Experience

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  Bbc world service trust

  Jul 2009 - Jul 2009

  Administrative intern

  Worked for a month on the production aspect on a program entitled 'Bangladesh Sanglap' (Bengali version of Question Time)

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  Queen mary, university of london

  Nov 2009 - Dec 2011

  Student ambassador

  - Employed on behalf of the Education Liaison Office - Previously worked as a Student Mentor (2009-2010) from QMUL as part of the Aim High Mentoring Program.

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  The university of tokyo

  Jun 2010 - Aug 2010

  Research intern

  Worked at the Graduate School of Science, University of Tokyo as part of UTRIP 2010 (University of Tokyo Research Internship Program, Summer 2010) More information can be found here: http://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/oip/en/utrip2011/overview2010.htmlCompleted a working paper entitled 'A Theoretical Study of Sexual Selection and Sexual Dimorphism' http://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/utrip/archive/2010/pdf/19Sifat.pdf

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  Cscr

  Jan 2012 - Jun 2012

  Clinical assistant

  • Conducted tests on biological samples for diagnostic purposes (Microbiology and Biochemistry)• Completed laboratory logs and other necessary administrative duties

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  James p. grant school of public health

  Feb 2014 - Jan 2017

  Teaching fellow

  Experience as Teaching Fellow in the following 2 modules: - Anthropology and Qualitative Research Methods (emphasis on lectures regarding Qualitative Research Design, Qualitataive Methodology, and Research Ethics)- Sexual and Reproductive Health and Right (SRHR) Experience as Summative Learning Project Mentor (SLP): - Mentoring and guiding research and writing of 8 member team for Disabilities Project (2014)- Mentoring and guiding research and writing of 5 member team for Diabetes and Health Systems Readiness Project (2015)- Mentoring and guiding research and writing of 6 member team for Nutrition Status of Lactating mothers in urban slums Project (2016)Main responsibilities including organizing lectures, conducting group work sessions, logistic planning of field work, and assignment grading. Show less

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  Icddr,b

  Feb 2014 - Dec 2017

  Research Proposal and Protocol Development: Create detailed research design and methodology to achieve the study objective Project Implementation: Conduct health and demographic research; Coordinate with GoB, NGO'S, UN organizations to smooth implementation of the project assigned; track progress of project through different monitoring tools Scientific Analysis and Knowledge Creation: Brainstorm research ideas with scientists; Draft proposals for study questions articulated by the team; Identify new research ideas and develop proposals; Secure funding for small projects; Review concept notes for peers and provide comments in order to conduct research in new areas. Project Management: Create detailed project plan covering milestones, deliverables etc.; Support PI in staff recruitment; Train staff on sample data collection; Initiate procurement of necessary items; Field-test and finalize data collection tools; Assign work to team and initiate activities as per project plan; Supervise data collection; Coach team on how to address issues faced during field-work; Monitor quality of data collected; Track consumption of financial & non-financial resources; Take corrective actions to comply with donor mandates and research protocols in order to complete the research, with adherence to quality standards and project timelines; Scientific Capacity Building: Recommend staff for internal and external training programs; Conduct workshops and training sessions to share knowledge and experiential learning in order to develop sound scientists and researchers within the centre; Data Management: Provide inputs to researchers to understand data analysis requirements; Generate relevant reports within defined timelines. Show less - Proposal and Protocol Development: work with PI to draft and review protocol for adherence to qualitative/quantitative research principles and make appropriate suggestions to Research Investigators in order to support the creation of sound proposals and protocols with funding potential. - Project Implementation: Plan for field work (allocation of locations and duties, requisitions for logistics / transport / petty cash etc.), work with supervisor in developing research tools; train field staff on research methods and protocol activities;- Data management: Clean, manage, and analyze quantitative data. Matrix and data display development for qualitative data. Developing codes for analysis. Guide team members to transcribe interviews verbatim; - Scientific Analysis, Knowledge Creation and Report Writing: Review information and data captured, and develop possible manuscript ideas in collaboration with Principle Investigator & Research Investigators; Create a report with findings and share with supervisor; Revise analysis based on guidance from Research Investigator and discussions with other team members; Write sections of the manuscript under advice of Research Investigators; Convene a meeting of all authors to review proposed manuscript; Gather input and make corrections to manuscript; Peer review manuscripts and abstracts of other authors and provide them input and feedback in order to support scientific manuscript creation while developing one's own scientific writing abilities. - Mentoring and Training: Guide team members on completion of tasks, activities, reports and documents (e.g. qualitative research methods); Mentor and train staff on-the-job in the field; Provide feedback to supervisor on team members' performance; in order to spread knowledge and develop team members. Show less

  • Research Investigator

    Aug 2016 - Dec 2017

  • Senior Research Officer

    Dec 2015 - Jul 2016

  • Research Fellow

    Feb 2014 - Nov 2015
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  James p grant school of public health

  Feb 2017 - Nov 2017

  Senior teaching fellow

  Extensive experience supporting the course coordinator for the Anthropology and Qualitative Research Methods module of the Master's on Public Health programme. Main responsibilities include:- Supporting and advising course coordinator(s) around course content - Deliver lectures specifically around qualitative research methods, qualitative research design, and research ethics. - Provide logistic support for field trip and other data collection assignments - Provide grading and feedback to students around groups work, field work, and final group presentation. Show less

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  World vision

  Jan 2018 - Jun 2018

  Knowledge management, learning & research coordinator

  - Lead the development and roll out of a comprehensive Knowledge Management Strategy and repository of learning- Support the development of a learning agenda and key learning questions by component tailored to the Nobo Jatra goal and context- Develop high quality knowledge outputs such as Nobo Jatra research briefs, factsheets, case studies, feasibility studies, and technical briefs- Organize the planning and coordination of national level learning events and semi annual learning events aligning with the Nobo Jatra learning agenda and technical programme implementation cycle- Manage the online information library and act as the centralized knowledge anchor, maintain the database of key programmatic and learning documents- Developing appropriate and accessible print, electronic, and web-based learning products to share best practices and lessons learned- Contribute in designing knowledge management materials for NJP Show less

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  Girl effect

  Jun 2018 - Dec 2019

  Programme manager

  Managed/Led the Technology Enabled Girl Ambassadors (TEGA) Program in Bangladesh: -Ensured smooth running of the TEGA Bangladesh Research Consortium in close collaboration with the TEGA London Project & Partnerships Managers respectively. - Worked with Research Consortium members to meet research project deadlines e.g. informing research design, reporting back on implementation of research findings, and management of the research calendar- Identified and built relationships with potential clients from the private and public sector including UNICEF, USAID, Plan Bangladesh to name a few. - Worked closely with TEGA teams at iSocial and Girl Effect to ensure smooth project management, communication and research processes- Tracked 24 member team work output, and local partners’ deliverables and flag/ rectify if they are off track in terms of timeframe and/or budget- When required, undertook field visits to support coordination, and organisation of TEGA research projects and/or training- Liaised with the iSocial and Girl Effect TEGA / Operations teams on contract management, invoicing and budgeting- Managed ongoing safety/safeguarding assessments in TEGA locations in conjunction with Girl Effect’s and iSocial’s Safeguarding Officer - Oversaw management of overall TEGA Bangladesh's 1.2 million AUD budget Show less

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  Achēv

  Jul 2020 - Apr 2021

  o Successfully oversee/manage all aspects of the program including development and implementation of project plan, and activities ensuring that tasks are completed on time and within budget.o Oversee staff activities, monitor performance, and provide professional development and coaching.o Prepare all monthly narrative, annual project performance reviews and final reportso Manage the promotion and marketing program to selected immigrantso Review client feedback and provide appropriate actiono Prepare & submit payroll, manage vacation scheduling, and sick day coverageo Work in partnership with other TCET staff to enhance client service and promote further project or proposal developmento Oversee all research/experimentation components related to the program o Provide support in areas such as instrumentation, data management, operations and general administration.o Plan, develop, and maintain procedures, and policies that support research; program strategy, and quality controlo Recruit and work with third party evaluator to design and implement evaluation/review procedures.o Assist with data analysis; interpret and present datao Prepare project documentation and research reports for management review.o Prepare independent service agreements with project partners and oversee all partnership development activitieso Manage relationships with partners to ensure the program is on track to fulfil projected outcomes and goals.o Chair regular meetings with partners for planning, scheduling, communicating needs.o Work with professional partner to gather career information, for clients, determine appropriate career pathways and exam readiness. Show less

  • Project Manager - Milestones to Employment

    Jan 2021 - Apr 2021

  • Project Manager - Futures in Digital Health

    Jul 2020 - Jan 2021
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  Acces employment

  Apr 2021 - Jul 2022

  Program manager - healthcare connections
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  World education services

  Aug 2022 - now

  Program manager - mariam assefa fund

  • Manage strategic plans and project management tools to support the Fund in meeting and managing key milestones and learning goals related to its Canadian grantee partner portfolio. • Establish and manage trust-based relationships with the Fund’s grantee partners – lead regular check-ins, identify opportunities for and provide additional support, respond to questions, conduct surveys.• Plan, manage and facilitate engagement activities for the Fund’s grantee partner community to collaboration and knowledge sharing between partners, including but not limited to thematic, national and/or cross-border convenings and monthly newsletters.• Scope and oversee quantitative and quantitative analyses to support strategic planning.• Develop materials that enable decision-making by the Fund’s leadership and/or WES Board. • Bring the knowledge of the sector and of the Fund’s grantee partners’ work to contribute to the selection of new grantee partners by the Fund.• Design and execute approaches to enable dynamic learning and knowledge sharing among the Fund’s Canadian grantees, the larger Fund portfolio, the broader field, and/or WES Social Impact team. • Develop a deep understanding of the Fund’s grantee partners’ work, the communities they serve, the ecosystem the Fund operates in, and of various types of solutions that the Fund invests in (e.g., employer engagement, workforce development, worker organizing, social innovation, co-operative development, etc.) Show less