EAKOK ATTOMANOBIK UNNAYAN SANGSTHA

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MD. Abdul Wahed

Md. Abdul Wahed is the Founder and Executive Director of Eakok Attomanobik Unnayan Sangstha, a non-governmental organization committed to promoting human development, social justice, and inclusive progress in Bangladesh. His leadership reflects more than three decades of experience in the development sector, with expertise spanning grassroots initiatives to senior-level management in nationally and internationally recognized NGOs.

Professional Background

Mr. Wahed began his career in 1991 as a Supervisor at ASA Bangladesh, one of the country’s pioneering microfinance institutions. His dedication, leadership, and managerial skills led to his promotion as Assistant General Manager, a post he held until November 2000. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to the growth and expansion of ASA’s microfinance and community development programs.

 

Following this, he served in senior management positions at the BASA Foundation and DISHA NGO, where he played a vital role in strengthening institutional systems, project design, monitoring frameworks, and staff capacity building. Across these roles, he demonstrated strong strategic management, crisis response, and programmatic leadership.

Areas of Expertise

Mr. Wahed possesses extensive technical knowledge and proven practical experience in:

  • Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Operations & Financial Management
  • Poverty Alleviation and Livelihoods
  • Non-Formal Education and Training Programs
  • Microfinance and SME Development
  • Project Preparation and Program Design
  • Accounts, Budgeting & Resource Mobilization
  • Organizational Development and Partnership Building
  • Crisis Management & Strategic Communication

His wide-ranging skills have allowed him to bridge community-level engagement with institutional governance, giving him a comprehensive understanding of organizational dynamics.

Education and Professional Development

Mr. Wahed holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science (Honors) from Rajshahi University (1988) and a Master’s degree in Public Administration from the same institution (1990).

To strengthen his professional competence, he has received numerous national and international trainings, including:

  • Bridge IndiaRAP, World Bank & iRAP – Helping Save Lives on Indian Roads
  • Alliance Empowerment Program – Advocacy Training on Road Safety
  • Microcredit Operation & Management
  • Monitoring & Evaluation Training
  • Organizational Development & Management
  • National Training on HIV Prevention among Young Drug Users through Peer-Led Interventions (PLI)
  • SME Banking Training for SME Owners – How Banks Assess Creditworthiness

These trainings enriched his ability to apply innovative, evidence-based approaches to program design and delivery, particularly in the areas of financial inclusion, public health, and road safety.

Personal Background

Born in 1963 in Belgachhi, Chuadanga Municipality, Chuadanga District, Mr. Wahed was raised in a family that valued public service and social responsibility. His father, Mr. Abdul Latif, was a government official, and his mother, Mahmuda Khatun, was both a homemaker and a dedicated social worker who inspired him to pursue a life of service.

In his personal life, he is married and blessed with two sons. He is widely respected for his humility, commitment to community empowerment, and ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders ranging from grassroots communities to development partners and government agencies.

Summary

Mr. Abdul Wahed’s professional journey reflects a rare blend of visionary leadership, hands-on grassroots engagement, and strategic institutional management. Through his work, he continues to advance the mission of Eakok Attomanobik Unnayan Sangstha—ensuring inclusive, sustainable, and human-centered development for marginalized communities across Bangladesh