info@ipag.org
The Institute for Policy, Advocacy, and Governance
  • Please wait..

Our Team

Prof. Syed Munir Khasru

Chairman

Emran Hossain

General Manager, Finance & Admin

M. Hasan Tawfique

Regional Head, Asia Pacific

Rubayat E Shams Anik

Assistant Manager & Senior Research Associate

Preeti Pandya

Assistant Manager & Senior Research Associate

Zulfa Kamal

Senior Research Associate

David Biju

Senior Executive (Projects, Programs & Partnerships), India

Fatema Konka

Senior Executive (Projects & Communication)

Safa Azad

Project Management Officer

Tanjid Yousuf Tasin

Research Intern

Tasnova Halim Dola

Research Intern

Prof. Syed Munir Khasru

Chairman

Emran Hossain

General Manager, Finance & Admin

M. Hasan Tawfique

Regional Head, Asia Pacific

Rubayat E Shams Anik

Assistant Manager & Senior Research Associate

Anik has over four years of experience in research, consulting, and managing projects working with clients like IDRC Canada, UNESCO, and the Government of Bangladesh. On behalf of IPAG, he has partnered with the United Nations, Meta, Google, and others, contributing to diverse roles such as strategic decision-making, research, and content development. Notably, he led the organizing of the G20 AI conference in Bali 2022 and developed strategies for the UNESCO-supported IFDaD forum in Rome. Anik also served as the Network Manager for the UN’s Sustainable Development Solutions Network in Bangladesh and has spoken internationally on technology, trade, and democracy at several forums & conferences.

Preeti Pandya

Assistant Manager & Senior Research Associate

Zulfa Kamal

Senior Research Associate

Zulfa Kamal has over five years of experience in academic and sociological research, with skills in qualitative research, analysis, and report writing. She previously served as the National Network Manager for Bangladesh under the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, representing IPAG. Currently, she is involved in grant writing, research proposal writing, and external communications at IPAG.

David Biju

Senior Executive (Projects, Programs & Partnerships), India

David is an experienced Project Engineer whose career is underpinned by a robust academic foundation, having a Master’s degree in International Business from the prestigious Queen Mary University of London. An accomplished researcher, David has authored various publications on composite material development and holds a patent-pending. His professional journey is marked by a blend of practical engineering prowess, research excellence, and international project experience. He brings a unique perspective to the team, driven by a deep understanding of both technical intricacies and global business dynamics.

Fatema Konka

Senior Executive (Projects & Communication)

Safa Azad

Project Management Officer

With a knack for communication, Safa is passionate about driving sustainable change. In her role, she provides invaluable support to the Project Management Unit, overseeing portfolios for esteemed clients such as the Asian Development Bank, the World Bank, and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. She facilitates the execution of diverse programs, ensuring smooth operations within the team. Her dedication lies in utilizing data-driven insights and fostering stakeholder engagement to tackle pressing social challenges head-on.

Tanjid Yousuf Tasin

Research Intern

Tasnova Halim Dola

Research Intern