DR RAHNUMATAMANNA
DR RAHNUMA
TAMANNA
What Did you enjoy about the program?
The “Research Tools and Software in Biostatistics” course by AYPAD has been a deeply enriching learning experience. It turned subjects that often feel complex and overwhelming into something understandable and practical.
Topics like statistical analysis, research design, and data interpretation were presented in a way that felt accessible and relevant. As the course progressed, I felt my confidence steadily grow.
The facilitators explained each concept with clarity and used real-life examples that connected directly to the realities of public health and development work. Their teaching style kept the sessions engaging and made learning genuinely enjoyable.
What I appreciated most was how the course emphasized the importance of research in guiding evidence-based decisions. Understanding biostatistics and research tools now feels essential, not optional, especially for those working in programme planning, monitoring, and evaluation.
This perspective widened my understanding of how meaningful and impactful good research can be.
Overall, the course strengthened my technical skills and sparked a deeper interest in research.
I am sincerely grateful to AYPAD for designing such a thoughtful, inspiring, and empowering training experience. It has left me more motivated and better equipped to apply research principles in my professional journey.
PROFILE
Name: DR RAHNUMA TAMANNA
Dr. Rahnuma Tamanna is a medical doctor and public health professional with robust experience in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), maternal and newborn health, health systems strengthening, and field-level research. She holds an MBBS from Kumudini Women’s Medical College and an MPH from the National Institute of Preventive and Social Medicine (NIPSOM).
She has worked with leading organizations including UNFPA, WHO-supported ACS-IR Study, Jhpiego, Light House Bangladesh, and DGHS, contributing to major national programs in SRHR, pandemic preparedness, MPDSR, PPFP, GBV response, and health research. Her expertise spans program implementation, stakeholder coordination, data quality monitoring, training facilitation, report writing, and humanitarian SRHR service delivery.
Throughout her roles as District SRHR Officer, Study Physician, Technical Officer, and Project Officer, Dr. Rahnuma has led district-level health interventions, strengthened provider capacity, improved service quality, managed data systems, and advocated for equitable access to essential SRHR services. She is skilled in clinical assessment, project management, multitasking, and team leadership. Passionate about women’s health, adolescent well-being, and community-centered public health solutions, she strives to create sustainable improvements in maternal and reproductive health outcomes across Bangladesh.
PERSONAL PROFILE
A medical doctor with specialization in Public Health with decent experience in technical and communication skills in various team environments, multitasking and a very good organizer, planner willing to work as a responsible team member as well as an individual worker in a challenging environment interaction with people to develop my potential, adding value to the organization and achieving the organization’s goals by applying my unique contribution!
TRAINING
Outbreak Readiness and Response:
Prioritizing Sexual, reproductive, Maternal and Newborn Health Services in Humanitarian Setting
LSPC (life Saving Skills in Pregnancy and Childbirth)
SOFT SKILLS
Critical Thinking
Teamwork
Project management
Communication (Verbal & Written)
Multitasking
Collaboration
Time Management
Report Writing
Event Organization
EDUCATION
National Institute of Preventive and Social Medicine (NIPSOM), Master’s in Public Health (MPH) July 2019 – December 2020
Kumudini Women's Medical College, Tangail Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) January 2011 – May 2017
WORK EXPERIENCE
ACS-IR Project S (WHO-funded via Projahnmo Research Foundation) Study Physician May 2025 – August 2025
Job Responsibilities
Led planning and implementation of study activities across assigned districts, including facility mapping, data collection, and quality assurance.
Supervised data collectors, reviewed data dashboards, identified gaps, and provided training to improve data quality.
Coordinated regularly with DGHS, DGFP, district hospitals, NGOs, and other stakeholders; facilitated field visits and participated in district and online meetings.
Prepared periodic progress reports and responded to data-related queries.
Managed documentation, logistics, and study-related medicines/commodities; supported financial review and administrative tasks.
UNFPA’s Support to 4 th HPNSP through DGHS, District SRHR Officer October 2023- December 2024
Job Responsibilities
Lead initiatives to enhance SRHR services, focusing on ANC, PNC, and maternal health outcomes.
Oversee MPDSR implementation to reduce maternal and perinatal mortality.
Develop and execute GBV response programs and cervical cancer prevention campaigns.
Train healthcare providers to improve quality assurance and service delivery.
Support humanitarian programs by ensuring access to essential SRHR services in crisis settings.
Collaborate with stakeholders and prepare reports to inform health policies and strategies.
RISE T2T Project, Jhpiego Bangladesh (Johns Hopkins University Affiliated), Technical Officer January 2023- August 2023
Job Responsibilities
Closely Work with Govt to prepare SOP for pandemic preparedness.
Secondary Data collection
Coordinate treatment plan with primary consultants and referral consultants
Attend clinical meetings, CME and workshops and participate in paper presentations.
Conduction and facilitation of training program.
Provide technical assistance to the data analyst.