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SONALI GILL

SONALI GILL

Gurgaon

Summary

Talented and motivated professional with 10 years of experience in leading operations, logistics, and project management. Strong strategic planner, problem solver, and effective team leader committed to engaging new avenues to empower teams to execute projects deliver results, and support revenue-generating objectives. An open and clear communicator at all levels with demonstrated vision, leadership, and supply chain operations expertise. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive organizational success.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

National Skill Development Corporation International
02.2023 - Current
  • Overall MIS management of the Organization: Accumulation, validation & management of authentic data post-taking inputs from team members for final reporting to the ministry and top management of the organization
  • Management of Skill Verification Program (SVP): Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA):- Working closely with TakaMol Holding, KSA which is a govt. owned company that manages business services, initiatives, and projects under the Ministry of Human Resource and Social Development and Human Resource Development Fund
  • NSDCI & TakaMol holding are responsible for operationalizing SVP in India and KSA respectively
  • Represented NSDCI in the Global Investors Summit 2023 held in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh(10th to 14th Feb '23)

Manager- Strategy (MEL)

National Skill Development Corporation
09.2021 - 01.2023
  • Continuous monitoring of PMKVY and non-PMKVY projects being implemented by NSDC.
  • Supervision of project performance for capturing the progression and defining the penalty as per guidelines.
  • Report analysis, Case investigations, Presentation of cases in the Internal Monitoring Committee & PMKVY Monitoring Committee at MSDE, and consequence management for non-compliant projects.
  • Worked closely with training partners for proper implementation of given projects as per the compliances.
  • Redressal of discrepancies, complaints, escalations, and grievances.
  • Management of Audit queries & RTIs
  • Data furnishing for parliamentary queries, internal business teams & MSDE.
  • Supervision of PMKVY Kaushal Acharya Awards given annually by MSDE.
  • Coordination with the technical team of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) for onboarding of the Kaushal Acharya Awards over the National Awards Portal.
  • Developed and implemented monitoring and evaluation frameworks for projects being implemented at the national level.
  • Analyzed data collected from surveys, interviews, and other methods to assess program performance.
  • Created weekly/monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
  • Implemented new technologies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and for process improvisation.
  • Conducted regular meetings with internal and external teams to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and organization standards.
  • Projection of non-compliant cases in Internal Monitoring Committee for penalty decision.

Analyst

Government Grants Management PMKVY
05.2017 - 09.2021
  • Evaluation of project proposals being submitted under PMKVY 2.0 & 3.0
  • Analysis, verification & validation of proposal documents
  • Presentation of projects in the internal Screening Committee at NSDC and Executive Committee at MSDE.
  • End-to-end project management of more than 34 projects simultaneously.
  • Worked with a diverse set of training partners (Government & non-government) for the implementation of the scheme.
  • Provided step-by-step hand-holding and guidance for project onboarding and smooth running.
  • Writing Business Requirement Specifications to enhance the existing system functionality
  • Approval of financial budgets of ongoing projects
  • Physical monitoring of all ongoing projects to ensure smooth implementation
  • Redressal of any sort (operational or technical) of concern/query of project implementation agencies
  • Performance evaluation of completed projects and projects on the stage of completion.
  • Involved in workshops/training/presentations
  • Project management for State Institute of Capacity Building (SICB) and National Institute for Automotive Inspection & Training (NIAIMT), Himachal Pradesh Kaushal Vikas Nigam (HPKVN), PMO project, Projects of Parliament House and Bihar Raj Bhawan, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation, Tea board of India, Spices Board, Marine Products and Exports Development Authority, various universities, municipal corporations and many more
  • Direct coordination with government officials and organizations under various line ministries
  • Hand holding and close interaction with sector skill councils
  • Involved in the management of multiple projects end to end, from initial request to budget estimation, approval, requirements, onboarding over of Skill India Portal, and tracking the pace
  • Worked closely with the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Ministry of Healthcare, Ministry of Highways and Road Transportation, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Industries, Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Culture on skill development projects.
  • Prepared forecasts of future performance based on historical trends.
  • Developed strategies to optimize operational efficiency and reduce costs.

Coordinator

Presidium School
Gurgaon
03.2017 - 05.2017
  • Coordination between head office and school branch
  • Created and maintained accurate records of departmental activities, including budgets, personnel documents, and project timelines.
  • Assisted with the preparation of presentations for senior management meetings.
  • Looking into day to day administration responsibilities of the school
  • Submission of weekly reports to head office
  • Organization of school events
  • Maintenance of confidential data of management
  • Keeping track of appraisal activities of teachers through Academic heads.

Admission Counsellor

The Shri Ram Police Public School
Gurgaon
04.2016 - 02.2017
  • Established collaborative relationships with parents and guardians in order to provide effective care for their children.
  • Facilitated communication between school personnel, parents and guardians, therapists, psychiatrists, and other professionals involved in the student's care.
  • Handling of the admission process
  • Management of documents pertaining to new admissions
  • Coordination with internal teams for smooth operations
  • Organization of school events in coordination with team members
  • Publishing of monthly newsletter of the school and circulating it to the head office, parents, media (as and when required) and associated play schools
  • Special attention to children under Special Category.

Business Development Manager

Rise Global Academy
01.2016 - 03.2016
  • Counseling candidates and guiding them about the courses that they enrolled for such as IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, and language-building classes.
  • IELTS coaching especially for Reading, Listening, and Speaking Modules.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for admission intake.
  • Maintained a database of existing enrollments and prospective leads.
  • Analyzed student feedback to identify areas for improvement in products and services offered.
  • Provided training to fellow staff members on effective communication techniques when dealing with clients.

Sr. Executive- Key Accounts Manager

Grace Relocations Pvt. Ltd, Grace Relocations Pvt Ltd
06.2015 - 12.2015
  • Maintenance of key accounts of the company like Aircel, Coca-Cola, Glaxo SmithKline, Sun Pharma, Bechtel, Ernst & Young, Vodafone, etc
  • Developed and implemented key account strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Analyzed sales reports to identify opportunities for growth within the portfolio of the key account.
  • Negotiated contract terms and pricing with customers in order to optimize profitability.
  • Handling of movements of ex-pats and international students which required good coordination with international partners and a thorough check on custom-related issues
  • Resolved customer complaints or disputes in a timely manner to maintain positive relationships.

Sr. Executive

Gourav Trans Logistics Pvt. Ltd, Gourav Trans Logistics Pvt Ltd
07.2013 - 05.2015
  • Developed and implemented long-term strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and sustainability.
  • Analyzed financial data, trends, and market conditions to identify opportunities for increased profitability.
  • Directed the development of marketing initiatives to expand customer base and increase revenue.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to maximize cost savings while maintaining quality standards.
  • Handling of operations, Finance reconciliations & PR activities
  • Improved internal communication channel with drivers and loaders which eventually led to reduced number of grievances, reduction in damages, and handling costs.
  • Managed a team of executives responsible for operations, finance, sales, and marketing functions.
  • Designed compensation structures that incentivized top performers while remaining competitive in the marketplace.
  • Close interaction with business partners for smooth running and settling of financial disputes
  • Worked with Interim, Deneb & Pollux, Transworld International, Raffles, Globe Moving etc.

Education

B.A -

Kurukshetra university ending
01.2011

A.I.S.S.C.E (10+2) - Commerce

01.2001

S.S.C (10th) -

CBSE Board
01.1999

PGDM - Business Administration (International Business )

IMT- Ghaziabad

Skills

  • Result Oriented
  • Effective Time Management
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Relationship Management
  • Problem-solving and analytical bent of mind
  • Strong Communication skills
  • Adaptability
  • Productive work delegation
  • Business Administration
  • Operations Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Policy Implementation
  • Expense Tracking
  • Cross-Functional Team Management
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Project Management
  • Workforce Management
  • Financial Management

Interests

 DIY projects, Adventure,Travel,Hiking/Trekking, Community engagement, Volunteering for Social Causes. 

Work Availability

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Quote

Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Manager

National Skill Development Corporation International
02.2023 - Current

Manager- Strategy (MEL)

National Skill Development Corporation
09.2021 - 01.2023

Analyst

Government Grants Management PMKVY
05.2017 - 09.2021

Coordinator

Presidium School
03.2017 - 05.2017

Admission Counsellor

The Shri Ram Police Public School
04.2016 - 02.2017

Business Development Manager

Rise Global Academy
01.2016 - 03.2016

Sr. Executive- Key Accounts Manager

Grace Relocations Pvt. Ltd, Grace Relocations Pvt Ltd
06.2015 - 12.2015

Sr. Executive

Gourav Trans Logistics Pvt. Ltd, Gourav Trans Logistics Pvt Ltd
07.2013 - 05.2015

B.A -

Kurukshetra university ending

A.I.S.S.C.E (10+2) - Commerce

S.S.C (10th) -

CBSE Board

PGDM - Business Administration (International Business )

IMT- Ghaziabad

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