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Avinash Kumar

Namsai

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at FDRVC, mobilizing 1000+ women farmers and generating significant revenue. Expert in FPC Management and Stakeholder Management, I've spearheaded projects that foster community relations and financial growth. Achievements include establishing 14 D3Cs and enhancing farmer profitability through strategic partnerships and innovative business strategies.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer at Retusa WFPCL

FDRVC
Namsai
08.2023 - Current
  • Work as the CEO of Retusa Women Farmer Producer Company Limited, a women-led company.
  • Led a firm's operations, generating 21 lakh in revenue from the sale and procurement of ginger, paddy, and oranges, and 1000+ women farmers mobilized for the company.
  • 14 Digital Commodity Collection Centers (D3Cs) and 34 Sanchalikas (Community Resource Persons) were established at village level for the procurement
  • Oversee all facets of operations and business development while providing the organization with strategic leadership and guidance.
  • Create and implement business plans, guidelines, and tactics to advance the company's financial interests.

Programme Coordinator

Ayang Trust
Seppa
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Coordinate with project stakeholders including community members, local authorities, Ar SRLM, government officials and partner organizations to ensure effective collaboration and resource mobilization
  • Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and training sessions to promote skill development, entrepreneurship, and income generating activities
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring that activities are carried out according to the program plan and that program resources are used effectively
  • This involve supervising program staff, coordinating with partner organizations, monitoring program progress, and making adjustments to the program as needed
  • Support the development of project proposals, budgets, and reports in compliance with donor requirements
  • Maintain accurate records of project activities, expenditures, and beneficiary data for reporting and evaluation purposes
  • Implemented, and monitored several CSR and NABARD programme in both farm and non-farm covering 500+ farmers
  • Work as Chief Executive Officer and provide strategic leadership and direction to the FPOs, overseeing all aspects of operations, governance, and business development
  • Develop and execute business plans, policies, and strategies to promote the economic interests of FPOs
  • Identify new market opportunities, value-added products, and partnerships to diversify revenue streams and maximize profitability for farmers

Research Assistant

Skoch consultancy
Delhi
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Extensive secondary research on performance of various government department such as Urban Development, Rural Development, Transport, Water, Finance, etc
  • Extensive research on central and state schemes for rural development, urban development, and agriculture sector
  • Managing other miscellaneous work such as making invitation letter for different state officials as a call for entering their recent initiative to win Skoch awards

Research Assistant

Department of International Development, Oxford University
New Delhi
03.2021 - 05.2021
  • Worked on the post-doctoral research project titled- "Gender, Land and Institution" hosted at University of Oxford's department of international development
  • Understood the women's political participation in movement countering large-scale land acquisition in India
  • Conducted an interview with the various land activist in the tribal area of Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh
  • Prepared field notes and transcribe the audio recording of interviews

Education

MA - Development Studies

Ambedkar University
05.2020

BA(H) - Economics

University of Delhi
05.2014

Skills

  • FPC Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Community Relations
  • Financial Management
  • Project Management

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer at Retusa WFPCL

FDRVC
08.2023 - Current

Programme Coordinator

Ayang Trust
08.2022 - 05.2024

Research Assistant

Skoch consultancy
06.2021 - 05.2022

Research Assistant

Department of International Development, Oxford University
03.2021 - 05.2021

MA - Development Studies

Ambedkar University

BA(H) - Economics

University of Delhi
Avinash Kumar