Muhammad Ziaul Hoque (He / Him)

Accumulated over 20 years of diverse professional experience, including senior management roles, consultancy, and extensive work with UNICEF in Nutrition and Planning. The career portfolio includes Planning, Monitoring, Data/Information Management, and MIS Systems Management. Played a key role in UNICEF corporate planning and monitoring for over four years, facilitating strategic planning and contributing to UNSDCF 2022-2026 and CPD 2022-2026 development. Contributed to UNICEF's Nutrition team from 2014 to 2019, assisting in various initiatives like CBT/CCTN, DNSO/DNC, NIPU, DEPB, and RTMR. Liaised with various health organizations and coordinated program planning, implementation, and reporting. Supported the implementation and monitoring of UPHCP-II and UPHCSDP projects from 2006 to 2014, focusing on reproductive health, child health, and nutrition. Promoted innovative solutions throughout the career, including introducing ODK/ONA-based data collection, deploying the first web-based HMIS for UPHCP-II in 2007, and supporting DHIS-2 development. Worked directly with the Ministry of Health and Local Govt. Division of Bangladesh on UPHCP-II, UPHCSDP, and HPNSDP to improve services for low-income groups and underserved communities. Established as a domain expert on Health Information Systems (HIS) and M&E, offering a strong background in ICT-based interventions and team management. Developed comprehensive skills in enterprise systems analysis & design, business application programming, and software project management. Possesses hands-on experience in project cycle management, operations, procurement, HR, development partner communications, and research coordination. Expert in partnership development and management with GoB, bilateral, multilateral, NGO, and private organizations. Maintained active presence in relevant forums and networks in alignment with organizational interests.