I'm Dr. Wais Ahmad Akhonzadah, MD, climate activist, and sustainability advocate from Afghanistan. I have led a medical complex in Kabul, taught at health institutes, and collaborated on UNICEF CTG projects. As a World Bank and GYCN climate ambassador, I work with national and international organizations to advance SDGs, governance, and effective health and environmental management. In 2024 I was recognized as a climate ambassador and I continue to contribute to climate action and health through leadership, education, and consultancy roles with NGOs, governments, and international organizations.…

Wais Ahmad Akhonzadah

I'm Dr. Wais Ahmad Akhonzadah, MD, climate activist, and sustainability advocate from Afghanistan. I have led a medical complex in Kabul, taught at health institutes, and collaborated on UNICEF CTG projects. As a World Bank and GYCN climate ambassador, I work with national and international organizations to advance SDGs, governance, and effective health and environmental management. In 2024 I was recognized as a climate ambassador and I continue to contribute to climate action and health through leadership, education, and consultancy roles with NGOs, governments, and international organizations.…

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I’m Dr. Wais Ahmad Akhonzadah, MD, climate activist, and sustainability advocate from Afghanistan. I have led a medical complex in Kabul, taught at health institutes, and collaborated on UNICEF CTG projects. As a World Bank and GYCN climate ambassador, I work with national and international organizations to advance SDGs, governance, and effective health and environmental management.

In 2024 I was recognized as a climate ambassador and I continue to contribute to climate action and health through leadership, education, and consultancy roles with NGOs, governments, and international organizations.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Pashto, Pushto
Fluent

Work Experience

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Green EcoTech International
July 1, 2024 - Present
Overseeing all financial operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, developing and implementing financial strategies, collaborating with team members to manage resources, and providing financial guidance to the executive team and board.
Trade Finance Executive at Euro Exim Bank
March 1, 2024 - Present
Promoting bank products and services within the territory, negotiating and closing trade finance transactions, and establishing stakeholder communication to expand business opportunities.
Healthcare Operations Director at Zwan Medical Complex
January 1, 2024 - Present
Overseeing all healthcare operations, coordinating medical teams, implementing efficient processes, and delivering high standards of patient care while supporting international clients and partners.
Consultant and CLTS Facilitator at CTG
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Engaged communities to raise sanitation and hygiene awareness, trained volunteers, monitored initiatives, and provided consultancy to enhance project strategy and implementation.
Lecturer at Shifa Institute of Health
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Planned and delivered lectures and practical sessions in health sciences, developed course materials, and mentored students.
Head of English Department at Dr. Ashraf Institute Health
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Led the English department, developed curricula, organized seminars, and prepared examinations.
Education Manager at Zaland Azeraksh
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Managed daily operations, recruitment, budgeting, stakeholder relations, and program evaluation for the educational center.

Education

BBA in Global Management at Monarch Business School
August 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
Climate Change, Planetary Health, and Medicine at Harvard Medical School (Online)
May 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Executive Diploma in Leadership at MTF Institute of Management, Technology and Finance
February 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024
Mini MBA in Innovations and Digital Transformation at MTF Institute of Management, Technology and Finance
November 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Psycho-rehabilitation and mental health psyche-social support at Afghan Medical Complex and Research Center
September 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Doctor of Medicine (MD) at Spinghar Institute of Higher Education
August 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022
Diploma in Information Technology (DIT) at Dr Ashraf Institute of Health Science
February 1, 2017 - February 28, 2018
Diploma in English Language (DEL) at Zia Institute of Computer Science
November 1, 2013 - November 30, 2014
One Year Diploma in English Language at Azeraksh Institute
January 1, 2011 - January 31, 2012

Qualifications

Associate Member Chartered Managers Canada
July 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
Climate Ambassador, Global Youth Climate Network (GYCN) and World Bank
February 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
World Bank Delegate
June 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
Executive Diploma in Leadership
February 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
Introduction to Psychology
July 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
Project Management Essentials Certificate
April 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
Introduction to Standards and Sustainability
April 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
Stress Management
March 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
Introduction to Peacebuilding 101
March 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
The Science of Well-Being
March 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025
Protection and Assistance for Migrants Vulnerable to Violence, Exploitation
December 1, 2023 - December 8, 2025
Global Public Health (SDG Academy)
January 1, 2024 - December 8, 2025

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Government

Skills

Experience Level