🌿 Md. Faridul Islam
Consultant – Social Compliance
Md. Faridul Islam is an experienced social compliance professional with over 9 years of extensive experience in the garments and textile sector, specializing in HR, administration, and compliance management.
He has strong expertise in preparing factories for various international social, technical, and environmental audits, including SEDEX, Amfori BSCI & BEPI, WRAP, GOTS, GRS, OCS, RCS, Higg (FSLM & FEM), and OEKO-TEX, along with buyer-specific Code of Conduct (COC) requirements.
Key Strengths
- Social compliance audit preparation and certification support
- Strong knowledge of Bangladesh Labour Law and compliance requirements
- HR policy development and implementation
- Handling CAP (Corrective Action Plan) and audit follow-up
- Worker welfare, grievance handling, and industrial relations
Professional Experience
Mr. Islam is currently working as Assistant Manager – HR, Admin & Compliance at Anowara Knit Composite Ltd., where he leads HR operations, compliance management, and audit preparation.
Previously, he worked with:
- Emon Fashion Limited (Jann Group) – Sr. Executive, Compliance
- DIRD Composite Textiles Limited – Executive to Sr. Executive, HR & Compliance
- Aswad Composite Mills Limited – Officer (Compliance & Welfare)
He has extensive hands-on experience in managing compliance systems, coordinating audits, implementing corrective action plans, and maintaining communication with buyers and regulatory authorities.
Academic & Professional Background
- Master’s in Social Work – National University
- Bachelor (Honours) in Social Work
- Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in HRM
He has also completed multiple professional trainings on labour law, workplace safety, fire safety, Higgs Index, ISO standards, and industrial relations, enhancing his expertise in compliance and HR systems.
Professional Contribution
Mr. Islam plays a key role in supporting organizations to achieve full social compliance by ensuring proper implementation of labour laws, ethical practices, workplace safety standards, and buyer requirements.