Dr. Ainun Nishat, has been working as a catalyst, advocate, educator and facilitator, championing the wise use of natural resources and sustainable development in Bangladesh for decades, while his arena of work and interests include water resource development and management, environment management, biodiversity conservation, coastal zone and wetland conservation and management, disaster management, adaptation to climate change and climate variability and related policy advocacy.

Before joining IUCN, Dr. Nishat was a Professor of Water Resources Engineering of Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). He has been a member of the Bangladesh National Water Council, Indo-Bangladesh Joint River Commission, Bangladesh National Agricultural Commission and the National Council on Science and Technology. Dr. Nishat had played an important role in the Ganges Water Treaty negotiations, water sector policy formulation, agriculture sector policy revision and strategy formulation.

Mr. Amin completed M. Sc in Environmental Technology from Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine, UK in 2002. At present, he is responsible for overall growth of IUCN’s program profile and supports the Country Representative in planning and designing IUCN’s strategic direction in Bangladesh. Raquib’s other passions are nature-tourism and photography.

AFM Rezaul Karim

Joined in IUCN B in December 2006. MSc in Botany, Bangladesh, MS in Development Studies from UK. 23 years of service experienc in the field of development. At present he is responsible for implementation of Sustainable Management of Tangua Haor Project of IUCN B funded by SDC. Previous employment - Consultant Oxfam

Joined in IUCN B in September 2005. Masters in Commerce, Chartered Accountants (Intermediate), Professional Tax Lawyer, Membership - Dhaka Taxes Bar Association, Bangladesh,8 years professional experience in the field of Finance and Accounts with International/Multinational Organisations. At present he is responsible for administration of Finance,Administration and HR Units of IUCN B. Previous Employment - Manager, Treasury of Aventis Limited (Multiational Pharmaceuticals Company)

Dr Haseeb, a Botanist by training, did his PhD at the University of Liverpool (UK) on aquatic ecology. He is currently working under the NCSA project of IUCN Bangladesh. Dr. Haseeb is also the Head-in-charge of Species Conservation & Protected Areas Unit of IUCN Bangladesh. His fields of interest comprise natural resource management, aquatic ecology, education and taxonomy.

Md. Rakibul Haque , Project Manager, rakib iucnbd.org

Mr. Haque completed his MS in Environmental Science, Policy and Management (MESPOM) from the MESPOM consortium institutes of the European Union: University of Manchester, UK; Central European University, Hungary; Lund University, Sweden; and Aegean University, Greece. Currently, Mr. Haque is responsible for Climate Change Adaptation Target setting project as a Project Manager. His expertise gained through 12 years of professional work covers Natural Resource Management, M&E and Environmental Impact Assessment.  

Dhruba Kanta Kundu

Joined IUCN Bangladesh in January 2007. MSC in Fisheries from the University of Dhaka. Currently working in Tangua Haor Project. Previous employer - Asstt. Field Coordinator, Local NGO

Mohammad Abul Kalam Azad

Mr. Azad received his MSc in Crop Science from the Bangladesh Agricultural University in 2002. He is currently managing a floating gardening project of IUCN Bangladesh jointly implemented with CARE Bangladesh under SHOUHARDO Program in the haor region. He loves traveling to new places and reading story books in his leisure time.

Mr. Roy, ACMA, professional degree holder of Cost and Management Accountant from The Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh besides he received his B.Com in Accounting and M.S.S. in Economics from the National University. He is interested in the areas of cost and management audit, review and compilation of financial statements as well as reporting of corporate finance, taxation, general business accounting and business planning for sustainable operations in organization. His professional skills have been instrumental in serving organizations retain their wealth through effective financial and business planning.

Completing his graduation in Zoology and MS in Wildlife Biology from the University of Dhaka, Mr. Shayer is currently working in projects on biodiversity - livelihood linkage and species conservation (Asian Elephant). His field of interest includes biodiversity assessment, conservation breeding and re-introduction and ecosystem management including restoration, services and tools.

With a Masters degree in Islamic History, Mr. Asaduzzaman completed Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Science from the National Library and Information Association, Bangladesh. He has also done a Three-Month Certificate Course in Environmental Education in the Centre for Environment Education (CEE), India. He has interest in graphic-designing.

Mr. Azad has graduated from the University of Chittagong. He has extensive experience to work with both renowned national NGO and multi-national organizations. He completed a training course on Human Resource Management organized by Daffodil University. At present, he is pursuing Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management from Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM). He regularly contributes to an eminent news daily of the country as a freelance writer.

A graduate in Environmental Studies (NSU), Ms. Firoz has completed her Masters in Development Studies. She is currently working under the NCSA Project and also the focal point of IUCN’s networks. She is the Young Professionals’ representative for IUCN Asia Region. Remeen’s interests include music, traveling, culture and books.

Completed his business administration degree from the University of Asia Pacific, Dhaka and attended two semesters at the University of Windsor, Ontario, Canada as a visiting student. He is a public relations professional with exposure to cross-cultural communications and experience across agency, corporate, government and international organisations.

Mr. Khan has got his BSc (Hons.) degree in Agriculture and MSc in Crop Botany from Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh. Currently working as a Field Facilitator in a floating garden project of IUCN Bangladesh with CARE Bangladesh in the haor region.

Mr. Wahed obtained his Masters degree in Agronomy from Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh. He is currently working as a Field Facilitator under the ORGANS Project in Sunamganj. He loves to play cricket and to visit historical places. As an agriculturist, he would like to contribute in the fields of agriculture and environmental science.

She has completed her graduation under the University of Dhaka and has attended a training course on "Management Development for Executives" from Bangladesh Institute of Management. Dominica has been carrying out the responsibilities of smooth operation and implementation of administrative systems and processes of IUCN Bangladesh.

Completed Masters in Management from the National University of Bangladesh and passed CMA intermediate from The Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB), Dhaka. Attend a training course on VAT from Customs, Excise & VAT Commissionerate, Dhaka (North), Dhaka. Working with IUCN Bangladesh Country Office as an Accounts Officer.

Completed B.Sc in Environmental Science from North South University. Currently involved with the NCSA Project, she has developed expertise in the fields of climate change and community based natural resource management over the past two years. Ahana’s avid interests include community-based ecosystem management using participatory approaches.

Abul Kalam Azad, Working for IUCN's Tanguar Haor Project in Sunamganj.

Al Aminur Rahman, Masters of Social Science (MSS) from Jagannath University, Dhaka. He has completed Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science from Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM), Dhaka and also completed A+ and Linux+ certification Course under New Horizons, Dhaka. He Provides support in capacity building of using IT related matters.

Completed her Graduation from Dhaka University. She is working with IUCN Bangladesh Country Office, as a Secretary to the Programme Coordinator. She provides secretarial support to the whole programme unit.

She completed her Masters degree in Computer Application from Comilla University, Dhaka campus and B. Com (Honours) in Management from National University. She also completed a training course on Overseas Voucher Examiner. Working with IUCN Bangladesh Country Office in the Finance and Accounts Division.

Completed her masters from National University. She has completed her personnel management diploma from Bangladesh Institute of Management(BIM). Currently she is working as an administrative assistant and also the membership focal point of IUCNB office. Her career objective is to develop her skills on HR Management.