CARE, a global humanitarian organisation, has appointed Ram Das as the new Country Director for Bangladesh.
With over 20 years of experience in the humanitarian and development sectors, including 10 years in leadership roles, Das has previously served as the Deputy Country Director of Programmes for CARE Bangladesh.
He has held positions such as Acting Chief of Party and Deputy Chief of Party of the Syria Resilience Consortium and has worked in various roles in Yemen, including acting as the Consortium Lead and Emergency Coordinator.
“I am honored to join CARE Bangladesh and become part of the efforts to defend dignity and fight poverty in Bangladesh,” Ram Das said in his message after the appointment.
CARE has been working in Bangladesh since 1949, focusing on disaster relief, school feeding, and food security. It has expanded its development portfolio since 1974, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year.