Dr. Ziauddin Hyder is the Cluster Leader for Health, Nutrition and Population (HNP) Global Practice in Cambodia and Lao PDR. In his role he leads health and nutrition operations, including knowledge agenda, and assists governments in the design and implementation of multisectoral nutrition and health system reforms. Prior to joining the World Bank Group he occupied leadership positions, including Director Research, BRAC (Dhaka); Senior Nutritionist International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) (Vienna); Manager Special Programs, Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)(Geneva); Director, Sprinkles Global Health Initiative (Toronto); and Food Security and Nutrition Expert, FAO (Bangkok).