Safiullah Kakar
London,UK
Summary
Accomplished compliance professional with extensive expertise in regulatory compliance analysis and a deep understanding of FCA regulations. Demonstrates strong leadership in compliance initiatives, effectively influencing and persuading stakeholders while ensuring adherence to anti-money laundering standards. Skilled in advisory communication, staff training, and team leadership, with a proven ability to assess compliance vulnerabilities and risks. Resilient under pressure, excels in drafting comprehensive reports and delivering exceptional customer service. Committed to advancing career goals by driving innovative compliance solutions within dynamic environments.
Astute Compliance Officer with experience in risk and regulation capacities. Identifies issues and provides remedial solutions using keen problem-solving and analytical abilities. Meticulous and focused to verify complex and ambiguous information for compliant case reviews.
Diligent and highly organised professional with strong foundation in regulatory guidelines and risk management, combined with exceptional analytical and communication skills. Proficient in interpreting compliance requirements and implementing effective solutions to ensure organisational adherence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Compliance Officer
Netg5 Global
London, UK
07.2024 - Current
- Regulatory Compliance
Ensure the company complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Monitor updates to regulatory requirements and advise management accordingly. - Policy Development & Implementation
Draft, review, and implement compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
Ensure all departments adhere to internal policies and external requirements. - Risk Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks across the business.
Conduct periodic risk assessments and recommend corrective actions. - Monitoring & Auditing
Oversee regular internal audits to ensure adherence to compliance frameworks.
Maintain accurate records and documentation for inspection or regulatory review. - Training & Awareness
Provide compliance training and guidance to employees at all levels.
Promote a culture of compliance, ethics, and accountability within the organization. - Reporting
Prepare and submit required compliance reports to regulators and senior management.
Escalate serious compliance breaches or issues to management immediately. - AML & Financial Crime Prevention (if applicable)
Monitor transactions for suspicious activities in line with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations.
File Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with relevant authorities when necessary. - Advisory Role
Act as the primary point of contact between the company and regulatory bodies.
Provide compliance advice to management and business units to support decision-making.
Deputy Chief of Kabul Police
Interior Ministry
Kabul, Afghanistan
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Logistics & Supply Management: Ensured effective and timely supply of food, equipment, and essential logistics to support 17,000 Kabul Police personnel.
- Financial Oversight: Supervised the accurate and timely payment of police salaries and managed procurement processes in line with organizational needs and standards.
- Procurement & Resource Allocation: Oversaw procurement of supplies, services, and equipment to maintain operational readiness across all units.
- Training & Capacity Building: Organized and conducted professional development and training programs to strengthen police capabilities and operational effectiveness.
- Public Outreach & Community Relations: Led initiatives to engage with local communities, building trust and cooperation between the public and police forces.
- Operational Support: Coordinated daily administrative and operational support functions to ensure smooth functioning of the Kabul Police headquarters.
- Accountability & Transparency: Implemented systems to monitor resource usage, ensuring transparency and minimizing risks of mismanagement.
Reform & Change Management Advisor
Coffey International Development
Kabul, Afghanistan
10.2015 - 03.2019
- Advisory Support: Worked closely with high-ranking officials at the Ministry of Interior on behalf of a UK-funded project, providing strategic guidance on reform and institutional change.
- On-the-Job Training & Coaching: Delivered continuous on-the-job training and coaching to senior officials to build capacity in leadership, planning, and reform implementation.
- Strategic Planning: Designed and developed a 5-year strategic plan to guide the Ministry’s reform agenda and ensure alignment with national and donor priorities.
- Capacity Building: Conducted multiple training workshops, seminars, and awareness sessions for low, mid, and high-ranking officials to strengthen institutional capacity.
- Change Management: Provided practical frameworks and methods for managing organizational change, enabling officials to adapt and implement reforms effectively within their scope of work.
- Knowledge Development: Authored and introduced a report writing manual to improve documentation, communication, and reporting standards across the Ministry.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitated dialogue and coordination between international advisors, Ministry leadership, and operational departments to ensure reform objectives were understood and implemented.
Project Support Officer
Coffey International Development
Kabul, Afghanistan
12.2014 - 10.2015
- Cross-Functional Support: Assisted in the implementation of project outputs across strategic management, change management, policy development, gender mainstreaming, and public outreach.
- Capacity Building & Training: Organized and delivered numerous training sessions and workshops for ministry officials at various levels to strengthen institutional skills and knowledge.
- Facilitation & Problem-Solving: Facilitated problem-solving sessions and working groups to address operational challenges and improve project delivery.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Maintained strong working relationships between international advisors and ministry officials, ensuring smooth collaboration and mutual understanding.
- Policy & Reform Support: Supported the drafting, review, and development of policies to align with reform objectives and donor-funded project requirements.
- Gender Mainstreaming: Promoted gender inclusion by integrating gender-sensitive approaches into program design, policy frameworks, and training content.
- Public Outreach: Assisted in planning and implementing outreach initiatives to improve public awareness and engagement with reform efforts.
- Reporting & Documentation: Contributed to the preparation of project reports, presentations, and knowledge products for internal and external stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Kardan University
Kabul, Afghanistan 01.2017 - 08.2021
LLB - Administration and Diplomacy
Kabul University
Kabul, Afghanistan 07.2002 - 03.2007
Skills
- Advisory communication
- FCA regulation understanding
- Regulatory compliance analysis
- Leadership in compliance initiatives
- Influence and persuasion
- Staff training
- Anti-Money Laundering knowledge
- Ability to assess compliance vulnerabilities and risk
- Report drafting
- Resilience under pressure
- Customer Service
- Team Leadership
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Persian
Native
Certification
- Full UK Driving Licence – Valid
- PDIA (Problem Driven Iterative Adaptation) Training – Dr. Michael Woolcock, Lecturer at Harvard University
- Strategic Management Training
- Effective Report Writing Training
- Effective Supply Management Training
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML/CFT) Training – UK
Timeline
Compliance Officer
Netg5 Global
07.2024 - Current
Deputy Chief of Kabul Police
Interior Ministry
08.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Kardan University
01.2017 - 08.2021
Reform & Change Management Advisor
Coffey International Development
10.2015 - 03.2019
Project Support Officer
Coffey International Development
12.2014 - 10.2015
LLB - Administration and Diplomacy
Kabul University
07.2002 - 03.2007
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