ASP. NET Internees(Fresh)
We are looking for an intern who can work on Asp. Net and have some know how about the task.
The candidate will have to work in a professional environment.
Asp. Net Developer(1+Years)
Strong Database Concepts
Strong Knowledge of Object Oriented Programming
ASP.NET and C#2.0/3.5
SQL Server 2005/2008
HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Ajax
Crystal Reports
Regards
Muhammad Jamil Raza
Cell# +923464516492
raza_492@hotmail.com
Friday, June 18, 2010
JOB||SQA Resource Required||LHR PK
There are some openings for QA Resource in Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Center.
Any SQA related certification and Finance related knowledge will be preferable.
Interested candidates send their CVs on the given email address:
Nauman Javeid
Phone: 35945100 Ext: 2326Mobile # 0322-4640603
JOBS||MULTIPLE|| at Vopium Lahore
Exciting Opportunities at Vopium Lahore
COMPANY INTRODUCTION
VOPIUM PVT. LTD. (http://vopium. com) is a software-based provider of free and low-cost international mobile communication via VoIP and Wi-Fi technology. Vopium offers a free application that can be downloaded directly to mobile phones to enable cheap international mobile phone calls (SMS) text messaging, and Instant Messaging saving up to 90 percent on traditional international mobile and landline calls. Vopium automatically integrates with the user’s contact book. The software works independently of a SIM card or subscriber’s mobile network operator. Additional features include synchronization, web SMS, call back, and just dial.
VOPIUM PVT. LTD. (http://vopium. com) is a software-based provider of free and low-cost international mobile communication via VoIP and Wi-Fi technology. Vopium offers a free application that can be downloaded directly to mobile phones to enable cheap international mobile phone calls (SMS) text messaging, and Instant Messaging saving up to 90 percent on traditional international mobile and landline calls. Vopium automatically integrates with the user’s contact book. The software works independently of a SIM card or subscriber’s mobile network operator. Additional features include synchronization, web SMS, call back, and just dial.
Vopium is a winner of several mobile industry acknowledgements including a Frost & Sullivan 2009 award, and a CNET 2010 award for the best Google Android application for Internet Telephony.
Vopium works on more than 900 different mobile phones from 49 countries. Vopium has 75 employees across 2 offices in Europe and 1 office in Lahore, Pakistan. Vopium is listed on NYSE EURONEXT Paris.
CURRENT OPENINGS
Vopium is looking for motivated, energetic, hardworking and dedicated professionals for below mentioned 19 positions for Lahore office.
1. SENIOR MANAGER - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/ MARKETING
Vopium Pvt. Ltd., is looking for an enthusiastic, self-starting individual to help coordinate marketing and partnership efforts across multiple platforms, including Mobile Operators, Media (TV Channels, which have good international web traffic), Mobile App Stores, social media outlets (e.g. Facebook Twitter) and various web sites which have high South Asian traffic.
Salary package would be between Rs.100K to 150K per month based on experience and qualification.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILI TIES:
· Exploring various B2C optionsDUTIES/RESPONSIBILI TIES:
Operators:
· Preparing proposals for various Mobile Operators (both national and international) with the specified solution and presenting them.· Maintaining business relations with mobile operators to get the deals done.
· Acting as a primary point of contact for Mobile Operators.
Media (TV Channels which have good international web traffic):
· Preparing proposals for various TV channels in Pakistan, which have good international web traffic on their web sites, with the specified solution and presenting them.· Maintaining business relations with such Media people to get the deals done.
· Acting as a primary point of contact for Media related organizations/ TV channels.
Mobile App Stores:
· Analyzing and recommending different marketing campaigns on various Mobile App Stores (Apple App Store, Blackberry App World, OVI, Android Market etc.).· Responsible for running different marketing campaigns on various Mobile App Stores and sharing the marketing stats with the top management.
Other Web Sites/Portals:
· Preparing proposals for all such web sites/portals/ social media for various kind of partnerships to promote our product.
EDUCATION:
· MBA, preferably in marketing from a reputable university. Preference will be given to LUMS/IBA Karachi graduates.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
· At least 8 years of related marketing and business development experience
· Outstanding project management and organization skills; ability to manage many moving pieces in short timeframes and prioritize the most important ones
· Familiarity with email marketing, community development, and marketing in social channels such as Facebook, Twitter, etc.
· Experience working with internal and external partners.
· Team player with great interpersonal skills – position requires close communication with global colleagues in various functional groups (PR, legal, product management, product marketing, creative services)
· Working knowledge of MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word and MS Outlook
· Hands-on work ethic, detail-oriented
· Excellent writing and editing skills
· Experience in search engine optimization preferred
2. MANAGER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT (01 Position)
Vopium Pvt. Ltd., is looking for an enthusiastic, self-starting individual who can become the part of our marketing team to help coordinate marketing and partnership efforts across multiple platforms, including Mobile Operators, Media (TV Channels, which have good international web traffic), Mobile App Stores, social media outlets (e.g. Facebook, Twitter etc.) and various web sites which have high South Asian traffic.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILI TIES:
· Maintaining business relations with potentials clients/collaborato rs and conducting regular follow ups on related matters.
· Conducting different marketing researches on the assigned areas/tasks and preparing write ups/proposal.
· Helping in running different marketing campaigns on either Mobile AppStore or on various Social Medias platforms.
· Exploring various B2C options
EDUCATION:
· MBA, preferably in marketing from a reputable university
· MBA from LUMS and IBA Karachi would definitely be a plus
WORK EXPERIENCE:
· At least one year experience.
· Fresh Grads can also apply.
3. iPhone DEVELOPER: (02 Position)
Required Skill Set
• At least bachelors in computer sciences or equivalent• 1 - 3 years experience in software development, including expertise in C++
• At least one year hands on experience in Objective-C and iPhone SDK
• Familiarity with Xcode, Instruments and Shark optimization, analysis tools and developing and delivering products using Cocoa on the Mac
• Proven ability to deliver complex projects on time with excellent problem solving skills
• Proven ability to turn ideas and concepts into carefully designed and well-authored code
Job Description
• Responsible for designing and developing applications on iPhone platform.• Responsible for developing new ideas for iPhone mobile handsets
• Liaison with QA department to fix reported bugs
• Responsible for being compliant with the prevailed processes for development
Educational Background & Experience
• 1 - 3 years related experience
• BCS/MCS or equivalent
4. ANDROID DEVELOPER (02 Position)
Skill Set Required:
· At least 1 years of practical experience in Android SDK· Development experience on different mobile handsets
· Should have strong Java and Object Oriented concepts
· Development knowledge in J2ME and Blackberry will definitely be a plus
· Education: BS/MS in Computer Science from a reputable university
Job Description:
· Responsible for developing and maintaining Vopium product on Android handsets
· Responsible for developing new ideas for various mobile handsets
· Liaison with QA department to fix reported bugs
· Responsible for being compliant with the prevailed processes for development
5. BlackBerry DEVELOPER (01 Position)
Skill Set Required:
· At least 1 year of practical experience in application development on Blackberry Platform· Development experience on different mobile handsets
· Should have strong Java and Object Oriented concepts
· Development knowledge in J2ME and Blackberry will definitely be a plus
· Education: BS/MS in Computer Science from a reputable university
Job Description:
· Responsible for developing and maintaining Vopium product on BlackBerry handsets
· Responsible for developing new ideas for various mobile handsets
· Liaison with QA department to fix reported bugs
· Responsible for being compliant with the prevailed processes for development
6. C/C++ (SIP/RTP Stack) DEVELOPER (02 Position)
Skill Set Required:
· At least 2 years of practical experience in C/C++ (SIP/RTP Stack writing)· Should have full understanding of RFC 3261 (Session Initiation Protocol) and RFC 3550 (Real-time Transport Protocol)
· Experience in working with SIP/RTP libraries
· Having practical knowledge of using open source libraries and licensing issues
· Hands on proven experience in C/C++.
· Should have practical experience of using STL
· Well aware of building applications and libraries for Linux/windows.
· Knowledge of Python and Perl will be considered as plus point
Job Description:
· Responsible for developing SIP/RTP Stack for various mobile devices
· Responsible for developing new ideas for various mobile handsets
· Liaison with QA department to fix reported bugs
· Responsible for being compliant with the prevailed processes for development
7. VOIP DEVELOPER: (02 Position)
Required Skill Set
• Clear Understanding and Concepts of VoIP & Underlying Protocols and Technologies.• A minimum of two years experience with different VoIP switches and platforms like Asterisk, FreeSWITCH, MVTS, Nextone, Call-Weaver, SER and different billing platforms.
• Development skills in C/C++, Perl, Python and PHP.
• A min of one year development experience in any of above three programming language in a VoIP server side project.
• Experience in C language is must.
Job Description
• Responsible for designing and developing VOPIUM VoIP platform including switch level development, Configurations and billing.• Responsible for designing and developing Vopium IM VoIP platform.
• Should also be involved in routing and maintain already running services.
Educational Background & Experience
• 2+ years related experience
• BCS/MCS or equivalent
8. SOFTWARE TEST ENGINEER: WEB PLATFORM (01 Position)
Required Skill Set
• Should have a test to break attitude and should be able to design positive & negative test scenarios based on the validation on controls, cookies etc.• Must be a good collaborator who is detail-oriented, pro-active, and able to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and follow-through on tasks.
• Ability to estimate task durations and meet schedules.
• Detailed knowledge and passion working in an Agile environment
• Proven experience testing complex systems and interfaces
• Thorough knowledge of structured test methods and processes
Job Description
• Responsible for testing of assigned projects including writing and executing the test cases.• Responsible for preparing scenario matrix.
• Defect management which includes logging, reviewing tracking the bugs
• Should understand the requirements fully and initiate discussions with concerned people to seek clarifications on unclear/unspecified requirements
• Should do the impact analysis of the changed functional requirements
• Tracking self progress as per the schedule
• Maintaining and keeping up to date, all the testing related documents
• Should be able to setup & maintain the test environment
• Be a part of a team that has delivered leading VoIP telecom solution and is known for its innovative approach in solving customer problems
Educational Background & Experience
• 1-2 years experience in quality assurance preferably in a product development organization, including testing web applications
• BCS/ MCS or equivalent
9. SOFTWARE TEST ENGINEER: MOBILE PHONES PLATFORM (02 Position)
Required Skill Set
• Candidate with Mobile application testing background is a MUST.• Should possess good knowledge of Mobile applications domain and should have worked on at least operating systems like Symbian, Android, Windows Mobile, and iPhone.
• Should have a test to break attitude and should be able to design positive & negative test scenarios based on the validation on controls.
• Must be a good collaborator who is detail-oriented, pro-active, and able to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and follow-through on tasks.
• Ability to estimate task durations and meet schedules.
• Detailed knowledge and passion working in an Agile environment
• Proven experience testing complex systems and interfaces on mobile platforms.
• Thorough knowledge of structured test methods and processes
Job Description
• Responsible for testing of assigned projects including writing and executing the test cases.• Responsible for preparing scenario matrix.
• Defect management which includes logging, reviewing tracking the bugs
• Should understand the requirements fully and initiate discussions with concerned people to seek clarifications on unclear/unspecified requirements
• Should do the impact analysis of the changed functional requirements
• Tracking self progress as per the schedule
• Maintaining and keeping up to date, all the testing related documents
• Should be able to setup & maintain the test environment
• Be a part of a team that has delivered leading VoIP telecom solution and is known for its innovative approach in solving customer problems
Educational Background & Experience
• 1-2 years experience in quality assurance preferably in a product development organization, including testing web applications
• BCS/MCS or equivalent
10. TECHNICAL WRITER (01 Position)
Skill Set Required:
· At least 3 years of experience in writing User Guides, Functional Specifications, Requirements Specifications, Content Writing and blogging.· Should have excellent English writing skills and should be able to translate complex logic in simple words
· Be able to write user friendly and easy to understand User Guides of the products by keeping in mind the target users
· Passionate about writing
· Education: Any masters degree from some reputable university
· Should be familiar with SDLC
· This position may lead the role of “Business Analyst”
Job Description:
· Responsible for preparing and updating User Guides for the product on various Operating Systems· Responsible for preparing Requirement Specifications and Functional Specifications documents and keep them updated with the ongoing modifications
· Communicating with the team to understand the functionality of the application and product to translate in the simple English for the end user.
· Communicating with the related team members to understand the upcoming application functionalities and prepare the Functional Specifications accordingly
11. ONLINE MARKETING SPECIALIST (02 Positions)
Skill Set Required:
· At least should have 2 to 4 years of related experience· Creating high level Viral / WOM campaigns aimed to provide visibility and buzz to online products
· Establishing a network of influential bloggers within target audience to create maximum visibility and buzz.
· Internet marketing on blogs forums and other channels to influence users to use product and services (Assigned projects).
· Fluent in visual design and layout design based on usability principles and interaction’s best practices.
· She/he should be able to Refine the overall user experience W.R.T Concept and development of new features.
· Create develop and analyze website users and visitors statistical data.
· Should have the knowledge of SEO and Social Media Marketing.
· Education: MBA/BBA from some reputable university
Job Description:
· Creating marketing copy and materials Logo, brand personality and tone of voice development.· Will be responsible for online marketing initiatives in all aspects of online marketing
12. SCM (Software Configuration Management) Engineer (01 Position)
Skill Set Required:
· At least 1 - 3 years of practical experience in SCM· A degree in computer sciences or equivalent
· Should have good concept of Software Configuration Management
· Identification and Version controlling using Tortoise SVN
· Basic Linux Experience
· Basic Administration and configuration of web servers Apache and Tomcat
· Configuration Auditing and Reporting
· Basic knowledge of Linux Shell Scripting
· Good understanding of Software Configuration Management
· Knowledge of Linux or Sun-Solaris platform would be preferable, though not necessary
· Thirst to learn and grow
Job Description:
· Responsible for developing SIP/RTP Stack for various mobile devices
· Actively works to ensure smooth and timely software builds, release management and software deployments on development, staging and production systems
· Troubleshoots and fixes configuration and deployment issues using appropriate tools
· Monitors configurations and production systems with real time monitoring and alert systems to proactively predict, figure out and address impending problems with software systems
· Prepares configuration management status reports for relevant stakeholders
· Facilitates in establishing and implementing configuration management processes and SCM best practices
· Facilitates in exploration and induction of tools and technologies related to SCM and release management aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the function
· Responsible for being compliant with the prevailed processes for development
13. Network and System Support Engineer (01 Position)
Skill Set Required:
· At least 1 - 3 years of practical experience in Network and System Support· A degree in computer sciences or equivalent
· Should have the experience in Systems Administration, Domain Controller Administration, Antivirus Server Administration, and Operating System Administration.
· Strong Knowledge of all Windows based Operating Systems, Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7.
· Management of Windows Server environment Server 2003, 2008.
· Hands on experience in managing Active Directory, DNS, & DHCP server.
· Basic knowledge of Cisco firewalls, Linux OS.
· Ability to troubleshoot/ fix PC software/hardware issues without supervision.
· Hands on experience of Managing and Troubleshooting a LAN of 100 Plus computers
Job Description:
· Will be responsible for implementing User Policies, Group Policies at OS level, Hardware, software troubleshooting, LAN Understanding, Software Installations, Email server/client trouble shooting, Remote supervision of all nodes
· Responsible for being compliant with the prevailed processes for development
We offer excellent working environment, competitive remuneration, employment benefits and long-term growth opportunity to qualified and dedicated professionals. We are an equal opportunity employer. Interested applicants should forward their resumes at the following email address; resumes will be treated on the basis of first come first serve:
OB|| NETWORK SURVEILLANCE for Huawei Malaysia
Good day,
Job opportunity in the Network Surveillance position for Huawei Malaysia. If you are interested and your skills matches the JD below please do email your updated CV + Contact Details to
NETWORK SURVEILLANCE X 8 POSITIONS.
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Huawei Msia
Period : 9 months
Offer package for candidate (applicable to NON MALAYSIAN ONLY)
Salary +Allowances for Local Accommodation, transportation, call, insurance = USD 3500
WP, VISA & 1 returned air ticket ----------------- provided by ParaCell
Personal income tax & management fees --------candidate is responsible; we need to deduct at least USD200 from basic rate
Skill set requirement-Network Surveillance Engineer
· Experience in remote monitoring and troubleshooting of Huawei core, datacom and/or optical equipments
· Experience in using Huawei EMS platform (such as M2000, U2000, etc)
· Experience in the following Huawei equipment is a plus - RM9000, U2000, S2300, S5300 and S9300, CX600, NE40E, MA5612, MA8245, SmartAX MA5600T and Firewall / SIG - Eudemon 8160E.
· Managed Services experience is a strong plus
Best Regards,
Dheeraj Singh
Resourcing Manager
ParaCell (M) Sdn Bhd
Unit B-2-03, SME Technopreneur Centre 1,
2270, Jalan Usahawan 2,
63000 Cyberjaya, MALAYSIA.
JOB|| IT || Vacancies for Junior Developer
There are a couple of job opportunities in a reputed organization. I would appreciate if you could refer this to individuals who may qualify for the following requirements.
1. PHP, Javascript , CSS , XHTML
2. CMS knowledge would be plus : Joomla , Word press , Drupal
3. Strong knowledge of Database MYSQL , SQL Server
3. Preferably 1 year of experience (Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply)
Resumes can be sent to my email address umairca@gmail.com
JOB|| IT ||Strategic Systems Intl. (LAHORE BASED)
Dear All,
Strategic Systems International (SSI) is offering job opportunities to experienced software professionals. Details of the open positions are below:
SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
Technologies: ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server
Req. Experience: 2 - 7 Years
Designation: Software Engineer / Senior Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer (Depending upon the experience)
No. of Open Positions: 5
Technologies: C++/VC++
Req. Experience: 2 - 3 Years
Designation: Software Engineer / Senior Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer (Depending upon the experience)
No. of Open Positions: 4
SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE
Req. Experience: 2+ Years of SQA experience (Proficiency in SQL Query Writing is a big plus)
Designation: Quality Assurance Engineer / Senior Quality Assurance Engineer (Depending upon the experience)
No. of Open Positions: 4
Forward us your updated CVs at jobs@ssidecisions. com (with email subject: "Job Application" ) if you are interested in any of these opportunities
Thanks,
Madiha Ghias
HR Executive
Strategic Systems International Inc.
www.ssidecisions. com
www.ssidecisions. com
Urgent openings for 2G/3G RF Engineers in Eastern Europe.
Currently we have multiple openings for RF Engineers. (Russian speakers preferred)
Location: Eastern Europe.
1. Senior 3G RF planning engineer - 6 positions open
Duration: 1 year
2. Senior 3G RF planning engineer, Huawei capable planner/optimizer, Russian speaking - 2 positions open
Duration: 4 months
3. 2G RF engineer to perform RF planning & verification, project Motorola SWAP - 1 position open
Duration: 1 year
If interested please send in your resume at richa.kainthola@netc-intl.com or else please pass these details to your friends or colleagues looking for opportunity.
Location: Eastern Europe.
1. Senior 3G RF planning engineer - 6 positions open
Duration: 1 year
2. Senior 3G RF planning engineer, Huawei capable planner/optimizer, Russian speaking - 2 positions open
Duration: 4 months
3. 2G RF engineer to perform RF planning & verification, project Motorola SWAP - 1 position open
Duration: 1 year
If interested please send in your resume at richa.kainthola@netc-intl.com or else please pass these details to your friends or colleagues looking for opportunity.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Budgets in red
The sound of pens scratching on paper can be heard everywhere. In homes across the country people are desperately attempting to manage budgets. Whether they draw a salary or make money from business, the issue is the same; how to make ends meet when inflation marches relentlessly on and an apparently merciless government continues to demand more from people who have little to give. No matter what maths they do, whether they multiply, divide, add or subtract, the budgets people desperately attempt to draw up come up repeatedly in red. The addition of new taxes on natural gas means bills will rise by an average of Rs10. Nepra has approved a whopping tariff rise for the KESC, from Rs0.6 per unit to Rs.1.77 to compensate for the higher cost of fuel from June last year to March 2010 as a result of the fuel price increase. The additional costs will be added on to bills from now to December. Even though they see power for shorter and shorter period each day, consumers will be paying more for the utility. The threat of a further oil price rise also hovers. Meanwhile, the government is reported to be all set to revise the mechanism for setting petroleum prices which will then be fixed by oil-distributing companies with little intervention from the government through OGRA.
All this comes alongside post-budgetary increases in the costs of many items as a result of new tax imposition. Utility consumers can indeed expect still worse in July when a power tariff increase is likely to meet IMF conditionalities. We wonder if the government is, to any degree, aware of the immense burden these increases place on people. Do planners for a moment consider how they manage when subsidies are removed or prices increased without warning? Surely the primary duty of any government elected by voters is to safeguard the interests of citizens. It is of course easy to say the government needs more resources or that it has no options but to push up prices in the light of commitments made to the IMF. Already, people are paying the cost of these agreements. They are reaching a point where it's becoming almost impossible. The point to be made is that other options are available. Administrative expenses can be cut; so too can the salaries of ministers. The lavish lifestyle of those in power is visible every day. Many citizens ask, as they carefully consider how best to utilise hard-earned money, if it is really necessary to take large contingents on each foreign tour or use private planes to jet around the country. Indeed, our leaders should themselves announce cuts in their salaries in view of national hardship. There are also other potential strategies to deal with inflation. Analysts have put a number of these forward through their columns or in papers read out at seminars. The government needs to recognise that we face an emergency – a calamity as grave as that brought by any quake or cyclone. Measures on the same footing are required to tackle it. A conference of experts should be called, suggestions sought from the business community and a way found to stop the price hike which is threatening to strangulate people.
All this comes alongside post-budgetary increases in the costs of many items as a result of new tax imposition. Utility consumers can indeed expect still worse in July when a power tariff increase is likely to meet IMF conditionalities. We wonder if the government is, to any degree, aware of the immense burden these increases place on people. Do planners for a moment consider how they manage when subsidies are removed or prices increased without warning? Surely the primary duty of any government elected by voters is to safeguard the interests of citizens. It is of course easy to say the government needs more resources or that it has no options but to push up prices in the light of commitments made to the IMF. Already, people are paying the cost of these agreements. They are reaching a point where it's becoming almost impossible. The point to be made is that other options are available. Administrative expenses can be cut; so too can the salaries of ministers. The lavish lifestyle of those in power is visible every day. Many citizens ask, as they carefully consider how best to utilise hard-earned money, if it is really necessary to take large contingents on each foreign tour or use private planes to jet around the country. Indeed, our leaders should themselves announce cuts in their salaries in view of national hardship. There are also other potential strategies to deal with inflation. Analysts have put a number of these forward through their columns or in papers read out at seminars. The government needs to recognise that we face an emergency – a calamity as grave as that brought by any quake or cyclone. Measures on the same footing are required to tackle it. A conference of experts should be called, suggestions sought from the business community and a way found to stop the price hike which is threatening to strangulate people.
Pakistan’s top shuttler eyes London Olympics
Pakistan’s top ranked badminton player Rizwan Azam said that he along with his doubles partner Kashif Sulehri could easily secure a berth in the doubles event of the London Olympics.
Rizwan said that that could happen if they could contest in around six to seven tournaments a year leading up to 2012.
“We (Rizwan and Kashif) were ranked 62nd in the world circuit in 2007 because we participated in around four tournaments back to back at that time. However, after that the funds were not available and we failed to participate in international events and as a consequence our rankings fell below 300,” Rizwan Azam told PPI on Tuesday.
“But now after winning the Maldives Challenge Open doubles event recently, our rankings got a boost and now we sit at No 125 spot in the international circuit. If we get backing from the government and if they provide us enough funds so that we could compete in around six to seven international tournaments in a year, we could easily get direct berth in London Olympics in 2012,” he stressed.
He added that they ranked 62nd back in 2007 even when they (he and Kashif) were new to each other and they didnít had an effective combination as they now have developed after having played much time together. “Now we have a very effective combination as our results Maldives Challenge results show, in which we started as minnows and eventually claimed the title,” he said.
“If we feature in tournaments as our Sri Lankan or Indian counterparts do, securing a place in London Olympics is an easy job since top fifty pairs normally get a direct berth. I believe if we compete in eight or nine tournaments a year as Sri Lankans and Indians do, we can even break into top twenty doubles rankings,” he explained.
He said that Pakistan has great talent in Badminton and added that if the players are properly groomed and given chance to compete in the international tournaments, they are capable of bringing laurels to the country.
“However, funds are very important for the development of the game. At least six tournaments should regularly be organized on national level and players should also be regularly sent for international tournaments,” he said.
Rizwan said that that could happen if they could contest in around six to seven tournaments a year leading up to 2012.
“We (Rizwan and Kashif) were ranked 62nd in the world circuit in 2007 because we participated in around four tournaments back to back at that time. However, after that the funds were not available and we failed to participate in international events and as a consequence our rankings fell below 300,” Rizwan Azam told PPI on Tuesday.
“But now after winning the Maldives Challenge Open doubles event recently, our rankings got a boost and now we sit at No 125 spot in the international circuit. If we get backing from the government and if they provide us enough funds so that we could compete in around six to seven international tournaments in a year, we could easily get direct berth in London Olympics in 2012,” he stressed.
He added that they ranked 62nd back in 2007 even when they (he and Kashif) were new to each other and they didnít had an effective combination as they now have developed after having played much time together. “Now we have a very effective combination as our results Maldives Challenge results show, in which we started as minnows and eventually claimed the title,” he said.
“If we feature in tournaments as our Sri Lankan or Indian counterparts do, securing a place in London Olympics is an easy job since top fifty pairs normally get a direct berth. I believe if we compete in eight or nine tournaments a year as Sri Lankans and Indians do, we can even break into top twenty doubles rankings,” he explained.
He said that Pakistan has great talent in Badminton and added that if the players are properly groomed and given chance to compete in the international tournaments, they are capable of bringing laurels to the country.
“However, funds are very important for the development of the game. At least six tournaments should regularly be organized on national level and players should also be regularly sent for international tournaments,” he said.
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