RAGINI KUMARI
Lucknow
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 8 years of experience in the development sector and more than 3 years in non-development roles, specializing in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), government projects, NGOs, and state-level skill development programs. Proven expertise in project management, implementation, community mobilization, training facilitation, and effective communication and documentation. Highly proficient in IT skills, including the development of Management Information Systems (MIS), complemented by strong planning and execution capabilities. Results-oriented with a passion for continuous learning, adept at adapting to new challenges while fostering team collaboration and initiative.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager- Capacity Building & Social Mobilization
Trust Community Livelihoods (TCL)
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Implemented a CSR project funded by Axis Bank Foundation, focused on women's empowerment through livelihood generation in agriculture and livestock sectors
- Build Capacity of community Institutions like Producer groups, Mahila Kissan Sangathan, FPO and their Leaders for their Empowerment & Sustainability.
- Develop & Plan capacity building/training programs for staff and community members to enhance their skills, knowledge & abilities.
- Develop policy and protocols for community institution, Trainings & Plans as per field requirements.
- Provide Leadership and Guidance to team responsible for implementing Social Mobilization & Capacity building programs.
- Develop and manage budgets for social mobilization & capacity building programs. Ensured that resources are used efficiently and effectively.
- Established and nurtured partnerships with external stakeholders; additionally managed communications, social media outreach, and liaison efforts for fundraising initiatives.
State Project Head (Deen Dayal Upadhyay - Gramin Kaushal Yojna)
M-Five Security Private Limited-UP
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Coordinated with State Technical Support Agency (Grant Thornton) and Central Technical Support Agency (NABCONS)
- Reported directly to UPSDM (Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission) and MoRD (Ministry of Rural Development India)
- Attended meetings and workshops related to skill development organized by government bodies
- Managed end-to-end project/work streams, including reports and necessary documentation, data, and social media content
- Developed and maintained relationships with multiple government officials and other stakeholders
- Provided hand-holding support to teams during the project adaption and implementation phase
- Conducted capacity-building activities for project staff, as well as research for career and livelihood progression of DDU-GKY participants
- Managed organization and team, daily operations, and reported to the director
Analyst And M&E Officer (Azim Premji Philanthropic Initiatives)
Mahila Samakhya, Uttar Pradesh
08.2018 - 12.2020
- Managed results-based activities of the project with qualitative and quantitative analysis and data management
- Monitored all program activities and progress, and recommended further improvements to the logical framework and tools
- Developed and maintained various responses of MIS and dashboards using MS Access, Excel, and Google Sheets to track project outcomes
- Provided technical support to ‘Mahila Sashaktikaran Kendra’ (MSK) counselors Conducted training on M&E/MIS for the program team and Documented and wrote reports, Provided legal support and consultancy to domestic violence survivors
- Traveled regularly to rural and urban areas to oversee project implementation and analyze periodic data based on field observations and needs.
- Checked the quality of all data for completeness, consistency, and correctness, and made amendments as needed.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
Consultant (Farmer Producer Organization/FPO)
Mahila Samakhya, Uttar Pradesh
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Planned, implemented, reviewed, monitored, and evaluated the project
- Conducted field visits to ensure proper implementation and supervision of project work
- Prepared reports, newsletters, brochures, and training materials
- Provided capacity-building training (livelihood/FPO) to farmers
- Coordinated and provided technical support to farmers and FPO members Conducted surveys and mapping to identify crops/plants and businesses in demand
Project Coordinator (Pani Panchayat)
Mahila Samakhya, Uttar Pradesh
05.2017 - 03.2018
- Planned, implemented, reviewed, monitored, and evaluated projects
- Conducted field visits to ensure proper implementation and monitoring of the project
- Analyzed and regularly evaluated project
- Networked and liaised with stakeholders, government bodies, villagers, community leaders, and civil society organizations
- Prepared reports, newsletters, brochures, and training materials provided capacity-building training to the project staff
- Coordinated and provided technical support to the project/district team
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
Smart Class Coordinator
EDU Comp Pvt. Ltd
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Gave training to teachers and students on Smart Class Software.
- Provide technical support to clients and Smart Class Software users
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Masters - Social Work (Rural Development)
Shri RamSwaroop Memorial University
Lucknow, UP08-2021
PG Diploma - Human Rights
Indian Institute of Human Rights
New Delhi02-2017
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
National Institute of Information Technology
Ranchi, Jharkhand04-2014
Skills
- Goal setting
- Risk management
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Staff management
- Time management
- Project management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Relationship building
- Innovation management
- Policy and procedure development
- Operations management
- Stakeholder management
- Team leadership
- Project planning
- Staff training and development
- Documentation and reporting
Training
- Workshop on National Social Stock Exchange by SEBI
- 6– days workshop on “Theory of Change”
- 6- days training on Facilitation Skills for Master Trainer, Civil Society Academy
- 4- days training on GPDP-Gram Panchayat Development Program
- Workshops on skill development projects and programs, UPSDM Lucknow
- 6-days training from Indian Health Action Trust (IHAT) in Family Planning
- 4-days training from Bankers Institute of Rural Development (BIRD) in Farmer Producers Organization (FPO)
- 3-days training from Multiple Action Research Group (MARG) in Legal Aid
- 5-days training from Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) in Counseling
- 6-days training from Mahila Samakhya on Gender
- 4-days training from Mahila Samakhya in documentation and reporting
- 21-days internship at Jharkhand Human Rights Commission
- 6-month internship in "Pratigya to build a nation through education," Ranchi
- 6-month internship in Bhartiya Aadim Jati Sewak Sangh (Kanyaa Aashram), Ranchi
Timeline
Manager- Capacity Building & Social Mobilization
Trust Community Livelihoods (TCL)
09.2023 - 04.2025
State Project Head (Deen Dayal Upadhyay - Gramin Kaushal Yojna)
M-Five Security Private Limited-UP
02.2021 - 12.2022
Analyst And M&E Officer (Azim Premji Philanthropic Initiatives)
Mahila Samakhya, Uttar Pradesh
08.2018 - 12.2020
Consultant (Farmer Producer Organization/FPO)
Mahila Samakhya, Uttar Pradesh
04.2018 - 07.2018
Project Coordinator (Pani Panchayat)
Mahila Samakhya, Uttar Pradesh
05.2017 - 03.2018
Smart Class Coordinator
EDU Comp Pvt. Ltd
08.2014 - 03.2016
Masters - Social Work (Rural Development)
Shri RamSwaroop Memorial University
PG Diploma - Human Rights
Indian Institute of Human Rights
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
National Institute of Information Technology
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