S.A. Arockia Selvaraj
Regional Manager - Social Impact Projects (South India)
Summary
Extensive experience in the development sector, with expertise in project management and strategic planning. Led transformative social impact initiatives across government, CSR, and NGO sectors, improving operational efficiency and achieving impactful outcomes. Proficient in advocacy, team development, and building strong stakeholder relationships to support community growth and engagement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Regional Manager - Social Impact Projects (South)
Karadi Path Education Company Private Limited
08.2015 - Current
- Project Management and Implementation Support: Coordinated efforts with partners, including Tamil Nadu State Government Department (Department of Children Welfare and Special Servies– Ministry of Social Reform, Child and Women welfare, Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, Ministry of Adi Dravida & Tribal Welfare - TN, State Planning Commission & Greater Chennai Corporation ), Andhra Pradesh State Government (Samagra Shiksa) & Telangana (Samagra Shiksha), CSR Initiatives (JSW Foundation, Ficci, Coromandel) and NGOs (ISHA Outreach, ASHA for Education & OfERR) to ensure seamless project execution.
- Advocacy, Communication, and Social Mobilization: Promoted impactful project deliverables through targeted communication strategies and social engagement.
- Leadership Development and Mentorship: Cultivated high-potential employees for leadership roles through personalized career development plans and growth opportunities.
- Operational Efficiency: Identified improvement areas and implemented changes to streamline processes and boost efficiency.
- Outcome Dissemination: Leveraged print and visual media to share project outcomes and enhance visibility.
State Project Coordinator
Tamil Nadu Vouluntary Health Association.
02.2008 - 04.2014
- Project Management and Implementation Support: Partnered with government departments (Government of India - Ministry of Health Services, Tamil Nadu Government - National Rural Health Mission TN, Department of Public Health TN - State Tobacco Control, Chennai Corporation & Department of Social Defence), CSR programs ( SC Johnson) , and INGOs (Christian Aid, European Union and USAID) to ensure the effective and efficient execution of projects.
- Advocacy, Communication, and Social Mobilization: Enhanced the reach and impact of project deliverables through strategic communication efforts and community-focused initiatives.
- Leadership Development and Mentorship: Guided high-potential employees toward leadership roles through tailored career development strategies and growth opportunities.
- Operational Optimization: Improved efficiency by identifying operational gaps and implementing targeted enhancements.
- Outcome Dissemination: Leveraged print and visual media to effectively showcase project outcomes and boost visibility.
- Community Development Networking: Established strong collaborations with 754 NGOs and CBOs(Tamil Nadu & Pondicherry (Tamil Nadu Voluntary Heatlh Association Members ) to support community development efforts.
- Capacity Building: Conducted capacity-building programs to empower stakeholders and enhance field-level engagement for fostering positive change.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Loyola College
Chennai 06.2002 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Commerce
St.Xavier College
Palayamkottai 06.1998 - 04.2001
Skills
Project management
State Level Workshop - Advocacy
• State-level Workshop on COTPA 2003 to Tamil Nadu Member of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) at St. George Fort, Government of Tamil Nadu in the year 2009.
• State-level Workshop on Climate Change at Chennai in the year 2009 with the Support of Christian Aid, New Delhi.
• State Level Workshop on “Challenges of Non-Communicable Disease in Tamil Nadu” with the support of VHAI & Adyar Cancer Institute in the year 2013 at Good News Centre, State-level
State Level Media Campaign
• Ban on Smoking in Public Places - VHAI and State Tobacco Control Cell – Tamil Nadu in the year 2008 at Chennai.
• Insist the Government of India to print the Pictorial Warning on Tobacco Products at Chennai Press Club in the year 2010 and 2011
Timeline
Regional Manager - Social Impact Projects (South)
Karadi Path Education Company Private Limited
08.2015 - Current
State Project Coordinator
Tamil Nadu Vouluntary Health Association.
02.2008 - 04.2014
Master of Arts - Social Work
Loyola College
06.2002 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Commerce
St.Xavier College
06.1998 - 04.2001
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