Deepak Nikarthil
Research And Program Manager
Kottayam,KL
Summary
Research Manager Socioeconomic researcher and program manager with more than 6 years of experience in research, coordination, development policies and sustainable development goals
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Program Manager
Swadhikar- Asia Dalit Rights Forum
New Delhi, Delhi
01.2015 - 01.2021
- ADRF works on the issue of social and economic inclusion and right to development of marginalized communities in Asia and globally.
- Improved success of research and programs by making proactive adjustments to operations.
- Coordinated with multi stakeholders from different country representatives working with communities discriminated on work and descent from Asia, Africa, Europe and Latin America.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Performed program research and analyzed data collection to develop cost estimates and budgets.
- Monitored progress of programs, using and applying programming documents, program directives, funding documents and other program material.
- Organized and coordinated international conferences in New York, US; Dakar, Senegal; Bangkok, Thailand; Kathmandu, Nepal; Dhaka, Bangladesh
Researchers
Governance Knowledge Centre
New Delhi, India
07.2010 - 12.2020
- Performed research on Best Practices of administrative reforms to increase knowledge and ability to provide valuable contributions.
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Collaborated with staff to develop and implement best practices and accomplished all team goals.
- Designed and executed study approaches.
Consultant
Nielsen India Pvt Ltd
Gurgaon, Haryana
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Trained the teams on conducting field surveys for higher impact and authenticity
- Made proactive adjustments to policies and procedures to meet changing demands.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Prepared the analysis and report of the field survey.
Tutor
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi, Delhi
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Prepared lesson plans to meet goals identified in students' individualized study plans.
- Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
- Provided early intervention assistance to struggling students.
Education
Ph.D. - Governance, Public Policy And Development
Centre For The Study Of Law And Governance,
Jawaharlal Nehru University 08.2010 - 07.2014
Master of Philosophy - Governance, Public Policy, Development Studies
CSLG, JawaharlalNehru University
New Delhi 07.2008 - 07.2010
Master of Arts - International Relations And Affairs
School Of International Studies, JNU
New Delhi 08.2006 - 05.2008
Skills
MS Office and Web Content data analysisData analysisEnglish
Monitoring and Evaluation
Public speakingPUBLICATIONSResearchProgram development and implementation
Project and Program Management
Research and data collection
Research Methodology and Analysis
Affiliations
Member of Project Advisory Committee on Science for
Equity, Empowerment and Development (SEED)
division - Department of Science and Technology
(DST), Government of India
Member of Asia Pacific Regional CSO Engagement
Mechanism- Bangkok
Member of Major Group and Other Stakeholders- SDG
Partnership group
UGC-NET on International and Area Studies
(08/2008 - Present)
Timeline
Research and Program Manager
Swadhikar- Asia Dalit Rights Forum
01.2015 - 01.2021
Consultant
Nielsen India Pvt Ltd
09.2014 - 01.2015
Tutor
Jawaharlal Nehru University
01.2013 - 06.2013
Ph.D. - Governance, Public Policy And Development
Centre For The Study Of Law And Governance,
08.2010 - 07.2014
Researchers
Governance Knowledge Centre
07.2010 - 12.2020
Master of Philosophy - Governance, Public Policy, Development Studies
CSLG, JawaharlalNehru University
07.2008 - 07.2010
Master of Arts - International Relations And Affairs
School Of International Studies, JNU
08.2006 - 05.2008