Our Team

Md. Mohasin

Managing Director

Accomplished development professional with over 15 years of proven expertise in Research, Evaluation, MIS, MEAL, Module & Policy Development and Facilitating Training in the sector of health, social development, agriculture, education, environment, climate change, TVET, MIS, LMIS etc. Experienced in designing, managing, and enhancing Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) frameworks for diverse national and international development programs. Skilled in research methodologies, statistical sampling, data analysis, and program management, with a strong foundation in environmental monitoring, climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction, and governance. Proven track record of collaboration with prominent donors, including the World Bank, ADB, WHO, FAO, IFAD, USAID, WI, U.S. Department of State, ACIAR, Green Climate Fund, NED, and BPRM, within INGO settings in Bangladesh. Proficient in data management and analysis, leveraging GIS, statistical software, and data visualization tools to deliver actionable insights and spatial analyses that inform decision-making and program effectiveness. Dedicated to advancing sustainable development through evidence-based practices, stakeholder engagement, and innovative solutions.

Md Jamal Uddin, PhD

Senior Advisor (Research)

Dr. Md. Jamal Uddin is a Professor (Grade-2) in the Department of Statistics at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST), Bangladesh, and a distinguished specialist in applied statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, and public health. He holds a PhD in Biostatistics, Pharmacoepidemiology and Clinical Pharmacology from Utrecht University, the Netherlands, and has completed postdoctoral research at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, along with specialized training at Hasselt University, Belgium. With over 20 years of academic, research, and consultancy experience, he has extensive expertise in advanced statistical modelling, causal inference, machine learning, complex survey analysis, and population health research. Recognized among the World’s Top 2% Scientists in the 2024 Stanford University global list, he has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed scientific publications. His research spans epidemiology, maternal and child health, infectious diseases, health systems, and climate change impacts on health.

Kazi Mahmudur Rahman

Senior Advisor (Evaluations)

Kazi Mahmudur Rahman is a Development Studies Specialist, Labour Market and Governance Research Expert, and Associate Professor at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), where he currently serves as Head. He holds a PhD in International Relations with a specialization in Development Studies from the University of Queensland, Australia, and has over 23 years of experience in academic research, policy analysis, and development consultancy. His expertise encompasses labour market governance, decent work, labour rights, the informal economy, trade policy, migration, gender-responsive governance, and the ready-made garment (RMG) sector. He has led and contributed to more than 50 national and international research and policy studies, collaborating with organizations including the ILO, USAID, UN Women, EU, World Bank, ADB, and CPD. His work focuses on evidence-based policy development, socio-economic transformation, inclusive development, and strengthening labour rights and governance in Bangladesh.

FERDOUSI AKTER, PhD

Senior Advisor (Community Development, Special needs and Gender)

Ferdousi Akter, PhD, is a distinguished researcher and gender specialist with over 25 years of experience in gender equality, feminist research, gender-based violence (GBV) prevention, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), menstrual health management (MHM), and humanitarian programming. She holds a PhD in Community Development (Gender) from Universiti Putra Malaysia and a Master of Public Health in Population and Reproductive Health from State University, Bangladesh. Her expertise includes mixed-methods research, gender audits, social safeguards, gender mainstreaming, and community-based assessments, particularly in Rohingya refugee and host-community contexts. She has worked with prominent national and international organizations, including the World Bank, UNFPA, UN Women, GIZ, IOM, Caritas Bangladesh, and BCAS. Her professional strengths include research design, field team supervision, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, capacity building, and evidence-based reporting to advance gender-responsive and inclusive development.

Dr. Md. Rakibul Hoque

Senior Advisor (Management Information System)

Dr. Md. Rakibul Hoque is a Professor in the Department of Management Information Systems at the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh, with over 18 years of experience in information systems, digital transformation, e-governance, data analytics, and ICT for development. He holds a PhD in Management Science and Engineering from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China, and an MSc in Management and Information Systems from the University of Manchester, UK. His expertise includes MIS design and development, big data analytics, business intelligence, digital health solutions, labour market intelligence, and monitoring and evaluation systems. He has led numerous national and international research and consultancy projects, including initiatives on job skills forecasting, mobile-based patient monitoring, and digital service delivery. A Fulbright Scholar and author of more than 50 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Hoque brings strong expertise in research leadership, technology innovation, data-driven decision-making, and digital development.

MUHAMMAD SHAIKH HASSAN

Head of Research and Evaluation

Muhammad Shaikh Hassan is an anthropologist and public health research professional with extensive experience in qualitative and mixed-methods research, community engagement, health systems, and social and behavioural studies. He holds a Master of Medical Science in Public Health from the University of Malaya, Malaysia, and a Master of Social Science in Anthropology from Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST), Bangladesh. He currently works as a Research Investigator at icddr,b on the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) project, supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His previous experience includes research assignments with Action Against Hunger, CIPRB, BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health, and SUST. His expertise includes research design, FGD and KII facilitation, field team supervision, qualitative data analysis, community-based research, and scientific report writing. He has also contributed to international peer-reviewed publications on health systems, antimicrobial resistance, and public health policy in Bangladesh.

MD. ROKON UDDIN

Senior Software Developer / Web Developer

Md. Rokon Uddin is a Software and Web Development Specialist with over 10 years of experience in designing, developing, and deploying scalable web applications, enterprise software, and government information systems. He holds an MSc and a BSc in Computer Science and Engineering from National University, Bangladesh. He currently serves as a Junior IT Specialist in the Programming Division of the Planning Commission, where he contributes to government systems development, Annual Development Programme (ADP) reporting, API integration, database optimization, and application security. His technical expertise includes PHP, Laravel, JavaScript, Vue.js, React, Node.js, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and RESTful API development. He has extensive experience in system architecture, GIS-based resource management platforms, database optimization, and enterprise application development. His strengths include delivering secure, high-performance digital solutions, integrating complex information systems, and supporting technology-driven organizational development.

Duniya Khandokar

Senior Gender Specialist

Duniya Khandokar is a Gender and Knowledge Management Specialist with over 20 years of experience in gender equality, gender-based violence (GBV) prevention, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), women’s economic empowerment, and capacity building. She holds a Master’s degree in Gender Studies and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. Her expertise includes developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), survivor-centred frameworks, training manuals, toolkits, and organizational development strategies. She has worked with leading national and international organizations, including CARE, Oxfam, ActionAid, IRC, UNICEF, ILO, and York University, contributing to feminist leadership, human rights, policy advocacy, and inclusive development initiatives. She has extensive experience in designing training-of-trainers (ToT) programmes, facilitating capacity-building activities, strengthening community-based organizations and networks, and promoting gender-responsive practices for marginalized and vulnerable groups.

Md. Mehedi Hasan

Data Analyst and Research Associate

Md. Mehedi Hasan is an aspiring Front-End Developer with a strong foundation in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and responsive user interface development. He is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering at the International University of Business Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT), maintaining a CGPA of 3.61. He has developed several practical web applications, including API-based e-commerce platforms, movie search applications, interactive games, productivity tools, and a travel journal. His technical skills also include Python, C, SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Tailwind CSS, Power BI, and Microsoft Excel. Passionate about continuous learning and innovation, he aims to build accessible, interactive, and user-friendly web applications while contributing to collaborative software development projects.