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ROHAN DESILVA

DEPUTY MANAGER – CONTENT DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING
Vasai

Summary

A strategic Project Manager and Senior Training Leader with 20+ years of extensive experience in end-to-end program management and driving human capital development across diverse sectors, including social programs, skilling, NGOs, and healthcare. Expertly orchestrates and executes scalable, learner-centric programs, utilizing strong capabilities in strategic planning and stakeholder management. Successfully manages budgets (₹5 lakh+ per project) and leads cross-functional teams through the entire project lifecycle from planning and risk assessment and mitigation through impact evaluation. Proven ability to leverage advanced instructional design, including gamified learning and specialized soft skills/voice & accent training, to achieve measurable improvements in productivity and organizational performance. Seeking a senior leadership role to strategically align L&D initiatives directly with key business objectives through rigorous outcomes-based reporting and effective coordination. Resourceful Project Manager with 2 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget, and financial management. Diligent with background in managing complex projects across various industries. Known for successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope. Demonstrated ability to manage project lifecycles and implement process improvements. Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 20+ years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements. Determined Managerial adept at assigning tasks to team members based on individual strengths. Communicated with key project stakeholders to ascertain project requirements. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Training Specialist position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Diligent Project Manager with background in managing complex projects across various industries. Known for successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope. Demonstrated ability to manage project lifecycles and implement process improvements.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Project Manager

ICICI Foundation for Inclusive Growth
Mumbai
04.2023 - 10.2025
  • Led end-to-end planning, execution, and evaluation of multi-sectoral projects focused on capacity building, vocational training, and sustainable livelihoods.
  • Executed 20+ social, rural livelihood, healthcare, and skilling programs across urban and rural regions, impacting over 10,000 beneficiaries.
  • Managed budgets exceeding ₹5 lakh+ per project with 100% financial compliance and timely completion.
  • Created SOPs and strategic plans for 10+ rural livelihood initiatives, enhancing income generation and self-sufficiency.
  • Conducted 50+ site visits and impact assessments, ensuring program alignment with foundation objectives.

Deputy Manager – Content Development and Training

ICICI Foundation for Inclusive Growth
Mumbai
06.2018 - 03.2023

Directed the design, delivery, and strategic enhancement of training programs across technical and non-technical domains, driving workplace readiness for diverse learner groups.

  • Trained 300+ employees across 25 sessions, contributing to a 20% improvement in team productivity.
  • Developed 40 e-learning modules, successfully reducing new hire onboarding time by 30%.
  • Spearheaded the development of 350+ gamified learning tools, driving a 50% increase in trainee engagement and concept retention.
  • Achieved a 95% satisfaction rate in post-training feedback surveys.
  • Managed the end-to-end recruitment cycle for 300+ associates (June 2018 – March 2023), which included both conducting and overseeing interviews, performing background checks, hiring, and onboarding training.

Freelance Trainer

Smmart Training and Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Mumbai
06.2017 - 04.2018
  • Conducted training sessions on entrepreneur development and upskilling for trainers under the Smmart payroll.
  • Collaborated on content upgrades, additions, and edits for participant workbooks.
  • Designed comprehensive training solutions using industry-standard software (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) for diverse groups including professionals, entrepreneurs, and business organizations.
  • Produced engaging motivational content using audio/video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Audacity), contributing to measurable increases in company retention and productivity rates.
  • Drove workplace readiness by developing targeted e-learning programs that typically increase employee retention by 25-60% and productivity by 17-25%

Communication Trainer

Continuum Managed Services
Mumbai
04.2014 - 03.2017

Assistant Manager Training

Unbounded Solutions
03.2012 - 02.2014

Soft Skills Trainer

Mindspace Human Capital Services
06.2010 - 10.2011

Senior Trainer

Zenith and Zenith Communication Pvt Ltd
03.2003 - 03.2009

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad
06.2006

Skills

Timeline

Project Manager

ICICI Foundation for Inclusive Growth
04.2023 - 10.2025

Deputy Manager – Content Development and Training

ICICI Foundation for Inclusive Growth
06.2018 - 03.2023

Freelance Trainer

Smmart Training and Solutions Pvt. Ltd
06.2017 - 04.2018

Communication Trainer

Continuum Managed Services
04.2014 - 03.2017

Assistant Manager Training

Unbounded Solutions
03.2012 - 02.2014

Soft Skills Trainer

Mindspace Human Capital Services
06.2010 - 10.2011

Senior Trainer

Zenith and Zenith Communication Pvt Ltd
03.2003 - 03.2009

Bachelor of Arts -

Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad
ROHAN DESILVADEPUTY MANAGER – CONTENT DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING