Md. Ariful Islam

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Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Technical Lead at SNV Abt Global @ Abt Associates
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Dhaka, Bangladesh, Bangladesh
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Responsible for designing and implementing various strategic communication programs in multi-disciplinary field. Having about more than 12 years of experience in different national and international organizations and closely work with the grass roots as well as policy level people focusing on Health, Gender along with other socially, culturally sensitive issues including nutrition, Diabetic Retinopathy (DR), Soil Transmitted Helminth (STH), gender equality, violence against women, HIV&AIDS, sexual health, reproductive health etc. As program and communication specialist experienced to plan, conceptualize, design and implement local and mass media campaigns, community participation initiatives, message and material development and interactive programs using mass media, advocacy, social mobilization interventions and GoB and NGO collaboration. Obtained 2 Master’s degrees—Master of Public Health and Master of Social Science in Anthropology from ASA University of Bangladesh and Rajshahi University respectively.At present, I am serving as Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) Specialist for Helen Keller International (HKI). In current role, fully responsible to develop SBCC strategy, IEC/BCC materials development, design campaign for different projects on different health issues implemented by HKI, develop case study/success story and look after branding and visibility of HKI/ Bangladesh. Moreover, have experience to work and knowledge on Formative and Qualitative research. Also have experience to design and rollout nationwide campaign on gender equality titled “Equality through Dignity” using mass media, digital platform and event and activation. Have good professional relationship and network with media and PR agencies who are working in Bangladesh. Experienced to manage several events at national and local level. Members of Bangladesh BCC Working Group, Springboard and Dhaka Advertising Club.

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Abt Associates

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Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Technical Lead at SNV Abt Global
Md. Ariful Islam Work Experience Details
  • Abt Associates
    Social And Behavior Change (Sbc) Technical Lead
    Abt Associates Nov 2023 - Present
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
    Core ResponsibilitiesLead development of BNA’s SBC strategy and annual workplan, in collaboration with the project team, partners, and stakeholders. Ensure interventions follow proven SBC principles and best practices. Use data to identify innovative, sustainable, cost-effective interventions to change attitudes, perceptions, beliefs, and intentions.Identify formative research and audience analysis needs to identify target audiences, key behaviors, and motives, triggers, and… Show more Core ResponsibilitiesLead development of BNA’s SBC strategy and annual workplan, in collaboration with the project team, partners, and stakeholders. Ensure interventions follow proven SBC principles and best practices. Use data to identify innovative, sustainable, cost-effective interventions to change attitudes, perceptions, beliefs, and intentions.Identify formative research and audience analysis needs to identify target audiences, key behaviors, and motives, triggers, and barriers to behavior change; collaborate with BNA’s MEL team and HCD partner to source and apply evidence to the design, implementation, and evaluation of BNA’s SBC strategy.Lead development and implementation of integrated SBC interventions across three result areas. Serve as the primary liaison between BNA and its HCD, creative services, and SBC implementation partners.Collaborate with BNA’s creative services and SBC implementation partners to design, develop, and implement high-quality SBC interventions (including print, audio, video, mid-media, and interpersonal communication materials and tools) that are tailored to the needs and aspirations of target audiences and take into account cultural and social norms; ensure that SBC materials and tools are pre-tested, proven effective, and used efficiently. Ensure that SBC materials are technically sound with accurate information.Provide technical guidance and support to project staff and partners on SBC principles, practices, and strategies. Build capacity of BNA staff and partners to implement high quality and effective SBC work.Coordinate with USAID, GOB, and other stakeholders to ensure that SBC interventions, material, and tools, are reviewed and approved by relevant authorities; advocate for their integration into existing health, nutrition, and WASH programs and services.Work with the MEL team to measure and document progress and impact of SBC activities; contribute to project reporting and strategic communication efforts. Show less
  • Snv
    Bcc Advisor
    Snv Feb 2019 - Dec 2023
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Helen Keller International
    Social And Behaviour Change Communications (Sbcc) Specialist
    Helen Keller International Mar 2017 - Dec 2023
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
    As a core team player, I have been providing necessary support in fulfilling communications and SBCC needs of below projects which is being implemented by HKI/Bangladesh-  Suchana- Ending the Cycle of Undernutrition in Bangladesh which supported by UKAID and EU and lead by Save the Children in Bangladesh  Scaling up Diabetic Retinopathy Services (SDRS) project  Comprehensive Soil Transmitted Helminth (STH) Control Project at Bandarban  Affordable Nutritious Food For Women… Show more As a core team player, I have been providing necessary support in fulfilling communications and SBCC needs of below projects which is being implemented by HKI/Bangladesh-  Suchana- Ending the Cycle of Undernutrition in Bangladesh which supported by UKAID and EU and lead by Save the Children in Bangladesh  Scaling up Diabetic Retinopathy Services (SDRS) project  Comprehensive Soil Transmitted Helminth (STH) Control Project at Bandarban  Affordable Nutritious Food For Women (ANF4W) • Under Suchana programme, support to design and implementation of formative research, SBCC Strategy and visibility and communication plan. Conceptualize, develop and pre-test SBCC materials on Gender and Homestead Food Production (HFP). Design and roll out campaign at community level. Capture and disseminate case studies,photo story and success stories. Maintaining photographic documentation of project activities, assisting in video production and editing, and maintain the audio-visual library. Develop Bulletin and other print materials for internal and external audiences.• Design and implement awareness campaign on Diabetic Retinopathy under Scaling up Diabetic Retinopathy Services (SDRS) project. Develop health education, service promotion and counseling materials both in print and A/V format and disseminate through media and other channels. • Under Soil Transmitted Helminth (STH), provide support to conduct barrier analysis, identify tools and channels and develop materials considering context of CHT. Develop campaign plan on ‘ National De-worming Week’ and implement at Bandarban. Develop materials for courtyard and training session. Campaign targeting school children and out of school children.• Support to develop documentary and instructional video, billboard under ANF4W project. • Support the country office and projects with development of communications materials.• Develop plan and arrange event and exhibition. • Maintain liaison with media and ensure coverage . Show less
  • Mattra
    Campaign Manager
    Mattra Feb 2013 - Feb 2017
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
    • Develop Strategic Campaign Plan ;• Arrange inaugural event where honorable president and ministries were present ; • Assist to develop TV Spot endorsing by celebraties of different sectors and airing through different TV Channels; • Develop 4 Radio Spots and 2 Radio Drama Serial ;• Develop interactive Radio programs and broadcasted through ABC Radio,Dhaka FM and Radio Shadhin; • Develop and telecasting a number of TV Talk Shows; • Organize a number of Round Table… Show more • Develop Strategic Campaign Plan ;• Arrange inaugural event where honorable president and ministries were present ; • Assist to develop TV Spot endorsing by celebraties of different sectors and airing through different TV Channels; • Develop 4 Radio Spots and 2 Radio Drama Serial ;• Develop interactive Radio programs and broadcasted through ABC Radio,Dhaka FM and Radio Shadhin; • Develop and telecasting a number of TV Talk Shows; • Organize a number of Round Table Discussion in association with leading dailies and magazines;• Assist to develop several short documentaries on contribution of women in agriculture, unpaid work and care works ;• Develop posters, stickers and leaflets ;• Plan and implement street show from Dhaka to Rangpur as part of celebration of International Women’s Day ;• Organize ‘ Youth Gathering’ event at Dhaka and outside of Dhaka • Arrange events at grassroots level using different folk cultural forms • Organize ‘ 16 days of activism against gender based violence’ around the country ;• Design and implement different activities targeting International Women’s Day;• Organize poster contest on campaign’s issues • Provide support to develop, maintain website http://womensdignity.org.bd and facebook page https://www.facebook.com/equality.through.dignity Show less
  • Mattra
    Manager-Communications
    Mattra Nov 2011 - Jan 2013
    Dhaka,Bangladesh
    • Devising overall communication strategy for the project ; • Assist to develop a number of TV & Radio Spot and different type of programs for TV and Radio for mass awareness; • Provide supports to develop and publish Newspaper advertisement, feature and article ; • Develop BCC materials targeting most at risk population for HIV and AIDS; • Organize events using community media and local level advocacy in order to create an enabling… Show more • Devising overall communication strategy for the project ; • Assist to develop a number of TV & Radio Spot and different type of programs for TV and Radio for mass awareness; • Provide supports to develop and publish Newspaper advertisement, feature and article ; • Develop BCC materials targeting most at risk population for HIV and AIDS; • Organize events using community media and local level advocacy in order to create an enabling environment;• Organize a number of musical concerts and other events and activation targeting young people in and around the country; • Develop and maintain strategic partnership with print media and local cultural groups at district levels; • Documentation of project activities. Show less
  • Mattra
    Assistant Manager-Documentation
    Mattra Mar 2008 - Oct 2011
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
     Development of process documentation and facilitators guidelines for project activities; Capturing most significant change stories and case studies; Development of message & materials for advocacy initiatives and awareness creation campaigns; Organized different type of events/workshop/seminar Document and prepare event reports
  • Icddr,B
    Research Officer
    Icddr,B Mar 2006 - Dec 2007
    Joypurhat & Khulna, Bangladesh

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Public Relations Social Media Event Planning Customer Service Event Management Microsoft Office Corporate Communications Media Relations Powerpoint Press Releases Strategic Communications Public Speaking Project Planning Research Proposal Writing Community Development Government Qualitative Research Grants Report Writing Policy Fundraising Ngos Public Policy Program Evaluation International Development Strategic Planning Public Health Nonprofit Organizations

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Md. Ariful Islam works for Abt Associates

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Md. Ariful Islam's current role is Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Technical Lead at SNV Abt Global.

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Md. Ariful Islam attended University Of Rajshahi, Asa University Bangladesh, Cantonment Public School And College, Bogra.

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