
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.
MD MOKHLESUR RAHMAN, PhD
Founder & CEO

Abdullah Al Mamun
- Mr. Mamun is a certified survey statistician in designing and analyzing large-scale sampling surveys, a highly skilled research, measurement, analysis and sampling survey professional with over 15 years of experience in global institutions in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Canada, India, Nepal, UK and USA. His major areas of professional development training are – gender and development, development management, data analysis, data management, monitoring, evaluation and research, cost-benefit analysis, and environmental impact assessment.
Abdullah Al Mamun
Head of Research & Evaluation (on PhD Study Leave)

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 Abdus Salam
Head of Business Development & Data Science

Syeda Amirun Nuzhat
- Ms. Nuzhat has been working with CRD as a Project Manager since February 2022. She has more than 18 years of professional experience. She has experience to develop and implement programs related to rights-based approach, governance and access to justice through peoples’ movement.
Syeda Amirun Nuzhat
Project Manager- GGiFI Project

Md. Shafiul Alam
- Md. Alam is a highly motivated 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.
Md. Shafiul Alam
Manager- Finance & Admin, GGiFI Project & Acting Head of Finance, Admin, HR and Procurement

Gazi Mohammad Suhrawardy
- Gazi Mohammad Suhrawardy, a post-graduate of Department of Economics, University of Dhaka, has been conducting socio-economic research and consultancy works since 2003 and engaged with over hundred studies during his 20-year long career.
Gazi Mohammad Suhrawardy
Manager - Research & Evaluation

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.
Anowarul Islam Biplob
Manager- Procurement & Field Operations

Mahmuda Akter Anna
- Ms. Mahmuda has been working with children for over 5 years. Anna previously worked for Save the Children and Islamic Relief (IR) Worldwide. By training, she is a Sociologist. She received training in field research, monitoring and evaluation, child protection, anti-bravery, anti-corruption, communication skills, professionalism, research methodology, and journalism from Save the Children and IR Worldwide.
Mahmuda Akter Anna
Deputy Manager- Research & Evaluation

Md. Abu Salek Khan (Saleh)
- Mr. Salek has a background in qualitative research, including ethnographic research and sociological analysis. He has three years of academic and development research experience. He previously worked as a Research Associate at Creative Pathways - CP.
Md. Abu Salek Khan (Saleh)
Sr. Officer- Research & Evaluation

Sumaiya Akter Rupa
- Sumaiya Akter is an articulate, confident person who relishes challenge and working under pressure. Her academic background has inspired her to build a career in research in Development Sector. Currently she is serving as Research Assistant at Center for Research and Development since October 2021.
Sumaiya Akter Rupa
Sr. Officer- Research & Evaluation

Fabia Kun Yeasmin
- Fabia Kun Yeasmin is a dedicated and versatile professional with 8 years of extensive experience with different organizations and has expertise in finance, accounts and human resources, equipped with the skills to effectively manage and streamline operations in these key areas.
Fabia Kun Yeasmin
Sr. Officer- Finance & HR

Md Saiful Islam
- Mr. Saiful Islam is an ambitious, motivated and multi-skilled Accountant 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
Md Saiful Islam
Officer- Admin and Accounts

Rahat Hannan
- Rahat Hannan is a fresh graduate in Mass Communication and Journalism who want to be a dynamic researcher. Since his academic life, he has been involved in many research projects which have created his interest to pursue a career in the field of development research.
Rahat Hannan
Officer- Research & Evaluation

Nazia Naznin
- Ms. Nazia is an enthusiastic young agent. She has completed both her MSS and BSS degrees from the Department of Women and Gender Studies, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. During her undergrad days, she was associated with different co-curricular activities. She has won The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award which developed her skills and capabilities.
Nazia Naznin
Officer - Research & Evaluation

Abdul Aahad
- Mr. Aahad is a research enthusiast who is currently employed as a Research Assistant at the GGiFI project, Centre for Research and Development (CRD). Before joining CRD, he worked as an economic data analyst intern at Biz Data Insights (a market research firm). He is proficient in a variety of data analysis tools, including STATA and R.
Abdul Aahad
Research Assistant

Arif Jawad Siam
- Mr. Arif is a Research Assistant at GGiFI Project, Centre for Research and Development (CRD). With his present experience in learning about gender inequality working under Professor Dr. Ayesha Banu, a prolific researcher in gender studies, alongside his previous experience in the collection, analysis, and presentation of both qualitative and quantitative data, he is enthralled to apply those skills gained towards creating a meaningful impact.
Arif Jawad Siam
Research Assistant

Fariha Fairoze
- Fariha graduated from North South University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering in 2022 and was thrilled to join the Centre for Research and Development (CRD) as a Research Assistant soon afterward. As an undergraduate student, Fariha worked on research projects involving waste management and waterlogging issue in Dhaka.
Fariha Fairoze
Research Assistant

Tasnuba Muzahid Farah
- Ms. Tasnuba is an enthusiastic, analytical and logical person who wants to widen her knowledge regarding research. She completed MSS in Disaster Management & Resilience and her BSS in Disaster and Human Security Management from BUP. Her academic background influenced her to learn more about research and development.
Tasnuba Muzahid Farah
Research Assistant (Data Science)

Farhan Tanvir Rafith
- Mr. Rafith is a highly motivated Media Studies and Journalism graduate with Public Relations as his major from the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh, and he has completed his post-graduation in Development Studies from BRAC University. He aspires to be a development communication specialist and an ardent researcher. He has experience in planning and executing campaigns on women empowerment, cervical cancer, and educating especially abled children.
Farhan Tanvir Rafith
Communication Assistant

Taiyeba Noor Tahsin
- Taiyeba Noor Tahsin is a young research enthusiast, currently working as an Intern – Research & Evaluation at the Centre for Research and Development (CRD). She has completed BSS (2021) and MSS (2022) in Women and Gender Studies from University of Dhaka. Taiyeba conducted her undergraduate monograph on RMG workers under the supervision of Dr. Sabiha Yeasmin Rosy, exploring the nuanced experience and challenges of RMG workers to rejoin work after giving birth.
Taiyeba Noor Tahsin
Intern- Research & Evalaution
Shiblee Nomani
- Mr. Shiblee Nomani is an aspiring individual with a zeal to progress with hard work and earn valuable knowledge and experience. Besides he is passionate about meaningful contributions to society through research and evaluation.
Shiblee Nomani
Intern - Research & Evaluation

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.
Md Habibur Rahman
Driver

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.
Ronjoy Sangma
Office Assistant- GGiFI Project

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
Achinto Dalbot
Office Assistant