I am a sociologist and development professional with over four years of experience leading programs in health, nutrition, gender equality, protection, and social behavior change communication (SBCC). My expertise lies in fostering strategic partnerships, advocating for inclusive policies, and coordinating with government and non-government stakeholders to achieve sustainable development outcomes. Throughout my career, I have worked on diverse development projects with organizations like SHED and SARPV. Currently, I occupy a supervisory role as the Gender and SBCC focal person at SHED, leading initiatives to advance equity and inclusive development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nutrition Supervisor
Society for Health Extension and Development (SHED)
02.2022 - 12.2024
Ensured the effective implementation and monitoring of health and gender support programs, including MIYCN, GMP, TSFP, OTP, BSFP, and SBCC activities, using established tools and frameworks to assess program performance and impact
Monitored and supported adolescent nutrition awareness programs, including the distribution of Iron-Folic Acid (IFA) and field-based sessions, ensuring alignment with program goals and quality standards
Provided comprehensive support for accurate data entry, database management, and error minimization, maintaining high data integrity standards for monitoring and evaluation purposes
Prepared detailed program activity reports, case studies, and donor reports, ensuring compliance with donor and organizational reporting requirements
Analyzed program data to generate actionable insights, contributing to continuously improving program strategies and activities
Maintained effective coordination with government and non-government stakeholders to ensure smooth program operations and timely data collection
Established and upheld robust child safeguarding and protection protocols, facilitating referrals and ensuring accountability to affected populations
Led capacity-building initiatives by training and mentoring staff on monitoring and evaluation tools, techniques, and best practices to enhance program quality
Provided supportive supervision and technical assistance to improve data collection, analysis, and reporting processes
Contributed to reviewing and adapting program activities based on monitoring and evaluation findings, ensuring the integration of lessons learned into program planning and implementation
Supported the design and implementation of complementary activities, such as cooking demonstrations and SBCC initiatives, to address gaps identified during program evaluations
Union Nutrition Supervisor
Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for Physically Vulnerable (SARPV)
04.2021 - 12.2021
Supervised and monitored the management of acute malnutrition and Growth Monitoring and Promotion (GMP) activities, ensuring effective implementation using standardized tools and methodologies
Evaluated the impact of School Health and Nutrition programs, assessing their effectiveness in promoting adolescent health, hygiene, diet, and IFA consumption
Designed and implemented data collection frameworks to accurately track program indicators and support informed decision-making
Prepared and submitted comprehensive statistical and narrative reports, including case studies, to track program progress and support donor reporting
Managed and maintained nutrition and protection program databases, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and organizational and donor standards compliance
Conducted data analysis to provide actionable recommendations for program improvements and promote data-driven decision-making
Facilitated accountability mechanisms by engaging beneficiaries, guardians, and community groups in feedback processes to inform program design and adjustments
Documented lessons learned and best practices to support continuous learning and improve future interventions
Integrated monitoring and evaluation findings into program planning to ensure adaptive management and responsiveness to emerging needs
Led training sessions and capacity-building initiatives for project staff, volunteers, and stakeholders on data collection, monitoring tools, and evaluation techniques to enhance program quality
Provided technical assistance to Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) staff to improve hygiene and sanitation practices in OTP and TSFP
Coordinated with local government officials, community leaders, school committees, and NGO stakeholders to strengthen partnerships, align program objectives, and enhance resource mobilization
Led advocacy efforts to promote gender sensitization, adolescent health, and the prevention of early marriage, ensuring community accountability for program outcomes
Ensured adherence to organizational policies and donor agreements, with a focus on data protection and program documentation compliance
Uphold high standards of quality in monitoring tools and processes, enhancing the integrity of the MEAL framework
Upazila Supervisor
Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for Physically Vulnerable (SARPV)
01.2021 - 03.2021
Supervised community mobilization meetings and training sessions, ensuring engagement, measurable outcomes, and program impact
Conducted field visits, developed monitoring tools, and analyzed data to evaluate program effectiveness and drive improvements
Managed program databases with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and reporting
Analyzed data trends to provide actionable insights and created visual reports for stakeholders
Prepared detailed reports, case studies, and lessons learned to meet donor and organizational requirements
Documented best practices to refine strategies and support organizational learning
Collaborated with government and community stakeholders to align objectives and promote transparency
Facilitated feedback mechanisms and action planning to address challenges and improve outcomes
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for Physically Vulnerable (SARPV)
06.2020 - 11.2020
Preparing an action plan to implement rice distribution and cash distribution to the targeted population under ‘Special Support for Host Community’ at Chakaria Upazila
Monitoring the rice distribution and cash distribution activity at the distribution point to ensure the quality of the activities
Coordination and collaboration with the Local Government for smooth implementation of the activities
Education
Master of Development Studies -
University of Dhaka (DU)
01.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Social Science - Sociology
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST)
01.2013 - 01.2017
Skills
Nutrition Program Management (MIYCN, GMP, TSFP, OTP, BSFP)
Health and Gender Support Programs
Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC)
Data Management and Analysis
Child Safeguarding and Protection
Capacity Building and Training
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
Leadership and Coordination Skills
Stakeholder Engagement and Networking
Advocacy and Community Mobilization
Team Leadership and Supportive Supervision
Multi-stakeholder coordination (Government, NGOs, Community Leaders)
Reporting and Communication Skills
Report Writing and Case Study Development
Statistical Reporting and Documentation
Presentation and Facilitation
Verbal and Written Communication
Adolescent Health and Nutrition Promotion
Complementary Feeding and Cooking Demonstrations
Hygiene and Sanitation Standards Implementation
Gender Sensitization and Early Marriage Prevention
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Time Management and Task Prioritization
Attention to Detail and Accuracy
Cultural Sensitivity and Community Engagement
MS Office (Microsoft 365)
Professional level proficiency in MS Excel
Research software (SPSS)
Outlook
Microsoft Team
Zoom Meeting
Resilience Under Pressure
Team Collaboration
Leadership
Goal-oriented
Effective Communication
Monitoring and Evaluation
Training and Capacity Building
Problem Solving
Documentation
Youth Program Expertise
Gender and SBCC Programs
Cross-Cultural Competence
Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning, Research and Accountability System
Complaint, Feedback and Response Mechanism
Accountability to Affected Population (AAP)
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD)
Gender-based Violence
Comprehensive Nutrition Package
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Timeline
Nutrition Supervisor
Society for Health Extension and Development (SHED)
02.2022 - 12.2024
Union Nutrition Supervisor
Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for Physically Vulnerable (SARPV)
04.2021 - 12.2021
Upazila Supervisor
Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for Physically Vulnerable (SARPV)
01.2021 - 03.2021
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for Physically Vulnerable (SARPV)
06.2020 - 11.2020
Master of Development Studies -
University of Dhaka (DU)
01.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Social Science - Sociology
Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST)
Finance and Admin Officer at Society for Health Extension and Development (SHED)Finance and Admin Officer at Society for Health Extension and Development (SHED)
Assistant WASH Officer at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)Assistant WASH Officer at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)