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Education Specialist & Advisor

Mohammad Kamruzzaman Kalam

Mr. Kamruzzaman is a seasoned education development leader with 24+ years of expertise in driving systemic reforms across Bangladesh’s primary and early childhood education sectors. A strategic thinker and advocate for inclusive learning, he specializes in designing high-impact programs, curriculum alignment, and capacity-building initiatives for marginalized communities. His work with Sesame Workshop Bangladesh, Save the Children, and government bodies like MoPME and DPE has advanced literacy, numeracy, and equitable access to education. With an MPhil in Education and a passion for collaborative innovation, Kalam bridges policy, practice, and global best practices to empower educators and learners. His contributions span research, advocacy, and multi-stakeholder partnerships, making him a pivotal voice in transforming education systems.

Professional Skills

Program Leadership 95%
Inclusive Education 90%
Curriculum Development 92%
Donor Engagement 85%

Experience & Activities

Mr. Kamruzzaman is a distinguished education development professional with over 24 years of transformative experience in designing, managing, and leading high-impact education programs across Bangladesh’s government and international development sectors. Currently serving as the Education Advisor for USAID’s Promoting Education for Early Learners Project (Sisimpur Project) at Sesame Workshop Bangladesh, he provides strategic leadership to advance inclusive, equitable learning environments for marginalized children, including girls and children with disabilities. His expertise spans early childhood education, literacy and numeracy reforms, inclusive education, and emergency education interventions. Equipped with an MPhil in Education from the University of Dhaka, Kalam has consistently aligned his work with national policies, donor priorities, and global best practices, driving measurable improvements in learning outcomes and systemic capacity.

Throughout his career, Kalam has spearheaded landmark initiatives such as the Math Olympiad Sub-component Activity under Bangladesh’s Fourth Primary Education Development Program (PEDP4), where he enhanced numeracy skills for 200,000 teachers and learners nationwide. His leadership in projects like Save the Children’s Reaching Out-of-School Children (ROSC II) program and Plan International’s Model for Inclusive Education demonstrates his ability to scale innovative solutions—from urban slum education to disability-inclusive pedagogies. Notably, he has collaborated with major stakeholders, including the Ministry of Primary and Mass Education, JICA, UNICEF, and the World Bank, fostering multi-sectoral partnerships to bridge policy and practice. His technical contributions to curriculum design, teacher training, and competency-based assessments have been instrumental in shaping Bangladesh’s education frameworks.

Kalam’s academic rigor is reflected in his extensive research and publications, including his MPhil dissertation on early childhood education and critical evaluations of national curricula. A seasoned advocate for equity, he has presented at international forums such as the 4th International Conference on Language and Education in Bangkok and the International Conference on Inclusive Education. His memberships in global networks like INEE, ARNEC, and the Bangladesh Mathematical Olympiad Committee underscore his commitment to collaborative innovation. Combining grassroots insights with strategic vision, Kalam remains dedicated to advancing inclusive, quality education for all learners, making him a vital collaborator for initiatives like ART Lab that prioritize transformative educational impact.