Archana K. Pachankar
Pune
Summary
Experienced Project and Program Management professional with 23+ years of cross-sector expertise spanning corporate CSR and development sectors. Proven track record of designing and leading high-impact initiatives in agriculture, education, women empowerment, health, skill development, and community development. Skilled in end-to-end project lifecycle management, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, government and NGO partnerships, vendor management, operations, and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E). Successfully executed multi-state programs for leading corporate CSR entities, government bodies, and social enterprises. Currently seeking senior leadership roles in CSR or Program Management within purpose-driven organizations focused on sustainable and inclusive growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Manager - Farm Programme
Cotton Connect (South Asia) Pvt. Ltd.
Ahmedabad
12.2022 - Current
- Coordinated the implementation of the Primark Cotton Project in Gujarat in collaboration with local partner organizations.
- Educated women farmers on sustainable agricultural practices to improve cotton quality, reduce environmental impact, and enhance livelihoods.
- Supported implementing partners in executing effective capacity-building and training initiatives.
- Led and mentored farm teams to ensure timely, goal-oriented, and market-driven program outcomes.
- Contributed to monitoring and evaluation by enhancing data quality, supporting analysis, and ensuring timely reporting.
- Developed individual work plans and provided support in resolving operational and administrative challenges.
- Participated in policy development, goal setting, and progress monitoring, adjusting strategies based on resources and priorities.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with women farmers, facilitating continuous technical upskilling.
- Assisted in organizing stakeholder-engaged meetings, workshops, and training sessions.
Manager- Operations
Kotak Education Foundation
Mumbai
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Led a 16-member team to implement a digital education initiative for underprivileged Grade 8-10 students in Mumbai, providing tablets with curated content to enhance learning outcomes.
- Managed operations, beneficiary support, and vendor coordination to ensure smooth implementation and timely resolution of technical issues.
- Addressed challenges in device distribution and support through proactive planning and intervention.
- Analyzed tablet usage data and collaborated with internal teams to drive student engagement.
- Organized capacity-building workshops for school leaders and educators.
- Contributed to budgeting, annual operating plans, and management reporting.
Team Lead - Content Dissemination (PAN India)
Reliance Foundation
Navi Mumbai
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Coordinated and designed the content dissemination strategy and Annual Operating Plan (AOP), including budget preparation, implementation plans, and operating procedures to address thematic priorities for farmers, livestock farmers, and fishermen across 19 states.
- Developed, catalogued, and managed multimedia thematic content within the content repository to facilitate effective knowledge sharing.
- Established and maintained regional and national partnerships with stakeholders to integrate innovative livelihood improvement techniques.
- Analyzed beneficiary data to identify key performance indicators (KPIs), tracked planned versus actual progress, and provided strategic recommendations to optimize project outcomes.
- Managed team activities and contributed to comprehensive management reporting.
- Collaborated with multiple divisions to provide accurate data for impact evaluations and research studies as required.
Project Manager - Database Management & Documentation (Knowledge Management System)
Reliance Foundation
Navi Mumbai
01.2015 - 03.2019
- Led design and implementation of content strategies for key health initiatives, including Mother and Child Health (MCH), Tuberculosis (TB), and Pulse Polio campaigns.
- Formulated and executed outreach strategies to enhance beneficiary engagement and program impact.
- Compiled and analyzed large datasets to extract user insights, conduct trend and retention analysis, identify KPIs, diagnose challenges, and recommend improvements.
- Managed the knowledge repository for content developed and disseminated to farmers, livestock owners, fishermen, and the general public, including voice messages, text messages, images, and short videos.
- Coordinated collection and documentation of case studies, feedback, and testimonials for strategic communications and social media.
- Conducted primary and secondary research to support program evaluation and continuous enhancement.
- Delivered training for new employees and mentored interns and management trainees.
- Developed and nurtured partnerships with institutions aligned to program goals.
Principal Consultant
MITCON Consultancy & Engineering Services Ltd.
Pune
03.2007 - 12.2014
- Coordinated and managed multiple multi-location projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and team leadership.
- Maintained continuous communication and coordination with clients to monitor project progress, resolve issues, and ensure timely deliverables.
- Prepared and presented client proposals, managing engagements through to final payment receipt.
- Conducted data mining, interpretation, and analysis to identify patterns and support strategic decision-making.
- Developed detailed reports on Socio-Economic Viability, Rehabilitation & Resettlement (R&R), Need Assessment, Evaluation, Impact Assessment, Customer Satisfaction, and Demand Analysis for clients across various sectors.
- Identified, evaluated, and onboarded vendors, defined roles, and built strategic partnerships to support project execution.
- Provided hands-on support for ISO documentation and audit compliance processes.
- Proficient in enterprise applications including Purchasing, Sales & Distribution, and HRMS modules.
Project Executive
Genesis Management & Market Research Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
06.2002 - 03.2007
- Led and conducted field and online surveys, including customer satisfaction, demand potential, price tracking, product launch, and industrial outlook studies.
- Designed targeted research tools such as questionnaires and managed end-to-end survey execution and data collection.
- Conducted data mining and statistical analysis to interpret large datasets, identify actionable trends and insights, and support strategic decision-making.
- Oversaw data management systems and monitored project progress, ensuring accuracy in reporting and alignment with client objectives.
- Prepared customized project reports tailored to client needs and maintained consistent communication to ensure satisfaction and timely delivery.
Education
B.Ed. - Science, Maths
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, Maharashtra06.2024
MA - CSR
IGNOU
Pune, Maharashtra01.2024
Master of Social Work -
IGNOU
Pune, Maharashtra06-2017
MBA - Systems & Marketing
Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University
Jalgaon, Maharashtra01.2001
B.Sc. - Computer Science
Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University
Jalgaon, Maharashtra01.1998
Skills
Program & Project Management
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Visioning & Goal Setting
- Project & Program Management
- Large-scale Program Execution
- Project Lifecycle Management (Initiation to Closure)
- Project Planning & Budgeting
- Schedule Development & Delivery
- Tracking & Progress Monitoring
- Operations Management
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Resource Allocation
- Policy Implementation
- Change Management
Leadership & Capacity Building
- Team Leadership & People Management
- Capacity Building & Coaching
Monitoring, Evaluation & Data Analysis
- Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
- Baseline and Endline Analysis
- Quantitative & Qualitative Analysis
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Trend Analysis
- Data Visualization
- Management Information Systems (MIS)
Stakeholder & Partnership Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Multi-stakeholder Collaboration
- Government & Multilateral Partnerships
- Vendor Management
Thematic Expertise
- CSR Strategy & Implementation
- Community Development
- Women Empowerment
- Agriculture & Livelihood Development
- Education Initiatives
- Health Programs
- Disaster Management
- Fisheries & Rural Development
- Multidisciplinary Program Exposure
Certification
- Online Certificate Course on 'Corporate Social Responsibility - Its Applied Aspects' from HCL Foundation Academy
- Instructional Designer Course
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sr. Manager - Farm Programme
Cotton Connect (South Asia) Pvt. Ltd.
12.2022 - Current
Manager- Operations
Kotak Education Foundation
01.2022 - 12.2022
Team Lead - Content Dissemination (PAN India)
Reliance Foundation
04.2019 - 01.2022
Project Manager - Database Management & Documentation (Knowledge Management System)
Reliance Foundation
01.2015 - 03.2019
Principal Consultant
MITCON Consultancy & Engineering Services Ltd.
03.2007 - 12.2014
Project Executive
Genesis Management & Market Research Pvt. Ltd.
06.2002 - 03.2007
B.Ed. - Science, Maths
Savitribai Phule Pune University
MA - CSR
IGNOU
Master of Social Work -
IGNOU
MBA - Systems & Marketing
Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University
B.Sc. - Computer Science
Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University
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