Blesson Lal Thambi
Bangalore
Summary
Talented Corporate Social Responsibility professional with experience in managing small and large scale projects. Possessing strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to exercise solid judgement and diplomacy in fast paced environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Manager - CSR & Employee Volunteering
Tata Consumer Products
10.2024 - Current
- Managing more than 20 projects in different thematic areas such as Healthcare, Nutrition, Rural Development, NRM etc..
- Handling a budget of more than 25 Cr per year and achieving 100% of the fund disbursement and utilization.
- Contributing to the compliance, Monitoring Evaluation and learning of the CSR projects
- Externals and internal communications of the CSR projects
- Reporting for the annual CSR and Company annual report
- Due Diligence and appraisal of the projects
- Handling the employee volunteering across India and International locations
- Managing more than 10000 employees volunteering activities and clocked 88000+ volunteering hours with an increase of 40% of volunteering hours from the previous year
- Reporting to the group company about the CSR and volunteering achievements
- Managing the Tata Affirmative action programme for the inclusion of the marginalized communities
CSR Regional Lead-South Zone
LIC Housing finance Limited
10.2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented innovative CSR projects aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Schedule VII of CSR Rules.
- Ensured CSR initiatives were aligned with company's CSR vision and ethos
- Explored new opportunities of CSR partnerships and avenues for maximization of CSR footprint based on approved strategy
- Developed strategic partnership with ongoing and new non profitable organizations to meet prescribed CSR spending
- Led direct implementation of projects across diverse sectors such as Health and Education
- Evaluated diligence of CSR implementing partners
- Appraised CSR proposals received from various NGOs for funding
- On-boarded CSR partners and done documentation; Properly recorded proposal documents, legal contracts, payment receipt, reports, accepted and rejected CSR proposals
- Tracked implementation of CSR activity as per approved work plan and budget approved
- Ensured CSR project data are collected and reported as per standards of company
- Monitored and evaluated projects for impact creation and increasing beneficiary outreach
- Conducted inception, periodic review meetings of CSR projects and provided corrective action for achieving desired results
- Undertook field visits and identified areas where strengthening required for effective implementation
- Prepared monthly/ quarterly CSR fund disbursement schedules based on approved budget of project
- Regular updating of CSR trackers and fund disbursement index
- Ensured CSR fund utilization is made diligently and as per prescribed utilization plan.
- Achieved 100% utilization of allocated budget and disbursement target
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assessed existing sustainability approaches to identify areas in need of greater engagement, improved efficacy and cost reductions.
- Collaborated with marketing departments to promote company's CSR activities through various media channels.
- Contributed for development of annual sustainability reports, showcasing company achievements and progress toward goals.
Programme Manager
Additional Skill Acquisition Programme
02.2017 - 10.2021
- Mobilized around 1000 students during these 4 years for Skill development programme
- Managed Skill development centre for past 4 years
- Financial management of skill centre
- Skill programme monitoring and time bound completion courses
- Conducted Performance evaluation of trainers
- Done Student mobilization through orientation, Interview and Aptitude tests
- Done Stakeholder management which includes of Students, parents, Schools, teachers, principals, Different local bodies and government institutions
- Conducted Meetings with Different government authorities and authorities of Schools and colleges
- MIS management
- Verified proper tracking in newly created databases of all students and instructors leaves, attendance, scores and overall performance
- Assisted students in placement and internship related activities
- Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Central University of Kerala
KeralaBachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Rajagiri College of Social Sciences
KeralaSecondary -
SKMJ HSS
KeralaSkills
- Project cycle management
- Resource Allocation
- Team Management
- Stakeholder management
- Strategic Planning
- Monitoring and Evaluation
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Intermediate
B1
Tamil
Intermediate
B1
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Accomplishments
- Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing successful projects across diverse thematic areas, including Health, Education, Environment, Livelihood Development, Community Empowerment, Women Empowerment, Natural Resource Management, Waste Management, WaSH (Water, Sanitation, And Hygiene), Clean Water Access, and Clean Energy Solutions.
- Led the successful implementation of a high-volume portfolio exceeding 16 projects annually across 5 South Indian states. Collaborated with various NGO partners to ensure effective project delivery and maximize social impact.
- Managed a significant annual CSR budget ranging from Rs.10 crore to Rs.12 crore, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization of funds for social development initiatives.
- Successfully achieved 100% of financial targets by securing new partnerships and efficiently disbursing allocated funds to optimize project resources.
Major Achievements
Led the development and implementation of 2 impactful CSR projects that achieved runner-up positions in the 'Impacting Rural Population and Clean Water' category at the Indian Chamber of Commerce's Best CSR Awards (2023-2024).
Certification
- Certificate course in Human Rights- IGNOU
- Certificate course in HIV/AIDS - IGNOU
Personal Information
Software
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Skills
Timeline
Associate Manager - CSR & Employee Volunteering
Tata Consumer Products
10.2024 - Current
CSR Regional Lead-South Zone
LIC Housing finance Limited
10.2021 - Current
Programme Manager
Additional Skill Acquisition Programme
02.2017 - 10.2021
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Central University of Kerala
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Rajagiri College of Social Sciences
Secondary -
SKMJ HSS
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