MD. Omar Faruk

Director - Student Success

  • Spearheads the Foundation’s Skilling initiatives in Bangladesh, aiming to empower millions of students with essential skills
  • A seasoned skills development expert with over 17 years of experience in youth economic development
  • Has a proven track record in driving impactful initiatives across employability skills, vocational skills training, career counseling, labor market analysis, market system development, job placement and entrepreneurship development
  • Strategically develops and executes comprehensive strategies for educational technology platforms, focusing on enhancing the lives of young job seekers
  • Collaborates with partners to manage student success, ensuring impactful outcomes in skilling, earning opportunities, and placement in both public and private sectors
  • Committed to driving the Foundation’s mission of creating sustainable impact through education and skills development
  • Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering and a Master’s degree in Development Studies from the Bangladesh University of Professionals