BARNITA DASGUPTA
Kolkata
Summary
Dedicated professional with over 13 years of experience in advocating for the social and economic wellbeing of individuals and families, including extensive work with children and youth. Proven expertise in providing comprehensive guidance, support, and counseling across various aspects. Demonstrates strong communication and management skills, with a commitment to fostering community service and inspiring positive change. Seeking a full-time position that presents professional challenges and leverages exceptional interpersonal, time management, problem-solving abilities and leadership skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Consultant
Ankuran Foundation
01.2024 - Current
- Manage the overall operations of the foundation, liaising with the Founder and Trustees
- Finalize the five-year business and funding plan and prepare the budget for 2024-25
- Support the recruitment of staff for the foundation
- Oversee the launch of the Madurai Science Centre, including budget preparation, activity framework, and center setup
- Manage outreach to potential sponsors for the next set of centers following Madurai
- Prepare presentations on the foundation's plans and activities for potential sponsors, donors, government authorities, and prospective board members
- Identify and develop a network of partners and suppliers for pedagogic materials (kits, models, experiments, etc.)
- Store and manage data related to the center, generating and sharing periodic reports with Trustees
- Oversee the development of a network of science centers across the country
- Manage various awareness programs of the foundation effectively
- Counsel parents and children about the activities of the Ankuran Center and assist in enrolling them
- Liaise with schools to facilitate the use of Ankuran's STEM education centers.
Field Officer / Social Mobilizer
SAHAY, Children International
Kolkata
11.2016 - 12.2023
- Imparted life skills training to 1,200 children and youths on child rights, education, self-protection, and social responsibilities
- Ensured health-seeking behaviors among 1,200 children in the community
- Provided one-to-one counseling for children to help them avail services, enroll in schools, ensure health services, and access governmental benefits
- Established and maintained a liaison between children and sponsors
- Provided quality education opportunities and non-formal education to the youth of the region
- Participated in and organized community events to promote services and engage with the public
- Monitored program performance and outcomes to ensure the successful delivery of services
- Provided leadership, guidance, and support to staff members
- Managed volunteer programs focused on delivering community services to underdeveloped populations
- Implemented strategies to increase public awareness of social and community service programs
- Counseled children to raise awareness about governmental services and assist them in availing these services.
Programme Officer
Development Action Society (DAS)
Kolkata
02.2015 - 10.2016
- Develop plans for team members, providing guidance, assistance, and leadership to ensure effective teamwork
- Prepare budgets and micro-plans to ensure the smooth execution of projects within timelines
- Maintain liaison with government authorities and other stakeholders to foster strong partnerships
- Prepare annual activity plans, reports, and budgets to ensure the smooth running of the project
- Support the community in livelihood development programs and connect Extremely Vulnerable Youth and Children (EVCYs) with training institutions for soft skills training
- Facilitate the integration of targeted beneficiaries into various job sectors to help them earn a respectable living, including one-to-one counseling for job enrollment and guidance
- Provide life skills training to children and youth on child rights, education, and self-protection
- Offer quality education opportunities and non-formal education to the youth of the region
- Promote health-seeking behaviors and improve health status among children and women in the community
- Establish connections with various government departments to enhance support and resources
- Assist in the preparation of training modules, schedules, handouts, and other educational materials.
Project Coordinator
Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS)
Sagar Block, South 24 Parganas
09.2012 - 01.2015
- Develop comprehensive plans for team members, providing guidance, assistance, and leadership to ensure effective collaboration
- Prepare budgets and micro-planning to ensure smooth project execution within timelines
- Maintain liaison with government authorities and other stakeholders to foster strong partnerships
- Develop grassroots-level micro-planning in collaboration with stakeholders, community members, and local Panchayats
- Support Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in planning and implementing infrastructural programs and livelihood development projects
- Work with the team at the field level to identify their requirements, organizing training based on their needs
- Ensure the successful implementation of community-led, community-managed, and community-controlled infrastructural assets
- Facilitate training and field visits for Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) with external resource persons and provide detailed reports
- Organize field-based studies, data collection, and analysis, and provide on-site support during the preparation of Entry Point Activities and Income Generation Activities for CBO members
- Assist in the preparation of training modules, schedules, handouts, and other educational materials
- Prepare annual activity plans, reports, and budgets to ensure the smooth running of the project
- Assist the accountant in preparing monthly account reports and ensure timely submission to donors.
Coordinator - Community Engagement
Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS)
Sundarbans Region, South 24 Parganas
07.2011 - 09.2012
- Organized awareness camps for the community and school children in various areas of the Sunderbans region, focusing on the importance of mangroves and the biodiversity of the Sunderbans
- Coordinated various events addressing different environmental issues, engaging school children and community members
- Arranged health camps for marginalized populations in the Sunderbans region, providing essential healthcare services and support.
Education
Masters in Sociology -
Calcutta University
06.2011
Graduation in Sociology -
Jogomaya Devi College
06.2009
Higher Secondary -
Shri Shikshayatan
06.2006
Madhyamika -
Shri Shikshayatan
06.2004
Skills
- Data management
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to Multitask
- Committed
- Leadership Skills
- Ability to Work in a Team
Certification
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Training on Global Positioning System (GPS)
- Monitoring And Evaluation In Development Projects
- Building Interactive Dashboard
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/14/87
- Nationality: Indian
- Gender- Female
Languages
- Bengali
- Hindi
- English
References
- Dipanwita Ghosh, SAHAY, Kolkata, 9830942529
- Mousumi Gupta, SAHAY, Kolkata, 09051410442
- Nilanjana Bhaumik, NEWS, Kolkata, 09830423462
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Listening to Music
- Watching Movies
Timeline
Project Consultant
Ankuran Foundation
01.2024 - Current
Field Officer / Social Mobilizer
SAHAY, Children International
11.2016 - 12.2023
Programme Officer
Development Action Society (DAS)
02.2015 - 10.2016
Project Coordinator
Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS)
09.2012 - 01.2015
Coordinator - Community Engagement
Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS)
07.2011 - 09.2012
Masters in Sociology -
Calcutta University
Graduation in Sociology -
Jogomaya Devi College
Higher Secondary -
Shri Shikshayatan
Madhyamika -
Shri Shikshayatan
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Training on Global Positioning System (GPS)
- Monitoring And Evaluation In Development Projects
- Building Interactive Dashboard
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