MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
A word from our leadership
At CDDF, we believe that sustainable development begins with empowering the most marginalized communities — especially women and girls. Over the past decades, our dedicated teams have worked tirelessly in the field to translate our mission into measurable change. I am proud of every individual in this organization, from our board members to our frontline volunteers. Together, we remain committed to building a just, equitable, and dignified society for all.
Md. Lutfar Rahman has over 25 years of leadership experience in development, gender rights, and humanitarian response across Bangladesh. She oversees all programmatic and administrative functions of CDDF and is directly accountable to the Executive Committee.
Senior Management Team
6 MembersThe Senior Management Team (SMT) supports the Executive Director in strategic planning, program oversight, finance, HR, communication, and resource mobilization.
Md. Rezaul Karim
Director – Program
Md. Rezaul Karim
Director – Program
Leads all programmatic operations including Sofol and livelihood programs. 18 years of experience in NGO program management across Bangladesh.
Farida Begum
Director – Finance
Farida Begum
Director – Finance
Oversees financial planning, budgeting, and compliance for all CDDF operations. A certified CPA with 15 years of audit and financial management experience.
Shafiqul Islam
Director – HR & Admin
Shafiqul Islam
Director – HR & Admin
Responsible for human resource strategy, recruitment, staff development, and administrative operations across all CDDF offices.
Roksana Parvin
Director – Communication & Resource Mobilization
Roksana Parvin
Director – Communication & Resource Mobilization
Manages donor relations, fundraising strategy, external communications, and partnership development to sustain CDDF's mission.
Alamgir Hossain
Director – RME
Alamgir Hossain
Director – RME
Leads Research, Monitoring & Evaluation across all programs. Designs impact frameworks and ensures evidence-based program decision-making.
Sultana Razia
Director – Special Program
Sultana Razia
Director – Special Program
Oversees special initiatives including climate resilience, disability inclusion, and emergency response programs under CDDF.
Mid-Level Management
6 MembersMid-level managers bridge strategic direction and field implementation, overseeing regional and district-level operations, finance, admin, training, and research activities.
Mizanur Rahman
Regional Manager – Sofol Program
Mizanur Rahman
Regional Manager – Sofol Program
Coordinates Sofol Program activities across four districts, ensuring quality service delivery and community engagement in field areas.
Hosneara Khatun
Manager – Project (District Level)
Hosneara Khatun
Manager – Project (District Level)
Manages district-level project implementation, staff supervision, and stakeholder coordination for ongoing CDDF projects.
Taslima Khanam
Manager – Finance & Admin
Taslima Khanam
Manager – Finance & Admin
Handles day-to-day financial reporting, procurement, and administrative management at CDDF head office.
Rafiqul Islam
Manager – Training & Research Center
Rafiqul Islam
Manager – Training & Research Center
Designs and delivers capacity building training programs for staff and community participants, and manages CDDF research agenda.
Nazmul Huda
Manager – MIS & ICT
Nazmul Huda
Manager – MIS & ICT
Manages the management information system, data collection tools, and ICT infrastructure across all CDDF field offices.
Shirin Akter
Manager – Gender & Social Inclusion
Shirin Akter
Manager – Gender & Social Inclusion
Ensures gender mainstreaming and social inclusion principles are embedded across all programs and organizational policies.
Field & Frontline Staff
8 MembersField and frontline staff are the backbone of CDDF's community outreach, including Field Officers, Facilitators, Community Mobilizers, Volunteers, and Teachers.
Karim Uddin
Field Officer
Karim Uddin
Field Officer
Responsible for direct community outreach and beneficiary engagement in Rajshahi district.
Laila Akther
Field Facilitator
Laila Akther
Field Facilitator
Facilitates community group meetings, awareness sessions, and livelihood training in Sirajganj.
Jalal Uddin
Community Mobilizer
Jalal Uddin
Community Mobilizer
Mobilizes community volunteers and local leaders to support CDDF program activities in Chapai Nawabganj.
Mosammat Renu
Community Volunteer
Mosammat Renu
Community Volunteer
Serves as a frontline volunteer distributing information and supporting beneficiary registration in Naogaon.
Arfan Ali
Field Officer
Arfan Ali
Field Officer
Coordinates beneficiary tracking, field data collection, and reporting for CDDF programs in Pabna.
Sultana Yasmin
Teacher
Sultana Yasmin
Teacher
Delivers non-formal education and adult literacy classes in CDDF-run learning centers in Bogura.
Md. Belal Hossain
Field Facilitator
Md. Belal Hossain
Field Facilitator
Supports group-based savings and livelihood activities for women beneficiaries in Natore district.
Nazma Akter
Community Mobilizer
Nazma Akter
Community Mobilizer
Organizes women self-help groups and liaises with local government offices in Rajshahi Sadar.
Support Staff
5 MembersSupport staff ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of CDDF, including Office Assistants, Guards, Drivers, Cooks, and other administrative personnel.
Abul Kalam
Office Assistant
Abul Kalam
Office Assistant
Provides administrative support, visitor management, and document handling at CDDF head office.
Nurul Islam
Guard
Nurul Islam
Guard
Maintains security and access control at the CDDF head office premises.
Salam Hawlader
Driver
Salam Hawlader
Driver
Responsible for safe transportation of staff and materials for field visits and official duties.
Rahela Begum
Cook
Rahela Begum
Cook
Manages kitchen operations and prepares meals for staff and training participants at CDDF premises.
Md. Jahangir Alam
Office Peon
Md. Jahangir Alam
Office Peon
Assists in daily clerical tasks, dispatch of documents, and general office support functions.