Our Management

Meet the academic and professional leaders guiding Zakat Foundation Institute through education, research, institutional development, and service.

Executive Leadership

Leadership With Purpose

Our leadership combines professional expertise, institutional experience, and a strong commitment to education, research, humanitarian service, and sustainable development.

Advisor to Executive Director

Abdullah Erol Aydin

Abdullah Erol Aydin is a distinguished leader with over 25 years of experience across business development, the defense industry, and humanitarian initiatives. With a strong background in industrial engineering and management, he has successfully led strategic partnerships, global expansion projects, and large-scale operational initiatives. Currently serving with Zakat Foundation of America (ZFA), Abdullah is dedicated to advancing global humanitarian efforts, disaster relief, and sustainable...

Management Team

Meet Our Leadership Team

Meet the professionals supporting ZFI's academic programs, administration, research, student services, professional development, digital operations, and institutional growth.

Dean of Academics

Dr. Aisha Azhar

Dr. Aisha Azhar, with over 19 years of experience, is the Director and Associate Professor at the School of Governance and Society, University of Management & Techno...

Director of Graduate Programs

Dr. Mehnaz Gul

Dr. Mehnaz Gul, with over 20 years of experience, is the Chairperson of the Department of Journalism & Mass Communication and a prominent leader at the Institute of...

Director Research and Professional Development

Dr. Selman Kesgin

Dr. Selman Kesgin is a dedicated humanitarian with over a decade of experience, specializing in migration and disaster settings. He holds degrees in Education Studie...

Director Admissions & Student Services

Sheraz Tariq

Mr. Sheraz Tariq's career is marked by his leadership in admissions, financial aid, and student services at a globally recognized university in Pakistan. With an MBA...

Director of Operations

Shahper Ahsan

Ms. Shahper Ahsan is a seasoned professional with over 14 years of experience in business development, education management, and student engagement across Pakistan a...

Project Manager

Zeenat Farhat

Ms. Zeenat Farhat holds a Bachelor of Honors in Political Science from the Government College of Ajmer, India (MDS University), and a Master of Political Science deg...

Graphic Designer

Usman Saqib

Usman Saqib is a seasoned graphic designer and video editor with over 8 years of experience in the creative industry. His expertise lies in producing impactful visua...

Web Developer

Umer Saleem

Umer Saleem is a Software Engineer with professional experience in Laravel, PHP, React, WordPress, and modern web technologies. He has worked with organizations s...

Coordinator - Social Media and Grants

S. Asad

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