Dr. Md. Faridul Islam

About Me

Dr. Md. Faridul Islam

As a member of the 11th BCS (Administration) cadre, Dr. Md. Faridul Islam is a retired Secretary of the Government of Bangladesh and a seasoned public administrator with more than three decades of hands-on experience in governance of local government and rural development.

He has held key leadership roles, including Chief Executive Officer of multiple Zilla Parishads and Protocol Officer to the Hon’ble Prime Minister. He holds a Ph.D. degree in Public Administration from American Independent University, USA, with research focused on women’s participation in local governance and sustainable development.

He is also an accomplished researcher with contributions in environmental studies and agricultural science, and remains actively engaged in policy development, academic research, and social initiatives.

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40+ Years

Public Service

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Policy Maker

Strategic Reforms

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Governance Scholar

Academic Background

Foundation built on excellence and dedication to learning

Ph.D. in Public Administration

2023

American Independent University, California, USA

Dissertation: A Study on Women Participation in Local Government and Sustainable Development in Bangladesh. Supervised by Prof. Dr. Peter Shephard, American Independent University, USA. Co-supervised by Prof. Dr. Md. Sadrul Amin, HMD Science & Technology University.

Post Graduate Diploma in Governance Studies (Public Administration)

2007

BCS (Administration) Training Academy & Northern University, Dhaka, Bangladesh

CGPA: 3.117

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance

2006

Daffodil International University, Dhaka, Bangladesh

CGPA: 3.58

Bachelor of Law (LLB)

2004

Bangladesh Open University, Gazipur, Bangladesh

Master of Science in Plant Pathology (Seed Pathology)

1987

Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh

Class: First Class

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Honors)

1985

Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh

Class: Second Class

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)

1981

Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Jessore, Bangladesh

Division: First Division

Secondary School Certificate (SSC)

1979

Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Jessore, Bangladesh

Division: First Division

Academic Background

Foundation built on excellence and dedication to learning

Senior Assistant Secretary (OSD)

Ministry of Public Administration (MOPA), Dhaka, Bangladesh

2023

Served as Senior Assistant Secretary on Official Special Duty

Chief Executive Officer (In Charge) & Secretary

Zilla Parishad, Kurigram — Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development, Bangladesh

2020 – 2023

Organized and managed the district's development activities across Kurigram District
Oversaw administration and coordination of local government programs

Chief Executive Officer (In Charge) & Secretary

Zilla Parishad, Gaibandha — Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development, Bangladesh

2020

Organized and managed district development activities across Gaibandha District
Coordinated local government and rural development initiatives

Chief Executive Officer (In Charge) & Secretary

Zilla Parishad, Barguna — Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development, Bangladesh

2016 – 2020

Organized and managed district development activities across Barguna District
Led administrative coordination and local governance operations

Chief Executive Officer (In Charge) & Secretary

Zilla Parishad, Kurigram — Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development, Bangladesh

2009 – 2016

Organized and managed district development activities across Kurigram District
Directed long-term local government programs and rural development projects

Research Consultant (Environmental Issues & Social Development)

Bangladesh Science Foundation, Dhaka, Bangladesh

2006 – 2009

Conducted research on environmental issues and social development across Bangladesh
Produced analytical reports and policy recommendations on environmental studies

Protocol Officer to the Hon'ble Prime Minister of Bangladesh

Prime Minister's Office — Ministry of Establishment, Government of Bangladesh, Dhaka

2001 – 2006

Organized national and international programs and official visits for the Hon'ble Prime Minister
Coordinated high-level protocol activities and diplomatic engagements

Assistant Commissioner and Magistrate (1st Class)

Deputy Commissioner's Office, Dhaka, Bangladesh

2000 – 2001

Managed administrative, magisterial, and development activities in Dhaka
Presided over 1st class magistrate hearings and official proceedings

Assistant Commissioner (Land)

Ministry of Land, Tangail Sadar Upazila, Bangladesh

1997 – 2000

Managed land administration and administrative duties in Tangail Sadar Upazila
Oversaw land record maintenance, dispute resolution, and revenue collection

Assistant Commissioner

Commissioner, Dhaka Division — Government of Bangladesh, Tangail

1996 – 1997

Administered and coordinated development activities in Tangail
Supported divisional administration under the Commissioner, Dhaka Division

Assistant Commissioner and Magistrate

Deputy Commissioner's Office, Gazipur, Bangladesh

1993 – 1996

Administered and coordinated development activities across Gazipur District
Handled magisterial duties and public administrative responsibilities

Assistant Manager

Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC), Dhaka, Bangladesh

1990 – 1993

Conducted program planning, monitoring, evaluation, and supervision of agricultural projects across Bangladesh
Coordinated field-level implementation of BADC development programs

Research Fellow (Scientific Officer)

Department of Plant Pathology, Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), Mymensingh

1989 – 1990

Conducted research on plant pathology, collected field samples, and set up laboratory experiments
Published research reports and findings on plant disease and pathology studies

Research & Publications

Scholarly discourse on governance

Research Paper

Governance Reforms in Bangladesh: Challenges and Opportunities

Journal of Public Administration and Governance

An in-depth analysis of administrative reforms and their impact on public service delivery in Bangladesh.

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Research Paper

Governance Reforms in Bangladesh: Challenges and Opportunities

Journal of Public Administration and Governance

An in-depth analysis of administrative reforms and their impact on public service delivery in Bangladesh.

2022 Read

Research Paper

Governance Reforms in Bangladesh: Challenges and Opportunities

Journal of Public Administration and Governance

An in-depth analysis of administrative reforms and their impact on public service delivery in Bangladesh.

2022 Read

Research Paper

Governance Reforms in Bangladesh: Challenges and Opportunities

Journal of Public Administration and Governance

An in-depth analysis of administrative reforms and their impact on public service delivery in Bangladesh.

2022 Read

Insights & Perspectives

Thoughts on governance, leadership, and public policy

Governance

The Future of Public Administration in Bangladesh

Exploring emerging trends and challenges in public administration, and how Bangladesh can adapt to meet the demands of modern governance in an increasingly digital world.

March 15, 2024

Governance

The Future of Public Administration in Bangladesh

Exploring emerging trends and challenges in public administration, and how Bangladesh can adapt to meet the demands of modern governance in an increasingly digital world.

March 15, 2024

Governance

The Future of Public Administration in Bangladesh

Exploring emerging trends and challenges in public administration, and how Bangladesh can adapt to meet the demands of modern governance in an increasingly digital world.

March 15, 2024

Dr. Md. Faridul Islam

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