Alexander Paul Godwin
Summary
Experienced social worker and motivational speaker with 14+ years in health, livelihood, and development sectors, focusing on HR administration and educational programs for communities. Proficient in designing training, developing leadership content, and enhancing employee engagement in organisation. Dedicated to fostering empowerment through structured learning and development strategies.
Overview
4
4
Languages
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Protection Officer-Executive
HelpAge India
Manapparai & Thogaimalai
01.2023 - 05.2026
- Directed daily MMU programme work at local level.
- Mobilised community participation to enhance health camp outreach and impact.
- Established referral links to health schemes and services to improve patient access.
- Delivered awareness and training programmes in schools, colleges, and communities.
- Organised health awareness sessions and IDOP WEAD events in schools to foster community health education.
- Coordinated with external agencies to deliver smooth joint operations.
- Supervised consultant, nurse, laboratory technician, and driver in the MMU.
- Managed procurement tasks in office to ensure efficient operations and maintained records and software.
- Supervised staff recruitment, interviewing, selecting and onboarding.
- Responded to emergency calls, delivering timely assistance and support.
- Trained elderly caregivers in palliative care practices.
- Assisted in providing mobility aids for elderly service users to enhance their independence. for elderly service users.
- Provided counselling for elderly individuals and family members.
COORDINATOR-SPONSORSHIP EFFECTIVENSS
World Vision India
Nagapattinam
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Coordinated administrative activities, ensuring smooth operations and timely communication of updates.
- Monitored staff performance and implemented improvement plans to enhance overall effectiveness.
- Provided for smooth day-to-day flow of communications to build trust within unit.
- Monitored email correspondence, prioritising urgent messages to maintain effective communication channels.
- Cultivated work environment focused on personal responsibility, continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results.
- conducted training sessions, motivational development, extracurricular activities, career guidance, and counselling session to the children and parents.
- Maintained accurate records of children’s information to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Interpreted written correspondence to clarify important information and sponsorship gifts for families.
- Assessed the effectiveness of meetings with staff and parents to enhance collaboration.
- Scheduled meetings, prepared agendas, and distributed minutes to ensure all participants were well-informed.
Social Protection Officer-Senior Executive and Cluster Coordinator
HelpAge India
Nagapattinam
10.2011 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with local agencies and organisations to address community safety concerns, leading to the implementation of effective preventative measures.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute psychological distress or emergencies.
- Counselled individuals struggling with mental health conditions.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars on mental health awareness, stress management, and coping strategies.
- Utilised telepsychology platforms to offer remote counselling services, expanding access to psychological support.
- Prepared detailed reports for senior management, highlighting operational performance and providing strategic recommendations for improvement.
- Reviewed and updated operational procedures, ensuring alignment with current best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations, reducing workplace accidents and promoting a safe environment.
- Managed the budget for departmental projects, tracking expenditures and adjusting plans to meet financial targets.
- Managed office policies and procedures to achieve continuous improvement in customer experience and office efficiency.
- Managed office administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, and document preparation, to support overall operational efficiency.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - CHRISTIAN COUNSELLING
JERUSALEM UNIVERSITY
CHENNAI01-2018
MASTER OF DIVINITY - THEOLOGY
SOUTHERN ASIA BIBLE COLLEGE
BANGALORE01-2023
MBA - HRM
TAMILNADU OPEN UNIVERSITY
Madurai, TN01-2021
MSC - COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY
TAMILNADU OPEN UNIVERSITY
Madurai, TN01-2012
MPHIL - PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORK
kasturba medical college
Manipal, KA01-2010
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK -
THE AMERICAN COLLEGE
Madurai01-2008
BACHELOR OF ENGLISH LITERATURE -
THE AMERICAN COLLEGE
Madurai, TN01-2006
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Community mobilization
- Curriculum Development
- Content Management
- Event management
- Critical analysis
- Problem solving
- Communication & Behavioural Training
- Interpersonal communication
- Negotiation skills
- Networking skills
- Leadership & Soft Skills Training
- Staff Development
Accomplishments
- KMC award 2009-2010, standing first in the final M.Phil (Psychiatric Social Work) University Examination held in August 2010.
Research
- A study on perception of caregivers towards schizophrenia and care giving, April 2008, for fulfillment of Master of Social work.
- To study on the relationship between Marital Quality, Interaction Process, Communication Patterns, Conflict Resolution and Social support in spouses with a Depressed Partner, August 2010 for fulfillment of Master of Philosophy.
Languages Known
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Tamil
Advanced
C1
Kannadam
Beginner
A1
Malayalam
Beginner
A1
Interests
- Music & Performance – Instrumental playing, singing, and music production
- Public Speaking – Motivational speaking and engagement sessions
- Media & Creativity, Playing Cricket, Volley Ball, Driving, Cooking
Declartation
I hereby declare that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
MADURAI A.ALEXANDER PAUL GODWIN
Timeline
Social Protection Officer-Executive
HelpAge India
01.2023 - 05.2026
COORDINATOR-SPONSORSHIP EFFECTIVENSS
World Vision India
10.2022 - 12.2022
Social Protection Officer-Senior Executive and Cluster Coordinator
HelpAge India
10.2011 - 09.2022
Doctor of Philosophy - CHRISTIAN COUNSELLING
JERUSALEM UNIVERSITY
MASTER OF DIVINITY - THEOLOGY
SOUTHERN ASIA BIBLE COLLEGE
MBA - HRM
TAMILNADU OPEN UNIVERSITY
MSC - COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY
TAMILNADU OPEN UNIVERSITY
MPHIL - PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORK
kasturba medical college
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK -
THE AMERICAN COLLEGE
BACHELOR OF ENGLISH LITERATURE -
THE AMERICAN COLLEGE