Cover Letter
Dear Hiring Manager,
With a degree in Economics from the prestigious University of London and over four years of experience at PwC and
Karandaaz Pakistan, I am confident that my skills and experience make me an excellent fit for this position.
At Karandaaz Pakistan, I have developed a diverse range of skills in portfolio management, financial modeling,
stakeholder management, data analysis, data visualization, and business advisory. As a Senior Analyst with the
Women Ventures & Innovation team, I successfully managed the entire portfolio of women-led businesses, ensuring
optimal performance and associated risks. I have also negotiated term sheets and contracts with selected WV award
recipients, conducted financial analyses of the WV portfolio, and engaged with service providers for efficient program
delivery.
Having also worked as Risk analyst, I have a strong background in credit risk analysis and credit writing, as well as
sharp attention to detail and analytical skills. During my time at Karandaaz Pakistan, I was responsible for maintaining
high standards of credit assessment and decision quality, which resulted in a book quality that supported quality
growth.
In conjunction with my technical aptitude, I possess a strong customer-centric orientation and a progressive outlook
that underscores my exceptional verbal and written communication proficiencies. With a focus on servicing both
internal and external stakeholders, I am well-equipped to facilitate frontline targets and relationship objectives. My
skill set encompasses adept stakeholder and relationship management, and I am a proactive team player who
champions constructive team dynamics, fosters collective engagement, and drives team achievements.
I am excited to leverage my skills and experience to make valuable contributions to the success of YDMA. Thank you
for considering my application. I look forward to discussing my qualifications further.
Sincerely,
Shahbano Asad