MUHAMMAD DERFISH ILYAS

Interdisciplinary Leader | Conflict Resolution Expert | IT Strategist
Windsor Mill, US.

About

A visionary leader and researcher, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Leadership, with a unique blend of expertise in international criminal law, peace and conflict resolution, and information technology. Proven ability to drive organizational impact through strategic planning, program development, and cross-functional collaboration, seeking to leverage advanced research and leadership skills in IT, non-profit, or education sectors.

Work

Project Concept Builder
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Project Coordinator

Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan, Canada

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Summary

Led the development and implementation of educational curricula and modules for hybrid and online learning environments, impacting over 100 learners.

Highlights

Led the strategic design and development of a comprehensive curriculum tailored for over 100 hybrid and early learners, integrating lifelong skills and innovative online learning resources.

Orchestrated cross-functional collaboration efforts, resulting in the successful design and implementation of over 15 distinct educational modules, significantly expanding program offerings.

Enhanced educational accessibility and learner engagement by focusing on innovative online learning methodologies and robust content delivery strategies.

USA Tech
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Business Analyst

Baltimore, Maryland, US

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Summary

Acted as a vital liaison between business, technology, and support teams to optimize workflows and achieve significant operational efficiency gains.

Highlights

Served as a key liaison across business, technology, and support teams, fostering seamless communication and alignment to drive strategic objectives.

Identified and implemented critical process improvements that successfully reduced operational bottlenecks by 20%, significantly enhancing departmental efficiency and productivity.

Optimized workflow processes through comprehensive analysis and collaborative solution development, directly contributing to improved project delivery and resource utilization.

Education

University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY, United States of America

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Ph.D.

Leadership

Courses

The Politics of Organizational Decision-Making

Learning in Adulthood

Program Planning and Assessment

Leadership in Theory and Practice

Higher Education in America

The Change Process

Leadership in Historical Context

Current Trends in Leadership

University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY, United States of America

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Master of Science

Information Technology

Courses

Analyzing and Visualizing Data

Cloud Computing

System Analysis and Design

Human-Computer Interaction

Database Systems

Organizational Leadership

Operational Excellence

Data Mining

Brandeis University
Waltham, MA, United States of America

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Master of Arts

Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies

Courses

Coexistence and Conflict: Theory and Analysis

Coexistence Research Methods

Strategies for Coexistence Interventions

Responsible Negotiation

Introduction to Planning and Implementation

Responsible Leadership

Responsible Mediation

Humanitarian Negotiation

Advanced Mediation, Skills and Practice

University of Turin and UNICRI
Turin, Piedmont, Italy

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LLM

International Criminal Law

Courses

International Criminal Law

International Humanitarian Law

International Criminal Jurisdictions and International Criminal Procedure

Comparative Law and Comparative Criminal Law

Relationship between International Criminal Law and National Legislation

Interstate Co-operation on Criminal Matters

Transnational Organized Crime

Forensic Psychology

University of the Punjab
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

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Master of Arts

Political Science

Courses

International Organization

International Law

Comparative Political Systems

Western Political Thought

Comparative & Development Politics

International Relations

Muslim Political Thought & Institutions

Publications

Probing the Impact of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor in Civil-Military Relations and Democracy in Pakistan: An Analysis of Interplay between Economics and Politics.

Published by

xisdxjxsu.asia

Summary

Analyzes the geopolitical and socio-economic implications of the CPEC in Pakistan.

America's Role in a Changing World: European Concerns over Trump's Re-Election

Published by

scirp.org

Summary

Analyzes European perspectives on American foreign policy and leadership.

Responsible Leadership in Crisis Management: Lessons from the Cuban Missile Crisis and Russia-Ukraine War.

Published by

scirp.org

Summary

Compares leadership approaches in historical and contemporary international crises.

Hybrid Multilateral-Multiparty Mediation (HM3): A Framework for the Russia-Ukraine Conflict and Beyond

Summary

Proposing a novel mediation framework for complex international conflicts.

Implications and Analysis of the Crime of Aggression against Gaza: Breach of International Criminal Law amid the Israel-Hamas Conflict.

Published by

ijbsa.com

Summary

Examines the legal ramifications of the Gaza conflict under international criminal law.

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on hybrid warfare: Case of Russia-Ukraine war.

Published by

lgjdxcn.asia

Summary

Investigates the role and impact of AI in modern hybrid warfare scenarios.

Negotiation Tactics in the Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Published by

eiprhr.org

Summary

Explores effective negotiation strategies in the context of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Negotiating the Uncharted: How Leadership Skills are Crucial in Resolving the Russia-Ukraine Conflict.

Published by

jetir.org

Summary

Highlights the significance of leadership in navigating complex conflict resolution.

Languages

Urdu
Punjabi
English

Certificates

Certificate in Negotiation and Conflict Management

Issued By

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Certificate in Conflict Analysis

Issued By

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Certificate in Fundamentals of Strategic Advising in Reform Environments

Issued By

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Certificate in Tools for Creative Peacebuilding

Issued By

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Engaging with Identity-Based Differences

Issued By

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Civil Resistance and the Dynamics of Nonviolent Conflict

Issued By

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Good Governance after Conflict: Guiding Principles

Issued By

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Global Religious Engagement: Best Practices for International Affairs Professionals

Issued By

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Interfaith Conflict Resolution

Issued By

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Certificate in Law, War, and Human Rights

Issued By

London School of Economics and Political Science

Skills

Leadership & Strategic Planning

Conflict Resolution & Mediation, Team Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Program Development & Evaluation, Policy Advocacy, Stakeholder Engagement.

Technical & IT Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), Data Analysis & Visualization, Agile, Jira, Business Intelligence Tools, IT Project Management, Operational Workflow Optimization.

Research & Analysis

Qualitative/Quantitative Research, Policy Drafting, Peer-Reviewed Publishing, Curriculum Design, Needs Assessment, Impact Evaluation.

Sector-Specific Expertise

Non-Profit Leadership, Cross-Cultural Communication, International Law & Human Rights, International Criminal Law, Educational Technology (EdTech), Hybrid Learning Solutions, Public Speaking & Advocacy.

Interests

Human Rights & Legal Advocacy

Human Rights Commission of Pakistan, Castan Centre for Human Rights Law, Australia, International Legal Network of Avocats Sans Frontières, Belgium.

Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution

Senior Research Fellow, European Institute of Policy Research and Human Rights, Latvia, Peace Ambassador, Institute for Economics & Peace, Australia, Life Member, Fellowship of Reconciliation, USA.

Development & Sustainability

Fellow, International Society for Development and Sustainability (ISDS), Japan, Association for Women's Rights in Development, Canada, Global Alliance for Justice Education, USA.

Environmental Advocacy

Greenpeace International.

Political Science & Disarmament

International Association of Political Science Students, Slovenia, Global Zero, USA (Nuclear Disarmament Advocacy).