Jafar Ali Zaidi is our Senior Associate, Operations at Athena Infonomics. He has over six years of experience in contracts, procurement, and project management, working with international NGOs and development organizations. Jafar’s expertise spans managing complex projects, developing pricing strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Prior to joining Athena, he held key roles at Q2 Impact, Vihara Innovation Network, and Bachpan Bachao Andolan, where he contributed to impactful programs in child protection, sanitation, and social development.

Jafar holds a Master’s degree in Development from Azim Premji University and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Aligarh Muslim University. Jafar is passionate about sustainable development, social justice, and creating meaningful impact through his work.