Associate Professor Khalid Ahmad Habib
Brief Biography of Professor Khalid Ahmad Habib
Associate
Professor Khalid Ahmad Habib, son of Dr. Nazar Mohammad Habib Ahmadzai, was
born in 1990 (1369 Hijri Solar) in the village of Mahlan, located in the center
of Gardez, Paktia Province. Because of his enlightened and knowledge-loving
family, he was drawn to both mosque-based and modern education from early
childhood, a path he has remained steadfast on ever since.
Professor
Habib has spent his entire life immersed in the realms of knowledge,
literature, culture, and the arts. For many years, he has dedicated himself to
the education and development of the people, especially Afghan youth. Through
his professional passion and relentless academic efforts, he has earned a
distinguished reputation throughout the country and has reached the pinnacle of
his academic and cultural prominence.
Education
Professor
Khalid Ahmad Habib completed his primary education at Abdul Hai Gardizi High
School in Gardez. He then earned his bachelor’s degree in Journalism and
Communications from the Faculty of Languages and Literature at Sheikh Zayed
University.
However,
his academic journey did not end there. Determined to pursue higher education,
he traveled abroad and obtained his Master's degree in Public Administration
from Career Point University in the Indian city of Deccan. His achievements
further added to his family’s pride and honor.
Owing
to his relentless pursuit of excellence, he has also completed numerous short-
and long-term academic training programs and has continuously strived to deepen
his knowledge and expertise.
Professional Background
Professor
Habib has over eleven years of professional experience working with both
national and international institutions across various fields. He has served in
prominent positions including department head, faculty dean, and committee
member at multiple levels. Some of his key professional roles include:
- Journalist and Head of the News Department at Zhwandoon Radio
- Analyst and Commentator with the IWPR Organization (2014)
- Media Trainer
for journalists under the UNESCO capacity-building programs
- Lecturer and Head of the Journalism and Communications
Department at the Faculty of Languages
and Literature, Paktia University (2014–2025)
- Member of various scientific, financial, and technical
committees at both faculty and university
levels
- Active Member and Evaluator of the Quality Assurance and Accreditation Committee
of Paktia University
- Contributor to strategic planning, monitoring, and
evaluation in multiple academic and
administrative roles
- Pioneer in cultural, media, civic, and social
engagement and activities
Publications
As
a scholar and academic, Professor Khalid Ahmad Habib has authored several published
and unpublished books and articles. Below are some of his notable works:
Published Books:
- Basics of Journalism
- Foundations of Sociology
- Analytical Journalism
- From News to Opinion
- The Impact of Media Analyses on Public Opinion
Formation
- Strategic Media Management
- The Impact of Globalization of Electronic Media in
India
Unpublished Books:
- Investigative Journalism
- Pioneers of Scientific Journalism in Afghanistan
- Society and Media
- Media Diplomacy
- Media Management
Research Papers and Articles:
In
addition to the above books, Professor Habib has written around ten academic
and research papers published in national and international journals. He is
also a regular contributor of opinion columns, analyses, and cultural essays
to various media outlets.
Recent Appointment
Given
his vast academic, literary, and cultural background and extensive professional
experience, the leadership of the National Institute of Higher Education
decided to appoint Professor Khalid Ahmad Habib as its President. Based on
official letter No. 1516 dated 1404/1/25 (April 2025) from the Ministry
of Higher Education, he was formally introduced as the President of the
National Institute of Higher Education.