To advance her scope of practice as a practice nurse and nurse immunizer, she is currently enrolled into Bachelors of Health Science (Clinical Nutrition) from Torrens University in Melbourne and Immunization for Health Practitioner course from Australian College of Nursing.
Contact: yousra.nursinglead@yahoo.com