Ahmed Mostafa (Zayan) Email and Phone Number
I am a seasoned development and education Sector Consultant and Project Manager who has been working in various capacities in the last 6 years. I am passionate about sustainable solutions that makes the lives of everyone around better. My specialization is program and project management, communications and market research. I have a demonstrated history of managing teams and projects in 4 countries around the world with an estimated value of USD 35 million. I want to contribute to a better tomorrow which is a sustainable world with empathy and equity for everyone. My clients and workplace in the last 6 years includes multilateral and bilateral agencies such as Asian Development Bank (ADB), The World Bank Group (WBG), International Finance Corporation (IFC) and GiZ. I have also worked with international organisations such as Mitsubishi Corporation, ActionAid and EdTech Hub.Open to opportunities around the world in developing sustainable solutions related to remote learning, education management, Market research, social inclusion, curriculum development, Education Technology and Social Development.
Bangladesh Youth Enterprise Advice & Helpcentre (Byeah)
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Head Of Strategy And New VenturesBangladesh Youth Enterprise Advice & Helpcentre (Byeah) Aug 2023 - PresentDhaka, Bangladesh-Successfully designed and delivered the 2024-2027 Partnership Masterplan for the organization, encompassing national and international strategy aiming for 25 percent growth year on year.-Managed, conceptualized the first Ethical Finance Fund for the organization,aiming to support more than 1000 entrepreneurs in the next 2 years through this USD 5 Million fund. -Developed Green financing training modules for Youth Business International as part of an international collaboration for 3500 youth entrepreneurs.-Supported 12 Canadian startups in developing their strategy and pitch decks, ensuring they get accepted to local incubators for further growth.-Led and organized a youth entrepreneurship competition which resulted in 12,000 entries from all over Bangladesh and beyond. The competition resulted in Entrepreneurs raising more than USD 12 Million funding.-Developed and designed Business plans, financial projections and investor pitch decks for multiple infant Startups based in Canada. Specialized in multiple sectors such as tourism, fitness, healthcare as well as the FMCG industry. -
Education SpecialistEdtech Hub Mar 2023 - Apr 2024As part of the specialist network, I will work on interventions to specific education challenges using technology with the Bangladesh government, supporting more than 30 million students in primary and secondary level. -
Communications And Sustainability ConsultantThe World Bank Apr 2021 - Jul 2023Dhaka, BangladeshWorked as a communications consultant and focal point with the Global Education Practice team in South Asia. As part of my responsibility, I was entrusted as the focal point and Consultant for the Covid-19 School Sector Response Project, which supported the Department of Primary Education (DPE) in Bangladesh in opening 60,000 primary schools safely as well as worked to develop education content for students, provide formative and summative assessment to measure learning loss and then take subsequent remedial measures to cover these losses.Achievements till date-Designed and developed the projects achievement Video.-Developed Communication strategy to raise awareness among teachers and students about the remote learning content in liason with the government agency, The department of Primary Education (DPE).- Develop the remote learning sustainability plan of the Project for long term sustainability, generating financial and policy level commitment from the Government of Bangladesh- Training of more than 3000 teachers on Formative and summative assesment as well as mental health training to cope with the trauma of school closures and learning loss.- Support more than 20,000 schools with Subgrant and lead monitoring of grant.- Development of more than 6000 Learning content materials for remote learning development sustainability. -
Country Coordinator, Business Development ResearchWashington Business Dynamics Apr 2023 - Jun 2023Dhaka, BangladeshAs part of the country coordinator for WBD, identified investment opportunities for USA based firms in the Green Energy, Pharmaceuticals, Motor parts and medical equipment's sectors of Bangladesh. -
Founding Consultant And Director Of OperationsSymm Consulting Limited Jul 2020 - May 2022Dhaka, Bangladesh- Worked as the chief research consultant in a Covid-19 guideline communication project for LFMEAB and Grey Bangladesh, funded by IFC. It required carrying out a survey among the factory workers to assess their COVID awareness and formulate a consistent communication strategy.- Led the Development of Guidelines for Women Friendly Marketplace in haatbazars of Bangladesh- Led a team of 10 business developers and 10 consultants in working with various organizations of the corporate and development Sector of Bangladesh- Work as the Parternship and association lead.- Led the business plan for a Digital Maternity Platform, aligned it with the business objectives of being a one-stop solution for all maternity essentials while providing financial assistance for the unprivileged community. -
Deputy Head Of Project Management UnitE.Gen Consultants Ltd. Jan 2019 - Apr 2020Cambodia, Timor-Leste, Myanmar, BangladeshHead of Project Management for Loan/Grant projects in Cambodia and ADB TA Projects in Timor-Leste and Bangladesh -
Project Managment AnalystE.Gen Consultants Ltd. Jan 2018 - Jan 2019Cambodia, Timor-Leste, Myanmar, Bangladesh• Managing multi-disciplinary and portfolio of projects of various clientele e.g. World Bank, ADB, and other government agencies across the globe• Managing projects of Education, Tourism and sustainability in countries like Cambodia, Philippines, Myanmar, and Indonesia • Provide technical input in developing training modules and curriculum for secondary and upper-secondary education.• Lead teams in various projects. Total team members range from 10 to 46 consultants national and International,• Managing multi-disciplinary teams from project inception till completion phase both nationally and internationally. • Controlling and improving the quality of reports/deliverable/milestones prepared by the consultant team before submitting to the client. • Tracking and monitoring progress throughout the project Initiation, Planning, Execution, Control and Closure phases • Negotiating contract with the clients, consultants, subcontractors and relevant vendors• Ensuring stakeholders’ agreements/amendments are done timely and effectively• Assisting the project team leader in administrative works• Preparing appropriate and effective communication strategy for clients, agencies and project stakeholders. • Ensuring effective coordination between client and project team members • Forecasting and managing project and portfolio financials• Providing technical assistance in multiple projects upon necessity -
Freelance ContributorThe Financial Express Nov 2018 - Apr 2020Dhaka, BangladeshI contribute articles on Education, SDGs and the Financial Sector. -
CoordinatorMentors' Jan 2017 - Dec 2017Kalabagan,Dhaka,Bangladesh-As the Coordinator, I am entrusted with the responsibility of facilitating, monitoring and overseeing 56 batches in Kalabagan and 15 batches in Chittagong branch.-Designed and started a new course " D-Unit course for English Medium students" to ensure my organization could maximize the value offered by diversifying our services.-I lead and supervise 52 English and Mathematics instructors to ensure day to day operations are done smoothly so that the management and instructors can work in harmony towards meeting the organizational goals -
Mathematics Teacher And Curriculum Development LeadMentors' Jan 2014 - Dec 2016-I have taken over 22 BBA admission preparation batches, SAT and Private University admission batches in the past three and a half years. This led to significant success in terms of admission test results of my students.-As a part of creating new content for the analytical ability and mathematics course, I Co-authored a book named "Analytical Q Bank" and modified "Mentors' Math Q Bank" -
Marketing And Business Development ConsultantAlokito Hridoy Foundation Jan 2016 - Dec 2017Dhaka, Bangladesh-Lead search for International opportunities and collaboration-Provide technical input in designing of new projects.-Prepare proposals for international grants and funding-Lead research for developing new curriculum for the 21st century skills training -
Business Development ConsultantAlokito Hridoy Foundation Jan 2016 - Jun 2017Bangladesh -
Teaching AssistantVertical Horizon Jan 2012 - Jul 2014Worked as the teaching assistant of the mathematics department. Job responsibilities included taking extra classes for weak students, grade and conduct exams.
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What company does Ahmed Mostafa (Zayan) work for?
Ahmed Mostafa (Zayan) works for Bangladesh Youth Enterprise Advice & Helpcentre (Byeah)
What is Ahmed Mostafa (Zayan)'s role at the current company?
Ahmed Mostafa (Zayan)'s current role is Ethical and Green financing expert| Development and Innovation Consultant | EdTech, Innovation and Social Development Expert.
What schools did Ahmed Mostafa (Zayan) attend?
Ahmed Mostafa (Zayan) attended Institute Of Business Administration, University Of Dhaka, United International University.
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