Makhan Dutta is a highly educated individual with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Irrigation and Water Management from Bangladesh Agricultural University.

He has an extensive background working at various levels within World Vision Bangladesh and World Vision International, holding positions such as Technical Program Advisor with a focus on Livelihoods, Head of the Livelihoods Technical Program, National Food Security and Agriculture Coordinator, Regional Manager for the Livestock Initiative for Transformation (LIFT) Project in the Asia Pacific Region, and National Agriculture Coordinator.

His expertise lies in areas such as food security system dynamics modeling, livelihoods, food security, agriculture, and livestock initiatives.

Makhan Dutta's experience in these roles has equipped him with a deep understanding of sustainable livelihood development, agricultural coordination, and technical program advising.