Cezanne Mujibul Hasan

Cezanne Mujibul Hasan is a seasoned professional in international development cooperation and the current Country Director at Swisscontact Bangladesh.24 With over 18 years of experience in the field, he has established himself as an expert in private sector development (PSD).2

Professional Background

Hasan has been leading and managing development projects for more than a decade and a half. His expertise lies in creating pro-poor market systems, particularly in the areas of skills and enterprise development.1 His work has contributed to:

• Creating thousands of decent jobs
• Improving livelihood options
• Enhancing food security
• Promoting youth and women's economic empowerment
• Advancing financial inclusion
• Fostering economic growth

Role at Swisscontact

As the Country Director of Swisscontact in Bangladesh, Hasan oversees the organization's operations in the country.4 Swisscontact has been active in Bangladesh for 50 years, addressing systemic constraints and implementing various development projects.1 Under his leadership, the organization:

• Operates from a country office in Dhaka with five additional field offices
• Employs over 90 long-term national and international staff
• Incorporates gender equality, social inclusion, environmental responsibility, and good governance across all projects

Recent Initiatives

Hasan has been involved in several recent initiatives, including:

1. Promoting the use of modern technology and technical education to improve healthcare services in rural areas through community paramedics.3

2. Addressing Bangladesh's transition as it moves towards LDC (Least Developed Country) graduation, focusing on sustainable development and economic growth.56

3. Contributing to the development of the textile and garment industry in Bangladesh, which is crucial for the country's economy.56

Cezanne Mujibul Hasan's work at Swisscontact Bangladesh demonstrates a commitment to sustainable development, poverty alleviation, and economic empowerment through innovative market-based solutions and international cooperation.