Summary
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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
References
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Jurismita Puzari

Jurismita Puzari

Guwahati

Summary

A dynamic and results-driven professional with 15 years of experience in the development sector, specializing in public health and education. Currently serving as a Project Manager at The Hans Foundation (THF), overseeing large-scale health infrastructure projects across Northeast India. Expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic partnerships with government bodies and institutions. Awarded the REX Karmaveer Global Fellowship, endorsed by the United Nations & REX, for commitment to social change. Accomplished Program Manager provides in-depth understanding of developing and implementing organizational strategies. Well-versed in spearheading new initiatives to support functional operations and project completion. Excellent aptitude for financial management, budgeting, procurement and contracting. Proficient in managing logistics analysis, including inventory, and supply chain performance.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Manager

The Hans Foundation (THF)
06.2023 - Current
  • Leading Strengthening Health & Wellness Centre Project in Meghalaya, overseeing 50 Health Sub-Centres (HSCs) across 6 districts and 14 HSCs in Arunachal Pradesh
  • Managing the Uttam Xikhya Project, an education initiative for tea garden communities in Assam
  • Spearheading stakeholder management and policy advocacy, aligning THF’s initiatives with Labour Welfare Department, Secondary Education Department, and Skill Development Department of Assam
  • Facilitated high-level engagement, securing meetings with the Chief Secretary and Chief Minister of Assam, along with THF senior management, to drive strategic partnerships and funding opportunities

Project Manager

Piramal Swasthya Management and Research Institute
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Led the Strengthening Non-Communicable Disease Services in Assam Project, ensuring effective implementation across 33 districts
  • Collaborated with state and district health authorities for improved service delivery and awareness

Change Communication Specialist

Piramal Swasthya
07.2020 - 09.2022
  • Developed Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) strategies for Aspirational Districts in Northeast India
  • Conducted training programs for both internal and external stakeholders

Senior Program Leader

Piramal Foundation
06.2018 - 07.2020
  • Led the NITI Aayog Program in Barpeta District, managing stakeholder engagement and the Gandhi Fellowship Program

Zila Swachh Bharat Prerak

Tata Trusts & Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation
06.2017 - 06.2018
  • Played a pivotal role in Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin) implementation in Sibsagar & Hojai districts, supporting their ODF status achievement

Education

Fellowship - Social Development

Rex Karmaveer Global Fellowship
New Delhi
11-2023

Master’s - Mass Communication & Journalism

Tezpur University
Tezpur, Assam
01.2015

Bachelor’s - Geography

Gauhati University
Gauhati
01.2012

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Project management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Health program implementation
  • Team leadership
  • Cost estimates & budgets

Accomplishments

  • Gold Medalist at the REX Karmaveer Global Fellowship, recognized under the Karmaveer Puraskar, endorsed by United Nations & REX.
  • Facilitated high-level engagement with Government of Assam, ensuring policy alignment and funding opportunities for THF projects.
  • Successfully implemented Strengthening Health & Wellness Centre Projects in Meghalaya & Arunachal Pradesh, benefiting rural communities.
  • Led impactful education and health initiatives, directly improving infrastructure and service delivery in remote areas.

References

Available upon request

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Assamese

Timeline

Program Manager

The Hans Foundation (THF)
06.2023 - Current

Project Manager

Piramal Swasthya Management and Research Institute
09.2022 - 06.2023

Change Communication Specialist

Piramal Swasthya
07.2020 - 09.2022

Senior Program Leader

Piramal Foundation
06.2018 - 07.2020

Zila Swachh Bharat Prerak

Tata Trusts & Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation
06.2017 - 06.2018

Fellowship - Social Development

Rex Karmaveer Global Fellowship

Master’s - Mass Communication & Journalism

Tezpur University

Bachelor’s - Geography

Gauhati University
Jurismita Puzari