Naza serves as the Chief Strategy and Services Officer (CSSO) at KWAP, where he leads the organization’s corporate strategy, organizational transformation, and key service delivery. He plays an integral role in shaping KWAP’s long-term direction, aligning strategic priorities with its KWAP’s mandate, and supports cross-functional execution across multiple divisions.

In this capacity, Naza leads key enterprise-wide initiatives, including enterprise sustainability, pension reform efforts, and institutional capacity building. His leadership is instrumental in steering KWAP through transformative change anchoring on organisational agility, resilience, and long-term value creation.

Prior to his current appointment, Naza headed the Portfolio Strategy and Research Department, where he led the development of KWAP’s investment strategy, Strategic Asset Allocation (SAA), and internal research capabilities. He also played a key role in the enhancement of KWAP’s investment governance and the advancement of responsible investment practices across the organisation.

With over 25 years of experience in capital markets, Naza has held numerous leadership roles focused on strategy and research. His experience and forward-thinking approach have been pivotal to KWAP’s evolution into a dynamic and purpose-driven sovereign wealth pension fund.