South Asia Regional Infrastructure Connectivity (SARIC)

Abdulla Rafeeu

AR

DesignationDirector Coporate Affairs

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Adam Ali

AA

DesignationAssistant Architect

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Ahmed Jinnah

AJ

DesignationArchitect

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Ahmed Nadihih

AN

DesignationAssistant Architect

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Ahmed Tholhath

AT

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Aishath Yamna

DesignationManager

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Professional Bio

Yamna started her career in the energy sector in 2019 at State Electric Company Limited (STELCO), Maldives. Starting from 2024, she was assigned to lead the Planning & Monitoring Unit of the Renewable Energy Department where she supported the implementation of renewable energy development projects. Additionally, she was also entrusted with leading the development of STELCO's five-year Strategic Action Plan 2023.

Faroosha Ali Naseer

DesignationDirector of Emergency Management

Current OrganisationNational Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)

Professional Bio

Strategic Disaster Risk Management and Emergency Management professional with over 12 years of progressive experience strengthening national resilience, leading emergency operations and advancing disaster risk reduction in the Maldives. Currently serving as Director of Emergency Management at the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), providing leadership for national preparedness, multi-agency emergency coordination, humanitarian response, disaster data management, policy development and institutional capacity building. Career spans emergency operations, disaster damage and loss assessment, resilience programming, humanitarian coordination, climate adaptation, and stakeholder engagement. I have worked closely with government agencies, emergency services, UN organizations, international development partners, academia, and local communities to strengthen national systems and improve evidence-based decision-making. As a passionate trainer and facilitator, I have designed and delivered professional training programmes, simulation exercises and university lectures for different educational institutes, Government offices and other public and private institutions. I am committed to building safer, more resilient communities through innovation, inclusive leadership, and collaboration.

Fathimath Binth Ali

DesignationHead (Planning and Projects Unit)

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Professional Bio

Fathimath has been working in the field of architecture for 16 years with a diverse background in both interior design and architecture. She began her career as a draftsman and interior designer in private firms before transitioning into government service as an architect. Her career has also included significant contributions to legislative and regulatory frameworks, where she helped shape planning and development guidelines. These experiences have strengthened her ability to balance creative design with governance, compliance, and long-term urban development goals. Currently, she serves as the head of the city planning and projects unit at Fuvahmulah City Council, leading major urban development initiatives, infrastructure projects, and city planning efforts to ensure sustainable and community-focused growth.

Fathimath Ifasha

FI

DesignationDeputy Minister

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Fathimath Rafaaha Riyaz

FR

DesignationAssistant Engineer

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Fathimath Saina

FS

DesignationAssistant Engineer

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Fathimath Shana Farooq

FF

DesignationDirector General

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Fathimath Shaufa

DesignationDirector

Current OrganisationMinistry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development

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Professional Bio

Mrs. Fathimath Shaufa is the Director, and current acting head of Policy Development Department of the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development, Republic of Maldives. She is one of the key persons involved in the intial development and of the Construction Act and development of regulations under the Act. She is the Civil Service team lead for formulation of policies, regulations and standards under Ministry’s mandate, which is Housing, Urban Development, Real Estate, Land and Construction Sectors. Her vision is to standardize the sectors mandated to the Ministry, establish strong frameworks for quality control and revolutionize the public services for the sectors during her service.

Fathimath Suha

DesignationAssistant Architect

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Professional Bio

Fathimath is working as an assistant architect at the Ministry of Construction, Housing and Infrastructure, in the Construction Regulations and Standards Section. In this role, she is actively involved in drafting policies, regulations, and guidelines that support the development and governance of the construction industry in the Maldives. Before joining the Ministry, she worked in a private architectural firm as an assistant architect, where she was engaged in designing a variety of projects ranging from residential spaces to commercial developments. This experience allowed her to strengthen my skills in design, technical drawing, and project coordination, while also nurturing my creativity and passion for architecture.

Firshan Ahmed

FA

DesignationManager, Emergency Operations

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Fizna Yusoof

DesignationDirector

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Fizna has been working as a director at planning at market development section at Utility Regulatory Authority. Prior to that she was the assistant director and an engineer at the Maldives Energy Authority She is involved in managing all the section work and coordinating and enhancing data collection of utility services including the energy, water and waste sector. She is also involved in reviewing the technical designs of electrical panel and power system reports and approving them according to the relevant technical standards set by the Utilities Regulatory Authority.

Hammiya Latheef

DesignationDirector General

SARIC Training Road Safety Management

Professional Bio

Hammiya has served in various capacities, including investigation officer and later as the Director of the Investigation Department of the Human Rights Commission of Maldives. Additionally, she gathered experience in the health service sector, serving as a community health manager at the Department of Medical service.

Hassan Zihan

HZ

DesignationDeputy Minister

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Hawwa Shaeen

HS

DesignationAdiitional Council Officer

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Imran Ahmed

DesignationCouncil Executive

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Professional Bio

Imran is a civil and construction engineer working as the head of Municipal Services in Kulhudhuffushi City Council, Maldives.

Mariyam Ali

DesignationManager

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Mariyam has been working as a manager in the projects planning and development department of STELCO. Her major work involves project management, which includes the Fifth Power Development Project (50MW) the major power project that has been conducted in the Maldives and the Greater Male.

Mariyam Ashiya Waheed

MW

DesignationCivil Engineer

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Mariyam Shahana

DesignationPermanent Secretary

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Professional Bio

Mariyam is the permanent secretary at the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, a role she has held since 2023. With an extensive career in public administration, she has brought a strategic vision and exceptional leadership to her current role, shaping and executing pivotal policies within the ministry. Her career is distinguished by her work across various government organizations, primarily focusing on human resource management. She has held significant roles in the Aviation Security Command and the Anticorruption Commission, where she excelled in organizational development, strategic planning, and enhancing operational integrity and efficiency.

Mariyam Shazleena

DesignationTransport Officer

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Professional Bio

Mariyam is a dedicated transport officer at the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, with over two years of experience in the land transport sector. Her role has strengthened her expertise in policy implementation, administration, and system development, while equipping her with the resilience to face daily challenges and transform them into opportunities for growth. Her vision is to contribute to a modern, accessible, and sustainable transport environment aligned with global best practices while remaining deeply rooted in the needs of Maldivian society

Mariyam Shazma

MS

DesignationAssistant Architect

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Mariyam Suhaila

MS

DesignationArchitect

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Mohamed Nasir

MN

DesignationCivil Engineer

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Mohamed Siraj

MS

DesignationDirector

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Mohammad Awadh Ayaz

MA

DesignationDeputy Minister

SARIC Training Road Safety Management

Moosa Waheed

MW

DesignationArchitect

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Nasira Nasir

DesignationQuantity Surveyor

SARIC Training Building Blocks for Inclusive Regional Infrastructure Projects (BBIRI)

Professional Bio

Nasira is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in quantity surveying and project management. Since February 2016, she has been a dedicated freelance quantity surveyor, providing expert services to a variety of clients. Her career includes significant roles at the Ministry of Housing and Infrastructure, where she served as a senior quantity surveyor. Her early career was marked by her tenure at the Ministry of Construction and Public Works, where she progressed to secretary from surveying technician and assistant surveyor between 1995 and 2005.

Nazahath Naeem

NN

DesignationEngineer

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Nujfa Adam

NA

DesignationArchitect

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Nuzuhath Ahmed

DesignationEnergy Specialist

SARIC Training SAR100

Professional Bio

Nuzuhath joined the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Energy as a Renewable Energy specialist, working on World Bank-funded renewable energy projects. She has actively contributed to the renewable energy transition in the Maldives by developing and implementing projects for renewable energy infrastructure. Her work involves developing tenders for distributed solar power voltage systems for island microgrids, battery energy storage systems, and power system modernization efforts. She is continuously expanding into new areas of renewable energy, overseeing consultancies and engaging expert consultants to explore new technology adaptations, and developing roadmaps and project pathways aimed at achieving a net-zero economy for Maldives.

Rizna Ahmed Rasheed

DesignationAssistant Engineer

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Professional Bio

Rizna is an engineer working in the energy department of the Ministry of Climate Change, Environment. Prior to that, she worked as a project officer in the same ministry for 2 years. She is currently working to amend the institutional framework of the energy sector to drive the sector towards a cleaner, greener, environmentally friendly and sustainable one.

Sheeneez Ahmed

SA

DesignationArchitect

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Sudha Hashim

DesignationSenior Administrative Officer

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Professional Bio

Sudha has over ten years of experience in administration, five years in information technology, and eight years in sales and marketing. Previously, she worked as a system administrator managing servers and resolving IT issues. Currently, she serves as senior administrative officer, supporting ministry work in construction industry development and addressing sector challenges.

Thais Hassan

TH

DesignationMNACI Member

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Zuhurulla Siyaad

ZS

DesignationDirector General

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