Ayesha Sharif Alif
Summary
Policy oriented development professional with experience in research, stakeholder engagement, and diplomatic coordination. Skilled in political and policy analysis, drafting briefing materials, and managing high level engagements with government, development partners and foreign missions. Demonstrated ability to translate complex issues into clear, structured insights. Have a strong interest in governance, international cooperation and Bangladesh's political landscape
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Consultant
Groyyo Consulting Private Limited
Dhaka
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed implementation of donor-funded projects (PROGRESS and BYETS), ensuring coordination across stakeholders and timely delivery.
- Designed and conducted training programs (ToT, ToA, IBT, WBT) in RMG sector
- Developed research tools (WASH, ESG, GESI), conducted FGDs and KIIs, and produced analytical reports.
- Authored articles on sustainability and WASH, contributing to knowledge dissemination.
- Supported proposal development, stakeholder communication, and procurement.
Program Assistant (CVF Secretariat)
Global Center of Adaptation
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Supported Bangladesh's CVF Presidency through coordination with embassies, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and international stakeholders.
- Organised bilateral meetings with ambassadors and national-level engagements.
- Drafted talking points, briefing notes, and concept notes for the CVF Special Envoy.
- Contributed to the establishment of national and international initiatives (SEED, BES, and Global Parliamentarian Group).
- Coordinated high level events and diplomatic engagements
Research Officer (Knowledge Managemnt)
Bangladesh Centre for Advanced Studies (BCAS)
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Conducted multi-sectoral research (CapNet, Empower, SAKTEE, CFTM), delivering policy analysis, comprehensive data collection, and detailed reporting to inform strategic decisions.
- Prepared quarterly and annual reports, fostering effective communication with donors and partners to ensure alignment on project outcomes.
- Coordinated with national and international partners (UN Women, ICCCAD, BCCT).
- Organised stakeholder consultations, national dialogues, and international conferences.
- Drafted expressions of interest, terms of reference, and memorandums of understanding, facilitating clear project guidelines and stakeholder expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSc in Environmental Science
North South University
Dhaka01-2020
Skills
- Political and policy analysis
- Report writing and briefing notes
- Stakeholder coordination
- Event facilitation and organization
- Research design and qualitative analysis
- Technical proficiency in software
Certification
- Systematic Review- Meta Analysis with Bibliometric Analysis (Certified by CDA)
- Gender Action Learning and Application of Feminist Approach in Gender Transformative Research Program (BCAS)
Publication
- Change Agents: Training and empowering workers for a stronger and healthier workforce
https://consulting.groyyo.com/change-agents-training-and-empowering-workers-for-a-stronger-and-healthier-workforce/
- Climate Change Induced Gender Based Violence against Women during Water Collection: A Case Study in Shatkhira Upazilla, Bangladesh
https://capnet-bd.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Case_study_Report_-2020_CN_BD.pdf
- Making Water Everyone's Business: Opportunities and Challenges on implementing RWHS in textile industries of Bangladesh
References
- Mr. Imtiaz Mullick
Business Manager
Groyyo Consulting Private Limited
Email: imtiaz@groyyo.com
Office: +8801766986427
- Ms. Sobrunnesa Chowdhury Priya
Deputy Manager
BRAC
Email: s.nessa.cftm@gmail.com
Office: +8801779295057
Timeline
Associate Consultant
Groyyo Consulting Private Limited
06.2023 - 07.2024
Program Assistant (CVF Secretariat)
Global Center of Adaptation
04.2022 - 10.2022
Research Officer (Knowledge Managemnt)
Bangladesh Centre for Advanced Studies (BCAS)
01.2020 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - BSc in Environmental Science
North South University