Kazi Mahir Tajwar | Development Professional Portfolio

Welcome to my professional portfolio. I am Kazi Mahir Tajwar, a dedicated development professional passionate about driving impactful change in climate action, sustainability, and social equity. This portfolio is a curated collection of my work, showcasing my expertise in research, communications, and project support within the international development sector.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven development professional with over 7 years of experience in planning, implementing, and managing multi-sectoral programs for leading NGOs, INGOs, CSOs and UN agencies. Possessing a strong background in desk activities and field operations, with proven expertise in:

• Program Management & Coordination: Skilled in full-cycle program management, including work planning, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), donor reporting, and ensuring compliance with institutional and donor frameworks.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Liaison: Adept at building and maintaining strategic relationships with government bodies, CSOs, community leaders, and private sector partners to drive collaborative action and policy influence.
• Community Mobilization & Capacity Building: Experienced in leading community engagement, youth mobilization, and capacity-building initiatives through the design and facilitation of targeted training programs and workshops.
• Thematic Expertise: Possesses strong technical knowledge in Climate Action, Youth Mobilization, Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM), Natural Resource Management (NRM), and Environmental Sustainability.
• Research & Data Analysis: Proficient in conducting evidence based socio-economic and environmental research using tools such as GIS, SPSS, R, MS Office, Adobe Suites, KoBo Toolbox.

Seeking to apply field-tested strategies and data-driven insights to a challenging new role within a mission-driven organization committed to advancing inclusive and sustainable development goals.

EDUCATION

• Master of Governance and Development Studies – Department of Government and Politics, Social Science Faculty | Jahangirnagar University | CGPA 3.56 out of 04 | 2023.
• B.Sc (Honors) in Geography and Environment – Department of Geography and Environment, Social Science Faculty | Jahangirnagar University | CGPA 3.44 out of 04 | 2018.
• H.S.C – Science | Bir Shreshtha Munshi Abdur Rouf Public College, Pilkhana, Dhaka | GPA 4.5 out of 05 | 2013.
• S.S.C – Science | Ideal School and College, Banasree, Dhaka | GPA 05 out of 05 | 2011.

EXPERIENCE

[1] Regional Coordinator (Asia) – HEY Campaign | The Ashley Lashley Foundation | Remote | March 2025 – June 2025.

• Ambassador Recruitment & Onboarding;
  • Successfully shortlisted, interviewed, and finalized a diverse cohort of youth ambassadors across several Asian countries.
  • Led a structured onboarding process, including personalized communication, information kits, and the creation of WhatsApp groups and onboarding sessions.
  • Delivered the official Orientation Session (May 24, 2025) and hosted Training Session 01 with climate expert Muhammad Abdur Rahaman.
• Country-Level Structure and Leadership;
  • Developed a clear operational structure for country-level coordination by identifying and appointing Country Leads and Deputy Country Leads in large countries like India.
  • Built accountability and engagement mechanisms through localized leadership and reporting frameworks.
• Regional Project Design & Execution;
  • Authored and finalized the Asia Regional Project Proposal, focused on heatwaves, air pollution, and their health impacts.
  • Designed a multi-phased project involving community research, storytelling, advocacy forums, and policy engagement.
  • Set a $3,500 budget structure and a detailed implementation timeline spanning April to August 2025.
• Ambassador Engagement & Task Management;
  • Issued clear monthly tasks and expectations aligned with HEY’s goals.
  • Rolled out the Ambassador Engagement Plan and provided consistent follow-up and support.
  • Mobilized ambassadors ahead of World Environment Day 2025, initiating a region-wide tree planting and plastic pollution awareness challenge.
• Communication & Content Leadership;
  • Selected and appointed two social media volunteers from the Asia team to coordinate regional and global communication efforts.
  • Provided regular written communication, social copy, session scripts, and content task briefs to guide ambassador storytelling.
• Stakeholder & Expert Engagement;
  • Brought in high-level experts like Mr. Muhammad Abdur Rahaman as speaker and trainer for capacity building.
  • Maintained active communication with the global HEY core team for updates, coordination, and ambassador management.
• Campaign Representation & Values;
  • Upheld the HEY Campaign’s mission of youth-led climate and health action with integrity and inclusivity.
  • Built a cohesive and inspired regional team rooted in empathy, clarity, and collective purpose.

[2] Programme Assistant | IUCN Bangladesh & FAO | Cox’s Bazar | November 2024 – February 2025.

• Led training programs for 100+ Wildlife Response Team (WRT) members across Cox’s Bazar to enhance community-based human-wildlife conflict mitigation strategies.
• Developed a Standard Operating Protocol to establish linkages between local communities, WRTs, Co-Management Committees (CMCs), and the Bangladesh Forest Department (BFD) for effective wildlife conservation.
• Designed and implemented awareness campaigns on wildlife conservation, the Wildlife Act 2012, snake protection, and sustainable human-wildlife coexistence, creating posters, flyers, and community engagement materials under the project’s communication strategy.
• Facilitated the development of a Climate-Resilient Agroforestry Model, promoting elephant-resistant crops (chili, lemongrass, citrus) and sustainable land-use practices to reduce human-elephant conflicts while enhancing livelihoods and biodiversity conservation.
• Organized multi-stakeholder workshops to enhance collaboration between BFD, CMCs, and local farmers, ensuring sustainable and participatory approaches in wildlife conservation and natural resource management.
• Led field data collection and monitoring efforts to assess the effectiveness of wildlife deterrent techniques, early warning systems, and ecosystem restoration initiatives, contributing to data-driven conservation strategies.
• Supported consultant hiring and strategic planning for the development of a comprehensive communication strategy on wildlife and forest protection, ensuring the project’s long-term outreach and impact.
• Collaborated with government agencies, NGOs, and local communities to align conservation interventions with national policies on biodiversity protection and sustainable resource management.

[3] Senior Officer (IWRM & PSI) | GO4IMPact Programme – ESDO, WaterAid & Swisscontact; Funded by SDC | Naogaon | June 2024 – November 2024.

• IWRM Program Implementation & Management;
  • Successfully led the implementation of Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) interventions, directly benefiting over 1,000 community members through targeted capacity-building and resource mobilization initiatives.
  • Played a vital role in executing IWRM strategies at the local level, aligning project activities with UP and Paurashava mandates to ensure community-centric water management solutions.
  • Conducted regular monitoring and evaluation visits to project sites to assess the progress of IWRM plans, ensuring timely reporting and adaptive management of field interventions.
  • Supervised a team of 15 staff members, ensuring the timely and effective delivery of a multi-faceted IWRM project while maintaining consistent donor reporting standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Building;
  • Developed and facilitated over 20 training programs on sustainable water management, significantly enhancing the technical knowledge and awareness of local government officials, private sector partners, and community members.
  • Strengthened the capacity of diverse stakeholders to integrate water management into their planning and decision-making processes, fostering collaborative action and local ownership.
  • Built and maintained strategic relationships with government bodies (UP, Paurashava), CSOs, and deconcentrated line agencies to coordinate and advance IWRM objectives at district and upazila levels.
  • Organized and supported numerous workshops, high-level meetings, and training sessions to build consensus and enhance the capabilities of project beneficiaries and stakeholders.
• Private Sector Engagement & Innovation;
  • Guided the development of innovative, climate-resilient business models by providing local insights and data to the project team[.
  • Collaborated with local government and private sector partners to design new business models, resulting in over 50 new entrepreneurs adopting eco-friendly and sustainable water management practices.
  • Identified and engaged potential entrepreneurs and private sector actors in the IWRM field, successfully mentoring them to expand their business operations and impact.
• Technical Expertise & Communication;
  • Provided strategic technical and policy advice on critical IWRM matters to support the delivery of clean, safe drinking water and address emerging environmental challenges.
  • Leveraged strong thematic expertise in IWRM, NRM, and Climate Action to guide project strategy and field interventions.
  • Supported communications and outreach initiatives on water management and climate change, effectively conveying project goals and successes to a broad audience.

[4] Research Supervisor | CPE – Food for the Hungry & BRAC Climate Bridge Fund | Khulna & Barisal Division | February 2024 – May 2024.

• Supervised two climate resilience research projects in collaboration with Food for the Hungry and BRAC Climate Bridge Fund, covering rural (Barguna) and urban (Khulna, Barisal, Satkhira, Bagerhat, Patuakhali) contexts.
• Led field operations, trained enumerators, and ensured quality control of household surveys, FGDs, and KIIs to assess vulnerability, adaptation strategies, and climate-smart practices.
• Produced analytical reports and community-level adaptation profiles, offering actionable insights for urban planning, infrastructure resilience, and sustainable agriculture.
• Coordinated stakeholder engagement, facilitated data validation workshops, and supported the integration of findings into climate policy and donor programming frameworks.

[5] Environment Officer | Sustainable Enterprise Project (SEP), Pidim Foundation – PKSF; Funded by The World Bank | Narsingdi & Gazipur | July 2022 – January 2024.

• Supervised the environmental compliance and reporting of 12 project branches, providing technical guidance and capacity building to a team of 72 staff members, including ATOs, LOs, and COs.
• Ensured full implementation of the Environmental Management Framework (EMF) through daily monitoring visits to micro-enterprises, rigorous environmental screening, and upholding occupational health and safety standards.
• Facilitated targeted training and awareness programs for numerous microentrepreneurs and workers on critical topics including eco-friendly practices, effective waste management, and workplace safety protocols.
• Produced and submitted all required project documentation, including weekly case studies, comprehensive monthly environmental reports, and baseline photo/video evidence to support project leadership and monitoring efforts.
• Maintained regular and effective coordination with local government authorities and other stakeholders to support environmental improvements and ensure full alignment with project goals.
• Conducted daily field visits to monitor and update environmental progress for a minimum of 15 MEs and performed monthly visits across all 12 project branches to ensure consistent implementation of environmental practices.

[6] Research Assistant | Democratic Budget Movement (DBM) | Dhaka | November 2021 – June 2022.

• Conducted policy reviews and contributed to research planning aligned with national budgeting frameworks.
• Analyzed survey data using SPSS, R, and Excel; created data visualizations and infographics for advocacy use.
• Drafted reports, policy briefs, and summaries to support participatory budgeting campaigns.
• Managed datasets and supported coordination of stakeholder workshops and public consultations.

[7] Supervisor (District Coordinator) | Prottasha Project – Enroute International & IOM – UN Migration; Funded by The European Union | Gazipur | July 2021 – October 2021.

• Supervised a team of 10 volunteers, distributing tasks and collecting data, ensuring the timely submission of weekly progress reports to IOM.
• Coordinated reintegration services for 900+ returning migrants in partnership with local government, civil society organizations (CSOs), and BRAC.
• Conducted face-to-face interviews with returning migrants, collecting biographical data and facilitating access to reintegration support services.
• Strengthened local reintegration efforts by collaborating with the Reintegration Service Center (RSC), bridging gaps between returnees and essential services.

[8] Associate Trainer | Global Platform Bangladesh – ActionAid | Dhaka | February 2020 – June 2021.

• Supported the design and facilitation of youth leadership and climate resilience training programs, impacting over 500+ young participants across Bangladesh.
• Led capacity-building workshops focused on advocacy, climate change, and youth engagement, empowering participants to implement community-driven projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Coordinated and managed volunteer teams for large-scale events, ensuring smooth execution of training programs and timely reporting of outcomes to stakeholders.
• Developed and implemented monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks for tracking the effectiveness of training sessions, producing insights that improved program delivery and alignment with ActionAid’s objectives.
• Conducted documentation and research to support project proposals, donor reports, and internal knowledge sharing, strengthening the organization’s advocacy efforts on climate justice and youth participation.

[9] Research Assistant | Institute of Remote Sensing & GIS, Jahangirnagar University | Dhaka | January 2018 – January 2020.

• Supported academic and field-based research on geospatial analysis, climate vulnerability, and environmental monitoring.
• Conducted remote sensing data analysis, image classification, and GIS-based spatial mapping using ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine, and related tools.
• Assisted in satellite imagery interpretation, land use/land cover change detection, and spatial modeling for academic projects.
• Prepared and organized geo-databases, metadata, and visualization products for publication and presentations.
• Completed certified training in Basic GIS & Remote Sensing, and Advanced Remote Sensing Applications, including field projects and technical report writing.
• Collaborated with faculty and postgraduate researchers to support coursework, workshops, and laboratory-based geospatial experiments.

[10] Intern (Part-Time) | TripZip Tours | December 2018 – May 2019.

• Social Media Management, Research and Communications.

[11] Telemarketing Executive (Night Shift) | SkyTech Solutions | June 2017 – November 2018.

• Outbound call to USA for product campaign.

CONSULTANCY EXPERIENCE

1. Video Story Creator & Researcher | Voices from the Frontline (VFL) Project by ICCCAD, Loss and Damage Forum, and HEKS-EPER | June 2024 – August 2024.
   • Contributed to documenting community narratives on climate-induced loss and damage through in-depth interviews, scripting, audio-visual storytelling, and GIS-supported field insights from Nijhum Dwip, aimed at influencing climate resilience policy and global advocacy.
2. Knowledge Management Support – UNV Online Assignment | WFP Thailand | December 2022 – February 2023.
   • Provided knowledge management and documentation support for WFP’s climate resilience projects, organizing reports and case studies for streamlined access.
3. Research Enumerator | Capturing the Effectiveness of Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation Interventions of Shouhardo-03 Project | USAID, CARE Bangladesh & CPE | April, 2022.
   • Conducted field research on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA), supporting CARE Bangladesh’s Shouhardo-03 Project, funded by USAID at Sunamganj, Netrokona, Kurigram, Gaibandha and Sirajganj district.
4. Volunteer Artist | CARE Bangladesh and Pothikrit | January, 2021.
   • Awareness Campaign for Women Garments Worker in COVID19 by Forum Theatre Performance at Garments in Gazipur and Savar Area.
5. Market Researcher | A Field Research on Tea Stall of Dhaka City by Spellbound Leo Burnett | October – November, 2019.
   • Conducted on-site observations, FGDs, and interviews to gather consumer behavior insights, analyze informal market dynamics, and contribute to reporting on urban micro-business trends.
6. Field Volunteer | Dolphin Fair – Expanding Protected Area Systems Project by IUCN and UNDP | October, 2019.
   • Assisted in the Expanding Protected Area Systems Project, contributing to community awareness and conservation efforts for endangered aquatic ecosystems, focusing on dolphin.
7. GIS Specialist | Premonsoon Aedes Survey by NMEP, DGHS, Government of Bangladesh | March, 2019.
   • Conducted spatial data analysis and created GIS maps of Dhaka city based on survey data, developing GPS navigation points to support enumerators in efficient field data collection.
8. Activista | ActionAid Bangladesh | August 2018 – June 2022.
   • Led youth capacity-building workshops, conducted participatory action research on employment and governance, organized national forums and campaigns on tax justice, gender, and climate, and contributed to policy engagement through field documentation, training facilitation, and advocacy for inclusive development.
9. Project Assessment | PROTIC Project by Oxfam Bangladesh and Monash University | May, 2018.
   • Conducted field assessment at Tahirpur Upazila of Sunamganj District; facilitating FGDs and KIIs with rural women farmers to evaluate the impact of ICT tools on climate-resilient agriculture and contributed to data collection, documentation, and evaluation of digital inclusion in smallholder farming.
10. Research Enumerator | CASE Project by The World Bank & DoE, Government of Bangladesh | September, 2017.
    • Conducted on-site environmental assessments and visited every brick kiln in Feni, Lakshmipur, and Noakhali district to observe kiln types and their impact on local ecosystems, collecting geospatial data to produce accurate GIS maps for air pollution monitoring and mitigation planning.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

1. Impact of COVID-19 related unemployment and Economic Opportunities with Special Focus on Young Women and Young People | ActionAid Bangladesh | 2021.
2. A Youth-led Study on Hotel Restaurant Work Environment of Mohammadpur (Dhaka City) | ActionAid Bangladesh | 2019.
3. Youth Perspective on Election Manifesto of Dhaka City 2019 | ActionAid Bangladesh | 2019.
4. Causes & Consequences of Flash Flood in the North-Eastern Part of Bangladesh: A Case Study on Tahirpur Upazila of Sunamganj District | Department of Geography & Environment, Jahangirnagar University | 2018.

SKILLS

1. Management: Project Cycle Management, Strategic Planning, Work Plan Development, Monitoring & Evaluation, Grant & Budget Management, Administrative Support, Logistical Oversight, Risk Assessment & Mitigation.
2. Research: Socio-economic & Environmental Research, Environmental Impact Assessment, Field Survey, Data Collection, Data Analysis.
3. Communications: Stakeholder Engagement, Community Outreach, Mobilization, Capacity Building, Training Design, Facilitation, Report Writing, Public Speaking, Documentation.
4. Other Soft Skills: Leadership, Problem-Solving, Cross-cultural Communication, Diversity & Inclusion, Team Management, Diplomacy.
5. Technical Proficiencies: GIS, Remote Sensing, SPSS, R, KoBo Toolbox, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, WordPress.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Bangla: Native | English: Professional | Hindi & Urdu: Basic (Listening/Speaking) | Arabic: Basic (Reading/Writing).

HOBBIES

Travelling, Graphics Designing, Content Making, Aquarium, Pet, Gardening, Blogging, Foody, Photography.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

1. Certificate Course on Skill Development for Mobile Game & Application Project – Ux/Ui Design | A2I – ICT Division, Government of Bangladesh | July – September, 2018.
2. Certificate Course on Remote Sensing | Institute of Remote Sensing & GIS, Jahangirnagar University | 12 – 16 May, 2018.
3. Certificate Course on Basic GIS & Remote Sensing | Institute of Remote Sensing & GIS, Jahangirnagar University | 16 – 21 February, 2018.

TRAINING

1. Climate Youth Negotiator Program 2025 | The Program on Negotiation – Harvard Law School | 07 to 09 July 2025.
2. Training on Cyber Hygiene | The Asia Foundation and SAJIDA Foundation | June 27, 2025.
3. ChatGPT for Career, Business and Freelancing Success | Learning Bangladesh | September 2024 – June 2025.
4. ARROW Advocacy Institute Cohort 02 | ARROW | June – August 2024.
5. Workshop on Key Role of Youth and Children in Addressing Loss and Damage | ICCCAD | 24 – 25 May 2024.   
6. Advance Training on Photography and Social Media Content Production | PKSF | 10 – 12 January 2023.
7. Workshop on Data-Driven Advocacy | ARROW | 10 – 12 August 2021.
8. Workshop on Project Management | Global Changemakers | July 2021.
9. Training on Climate Change | BRAC & ActionAid Bangladesh | 29 – 30 June 2021.
10. Workshop on Menstruation, Sexual and Reproductive Health | Global Changemakers | June 2021.   
11. Advanced ToT on Facilitation | Global Platform Bangladesh – ActionAid | 24 – 28 January 2021.
12. ToT on Decent Work, Policy Analysis, and Campaign Tools to Promote EODW | Global Platform Bangladesh – ActionAid | 12 – 16 April 2020.
13. Consultation Workshop on VNR of Bangladesh | Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) | 10 March 2020.   
14. ToT on Facilitation | Global Platform Bangladesh – ActionAid | 09 – 13 February 2020.
15. Training on Diaspora Engagement in Disaster Preparedness | IOM – UN Migration | 28 January 2020.   
16. Asia Convening Youth Workshop | Global Platform Bangladesh – ActionAid | 12 – 15 January 2020.
17. Storytelling Workshop on Creative Art & Activism | Global Platform Bangladesh – ActionAid | December 2019.
18. Training on Young Feminist Organizing & Movement Building | Global Platform Bangladesh – ActionAid | 08 – 12 December 2019.
19. 5th Sub-Regional Workshop on Community Resilience to Climate Change in the Bay of Bengal (Technical Session 3: Youth Engagement) | BRAC | 20 November 2019.
20. Workshop on Unpaid Care Work | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands & ActionAid Bangladesh | 29 October 2019.
21. Workshop on Decent Work for Bangladesh | United Nations Major Group for Children & Youth | 07 September, 2019.
22. Training on Complete Microsoft Office & LaTex | Jahangirnagar University Science Club (JUSC) | 27 April, 2019.
23. ToT on Cyber Crime Awareness & Preventing Violent Extremism (PVE) | Cyber Crime Awareness Foundation | 13 December, 2018.
24. Active Citizens Youth Leadership Training | Democracywatch, British Council Bangladesh | 29 November – 02 December 2018.
25. Training on Tax Justice & Campaign | Global Platform Bangladesh – ActionAid | 07 – 11 October 2018.

ORGANIZATIONAL AFFILIATION

• Country Representative of Bangladesh | P2p+ Asia Pacific – EvalYouth | June 2021 to July 2022.
• Member| YOUNGO – UNFCCC | June 2020 to Present.
• Member | United Nations Major Group for Children and Youth | May 2020 to Present.
• Life Member | CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation | February 2020 to Present.
• Young Leader | Active Citizens – British Council | December 2018 to Present.
• Activista | ActionAid Bangladesh | October 2018 to Present.
• Coordinator | Students for Liberty | 15 September 2019 to 06 May 2020.
• Youth Ambassador | World Literacy Foundation | 10 May 2019 to 14 November 2019.
• Member | The American Center – United States of American Embassy | December 2012 to December 2015.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

1. 24th August 2025: Selected as top 10 in the ‘#AI4Change Campaign’ by the “United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Bangladesh” for content showcasing impactful voices and visions.
2. 28th March 2019: Received an award for “Project Projonmo” in “BLI Spring Camp 2019″ by the U.N.O of Juri Upazilla, Moulovibazar, Bangladesh.
3. 27th November 2018: Achieved 3rd position on video task challenge & video contest for “Inspiring Global good” in the accomplished sustainable goals by Blue Luxury Investments.
4. 20 September 2013: Awarded merit for Outstanding Performance in the H.S.C Examination 2013 by Green University of Bangladesh (GUB).
5. 30-31 March 2012: Presented a case study in the 16th National Annual Quality Convention (16th NAQC) and 5th National Annual Quality Convention on Education (5th NAQCE) held in Dhaka, Bangladesh which was organized by Bangladesh Society for Total Quality Management (BSTAGM) & Ahsanullah University of Science & Technology (AUST).
6. 12-14 January 2012: Participated in the Science & Industrial Technology Fair 2012 by Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BSCIR).
7. 2011: Received Medians of the “MEDS” award for achieving the goal in Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) of MEDS development It’d., Dhaka, Bangladesh.
8. 9-17 September 2011: Successfully participated in the senior level project (physical) of Trust Bank Notre Dame National Science Festival & 21st General Knowledge Competition by Notre Dame Science Club.
9. 2011: Achieved 2nd place on a chemistry-based project (Co2 recycling) in the Frooto Holy Cross 9th Inter College Science Festival 11 of Holy Cross College Science Club.
10. 2011: Awarded merit for Outstanding Performance in the S.S.C Examination 2011 by the Queen Mary College of Sega Zamal Foundation.
11. 2011: Awarded merit for Outstanding Performance in the S.S.C Examination 2011 by the BSB Foundation.

Testimonials

Expertise in Team Management & Program Planning

Mahir is one of the most dedicated activists I’ve worked with and is willing to go the extra mile to help you when needed. His expertise as team member for a social cause is considerable and it helped our team to come up with more efficient solutions and develop different projects.

I know about his amazing team management, program planning & implementation, report writing, photography etc. skills and personally I have learned a lot from him.

I have seen these skills directly from our journey together at ActionAid Bangladesh from 2018 at different events, meetings, campaigns, addas, programs and so on. His contributions were really valuable to the community. I highly recommend Mahir and would love to work together again.

Jisan Mahmud

SRHR Specialist - BRAC

Enthusiastic, Passionate, and Hardworking Teammate

I know Mr Kazi Mahir Tajwar since 2017 as a junior of my department and teammate under the same supervisor. I found him very enthusiastic and passionate about new ideas.

During fieldwork, I noticed his communication skill and eagerness of knowledge. I also know about his high-grade computer literacy and relevant knowledge.

He is a very friendly, high-spirited and hardworking person. He also has no problem working in groups and at the same time, he can work on his own with limited supervision. He possesses a remarkable combination of intellectual curiosity, calm maturity, and deeply humanistic values and above all good leadership.

Krishna Prosad Mondal

Research Officer (IT) - Institute of Remote Sensing & GIS, Jahangirnagar University

Professional GIS Analyst in the Development Sector

Mahir is a professional GIS analyst who works in development sector.

He has lots of knowledge in his field and his exceptional work flow, skills and commitment to work made him different from others. In a project of National Malaria Control Program he demonstrated his dedicated performance. He is not only a reliable but also a forward thinking professional.

I would always recommend Mahir as a skilled professional for suitable position in development field.

Afroza Bintey Zaman Toma

Senior Officer - Save the Children International

Intelligence, Diligence, and Honesty

It is my immense pleasure and honour to recommend Mr Kazi Mahir Tajwar. I know him from last four years who is my junior in the Department of Geography & Environment, Jahangirnagar University. Kazi is involved with different organizations and as a volunteer he is very professional to his work. His intelligence, diligence and honesty outweighed any other which impressed me very much. I am sure that his theoretical understanding, technical skills, field-based experiences and personal qualities will enable him to make an agile and meaningful presence in the job field.

Mostak Arman Sakif

MEAL Manager (Health) of International Rescue Committee Bangladesh

Young Activist Pursuing Social Change

He is young Activista & Activist pursuing social change.

Md. Nazmul Ahsan

Lead - Young People at ActionAid Bangladesh

Excellent Campaigner & Youth Leader

Based on my 1.5 years working experience with Kazi Mahir Tajwar, I can give only my warm recommendation. Mahir is excellent campaigner, passionate youth leader, and a dedicated climate activist. We have worked together for developing capacity of young people for ensuring just and equal society. He has thorough understanding on content knowledge and wonderful research skill which are an asset for my team during designing any training session. On top of that, Mahir is a natural, fluent and interactive facilitator.

Ariful Hoq Shanil

Instructional Designer | University of Manitoba

Expertise in IWRM: A Recommendation for Kazi Mahir Tajwar

I had the pleasure of collaborating with Kazi Mahir Tajwar, whose expertise in Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) is truly impressive as a Senior Officer IWRM for ESDO under GO4IMPact project, a joint collaboration of WaterAid Bangladesh and Swisscontact Bangladesh supported by Embassy of Switzerland.

Mahir’s deep understanding of sustainable water management practices, coupled with his strategic approach, has made him an invaluable asset in projects requiring innovative solutions to complex water resource challenges.

Mahir consistently demonstrates a deep commitment to impactful, results-driven work. Beyond his technical knowledge, Mahir is a collaborative and supportive team player, always ready to mentor and share insights with colleagues. His ability to foster teamwork and motivate others contributes significantly to the success of any project he is part of.

He not only brings innovative ideas to the table but also has the resilience and diligence to see projects through to success. He has a clear focus on sustainable and measurable outcomes, which makes his contributions invaluable.

His dedication to sustainable outcomes is evident in every project he undertakes, as he consistently focuses on long-term impact and resilience.

I highly recommend Mahir for roles requiring expertise in iwrm, water resource management, advocacy, project management and sustainable development. His contributions will undoubtedly make a meaningful difference in any organization.

Md Irfan Ahmed Khan

Operations Manager - GO4IMPact Programme | WaterAid and Swisscontact.

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