Raiyana Rafia has studied economics and development studies at Asian University for Women in Bangladesh, maintaining a high GPA. She has interned at the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics analyzing consumer price index data and at the Bangladesh Institute of Development Studies researching the livelihoods of Dhaka's urban poor. Rafia has also volunteered in her community, teaching English and raising health awareness. She is skilled in English, Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, Microsoft Office, and SPSS.
MSW with 4.9 years experience in Community Development program Dattatraya Naik
I am a qualified, dedicated and experienced Community Development worker, Specializing in CSR Programs, Project Management and Team handling. My most recent role has been the Implementation, Coordination of CSR programs, Proposal writing, Designing strategies, Budgeting, Monitoring of programs, Preparation of reports in OUTREACH organisation.
27 years of experience in: Research & Development | Journalism | Translations (English to Urdu) | Short Story Reading & Writing | Voluntary Assignment | Training & Development | Teaching |Community Relations
Respected Sir/ Madam,
I am a qualified, dedicated and experienced community development worker, specializing in CSR Programs, Project management and team handling. My most recent role has been the coordination of CSR programs, proposal writing, designing strategies, budgeting, monitoring of programs, preparation of reports in OUTREACH organisation.
My time in CSA, Christ University has seen me plan, implement, evaluate and report on programs that integrated community development. I have overseen the distribution of education materials and supplements, coordination of children activity centres, training of program delivery teams, provision of logistical and technical support, and the preparation of funding submissions and grant proposals. This role has also involved collecting and analysing data on the impact and effectiveness of our education, health and livelihood programs on integrated communities, as well as ensuring KNH compliance in every aspect of our program delivery, and an understanding of the importance of developing sustainable community development programs.
I have a strong academic grounding in Master of Social Work at Karnataka University Dharwad, Community Development and project management, having completed a Bachelor of Arts, and completed fellowship in Social Entrepreneurship in Deshpande Foundation, Hubli, India.
I possess excellent organisational skills and an ability to maintain the big picture while attending to details and logistics. I am an excellent communicator, with an ability to manage large teams of people; and I remain calm and positive under pressure, especially in what can be difficult or traumatic situations.
My resume is attached and I look forward to being able to discuss the position with you further.
MSW with 4.9 years experience in Community Development program Dattatraya Naik
I am a qualified, dedicated and experienced Community Development worker, Specializing in CSR Programs, Project Management and Team handling. My most recent role has been the Implementation, Coordination of CSR programs, Proposal writing, Designing strategies, Budgeting, Monitoring of programs, Preparation of reports in OUTREACH organisation.
27 years of experience in: Research & Development | Journalism | Translations (English to Urdu) | Short Story Reading & Writing | Voluntary Assignment | Training & Development | Teaching |Community Relations
Respected Sir/ Madam,
I am a qualified, dedicated and experienced community development worker, specializing in CSR Programs, Project management and team handling. My most recent role has been the coordination of CSR programs, proposal writing, designing strategies, budgeting, monitoring of programs, preparation of reports in OUTREACH organisation.
My time in CSA, Christ University has seen me plan, implement, evaluate and report on programs that integrated community development. I have overseen the distribution of education materials and supplements, coordination of children activity centres, training of program delivery teams, provision of logistical and technical support, and the preparation of funding submissions and grant proposals. This role has also involved collecting and analysing data on the impact and effectiveness of our education, health and livelihood programs on integrated communities, as well as ensuring KNH compliance in every aspect of our program delivery, and an understanding of the importance of developing sustainable community development programs.
I have a strong academic grounding in Master of Social Work at Karnataka University Dharwad, Community Development and project management, having completed a Bachelor of Arts, and completed fellowship in Social Entrepreneurship in Deshpande Foundation, Hubli, India.
I possess excellent organisational skills and an ability to maintain the big picture while attending to details and logistics. I am an excellent communicator, with an ability to manage large teams of people; and I remain calm and positive under pressure, especially in what can be difficult or traumatic situations.
My resume is attached and I look forward to being able to discuss the position with you further.
1. Raiyana Rafia
65, West Rajabazar, Tejgaon, Dhaka, Bangladesh |raiyana.rafia@auw.edu.bd |
EDUCATION:
Asian University for Women (AUW), Chittagong, Bangladesh
Bachelor ofArts in Economics,Minor in Development Studies, CGPA 3.36/ 4.00 (Expected) May
2015
IKEA Scholar for Academic Excellence at AUW, 2012-Present
Holy Cross College: Dhaka,Bangladesh
Higher Secondary School Certificate, 2010, GPA: 5.00/ 5.00
YWCA Higher Secondary Girl’s School: Dhaka,Bangladesh
Secondary School Certificate, 2008, GPA: 5.00/ 5.00
Recipient of Board Scholarship in 2008 for S.S.C. result
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Intern at Department ofUrban Development,Bangladesh Institute ofDevelopment Studies
June-August, 2014
Accomplished research on the Dhaka’s urban poor’s livelihood to identify their contribution for
the improvement of Dhaka
Synthesized relevant data,represented statistical data and analyzed the poor’s (engaged in
informal services) living condition and livelihood
Wrote a research report to understand the urban poor’s contribution and policies can apply to
improve their living conditions and livelihood
Intern at National Accounting Wing, Bangladesh Bureau ofStatistics
July- August, 2013
Analyzed CPI Data
Wrote a report on National Accounting Wing’s work procedure
Bangabandhu Free General Hospital, Jogia, Lohagora, Narail
May- July, 2010.
Educating people about their health issues
Collected data to see the health condition of the locality
AUW Community Service Club
September-October 2010
Taught slum children the basic concepts of English at M.M.Ali road, Chittagong.
Research:
Raesearch Assistant, Handicraft Artisans in Bangladesh, 2012
Survey and Research work,June 2012
2. Interviewed 15 Jamdani Weavers about their income sources, professional trainings and desire for
future changes in their crafts
Result: Majority of the people do not have any professional training and most of their families are
depending on Jamdani craft. For future change, they want to have their own Jamdani businesses
rather than work for other people.
CONFERENCE PARTICIPATION
Speak Up Against Violence, February,2013 at Asian University for Women
The Passover Conference: Reflections on the Selfand the Other, April 2012, Chittagong,
Bangladesh,
Imagining another Future for Asia: Ideas and Pathways for Change, January 2011, Dhaka,
Bangladesh
LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEERACTIVITIES
Communication Officer, Urban Development Club, Asian University for Women, 2014-2015
academic year
Working as a safety marshal in AUW
Delivered speech on the history of Egypt in Access Academy Showcase
Member, AUW’s Economics Club
Member, AUW’s Speak up against Violence
SKILLS AND LANGUAGES
Fluent in English and Bengali (spoken, written, listened and read)
Proficiency in Hindi and Urdu (spoken and listened)
Proficient in MS Office Suite and SPSS
REFERENCES:
1) Aziza Parvin
Director, Computer Wing
Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics
+8801715109295
2) Anwara Begum
Senior Research Fellow,
Bangladesh Institute of Development Studies
anwarabids@gmail.com
Availability: December,2014