Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 29 years of experience, the expert specializes in socio-economic research, resettlement, and gender development. Key skills encompass conducting baseline studies, feasibility assessments, and impact evaluations. The expert has led multi-disciplinary teams in both local and international projects, contributing to sectors like water resources, environment, and infrastructure. Career highlights include the preparation and implementation of strategic plans such as Resettlement Plans and Gender Action Plans. Responsibilities have included guiding project management units and ensuring compliance with international standards, significantly enhancing community development initiatives.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the Asian Development Bank (ADB), World Bank, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), UNDP, and UNICEF. Experience includes project implementation, technical assistance, and evaluations in sectors like water resources, environment, education, and infrastructure. The projects, both national and sector-specific, were primarily conducted in Bangladesh, focusing on socio-economic development, resettlement, and gender empowerment. The expert's work with these donors has contributed to significant improvements in governance and community development initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors such as rural development, gender, social development, and water and sanitation. Previously held roles such as Sociologist, Social Development and Gender Specialist, and Resettlement/Social Safeguard Specialist. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge spans socio-economic research, resettlement planning, and gender empowerment, with a focus on integrating environmental and infrastructure considerations into development projects. Primarily country-specific to Bangladesh, the expert's work has addressed both urban and rural challenges, contributing to significant advancements in community development and resource management. Extensive geographic experience in Bangladesh demonstrates a deep familiarity with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, reflected through long-term assignments and recurring involvement in numerous socio-economic and infrastructure projects.

Languages and education

With a background in English, the expert uses this language extensively in professional settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams on international projects. Additionally, the expert is fluent in Bangla, the native language, facilitating effective communication in local contexts. This linguistic capability supports engagement in diverse socio-economic and development projects, enhancing collaboration and stakeholder interactions. The expert holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Background includes completing an M. Phil. and an M.S.S. in Sociology, as well as a B.S.S. in Sociology from the same institution. Furthermore, the expert obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Japanese Studies from the Japan Study Center at the University of Dhaka. This educational background underpins extensive research and professional work in socio-economic development and gender studies.