Business Desk :
Md Sariful Islam, a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience, has recently joined Oxfam Bangladesh as its head of Influencing, Communications, Advocacy and Media.
This appointment follows his tenure as a communications officer at the International Labour Organization (ILO) in Bangladesh, reads a press statement issued today (20 June).
Speaking about his new role, Sariful said, “I am thrilled to join Oxfam, an organisation at the forefront of the global fight against inequality and injustice. I am eager to contribute to its mission by leveraging my strategic communications, advocacy, and influencing expertise.”
Sariful has an extensive background in communications and journalism, marked by leadership roles and achievements. He worked for the International Organization for Migration (IOM) as the national communications officer. He also served ActionAid Bangladesh (AAB) as deputy manager and communications lead where he worked for the development and execution of the Rohingya Emergency Communications Strategy, along with significant contributions to women’s rights, youth empowerment, climate & environmental justice, and good governance.