Md Mokhlesur Rahman, PhD

• Dr. Rahman is a Senior Research and MEAL professional with 16 years of global experience having proficiency in designing, implementing, and managing MEAL systems and functions for complex programmes, leading research and knowledge management project, and conducting training for large audiences (gender, project management, reporting) in multiple countries.

Abdulla AL Mamun

• Abdullah Al Mamun is a senior evaluation and data analytics professional with over 15 years of international experience. He is in study leave to pursue his PhD in International Development at University of Ottawa, Canada.

Md Abdus Salam

• Md. Abdus Salam is a statistician by training. He is a development professional with more than 24 years of experience in monitoring & evaluation, evidence capturing & reporting, database development & management, project’s planning & implementation, networking & communication, facilitating training workshops and business proposal development. He has led many successful projects’ planning, monitoring, reporting and knowledge sharing and facilitated evaluation teams.

Md. Shafiul Alam

• Md. Alam is a finance professional with 17 years of extensive experience in the field of finance, accounts and administration management and has expertise in preparing financial plans, monitoring & controlling resources and providing financial information about the financial position, performance, budget formulating and variance analysis, minimizing financial risk, developing and implementing financial policies & procedures.

Anowarul Islam Biplob

• Md. Anowarul Islam (Biplob) leads “Finance, Procurement & Field Operations” at CRD. He manages all day to day business around people management, administration and all payables and receivables.

Mahmuda Akter Anna

• Mahmuda Akter Anna is a development researcher with over a decade of experience in the field. She has a strong background in child protection, having worked with renowned organizations such as Save the Children and Islamic Relief Worldwide.

Md. Abu Salek Khan (Saleh)

• Mohammad Abu Salek Khan (Saleh) is a researcher and activist, working as Deputy Manager of the Research and Evaluation department at CRD. He joined CRD as a Sr. Officer in the Research and Evaluation department in May 2022.

Md. Musfiq Gouri

• Md. Musfiq Gouri is an experienced professional with over 5 years of expertise in accounts, finance, and compliance. He has demonstrated excellence in financial reporting, internal audit, and administrative management across various roles in different organizations.

Md Saiful Islam

• Mr. Saiful Islam is an accounting professional with a keen eye for detail and working experience with accounts. He has excellent mathematical skills as well as being able to produce clear and concise reports offering sound advice on a variety of different subjects

Rahat Hannan

• Rahat Hannan joined CRD in May 2022 as an Intern, currently working as an Officer in the Research & Evaluation Department. His areas of research interest include market development, gender & climate justice, governance, migration, and child protection. Field management, supervision, data analysis, and report writing with an academic understanding of social science perspectives are the main areas of his expertise and experience.

Nujhat Shama

• Nujhat Shama, an Research and Evaluation Officer at the Centre for Research and Development (CRD), excels in designing questionnaires, training enumerators, conducting field surveys, and analyzing data using statistical methods. Her expertise spans both qualitative and quantitative analysis.

Nowshin Tabassum

• Nowshin Tabassum has a strong background in social science research, with expertise in gender studies, child protection, health, Wash, family dynamics, women’s empowerment, child labor, and market studies.

Neela Akter

• Neela Akter is a fresh graduate and holds a BSS and MSS in Women and Gender Studies from the University of Dhaka. With a fervent passion for continual learning and a drive to delve deeper into social research, she has actively contributed as an Assistant Researcher on various projects alongside her esteemed professors.

Md. Mahmudul Hasan

• Mahmudul Hasan has a solid foundation in both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, demonstrated through his work as a Research Assistant at the Population Council, focusing on the commercial sexual exploitation of boys in Dhaka.

Adrita Islam

• Adrita Islam joined CRD in December, 2024 as a Research Assistant. She has done her BSS (2023) and MSS (2024) from Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) under the department of International Relations. Apart from her role in CRD, she is also working as a part time news and sports anchor for ATN News.

Ibrahim Hridoy

• Ibrahim Hridoy received a Bachelor of Social Sciences (BSS) and a Master of Social Sciences (MSS) in Sociology from the University of Dhaka. He has received training courses on computer fundamentals and basic to advance research.

Shahriar Ahmed Toufiq

• Shahriar Ahmed Toufiq holds a bachelor's degree in Civil and Water Resources Engineering from the Military Institute of Science and Technology and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Water Resources Development at the Institute of Water and Flood Management, BUET.

Jannatul Toba Jhumu

• Jannatul Toba Jhumu joined CRD in April, 2025 as a Research Assistant – Research & Evaluation. She holds both BSS (2023) and MSS (2025) degree in Development Studies from Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP).

Mst. Tasnim Reja

• Mst. Tasnim Reja a dedicated and passionate Research Intern at the Centre for Research and Development (CRD), brings a strong foundation in anthropology with hands-on research experience. She excels in conducting in-depth interviews, participant observation, case study writing, and qualitative data analysis. Her work often focuses on migration, gender, education, and mental well-being, areas she has explored through rigorous academic research and fieldwork.

Md Habibur Rahman

• Mr. Habibur is a dedicated, outgoing and dependable driver with an excellent record of 14+ experience driving commercial and personal automobiles. He holds a valid medium equipment driver's license and has considerable expertise in driving, caring for and inspecting defective parts, as well as reporting flaws or malfunctions to management.

Ronjoy Sangma

• Ronjoy Sangma is a self-organized and dedicated support staff with 12+ years of experience in providing organizational clerical support. He has proven experience in managing files and dealing with another administrative team.

Achinto Dalbot

• Mr. Achinto is a fresher dedicated support staff with 10 years of experience in different organizational support. He has joined CRD in June-2022 as an Office Assistant