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Laila Taj

Director, Communications, AKDN Pakistan at Aga Khan Development Network

Laila Taj is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience in leadership roles within the Aga Khan Development Network, currently serving as the Director of Communications for AKDN Pakistan since January 2022. Prior to this role, Laila held prominent positions such as Senior Manager of Programmes and Communications for AKDN Pakistan and Afghanistan, and Head of Policy and Partnerships at the Aga Khan Foundation Afghanistan. Laila's background includes significant contributions as Manager of Partnerships and Communications at Aga Khan Foundation USA, and earlier roles as Assistant Manager of Communications and Gender Focal Person, a Programme and Research Analyst at Focus Humanitarian Assistance, and a consultant for the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in Development Studies from The London School of Economics and Political Science and a Master's degree in Educational Planning and Management from the National University of Modern Languages.

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