Shahab A Khawaja

Shahab A Khawaja

Director

Mr. Khawaja holds a master’s degree in chemistry and has pursued further education to enhance his skills in development studies, public policy, and health sector reforms. He holds post-graduate diplomas from Birmingham University, UK, and the University of Connecticut, USA, and has completed flagship courses on Health Sector Reforms from Harvard University School of Public Health and the World Bank.

Shahab A. Khawaja is a seasoned Director with extensive experience in public service, strategic leadership, and organizational management. With a distinguished career spanning 36 years in the Government of Pakistan, he has held pivotal roles across various departments and agencies.

Mr. Khawaja, in his illustrious career held field postings such as Deputy Commissioner in Rajanpur and DG Khan, showcased his adeptness in administrative duties. He later assumed key positions such as Additional Director General at the Lahore Development Authority, Additional Secretary at the Health Department Punjab, Commissioner of Afghan Refugees Punjab, Secretary of Agriculture, and Secretary of Livestock and Dairy Development Departments Punjab.

His expertise in policy formulation and implementation was demonstrated during his tenure as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Population Welfare, where he spearheaded the launch of a comprehensive ten-year Population Vision. As CEO of the Small and Medium Enterprises Authority (SMEDA), he played a pivotal role in the inception of Pakistan’s pioneering SMEs Policy.

Promoted to the position of Federal Secretary, Mr. Khawaja held the helm at the Ministry of Industries, Production, and Special Initiatives before culminating his distinguished career as Secretary at the Ministry of Privatization.

Post-retirement, Mr. Khawaja continued to contribute significantly to Pakistan’s economic landscape, leading the Pakistan Competitiveness Support Fund and serving as Executive Director of the Fertilizer Manufacturers of Pakistan Advisory Council.

Throughout his career, Mr. Khawaja has represented Pakistan on numerous prestigious boards, international conferences, and seminars, including engagements with UNDP, and UNFPA and UNIDO Board sessions. He brings a wealth of governance expertise as a certified Director and has served on the boards of institutions such as JS Bank and Pak Libya Investment Company.

Recently Mr. Khawaja served as the Chairman of the Board of Management at Lahore General Hospital and Post Graduate Medical Institute. He also lends his expertise to the Board of JS Global Capital, contributing to strategic decision-making and governance practices. He is also a Member of the Punjab Health Advisory Committee.

having completed Directors Training Program. Currently he is Chairman Board of Management Lahore General Hospital and Post Graduate Medical Institute. He is also on the Board of JS Global Capital. Earlier he had served as Director of JS Bank for six years, Director Pak Libya Investment Company for three years etc.

Mr. Khawaja did Masters in Chemistry. Later he did Post Graduate Diploma in Development Studies from Birmingham University, UK, Diploma in Public Policy from University of Connecticut, Hartford USA. He has also qualified Flagship Courses on Health Sector Reforms from Harvard University School of Public Health and the World Bank.