Portfolio of Khan Abdul Motaleb

             

 Khan Abdul Motaleb's - Portfolio

A passionate advocate for sustainable development and resilient communities, with over 12 years of experience in urban planning, project management, monitoring & evaluation (M&E), and research. Driven by a commitment to data-driven solutions and impactful interventions.

Key Highlights: 

• Leading M&E activities for a large-scale pneumonia intervention program at Save the Children (2022 - Present): Designed data collection tools, analyzed data, and prepared reports informing program improvement, resulting in a 15% increase in case detection.
• Extensive experience in urban planning and development: Held roles at the Local Government Engineering Department (LGED) and Unnayan Shohojogy Team, implementing urban planning projects and managing M&E activities for rural development initiatives, demonstrating a well-rounded understanding of local and regional challenges.

• Adept in quantitative and qualitative research methods: Conducted research on disaster resilience, solid waste management, and community-based adaptation to climate change, utilizing tools like ArcGIS, R, and NVivo.

• Strong technical skills and project management expertise: Proficient in data analysis, reporting, budgeting, and M&E frameworks, ensuring efficient project execution and impact measurement.

• Effective communicator and team player: Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration and achieving results through cross-cultural partnerships.

Experience: Current Role:

1. Senior Officer MEAL and Documentation, Save the Children (2022 - Present): Led M&E activities for a pneumonia intervention program in Bangladesh, including designing data collection tools, analyzing data, and preparing reports to inform program improvement. 

Previous Experience:

1. Technical Assistant, United Nations Development Programme (2019-2021): Supported project implementation and M&E activities for disaster resilience initiatives, conducting qualitative research, engaging communities, and contributing to project reports and knowledge products.
2. Urban Planner, Local Government Engineering Department (LGED) (2015-2019): Implemented urban planning projects, facilitated stakeholder engagement, and prepared documentation for various initiatives.
3. M&E Coordinator, Unnayan Shohojogy Team (2013-2015): Managed monitoring and evaluation activities for rural development projects in Chandpur and Shariatpur districts.
4. Urban Planner and Field Coordinator, Sheltech Pvt. Ltd (2012-2013): Coordinated field activities and contributed to urban planning projects in Cumilla district.

Consultancy:

1. Team Leader, Funded by Unicef: (Jan 2021-June, 2021): Wash Assessment in Rangpur City Corporation Area.
2. Assistant Consultant, Pathfinder International: (March 2023 -July 2023): Module development on Promoting Gender Transformative Approaches in Climate Change Adaptation and SRHR (Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights) Programming,

Education: 

1. Master of Development Studies (MDS), Islamic University (2022): Focused on project management, M&E, and disaster management.
2. Bachelor of Urban and Rural Planning (BURP), Khulna University (2018): Developed strong skills in urban planning principles, GIS, and spatial analysis.

Professional Development(Training):

1. Project Management Essentials Training (8-13th July 2023): Acquire mastery in strategic planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and effective communication with our Project Management Essentials Training. Elevate your expertise through hands-on sessions, ensuring the immediate application of essential skills for successful project execution. Don't miss this opportunity to excel in key project management disciplines.
2. Mixed Methods Research and Decision Making using ArcGIS, R, and NVivo (2022): This training should be listed first as it provides the most recent and directly relevant skills to your area of expertise (data analysis and visualization for both spatial and non-spatial data). Mentioning the tools (ArcGIS, R, and NVivo) also adds specific value.
3. Community-Based Adaptation to Climate Change in Bangladesh (2013): This training showcases your understanding of community-driven approaches, potentially relevant to your work in development and resilience. Consider highlighting specific knowledge gained (e.g., vulnerability assessments, participatory planning).
4. Program Management and Information Systems (2014): This training demonstrates your project management skills and knowledge of information systems, essential for any project-based role.
5. Seminar on "Urban Solid Waste Management" (2011): While relevant to your earlier urban planning work, this seminar might be less impactful unless directly linked to your current focus. You can choose to include it based on its importance to your overall profile.
6. Remaining Training: Consider listing these trainings briefly at the end, grouped by theme (professional development, entrepreneurship, disaster response) or chronologically. Briefly mention the key skills gained from each (e.g., digital marketing, freelance work, emergency preparedness).

Publications:

• Proposing a Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan for the Khulna University Campus (2011): Published in WasteSafe 2011 - 2nd International Conference on Solid Waste Management in the Developing Countries.
• Beyond the professional, I'm committed to lifelong learning and contributing to positive change. I actively participate in community initiatives and volunteer my time for environmental conservation projects.

Connect with me:
[Website link]
[+8801917895600]
[motaleb13@gmail.com]

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