Rukhen Azad is a professional specializing in Fiscal Decentralization and Local Government Financial Management from Duke University with over 17 years of experience in sustainable development projects.

With a background in Political Science from Bangladesh National University, Rukhen Azad has extensive knowledge in areas such as local governance, economic governance, partnership development, and institutional reforms.

Having worked with organizations like GIZ, Swisscontact, and ADB, Rukhen Azad has contributed to systemic change processes and project evaluations both in Bangladesh and internationally.

Rukhen Azad has facilitated capacity building programs, conducted various analyses, and participated in development training courses from prestigious institutions such as Duke University, Harvard University, and Humboldt University.

Currently serving as a Manager at Swisscontact, Rukhen Azad has previously held roles at organizations like IHS, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, and Asian Development Bank.

With a wealth of experience in financial management, local governance, participatory planning, and community development, Rukhen Azad continues to make significant contributions to the field of sustainable development.