July 1, 2021

Musfiqur Rahaman Parvez Project Coordinator Agricultural and Rural Development ProjectDristi Protibondhi Unnayan Parishad (DPUP Bangladesh) Professional Profile Musfiqur Rahaman Parvez serves as Project Coordinator for the Agricultural and Rural Development Project of Dristi Protibondhi Unnayan Parishad (DPUP Bangladesh). In this role, he contributes to the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and documentation of rural livelihood and agricultural development activities. His work supports DPUP Bangladesh’s broader commitment to livelihood development, economic empowerment, disability inclusion, poverty reduction, community development, and improved socio-economic opportunities for vulnerable communities in Bangladesh. As Project Coordinator, he supports the coordination of project activities between the DPUP management team, project staff, field-level participants, community groups, technical personnel, local stakeholders, and relevant service providers. His responsibilities include assisting with project planning, activity scheduling, field coordination, documentation, progress reporting, communication, and follow-up of project activities. Key Areas of Responsibility His professional responsibilities may include: Coordinating agricultural and rural development activities Supporting project planning and implementation Coordinating field-level activities and community engagement Supporting identification of potential project participants Assisting with agricultural livelihood assessments Coordinating training and capacity-building activities Supporting crop, livestock, fisheries, and other livelihood initiatives Maintaining project records and documentation Preparing activity and progress reports Communicating with project stakeholders and field teams Monitoring implementation progress Supporting market-linkage and livelihood-development activities Identifying implementation challenges and assisting in developing practical solutions Supporting monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities Promoting participation of persons with disabilities, women, youth, and vulnerable households Assisting with project meetings, workshops, training sessions, and community events Agricultural & Rural Development Focus Under the proposed project framework, Musfiqur Rahaman Parvez contributes to activities designed to connect agricultural production with sustainable livelihood development and income generation. The project may cover areas such as: Crop & Horticulture Vegetable cultivation Seasonal crops Homestead gardening Fruit cultivation Nursery and seedling production Climate-resilient agriculture Livestock Poultry and duck rearing Goat rearing Cattle and dairy activities Small-scale livestock enterprises Fisheries Household pond-based fish farming Small-scale aquaculture Integrated fish and vegetable production Alternative Agricultural Enterprises Mushroom cultivation Beekeeping Compost and organic fertilizer Agricultural processing Food preservation and value addition Small-scale agricultural entrepreneurship Disability-Inclusive Livelihood Development An important aspect of his project responsibilities is supporting DPUP’s objective of making agricultural and livelihood opportunities accessible and inclusive for persons with disabilities. The project approach seeks to ensure that persons with disabilities can participate as producers, entrepreneurs, workers, household economic contributors, and community decision-makers. Particular attention may be given to: Accessible agricultural training Adapted agricultural tools and techniques Home-based production Family-supported enterprises Small-scale livestock and poultry activities Accessible livelihood opportunities Women with disabilities Youth with disabilities Vulnerable and low-income households The overall livelihood pathway can be represented as: Assessment → Training → Productive Inputs → Technical Support → Production → Market Linkage → Income Generation → Savings → Enterprise Development Community & Stakeholder Coordination As Project Coordinator, Musfiqur Rahaman Parvez supports communication and coordination among project stakeholders and contributes to maintaining effective working relationships with: Project beneficiaries Persons with disabilities and their organizations Community groups Local leaders Agricultural and technical service providers Local government stakeholders Development organizations Training institutions Market actors and agricultural traders Project partners and other relevant stakeholders Effective coordination helps ensure that project activities remain participatory, practical, inclusive, accountable, and responsive to community needs. Climate-Resilient Rural Development The project also recognizes the importance of climate and disaster resilience in rural livelihoods. Accordingly, project activities may promote: Climate-resilient crops Water-efficient cultivation Raised-bed farming Homestead production Integrated farming Diversification of household livelihoods Disaster-resilient livestock management Environmental conservation Community preparedness and resilience These activities aim to help vulnerable households protect their productive assets and maintain livelihoods in the face of climate-related risks. Professional Values Musfiqur Rahaman Parvez’s role reflects the professional values promoted by DPUP Bangladesh, including: Integrity • Accountability • Teamwork • Inclusion • Professionalism • Community Participation • Responsibility • Respect He is expected to perform his responsibilities with professionalism, maintain appropriate project documentation, communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, and contribute to the successful implementation of assigned project activities. Contribution to DPUP Bangladesh Through his role in the Agricultural and Rural Development Project, Musfiqur Rahaman Parvez contributes to DPUP Bangladesh’s broader effort to create sustainable livelihood and economic opportunities for persons with disabilities and vulnerable rural communities. His position connects project planning and organizational objectives with practical field-level implementation, helping transform development concepts into activities that can generate skills, productive opportunities, food security, income, entrepreneurship, and greater economic independence. Professional Profile Summary Musfiqur Rahaman Parvez is a Project Coordinator at Dristi Protibondhi Unnayan Parishad (DPUP Bangladesh), supporting agricultural and rural livelihood development initiatives with a focus on inclusive economic empowerment, community participation, climate resilience, and livelihood opportunities for persons with disabilities and vulnerable households.