05/01/2026
π Islamic Relief Worldwide Appoints New CEO
We are pleased to announce that Iftikhar Shaheen has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Islamic Relief Worldwide. He brings over 20 years of humanitarian and development leadership experience across Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia.
Iftikhar has previously held senior roles within Islamic Relief and has led major programmes with organisations including DT Global, UNSOM, Winrock International, Plan International and VSO International. His return marks a meaningful homecoming and strengthens our commitment to compassionate, values-led humanitarian action.
He steps into the role at a crucial time, as global crises grow and the needs of vulnerable communities continue to rise. We look forward to his leadership in driving greater impact and partnership across our work.
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Iftikhar Shaheen has been named as the Chief Executive Officer of Islamic Relief Worldwide, a humanitarian and development agency headquartered in Birmingham, UK.Β