Narinder Singh Rawat
Public Health Expert
Greater Noida (West)
Summary
Seasoned public health professional with over 24 years of comprehensive experience in leading and managing government and donor-funded health initiatives. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in engaging multiple sectors and stakeholders, strategic planning, program management & implementation, M&E, research.
My track record includes successful collaborations with renowned organizations such as DMEO-NITI Aayog, Asian Development Bank (ADB), E&Y, Department of Health Research-ICMR, Ministry of AYUSH, NIHFW, REACH, and HCL.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead-Monitoring & Evaluation/Operation
Resource Group for Education and Advocacy for Community Health (REACH)
02.2022 - 09.2024
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement plans aligned with Unite to ACT project including capacity building, research, monitoring activities in the across multiple States
- Program Development: Develop Standard Operating Procedures, Theory of change, M&E framework, data management tools, dashboard, analytics frameworks, to align with project goals
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Collect and report on indicators as required by the Global Fund and the Principal Recipient
- Develop an evaluation plan for the program and prepare strategic documents/reports
- Supporting the development of the work plan, quarterly reports and annual reports
- Conduct regular data quality assurance, data validation and monitoring to ensure accuracy and compliance with project goals
- Stakeholder Engagement: Regularly review, analyse project achievements and work closely with the Principal Recipient (PR), Centre TB Division (CTD), states & sub-recipients (SSRs) to address gaps, if any
- Capacity Building: Providing technical assistance to build or strengthen State and SSR capacity on community engagement interventions
- Research Studies: Conducted research studies on endline TB stigma assessment study, operational research on lesson learnt under UTA project
- Disseminating the project learnings through presentations and publications
- REACH is NGO, dedicated to the fight against Tuberculosis (TB) engaging communities
- REACH is implementing Unite to ACT (Amplifying Community Action for TB elimination) funded project from The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM)
Lead- Operation Lead
Resource Group for Education and Advocacy for Community Health (REACH)
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Strategic Planning: Led and executed TB elimination project including planning & implementation, capacity building, monitoring activities at Hardoi, UP
- Project Development: Developed Standard Operating Procedures, M&E framework and other documents, to align with project goals
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly review and analyse project achievements and work closely with the HCL team to address gaps, if any
Emergency Response & Strategic Intervention Expert - Health
Asian Development Bank & Ernst & Young
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided strategic supported to Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in managing medical oxygen availability for COVID-19 response
- Monitored and facilitated the implementation of pressure swing adsorption (PSA) plants across various States, ensuring timely execution
- Coordinated Inter-ministerial effort for installation and operation oxygen generation plants
- Developed technical documents for the procurement, installation of pressure swing adsorption (PSA) oxygen generation plant
- Prepared SOPs, maintenance checklists, cost estimation for infrastructure, training and recurring cost
Lead Consultant-Monitoring & Evaluation
NITI Aayog, DMEO
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Developed Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for monitoring of the Output-Outcome Monitoring Framework (OOMF) for Centrally Sponsored/Centre Sector Scheme of various Ministries
- Assisted in Prime Minister Office (PMO's) for review progress of key Policy areas in Social Sector and Infrastructure Sector, based on the progress, new intervention suggested for policy makers
- Monitored outcome-based performance of Centrally Sponsored/Centre Sector Scheme of various Ministries on agreed metrics and actions identified in the reviews on an ongoing basis through the dashboard
- Commissioned an Evaluation study of Centrally Sponsored Schemes (25 Schemes) of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and Ministry of AYUSH (Health Sector)
- Conducted quick assessment studies to examine the content, gap in scheme design, implementation, or impact of the scheme provide feedback for policy intervention of various Schemes like Swachh BharatGramin, Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP), Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), National Agriculture Market (e-NAM), Bharat Net, Viral Diagnostic Research Laboratories (VRDL) etc
- Conducted exploratory study of initiatives to counter malnutrition through Take Home Ration (THR) and Ready to Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF)
- Appraised Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC)/ Standing Finance Committee (SFC) proposals of new scheme/ongoing scheme and provided policy inputs on parameters like (i) Scheme objectives (ii) Scheme design (iii) implementation (iv) Monitoring & Evaluation etc
- Procurement document prepared like Expression of Interest (EoI), Request for Proposal (RFP), ToR documents for evaluation study, survey agencies etc
- Analysis of different sectors/schemes by interacting with experts within Industry, academia & ministries
Project Manager
Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt of India
04.2014 - 08.2017
- Planned, Coordinated and Implemented Department of Health Research's Schemes (Grants-in-Aid, Establishment of Multi-Disciplinary Research units at Medical College and Establishment of Model Rural Health Research Unit at State Level)
- Prepared action plans for Central Sector Schemes of Department of Health Research and ensure its implementation
- Examination of the proposals and prepared comments and coordinate with Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)/State Government/Medical Colleges/Other Institutes
- Managed Public Financial Management System (PFMS) for E-payment, fund management etc
- Prepared proposals for EFC, SFC, facilitate release of funds to the ICMR/States, monitor utilisation Certificates (UCs), Statement of Expenditure (SOEs) etc
- Prepared budget proposals including Annual Budget, Demand for Grants, Outcome Budget etc
- Organised and participated in meetings like EFC, SFC, review meeting of programme implementation Technical/Approval Committee meeting etc
- Monitored scheme performance through desk review and field visits, and regularly analysis monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports and ensure timely action and improvement
Programme Manager
Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
12.2009 - 03.2014
- Led the Planning, Co-ordination and implementation of Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Development of AYUSH Hospital and Dispensaries and Mainstreaming of AYUSH under NRHM
- Provided policy analysis and inputs for National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) and mainstreaming of AYUSH Programme Implementation Plan (PIPs) of all States/UTs
- Drafted the proposals and developed scheme guidelines of National AYUSH Mission (NAM), ensuring strategic alignment with national health goals
- Monitored the programme progress, ensuring timely reporting, organised key meetings of Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC)/Standing Finance Committee (SFC), a review etc
- Conducted training programme of AYUSH doctors, developed training modules, material curriculum and guidelines etc
- Managed the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) for E-payment, fund management
- Prepared budget proposals for EFC, SFC, monitored the release of funds to the States and ensured timely submission of utilisation certificates (UCs), Statement of Expenditure (SOEs)
Consultant
National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW)
11.2006 - 12.2009
- Reviewed Programme Implementation Plan (PIPs) of various States under National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)-Reproductive Child Health Programme ensuring alignment with national health goals
- Assisted States/UTs in preparing Comprehensive Training Plans under NRHM and Training division of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, enhancing healthcare training quality and effectiveness
- Assisted States for conducting all training under the National Rural Health Mission/Reproductive & Child Health (RCH), leading to increase trained healthcare professionals
- Conducted State Programme Management Unit (PMU) and other training and acted as a resource person
- Assisted in designing/preparation of training curriculum and modules
- Conducted Monitoring visit to states, review the implementation of the NRHM, provide feedback and recommendation
- Led data collection, data compilation, data analysis and report writing
Health Manager
Rajeev Gandhi Mission for Community Health, Department of Public Health and Family Welfare
07.2005 - 10.2006
- Supported Secretary Health & Mission Director by providing strategic input on decentralized health management, strengthening basic health services, and promoting cross-sector collaboration at the directorate level
- Facilitated divisional efforts to develop decentralized, integrated health plans under the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM), reviewing district-level plans and offering recommendations for improved efficiency
- Acted as a liaison between district and state levels, ensuring resources were allocated and delivered in a timely manner to meet district needs
- Led capacity-building programs for health staff on planning guidelines and manuals, emphasizing need-based planning and incorporating cross-cutting issues like gender and poverty
- Conducted regular field visits for program monitoring and review, ensuring adherence to objectives and program standards
- Coordinated and participated in divisional workshops, maintaining accountability through timely submission of program and financial reports
Consultant-Research Officer
National Institute of Health and Family Welfare
02.2004 - 07.2005
- To assist in monitoring of Reproductive & Child Health (RCH) Training in including the appraisal of training and skills acquired by the trainees in the States
- Identification, Co-ordination with training institutions for conducting RCH Training in States/UTs
- To assist in designing/preparation of training curriculum and modules
- To assist in conducting training courses and to act as a resource person
- To undertake data collection, data compilation, data analysis and report writing
- Involved in impact evaluation of Integrated Skilled Training and Specialized Skill Training under Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) programme in the country
Consultant
State Institute of Health and Family Welfare
07.2001 - 01.2004
- Financial management of Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) funds allocated for the Collaborating Institute and timely submission of Statement of Expenditure
- Identification, Co-ordination and Monitoring the Reproductive and Child Health training activities of Peripheral training institutions
- Imparted management training to Medical & Para Medical functionaries
Member Secretary-cum-District Programme Manager
District Blindness Control Society
04.1999 - 10.2000
- Planning, Organising and implementation of the Blindness Control Programme in the District
- Organised the outreach camps for cataract and blindness programme at Rural and Tribal Areas in District
- Liaison with NGO's and State Programme Officer (National Prevention of Control of Blindness)
- Management of Society funds including (a) Disbursement of funds (b) preparation of the state of Expenditure (c) arranging the audit as per society by-laws (d) maintaining the records of society accounts
- Prepared monthly progress reports of the program
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Public Health
University of Lucknow
01-2023
PG Diploma in Public Health (DPH) - Public Health
EUCLID University
M.Phil - undefined
Alagappa University
M.B.A - Human Resource Management
IASE University
Rajasthan, IndiaPGDM-MBA - Finance
All India Management Association (AIMA)
Diploma in Training and Development - undefined
Indian Society for Training & Development (ISTD)
Diploma in HIV and Family Education - undefined
IGNOU
Ph.D. -
Rajasthan Technical University
Kota, Rajasthan 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic Planning
Researchpublications
- Budgetary and Administrative Challenges in Establishing New AIIMS in India, Rawat, N.S., Patodiya, P.K, Health and Population: Perspectives and Issues, 47, 3, 177-189, 2024, 0253-6803
- The influence of emerging technologies on human conduct, Choudary, K. C, Rawat, N.S., Journal of Indian Education, 48, 4, 2023, 377-0435
- The Future of Outcome Budgeting in India: A Vision for the Next Decade, Rawat, N.S, Patodiya, P.K, International Journal of All Research Education & Scientific Methods (IJARESM), 11, 7, July, 2023, 1578-1583, 2455-6211
- The Contribution of the Community in the Fight Against Tuberculosis: A Systematic review, Rawat, N.S, International Journal of All Research Education & Scientific Methods (IJARESM), 10, 7, July, 2022, 2539-2555, 2455-6211
- Gender Sensitisation and Role of Gender Budgeting in India, Choudary, K. C, Rawat, N.S., Negi, P, Women's Link, 26, 3, July to September, 2019, 32-40, 2229-6409
- Coping Strategies with Stress and Anxiety of Tri-Pillar of the Education System in COVID-19 Pandemic Period, Rawat, N.S, Choudhary K.C, 2020, SSRN 3596912
- Dealing with Domestic Violence against women is a Challenge, Negi, P., Rawat, N. S., & Sahoo, N., Think India, 22, 2, 2019, 4386-4391
- A Scenario of Gender Gap in South Asian Countries, Negi, P., Rawat, N. S., & Sahoo, N., Think India Journal, 22, 4, 2019, 3133-3139
- Women Education in India: Role of Educational Psychology, Choudary, K. C & Rawat, N.S., Kavv International Journal of Art, Humanities and Social Science (KIJAHS), 6, 1, 2019, 71-75, 2348-4349
- Beti Bachao Beti Padhao- Role of ICT and Media Psychology, Choudary, K.C & Rawat, N.S., Kavv International Journal of Art, Humanities and Social Science (KIJAHS), 5, 3, 2018, 65-60, 2348-4349
Training
- Specialized Module on Human Health and Climate Change, from United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and World Health Organisation (WHO)
- Humanitarian Principles in Humanitarian Action, from NextGenU.org
- Introduction to Epidemiology, from Public Health U, NextGenU.org
- Biostatistics & Health Economics from Public Health U, NextGenU.org
- Public Health Nutrition, from Public Health U, NextGenU.org
- Disaster Management and Emergency Planning, Public Health U, NextGenU.org
- Evaluation of Intervention, Public Health U, NextGenU.org
- Inequalities and Social Determinants of Health, Public Health U, NextGenU.org
- Neglected Tropical Diseases Monitoring & Evaluation Framework, from WHO
- Certified Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Analyst
- Training of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation conducted by DMEO, NITI Aayog & MEIA.
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Fundamental Course, USAID
- Health Policy Planning and Management, International Institute of Health Management Research, Jaipur
- Participatory Learning Action (PLA), National Institute of Health and Family Welfare, New Delhi
- Master Trainers on Integrated Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) Skill, NIHFW, New Delhi
- Planning, Implementation & Documentation for ISO - 9000, QMS, IIQM, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Paper Publication
1. Rawat, N.S. , Patodiya, P.K (2024), Budgetary and Administrative Challenges in Establishing New AIIMS in India , Health and Population: Perspectives and Issues, Vol-47 (3), Page no- 177–189, ISSN-0253-6803
2. Choudary, K. C, Rawat, N.S., (2023), The influence of emerging technologies on human conduct , Journal of Indian Education, Vol-48, No-4, ISSN-377-0435.
3. Rawat, N.S, Patodiya, P.K (2023), The Future of Outcome Budgeting in India: A Vision for the Next Decade , International Journal of All Research Education & Scientific Methods (IJARESM),Vol-11, No-7, July 2023, ISSN-2455-6211. Page no-1578-1583.
4. Rawat, N.S (2022), The Contribution of the Community in the Fight Against Tuberculosis: A Systematic review, International Journal of All Research Education & Scientific Methods (IJARESM), Vol-10, No-7, July, 2022, Page No.-2539-2555, ISSN-2455-6211.
5. Choudary, K. C, Rawat, N.S ., Negi, P (2019), Gender Sensitisation and Role of Gender Budgeting in India , Women's Link, Vol-26, No-3, July to September,2019, Page No.-32-40, ISSN-2229-6409.
6. Rawat, N.S , Choudhary K.C, (2020) Coping Strategies with Stress and Anxiety of Tri-Pillar of the Education System in COVID-19 Pandemic Period . Available at SSRN 3596912, 2020.
7. Negi, P., Rawat, N. S. , & Sahoo, N. (2019). Dealing with Domestic Violence against women is a Challenge. Think India, 22(2), 4386-4391.
8. Negi, P., Rawat, N. S ., & Sahoo, N. (2019). A Scenario of Gender Gap in South Asian Countries . Think India Journal, 22(4), 3133-3139
9. Choudary, K. C & Rawat, N.S ., (2019), Women Education in India: Role of Educational Psychology , Kavv International Journal of Art, Humanities and Social Science (KIJAHS), KIJAHS 2019/V-6/ISS-1/A16, Page No.-71-75 ISSN-2348-4349.
10 Choudary, K.C & Rawat, N.S ., (2018), Beti Bachao Beti Padhao- Role of ICT and Media Psychology , Kavv International Journal of Art, Humanities and Social Science (KIJAHS), Vol-5/ISS-3/A13, Page No.65-60, ISSN-2348-4349
Timeline
Lead- Operation Lead
Resource Group for Education and Advocacy for Community Health (REACH)
01.2024 - 09.2024
Lead-Monitoring & Evaluation/Operation
Resource Group for Education and Advocacy for Community Health (REACH)
02.2022 - 09.2024
Emergency Response & Strategic Intervention Expert - Health
Asian Development Bank & Ernst & Young
05.2021 - 12.2021
Lead Consultant-Monitoring & Evaluation
NITI Aayog, DMEO
08.2017 - 03.2021
Project Manager
Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt of India
04.2014 - 08.2017
Programme Manager
Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
12.2009 - 03.2014
Consultant
National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW)
11.2006 - 12.2009
Health Manager
Rajeev Gandhi Mission for Community Health, Department of Public Health and Family Welfare
07.2005 - 10.2006
Consultant-Research Officer
National Institute of Health and Family Welfare
02.2004 - 07.2005
Consultant
State Institute of Health and Family Welfare
07.2001 - 01.2004
Ph.D. -
Rajasthan Technical University
04.2001 -
Member Secretary-cum-District Programme Manager
District Blindness Control Society
04.1999 - 10.2000
PG Diploma in Public Health (DPH) - Public Health
EUCLID University
M.Phil - undefined
Alagappa University
M.B.A - Human Resource Management
IASE University
PGDM-MBA - Finance
All India Management Association (AIMA)
Diploma in Training and Development - undefined
Indian Society for Training & Development (ISTD)
Diploma in HIV and Family Education - undefined
IGNOU
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Public Health
University of Lucknow
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