SANTOSH SOLOMON JAGDHANE
BANGALORE
Summary
Seasoned Strategy Leader with background in developing and implementing business strategies to drive growth and profitability. Strengths lie in strategic planning, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. Demonstrated success in leveraging analytical skills to identify ministry opportunities and improve operational efficiency. Committed to fostering organizational success through thoughtful strategy and decisive action. Successful Consultant promotes aggressive drive toward organizational change through research, optimization and systems development. Experience conferring with employees and management to address problems with internal controls and procedures negatively impacting organizational operations. Focused on reducing costs, streamlining processes and maximizing resource utilization.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
National Strategy Leader India
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Bangalore
07.2022 - Current
- Built strong relationships across departments by fostering collaboration between teams in India.
- Engaged external vendors or consultants where appropriate to support the development of new strategies to reach marketplace leaders in India.
- Identified professionals who are willing to offer pro-bono services to develop websites, projects and resource materials.
- Managed relationships with external partners including professionals, vendors, suppliers.
- Led the design of internal tools such as dashboards for tracking progress towards strategic goals and outcome.
- Analyzed data from various sources to evaluate current strategies and make recommendations for improvement to the national leadership team.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to team leaders in order to drive successful outcomes of projects.
South Asia Coordinator
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Bangalore
07.2017 - Current
- Coordinated with other asian countries to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered additional material and supplies as needed.
- Created and maintained accurate records of country activities, including budgets, resource developments and ministry project accomplishments.
- Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly recruited staff members to supply knowledge of various organizational programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Guided staff members and teams in handling difficult or complex problems.
- Discussed job performance problems with team leaders, coordinators, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
- Analyzed financial activities of departments and countries to share budgetary input with head quarters.
- Trained leaders on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Researched and prepared reports required by head quarters or governmental agencies.
LeaderImpact Team Leader
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Bangalore
05.2013 - Current
- Developed strategies to work among professionals and business leaders in the city.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members and marketplace leaders.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions to reach target audiences.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
- Worked on contextualized discipleship material to engage and reach professionals with the gospel.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional leadership.
Associate National Director
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Pune
07.2007 - Current
- Evaluated existing operations and services; identified areas needing improvement and recommended solutions.
- Facilitated strategic planning sessions and facilitated discussions among stakeholders regarding policy issues.
- Created reports on program outcomes for senior management and funders as needed.
- Oversaw budgeting for national activities and monitored expenditures for compliance with rules and regulations.
- Served as primary contact point between organization's headquarters and regional offices across the nation.
- Designed programs to engage stakeholders on local, state, and national levels.
- Analyzed data collected through surveys or other research methods to inform decision-making processes.
- Organized conferences, workshops, webinars, seminars, and other events related to organizational goals.
- Collaborated with external consultants and experts to identify new opportunities for growth.
- Coordinated communications between staff members at all levels of the organization to ensure consistency of message.
- Developed and implemented national strategies to increase organizational capacity, improve service delivery, and expand public outreach.
- Cultivated relationships with key leaders in government and industry to advance organizational goals.
Administrative Assistant to the Director
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Pune
07.2006 - Current
- Proofreading documents prior to submission to ensure accuracy of content and formatting.
- Answering inquiries on behalf of the Director in a timely manner.
- Managing incoming calls and emails directed to the Director.
- Coordinating meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
- Updating contact databases with accurate information about guests, contacts or partners.
- Conducting research on various topics as requested by the director.
- Creating agendas, presentations, reports, and other documents for the Director.
- Recording minutes at departmental meetings attended by the director.
- Developing processes to improve administrative functions within the organization.
- Monitoring progress of ongoing projects assigned to staff working under direction of Director.
- Ensuring all relevant information is available for upcoming meetings or events.
- Providing support during special projects led by the director.
- Maintaining filing system for documents related to the Director's work.
- Preparing expense reports for reimbursement of business-related expenses incurred by the director.
- Scheduling appointments with clients or colleagues as needed.
- Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for meetings, conferences and seminars.
- Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of the Director.
- Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and leaders.
- Facilitated board meeting agendas and distributed support materials in advance for successful sessions.
- Conducted research and collected and analyzed data to prepare reports and documents.
- Used voice recorder or notepad to compose and transcribe meeting minutes.
Regional Coordinator
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Pune
06.2005 - Current
- Conducted regular meetings with local teams from Mumbai, Pune and Vadodara to review performance and identify areas of improvement.
- Provided support during visits of leaders from headquarters by coordinating logistics such as transportation, accommodations.
- Organized events designed to promote ministry awareness among churches and Christian leaders in the region.
- Facilitated communication between teams across different states within the region.
- Coordinated with the head office on regional initiatives, budgeting and resource allocation.
- Created reports for senior leaders highlighting key metrics such as ministry growth, discipleship, recruitment and resource mobilization.
- Prepared presentations summarizing regional performance results for quarterly board meetings and evaluations.
- Managed the recruitment process for new staff members in the region, including interviewing potential candidates.
- Organized training sessions for staff members to improve their skills and knowledge of organizational policies and procedures.
- Assisted in developing annual budgets for each teams in the region according to organizational guidelines.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly recruited staff members to supply knowledge of various organizational programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Recruited, interviewed and selected office employees to fill vacant roles.
Team Leader
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Vadodara
01.2004 - Current
- Established clear expectations for staff members, providing guidance when needed.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
- Created training materials and conducted group trainings on new processes or procedures.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates and providing input on recruitment decisions.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
Team Leader
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Pune
07.2001 - Current
- Established clear expectations for staff members, providing guidance when needed.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions for field ministry.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates and providing input on recruiting decisions for new staff members.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build ministry satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
- Established clear team goals aligned with organizational objectives, tracking progress regularly.
Field Staff Member
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Pune
05.1998 - Current
- Assisted with the development of field staff training programs and materials.
- Analyzed survey results from sites visited to identify areas of improvement.
- Provided support to other staff members during difficult or challenging situations.
Missionary Intern
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Bangalore
05.1997 - Current
- Prepared presentations on biblical topics for educational purposes.
- Planned and organized outreach events for evangelism purposes in college campuses.
- Organized workshops and seminars to share knowledge about felt needs of students and professionals.
- Collaborated with other missionaries in the field to share best practices, resources, and ideas.
- Facilitated group discussions with members of the organization to identify common challenges and needs.
- Spread faith through various evangelistic means, including preaching, Bible studies, readings and group activities.
- Met individuals to deliver Bibles, spread word of Christ and lead prayers.
Accounting Assistant
India Campus Crusade for Christ
Pune
04.1996 - 04.1997
- Assisted with payroll processing by entering employee hours into the system.
- Assisted with accounts receivable activities such as invoicing, collections, and deposits.
- Processed journal entries for accruals, amortization and other adjustments.
- Entered data into accounting software programs such as QuickBooks or Sage 50 Accounting Software.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
- Maintained the general ledger system to ensure accurate recording of all transactions.
- Received payments from customers via cash, check and credit cards to pay company invoices.
- Reconciled expenses and financial records.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes, preparing necessary journal entries.
- Handled daily cash transactions and maintained petty cash fund.
- Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
- Prepared and processed payroll.
Sales Associate
Green Agro Pvt Ltd
Pune
06.1994 - 03.1996
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
Medical Representative
Sandesh Medico
Pune
05.1992 - 12.1993
- Maintained records of sales activities such as appointments made, calls placed, samples distributed.
- Monitored inventory levels at retail outlets ensuring adequate stock was available at all times.
- Responded promptly to customer calls and emails regarding product issues and complaints.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
Education
Master of Commerce - FINANCE & MARKETING
MARATHWADA MITRA MANDAL COLLEGE OF COMMERCE
PUNE04-1998
Bachelor of Commerce -
MARTHWADA MITRA MANDAL COLLEGE OF COMMERCE
PUNE04-1996
Higher Secondary Certificate -
CAMP EDUCATION SOCIETY JUNIOR COLLEGE
PUNE02-1993
Secondary School Certificate -
Sri Sant Namdeo High School
Pune01-1991
Skills
- Innovation management
- Data-driven decision-making
- Financial Forecasting
- Strategic Partnerships
- Organizational Development
- Operational Efficiency
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Problem-solving abilities
- Decision-Making
- Team building
- Analytical Thinking
Affiliations
- I enjoy road travels and also mountain climbing, especially climbing the ancient forts and historical monuments.
- I enjoy reading stories of life change and impact on societies by an individual or a community.
- I enjoy watching action and adventure movies.
- I enjoy playing cricket and football.
Languages
English
First Language
Marathi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Gujarati
Beginner (A1)
A1
Kannada
Beginner (A1)
A1
Certification
- Received certificate for completing KAIROS training on cross cultural missions in 2015.
- Received certificate in Financial Accounting Systems from Cru Global finance office in 2008.
- Received certificate in Art of Parenting as Facilitator from FamilyLife -USA in 2017.
- Received certificate in FamilyLife seminar as Facilitator from FamilyLife -USA in 2017.
- Received certificate in Man of Impact as Facilitator from The Significant Project Singapore in 2015.
- Received certificate in 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership from John Maxwell -India in 2014.
- Received certificate in Haggai Leadership Seminar from Haggai Ministries -India in 2008.
- Received certificate in Lead like Jesus as Facilitator from Lead like Jesus Society -India in 2014.
Timeline
National Strategy Leader India
India Campus Crusade for Christ
07.2022 - Current
South Asia Coordinator
India Campus Crusade for Christ
07.2017 - Current
LeaderImpact Team Leader
India Campus Crusade for Christ
05.2013 - Current
Associate National Director
India Campus Crusade for Christ
07.2007 - Current
Administrative Assistant to the Director
India Campus Crusade for Christ
07.2006 - Current
Regional Coordinator
India Campus Crusade for Christ
06.2005 - Current
Team Leader
India Campus Crusade for Christ
01.2004 - Current
Team Leader
India Campus Crusade for Christ
07.2001 - Current
Field Staff Member
India Campus Crusade for Christ
05.1998 - Current
Missionary Intern
India Campus Crusade for Christ
05.1997 - Current
Accounting Assistant
India Campus Crusade for Christ
04.1996 - 04.1997
Sales Associate
Green Agro Pvt Ltd
06.1994 - 03.1996
Medical Representative
Sandesh Medico
05.1992 - 12.1993
Master of Commerce - FINANCE & MARKETING
MARATHWADA MITRA MANDAL COLLEGE OF COMMERCE
Bachelor of Commerce -
MARTHWADA MITRA MANDAL COLLEGE OF COMMERCE
Higher Secondary Certificate -
CAMP EDUCATION SOCIETY JUNIOR COLLEGE
Secondary School Certificate -
Sri Sant Namdeo High School
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