Shashank Gangal
Lucknow
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 9 years of expertise in project monitoring, evaluation, and implementation within the financial inclusion, banking, and e-Governance sectors. Currently serving as the State Financial Inclusion Coordinator at MicroSave Consulting (MSC), leading NITI Aayog’s Aspirational Block Program in Uttar Pradesh by driving collaboration among government departments, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building to achieve comprehensive financial inclusion. Previous experience as a Manager at CSC-SPV (MeitY, GoI) involved successfully spearheading large-scale banking projects with major financial institutions and digital initiatives across State, ensuring seamless coordination with senior bureaucrats and local stakeholders. Recognized for strong leadership and data-driven decision-making abilities, consistently delivering impactful projects that build sustainable financial ecosystems and promote digital transformation at the grassroots level.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
State Financial Inclusion Coordinator
Micro Save Consulting (MSC)
07.2024 - Current
- As a State Financial Inclusion Coordinator, I lead the implementation of financial inclusion strategies in NITI Aayog's Aspirational Blocks. My role involves coordinating multiple government departments to ensure the effective convergence of efforts aimed at achieving financial inclusion saturation in developing regions. I facilitate strategic planning, oversee project management, and engage with stakeholders to drive collaboration and maximize impact. Additionally, I focus on capacity building for local officials and maintain detailed reporting to ensure transparency and continuous improvement in financial inclusion initiatives.
- Overview: Lead the implementation of financial inclusion strategies in NITI Aayog's Aspirational Blocks.
- Coordination: Facilitate the convergence of multiple government departments to achieve financial inclusion saturation.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and execute tailored financial inclusion strategies aligned with state and national goals.
- Project Management: Oversee the execution of financial inclusion activities, ensuring timely delivery and effective outcomes.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with and manage relationships among key stakeholders, including government bodies, financial institutions, and local communities.
- Capacity Building: Organize training and provide technical support to local officials and stakeholders.
- Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation and prepare comprehensive reports to ensure transparency and inform decision-making.
- Skills: Strong in project coordination, stakeholder management, strategic planning, analytical thinking, and leadership.
Manager
CSC-SPV (MeitY, GoI)
02.2019 - 06.2024
- To prepare detailed project plan & strategy after discussion with senior officials
- To provide assistance to the department at District Level for rollout of HDFC, AXIS, Loan NBFC’s Partners & Other project and facilitating their adoption in the State.
- To prepare MIS reports as per requirement of the department
- To monitor overall functioning of the project & give inputs for improvements in the procedures used
- To review and analyze monitoring reports and identify the causes of potential bottlenecks in project implementation.
- To technically audit the deliverables provided by BOOT operator as per SLA (Service Level Agreement)
- Liaison with the officials from Channel Partner Bank in across 75 Districts & Head Office and ensure that all issues and requirements are resolved.
- Appointed as Nodal Officer for project (HDFC, AXI, Loan Bazar Vertical, FASTAG & estamp services).
- To Coordinate for establishment of driving test tracks in the State
- FINANCIAL INCLUSION:
- Identification of stakeholder/persons at Targeted location assigned by Bank/PSU/Govt Departments.
- Illustrated what needs to be done to reach goals and concerns and Process and onboard a stakeholder/person at assigned location as per the due and diligence of bank.
- Provides detail Training, Products Application, Product Information, Do’s & Don’t’s, Support etc.
- Identified gaps, if present, and offer solutions with products and services.
- Organize Meetings & Workshops at Districts and Blocks to provide Awareness of Financial Inclusion Products to the Stakeholder and citizens.
- Liaising with Bank Officials, Govt. Officials and Department.
- Collaborate and Deliver the Financial Products and Services with multiples Govt Banks, Pvt Banks and NBFC’s to the end Citizens of all Urban/Semi Urban/Rural Areas.
- Organize Teams at Local Areas and District to deliver the financial services and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
District Manager
CSC-SPV (MeitY, GoI)
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Project Management-Scoping the engagement, client interactions/meetings and discussion.
- Monitoring Technical requirements as per MoU clauses.
- Formulation of various operational guidelines related to PM-JAY, PMGDISHA, Tele-Law, PMSYM model documents and contracts to ensure standardization and interoperability.
- Issuing the detailed guidelines for project implementation and monitoring.
- Monitoring project progress and undertaking impact assessment.
- Effective implementation of PM-JAY, PMGDISHA, Tele-Law, PMSYM across the state of UP and its regular monitoring including taking course corrections actions, as and when required.
- Preparation of quality deliverables (Document & Reports) working closely with all stakeholders.
- Prevention, detection and control of frauds and abuse.
- Grievance redressal for all the stakeholders at various levels.
- Any other activities as assigned by the Government of India from time to time.
- Carrying out awareness activities for informing beneficiaries and other stakeholders about the scheme.
- Contribute to developing best practices and tools for project execution and management
- Managing field level operational & technical issues
Education
MBA - Marketing
Sikkim Manipal University (Distance Education)
01.2021
B.H.M.C.T - undefined
J.P. Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Meerut
01.2015
Intermediate - CBSE Board
Heritage School, Aligarh
01.2011
High School - CBSE Board
St. Fidelis School, Aligarh
01.2009
Skills
- E-Governance & Govt liaison
- Project oversight
- Business development partnerships
- Stakeholder engagement
- Partner support and oversight
- Operational efficiency management
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information mentioned above is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. Date: Place: Lucknow Shashank Gangal
Timeline
State Financial Inclusion Coordinator
Micro Save Consulting (MSC)
07.2024 - Current
Manager
CSC-SPV (MeitY, GoI)
02.2019 - 06.2024
District Manager
CSC-SPV (MeitY, GoI)
08.2016 - 02.2019
B.H.M.C.T - undefined
J.P. Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Meerut
Intermediate - CBSE Board
Heritage School, Aligarh
High School - CBSE Board
St. Fidelis School, Aligarh
MBA - Marketing
Sikkim Manipal University (Distance Education)
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