Fahmid Ahmed Khan

. I have strategic knowledge and work experience in program management, monitoring and evaluation, outreach planning, and financial management. I have always been exuberant about the possibility of working with a company that provides the chance of working with innovation, hard work and offers opportunities to learn, grow and provide for the community, also successfully apply acquired managerial and interpersonal skills to enhance organizational efficiencies.

I have clear understanding of Project management, Policy, advocacy, and influencing, Youth and children's rights, Partnerships and networking, Communication and advocacy, Campaign management, internal and external communication strategies, and I always keep up with the ever-changing global dynamics. This allows me to effectively adapt and implement new techniques to stay ahead in the global market. Additionally, my strong analytical skills enable me to assess the impact of these strategies and make informed decisions for optimal results. As a Development and Corporate professional, I have excellent analytical skills and knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods in strategic planning, stakeholder analysis, and online/offline campaigns. I have expert skills in developing, writing, pitching, implementing knowledge management and public relations campaigns. I have a proven record and phenomenal success with identifying a potential program success, gathering stories, anecdotes, and case studies from grassroots beneficiaries, and presenting the report to provide information and visuals. Also disseminating them on different online platforms. I've created communications strategies and structured messages to maintain brand image, carried out national and regional communications campaigns, events, and press conferences, planned and carried out GR and PR campaigns in support of the project agenda, developed professional relationships with national and regional media stakeholders to uphold the company's influence, managed KOL’s and PR agencies' scope of work, evaluated performance, and provided guidance for a better result. I also cultivated positive relationships with tech reviewers and influencers during the course of my career. In addition, I am also acquainted with high-ranked law enforcement personnel and parliament members. I have close ties with top-tier print media, television and management-level media personnel. 

I have a Master’s degree in Development Studies from BRAC University, Bangladesh a Master Degree in English Language and a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh with more than 10 years of experience working with INGOs, NGOs and corporate organizations all over Bangladesh.

Below is a brief summary of my skills that are the most relevant to this job position:

• Managed numerous projects including: engaging implementing partners and sub-contractors; ensuring efficient project implementation, timely, consistent, technical and financial reporting from project partners.
• Understanding of Knowledge Management Concepts and Framework to Generate, Capture, Organize, and Synthesize 
• Oversaw communication activities including: an effective outreach and communications strategy; developing communications materials; liaising with the Government Secretariat on communications activities; and identifying opportunities to show-case the project peripheries. 
• Ability to use data and feedback to refine communication strategies and tactics.
• Expert in relationship-building, facilitation, negotiation and influencing skills: to garner support, buy-in, and sustained engagement of key stakeholders.
• More than 10 years of experience in strategic program planning and implementation with extensive knowledge of how to plan ahead and use strategy to find the best advocacy and communications plan based on the situation at hand.
• Develop the necessary strategic documents concerning programme planning and implementation, such as policy papers, concept notes, etc.
• Oversaw the establishment of the monitoring and evaluation plan of the Programme and ensure its implementation.
• Skilled in Photography, Videography including use of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Microsoft Publisher, Canva, Vectary etc. 
• I offer an excellent combination of Project Management, M&E development, Communication, GR & PR, and Project Implementation with experience in Democracy and Governance, Gender-based Violence Prevention, SRHR, Reintegration, Labour law and Migration, Preventing Violent Extremism, CSR, ESG and Capacity Building programs for youth in Dhaka, Khulna, Rangpur and Rajshahi region of Bangladesh.
• Experienced in Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Mapping, Government and Public relations, Internal and External Communications, gender and support projects, and developing community-level care projects funded by UNFPA, UNDP, USAID, DFID, British Council, EU, and Counterpart Bangladesh.
• Extensive expertise in managing events of various kind, competent in organizing every part of event preparation with the capacity to prioritize work under pressure and rapidly adjust to changing conditions.

My experience in developing and implementing communication, knowledge management strategies, proposal development, effectively capturing, interpreting, and sharing technical knowledge and best practices with relevant stakeholders coupled with my determination and record of professional achievement would make me a valuable asset to your organization. In collaboration with my teams, I have developed, won and implemented numerous projects in different genre in vulnerable regions of Bangladesh. I have demonstrated the ability to fulfill my previous duties in different projects and organizations in an efficient and professional manner, including maintaining the highest standards of beneficiaries’ safety, motivation, and care. 

Currently I am working as Communication Officer under International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC), to implement the USAID funded Feed the Future Bangladesh Climate Smart Agriculture Activity. My responsibilities include developing and implementing a communications strategy to connect key stakeholders, coordinate with USAID’s communications team to ensure activities are aligned with Mission priorities. I also create press releases, pamphlets, project factsheets, success stories, and daily social media postings as part of project communications. Travel frequently throughout the Zone of Influence (zoi) areas (21 districts), capture appropriate images and videos, and assemble them into impactful narratives. Verify that all visible papers and communications adhere to USAID branding and marking requirements and approved messages. Develop materials and publications for diverse audiences i.e farmers, seed & fertilizer companies, agriculture related private sector stakeholders and govt offices. 

Previously I worked as an Assistant Manager, PR and Communication Department for Gemcon Group in Dhaka, Bangladesh. My responsibilities include developing, driving, and evaluating PR strategies and programs in support of the company's business objectives and revenue targets. I regularly prepare news and launch activities for 12 unique strategic business unit’s, including coordinating media and analyst interviews, tours, events, generating releases, presentations, and other materials as appropriate. I produce internal and external communications and media materials based on data-driven analysis and measurable expected outcomes. Activating and ensuring implementation of processes and programs to meet the company's long-term sustainability goals in partnership with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders. I also developed innovative PR practices across different SBU's of the company. My role involves designing and leading PR and CSR/Sustainability strategies, standards, and direction. I also cultivate and maintain relationships with top media and industry leaders, both nationally and globally. 

I have strategized, supervised, and executed the necessary tasks. My personal skills include having excellent verbal and written skills combined with a friendly and outgoing personality with the ability to work as part of a team efficiently. I am able to take on the responsibility of the position and have the enthusiasm and determination to ensure that I make a success of it. Thank you for taking the time to consider this application and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC), - Communication Officer – (House 27, Suhrawardy Avenue, Baridhara, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh) (June, 2023 – Current) 

• Develop and implement a communications strategy to connect key stakeholders with project activities USAID funded Feed the Future Bangladesh Climate Smart Agriculture Activity.
• Coordinate with USAID’s communications team to ensure activity communications are aligned with Mission priorities.
• Develop relevant communication materials, tools, and approaches in line with the project objectives and USAID guidelines, including identifying appropriate ways to publicize and disseminate content.
• Work closely with the project team to gather and synthesize project-related information, translating information and data into suitable language for a lay audience, as appropriate.
• Work with public and private sector partners to identify and facilitate ways in which they can support project intervention and CSA practice in 21 Zone of Influence (ZOI) districts in Bangladesh.
• Develop project communications materials, information graphics, including project factsheets, press releases, flyers, success stories, and daily social media posts.
• Plan for and regularly develop content for radio, television, print, and electronic media. Liaise with media personnel to publicize as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with USAID branding and marking guidelines and approved messages.
• Ensure sub awardees follow branding and marking guidelines and communications protocols.
• Train project staff, partners, and other stakeholders on integrating communications into day-to-day responsibilities.
• Supervise the activities of service providers responsible for the production of communication media and tools, and event management.
• Use data and feedback to refine communication strategies and tactics.

Achievements:

• Developed and implemented comprehensive communications strategy
• Produced high-quality communication materials
• Secured positive media coverage
• Built and maintained relationships with key stakeholders
• Trained project staff and partners on effective communication
• Evaluated and refined communications strategy based on data and feedback

Gemcon Group – Assistant Manager, PR and Communication – (House no – 44, Road no – 27 (old) 16 (new), Dhanmondi R/A, Dhaka 1209) (April, 2022 – May, 2023)

• Design and lead PR strategies, CSR & Sustainability strategies, standards and direction in support of Gemcon Group business objectives or revenue targets.
• Prepare news and launch activities of 12 SBU’s, including coordinating media and analyst interviews, tours, events, generating releases, presentations and other materials as appropriate.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with top media, and industry leaders (business, national, global).
• Provide media and spokesperson training for key SBU’s and sales leadership as needed.
• Produce internal and external communications and media materials based on data-driven analysis and measurable expected outcomes
• Activate and ensure implementation of processes and programs to meet company long term sustainability goals in partnership with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders
• Contribute to the development and adoption of innovative PR practices across different SBU’s of the company.
• Manage and motivate agencies to deliver on message, on time, on budget. 
• Functional or department budget planning and management.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy to increase brand visibility and engagement across various platforms

Achievements:

• Development of a new economic PR strategy for the company, including strong engagement with Government on the development of a national industrial strategy
• Launched and managed successful marketing of multiple products from diverse strategic business units.
• Delivery of numerous big budget internal and Government-funded campaign portfolio, in order to boost SBU’s PR performance
• Strategic 5-year PR planning of 12 SBU's 
• 35% budget efficient proposal submitted for year 2023-24.
• Campaigning on key issues i.e SDG and Smart Bangladesh initiative, including investment in several national defense projects, including GR and PR. 

Masthead PR (House no 8/A, Road no 143, Gulshan 01, Dhaka – 1212) (December 2020 – March, 2022)

• Corporate and Government Stakeholder Mapping
• Campaign Development, Management and Implementation 
• Strategic Planning to ensure the maximum mileage of our clients 
• Liaison with media houses to enhance visibility of corporate clients
• Ensure significant share of voice in media
• Develop Presentation and Pitching Proposals
• Content development, writing Press Release and Interpreter 
• Managed Corporate clients i.e Unilever, BAT Bangladesh, MasterCard, EDOTCO, Shwapno, OPPO, Infinix with numerous campaign and risk mitigation. 

Achievements:

• Received three retainer clients and one project-based client after successful pitch presentation.
• Completed several existing campaigns.
• Managed numerous crisis situation for BAT Bangladesh and Unilever Bangladesh Limited 
• Pitched to the group board members to amend the compliance policy for onboarding INGO projects.
• Achieved several project PR from ILO, USAID, Democracy International, WaterAid Bangladesh.
  
   

Rupantar Communications Specialist  – House no – 2/16, Block - B, Lalmatia, Dhaka 1207 (October, 2014 - November, 2020)

• Developing communications strategies, social media strategies, development and implementation of communications and outreach campaigns etc.
• Devise national, international media strategies, pitch projects and concepts before Government and International NGO's
• Managed all USAID and UN projects of Rupantar, monitored their Impact resolution and implemented After Action Review (AAR).
• Collaborate with CTTC to host the first C/PVE conference in Bangladesh with support from USAID, the UN, and GCERF
• Routine report submission to all concerning organizations
• Manage all social media channels, monitor social media trends, analyze data, and adjust strategies accordingly to optimize performance
• Supervise projects under Disaster management and Climate Change Adaptation Program
• Pandemic data collection, analyzing and research based on project objectives. 
• Develop new project proposals to support Covid and Amphan affected people in the coastal region and diaspora people.
• Managed large teams simultaneously while supervising different projects

Achievements:

• Arranged and executed the 1st ever International Counter/Preventing Violent Extremism Conference.
• Drafted the CSO perspective for Bangladesh’s 1st ever national CVE policy. 
• Co-author to “A Handbook on Anti-Terrorism Act, 2009 for university students.

Managed multiple USAID projects of about 6 million USD. 

BRAC University - Master of Development Studies - 3.30 (2023)
Rajshahi University - M.A in English Language - 2.79 (2017)
Rajshahi University - B.A in English Literature - 2.73 (2015)