Open To Work
KUMARI PUSHPA
New Delhi
Summary
Public health and program management professional with over 15 years of experience working with Government of India, national health programs, and development organizations. Expertise in program coordination, policy documentation, stakeholder engagement, monitoring systems, and large‑scale public health implementation support. Extensive experience in Family Planning, RMNCH+A, and related initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Program Manager
Family Planning Association of India (FPAI)
10.2025 - Current
- Coordinated program implementation, documentation, and support for family planning initiatives to ensure successful delivery.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement and review processes across program teams to align objectives and enhance collaboration.
- Developed technical documentation, trackers, and reporting systems to streamline project monitoring and reporting.
Senior Consultant
Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW)
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Supported appraisal of PIPs for allocated states under NHM.
- Coordinated national review meetings including RMNCHAN consultative meetings and NHM consultations.
- Contributed to EFC documentation for NHM extension (2027–31).
- Drafted replies to Parliamentary Questions (Starred and Unstarred), policy briefs, and talking points.
- Participated in Common Review Mission visits.
- Supported development of IEC materials for Family Planning, AAM Centres, and Immunization programs.
Program Associate
Jansankhya Sthirata Kosh (Autonomous Body, MoHFW)
08.2010 - 01.2019
- Supported implementation of national family planning communication initiatives.
- Coordinated program activities, stakeholder meetings, and reporting.
- Managed documentation and monitoring support for program implementation.
Fellow
Department of AIDS Control, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
- Supported program documentation and coordination activities for national HIV/AIDS control initiatives.
Consultant Support Role
DRS Pvt. Limited
- Provided operational and program coordination support for health sector assignments.
Education
MBA - Health Management
Jamia Hamdard
New DelhiBachelor of Physiotherapy -
BCPO, PMCH
Certificate Diploma - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
MAHE
ManipalPh.D. - Enrolled
IGNOU
Skills
- Program Coordination
- Public Health Programs
- Government Liaison
- Documentation & Reporting
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Meeting Coordination
- Policy Drafting
- IEC Development
- Stakeholder Engagement
Accomplishments
• Part of G20 meetings, Annual Track 20 Meetings,
• Contributed to policies and program documentation including EFC‑NHM extension, Mission Steering Group (MSG), Gender Budgeting.
• Supported monitoring, implementation tracking, and stakeholder coordination across states.
• Contributed to policies and program documentation including EFC‑NHM extension, Mission Steering Group (MSG), Gender Budgeting.
• Supported monitoring, implementation tracking, and stakeholder coordination across states.
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Program Manager
Family Planning Association of India (FPAI)
10.2025 - Current
Senior Consultant
Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW)
01.2020 - 01.2025
Program Associate
Jansankhya Sthirata Kosh (Autonomous Body, MoHFW)
08.2010 - 01.2019
Fellow
Department of AIDS Control, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
Consultant Support Role
DRS Pvt. Limited
MBA - Health Management
Jamia Hamdard
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
BCPO, PMCH
Certificate Diploma - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
MAHE
Ph.D. - Enrolled
IGNOU