Passionate leader with 21 years of experience in the Social Development and Social Enterprise sector, possessing a robust background and comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems impacting marginalized communities. Dedicated to the betterment of humankind, I bring a deep commitment to driving positive change through my expertise, leadership, and unwavering passion.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
MSHTR, COP Manager - South Asia
The Salvation Army
Remote
07.2022 - Current
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Collaborated with global organization for repatriation, rescuing and rehabilitating victims of modern slavery in South Asia and the Middle East.
Coordinated with survivors, and support organizations to facilitate victim identification and access to services.
Provided training to frontline workers and community leaders in identifying and responding to trafficking cases.
OPERATIONS LEAD
NASSCOM Foundation
Bangalore
03.2018 - 06.2022
Liaise with donor under CSR mandate, such as with Cisco, NortonLifeLock, Ciena, Tesco, DXC Technologies, partner organizations, Universities and other stakeholders to accomplish tasks & deliverables
Achieved objectives through Governance and Compliance of Rupees 3 Crore project with integrity
Examined and update monthly financial utilization, and communications to extend informational transparency
Led focus groups and meetings to obtain suggestions, address concerns or issues and foster positive relations among team members and management
Performed quality control and monitored production efforts.
FREELANCE CONSULTANT
Vathsalya, Sukrupa, Goodhands, Navjeevan Seva Mandal and Rajshree Medical & Research Institute
Worked on Detailed Project Report for Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India LLP along with United Ways Bangalore
Consulting with NGOs in project planning and proposals writing, handling social media for fundraising and elderly care management
Initiated Child Development Project (CDP) and Child Survival Project (CSP) among tribal belt
Coordinating the implementation of micro-savings plans, recruiting, and evaluating nurses and support staff, and supporting hospital administration.
Created a short study report on Rohingya refugees in Bangalore, India for UNHCR.
PARTNERSHIP MANAGER
Jana Urban Services for Transformation
Bangalore
02.2016 - 11.2017
Monitored PAN India and address team for strategic decisions on end to end process of
community participation and activity implementation
Connected and Managed over 200 partner organization, and linking them with 50 community
centers to develop vocational skills within deserving communities
Handle publications - Newsletter, Most significant change stories, in coordination with
marketing team of Janalakshmi Small Finance Bank
Used MS Excel to analyze data and PowerPoint maintaining transparency with team members
and ensuring convergence of existing skill development program to EconomicEmpowerment
Facilitated strategy development and planned with cross-functional teams.
ASSOCIATE CONSULTANT
LabourNet
Bangalore
10.2014 - 05.2015
Used systematic process of need analysis method, effectiveness measurements of youth
aspirations and employability opportunities in region for selection of sectors and courses
Prepared more than 20 business plans for training providers bridging gap between industry
demands and skilling requirements
Developed National Occupational Standards (NOS) through Sector Skill Councils (SSCs), and
Skill surveys.
PROGRAMME MANAGER
World Vision India, Bareilly
09.2010 - 02.2014
Handled holistic development programs of over 40,000 populations effectively implemented
with budget of 6 crores
Coached and managed team of around 17 members on productivity strategies, policy updates
and performance improvement plans to accomplish challenging goals and bring
transformation in community
Monitored progress of programs, using and applying programming documents, program
directives, funding documents, engaging with stakeholders and other program material
Established strong network with Government organizations and non-governmental
organizations
Pitched and built new programming strategies and one-off feature shows to boost audience
interests and diversify offerings.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of effectiveness in community
Monitored all inventory to ensure stock levels and databases were updated, and provided
support on Hardware and Networking to 8 projects within that region.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
World Vision India
Jaisalmer
12.2005 - 05.2007
Formed more than 200 Community Based Organizations (SHGs, DPOs, Children club, Youth and
Created model villages using natural resources with organic farming - converting waste to
biogas, vermicomposting and renewal energy through solar electrifying remote villages
Conducted Community programs (medical camps, cultural activities for villages, several FGDs
using various tools, awareness program on savings, health and education)
Developed short- and long term community development strategies focusing on sustainable
development of community
Established variety of innovative programs and strategies creating entrepreneurship assistance
(Fishery, dairy, agriculture units and Creation of ICT centers) for Farmers in rural Community.
PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER
The Banyan
Chennai
03.2004 - 03.2005
Pioneered to Collaborate with police department and initiated mental health help line at
Chennai by dialing 100 directing to police control room
Obtained around 50 reception orders in association with magistrate or commissioner of police
to admit destitute in nursing home on psychiatry
Updated case history and treatment plans on weekly or monthly basis with latest intervention
strategies and progress notes
Encouraged socialization and engagement through therapy, music therapy and social
activities
Developed and facilitated goal-oriented psycho-education and therapy groups to improve
residents' quality of life
Worked with medical teams, inmates and families to implement effective treatment plans
Organized rehabilitation plans – Psychotherapy, psychosocial therapy and help them reunion
with families, across various states of India.
Education
Masters of Social Work - Family and Community Welfare
Madras School of Social Work, Madras University
03.2004
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Loyola College, Madras University
03.2002
Masters of Business Administration - Human Resources
Degree - undefined
Pondicherry University
03.2010
Certificated course:
Hardware & Networking- Software Technology Group - undefined
International Ltd
Social Media Marketing Foundation – LinkedIn Learning - undefined
Certified by the District educational officer for creative space created for children. - undefined
Trained on Market Facilitation Value Chain Specialist conducted by ACDI VOCA – USAID - undefined
WVI - undefined
Skills
Monitoring & Evaluation
Stakeholder Relationship
Budgeting /Financial Planning
Team Leadership & Development
Program Operations
Data Gathering & Analysis
Disaster Recovery Planning
Strategic planning
Respect for Diversity
Highly dependable
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
MSHTR, COP Manager - South Asia
The Salvation Army
07.2022 - Current
OPERATIONS LEAD
NASSCOM Foundation
03.2018 - 06.2022
PARTNERSHIP MANAGER
Jana Urban Services for Transformation
02.2016 - 11.2017
ASSOCIATE CONSULTANT
LabourNet
10.2014 - 05.2015
FREELANCE CONSULTANT
Vathsalya, Sukrupa, Goodhands, Navjeevan Seva Mandal and Rajshree Medical & Research Institute