Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah retired as the Chief Secretary of Sindh in March 2022. He previously served as the Maritime Secretary of Pakistan. Shah has also briefly tenured as the Federal Secretary for the Ministry of Religious Affairs. Prior to his elevation to Grade 22 in 2017, Mr. Shah served in many positions in the Government of Sindh. Positions he held in Sindh include Home Secretary, the coveted position of Chairman Enquiries & Anti-Corruption Establishment, Secretary Works and Services, Secretary Information Department, Secretary General Administration, and Secretary Population Welfare. At the beginning of his career, he served as Assistant Commissioner Multan and Dera Ghazi Khan in Punjab. He has also previously served as Deputy Commissioner and District Coordination Officer (DCO) in Thatta, Umerkot, Badin and Mirpurkhas districts in Sindh, and Nasirabad district in Balochistan.
Beyond his extensive service in the public sector, Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah's career is marked by a noteworthy tenure in public sector corporate governance. His leadership journey began with his role as Managing Director at the Sindh Small Industries Corporation, where from 1994 to 1997, he spearheaded initiatives fostering industrial growth. In 2012, as the CEO/Executive Director of National Insurance Co. Ltd., he steered the company through complex insurance landscapes with acumen. His strategic vision was further exemplified during his tenure as Chairman of the Export Processing Zones Authority, where he played a crucial role in enhancing Pakistan's export capabilities. Subsequently, his leadership as Chairman of Karachi Port Trust (KPT) from 2017 to 2018 was pivotal in strategically enhancing maritime operations. These roles collectively underline his exceptional ability to lead and transform major public sector organizations, demonstrating a deep commitment to enhancing their strategic direction and operational efficacy.
In terms of global experience, Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah has undertaken multiple missions, notably leading a high-level maritime delegation to the Netherlands, focused on enhancing maritime business relations with Dutch public and private companies. Additionally, Mr. Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah represented the Government of Pakistan at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a specialized agency of the United Nations, in London. In this capacity, he played a vital role in establishing key diplomatic relationships and partnerships. His international engagement also included leading a delegation to the International Maritime Conference in Shanghai, China, where he was pivotal in fostering collaborations and contributing to maritime trade discussions.
Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah has actively pursued professional development through prestigious training programs both in Pakistan and internationally. His completed programs include:
- Leadership Training Course at Harvard University, Cambridge, USA
- International Training Course at the Department of Corrections, Colorado, USA
- Total Quality Management Training Course in Sweden
- Corporate Governance Leadership Skills (CGLS) - Director Education Program by PICG
Syed Mumtaz Ali Shah holds a master’s degree in English and Economics.
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