Subas Chandra Behura
Bhubaneswar
Summary
Development expert with 15 years of experience across the UN, government, and CSR sectors, specializing in WASH, climate resilience, waste management, livelihoods, and community empowerment through impactful, scalable programs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Co-Lead
UNICEF / NITCON Ltd
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Worked closely with senior officials in H&UDD, Government of Odisha, providing policy and operational support on faecal sludge and septage management (FSSM) and plastic waste management (PWM). Contributed to key policy documents, including District Saturation Plans, SOPs, and MoAs. Strengthened institutional mechanisms by establishing state, district, and block-level steering committees. Led coordination across 115 ULBs, developed IEC strategies, and conducted capacity-building programs for PRI and GP functionaries. Facilitated exposure visits and organized high-level workshops, including an international forum on urban transformation. Developed monitoring systems, integrated FSSM indicators into the SUJOG-DIGIT app, and documented best practices to drive statewide adoption.
Technical Consultant
UNICEF / SAMS Pvt Ltd
New Delhi
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Worked under the supervision of senior officials in the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, providing strategic support across policy, international cooperation, communications, and innovation. Coordinated G20 water engagements and helped establish key institutional mechanisms, including Professor Chairs, Key Resource Centres, and the Rural WASH Partners Forum. Led national-level capacity-building initiatives for state teams, experts, and sector partners on rural WASH and water quality management. Spearheaded knowledge and innovation efforts by conceptualizing a Virtual Museum on Water, facilitating technology demonstrations, and engaging with startups and IoT providers. Developed handbooks, fact sheets, and survey reports to strengthen technical knowledge under the Jal Jeevan Mission. Designed and executed IEC strategies, social media campaigns, and large-scale outreach events, while leading editorial content for Jal Jeevan Samvad. Drafted policy briefs, press releases, and strategic communication materials to support stakeholder engagement. Also led Mission LiFE initiatives on sustainable water use and water conservation, contributing to national and global sustainability goals.
State WASH Consultant
UNICEF / SAMS Pvt Ltd
Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
03.2019 - 02.2022
- Worked under the guidance of the Principal Secretary, PR Department, and MD, Swachha Andhra Corporation, Government of Andhra Pradesh, providing strategic leadership across major WASH programs, including SBM-Gramin, SBM-Urban, Jal Jeevan Mission, Swajal, and WASH in Schools. Managed and delivered eight UNICEF-supported projects, developed state-level policies, frameworks, and IEC/SBCC strategies for ODF Plus, SWM, FSSM, and Greywater Management. Led capacity building, stakeholder mapping, and institutional development across urban-rural convergence. Played a key role in CLAP, Swachh Survekshan, branding, and urban communication strategies. Designed and implemented Project Implementation Plans under Swajal and community-based water systems under JJM, while strengthening water quality monitoring and stakeholder training. Spearheaded school and AWC WASH programs, facilitated MHM and hygiene behavior change, and led state-level COVID-19 and DRR responses by training over 120,000 stakeholders and distributing hygiene kits. Fostered convergence with multiple departments, engaged youth through innovation boot camps, and leveraged CSR and multilateral partnerships to scale impact across the state.
District WASH Coordinator- Sanitation & Hygiene
UNICEF / SAMS Pvt Ltd
Rayagada District, Odisha
02.2018 - 12.2018
- Led the implementation of WASH programs in Rayagada District, Odisha, focusing on SBM-Gramin, SBSV, WiNS, and NRDWP initiatives. Developed and executed communication strategies, community outreach, and monitoring mechanisms to ensure successful ODF outcomes. Policy advice, guidelines, and project management framework for the WASH program, WASH in Institutions (Health/School/AWC) program, DRR.
Regional WASH Coordinator
UNICEF / SAMS Pvt Ltd
Boudh District
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Led the WASH Programme in Boudh and Sonepur Districts, Odisha, focusing on ODF sustainability, community outreach, and training on CLTS and SBSV. Developed and implemented communication strategies on WASH, leading to the demonstration of 32 GPs as ODF. Provided managerial and monitoring support for district ODF initiatives, WASH in Institutions (Health/School/AWC) program.
Regional Programme Coordinator-Sanitation & Hygiene
UNICEF / SPC Management Pvt Ltd
Boudh District, Odisha
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Led the WASH Programme in Boudh and Sonepur Districts, Odisha, implementing ODF sustainability plans and community outreach, IEC & CB, and CLTS strategies. Developed and implemented SBCC tools for massive toilet construction, increasing awareness and ODF status in the districts.
District level Consultant-IEC & HRD
Odisha Water & Sanitation Mission, PR & DW Dept, Govt. of Odisha
Jajpur/Puri District
03.2013 - 09.2015
- Strengthened NBA/SBM-G/NRDWP Programme in Jajpur/Puri district, Odisha through ODF plan implementation. Led procurement processes including technical bidding/validation, IEC & CB, CLTS, Institutional Building, and strengthening for program success. Managed online MIS for NBA/SBM-Gramin/NRDWP programs, ensuring efficient data management.
Cluster Coordinator
United Artists' Association
Puri District
04.2012 - 03.2013
- Led sanitation intervention in Puri district, Odisha, overseeing needs assessment, reporting, and documentation of best practices. Facilitated a visit for 9 British MPs to a model Village on Sanitation supported by DFID. Successfully installed 23 Sanitary Marts and constructed around 22000 toilets, leading to 16 GPs being declared as Nirmal Gram Panchayat.
Communication & Advocacy Officer
SNDAYP
Puri District
10.2009 - 03.2012
- Conducted needs assessments and situational analysis for WASH initiatives, livelihood, and empowerment of People with disabilities in Puri District. Established partnerships with resource agencies and government departments for capacity-building activities, and bank linkage. Construction of toilets in PWD families, leading to total sanitation campaigning achievements.
Cluster Coordinator-IEC
SAMPARKA
Ganjam District
09.2007 - 08.2009
- Conducted needs assessments and situational analysis for WASH initiatives in 20 GPs. Established partnerships with resource agencies and government departments for capacity-building activities. Successfully installed 20 WSHG Sanitary Marts in NGPs, leading to total sanitation campaigning achievements.
Campaign Officer
United Artists' Association
Ganjam District
04.2006 - 03.2007
- Developed eco-friendly Indigenous markets for marine resources in Odisha to promote sustainable harvesting. Conducted periodic assessments of sea turtle (Olive Ridley) conservation, marine fishing, and mangrove restoration measures to ensure effectiveness. Advocated against polluting activities and environmentally unsustainable development practices and liaised with the State Government, NGOs, fishing communities, and policy-level institutions to achieve conservation objectives and alternate livelihood mechanisms for fishing communities. Strengthen the fisherwomen federation 'SAMUDRAM' and create livelihood mechanisms across the Odisha coast. Published newsletters, knowledge products, etc. Workshops, and consultation meetings with Govt/Private/National/International Stakeholders.
Education
Master in Public Health -
Asian Institute of Public Health(Utkal University)
Odisha07-2018
LLB -
Lingaraj Law College(Berhampur University)
Odisha07-2010
M.A - Mass Communication
Berhampur University
Odisha07-2005
MSc - Oceanography, Remote Sensing & GIS
Berhampur University
Odisha07-2002
BSc - Chemistry Hons
Ganjam College, Ganjam(Berhampur University)
Ganjam, Odisha07-2000
Skills
- Project planning and management
- Policy writing and analysis
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Data management and visualization
- Documentation
- Communication strategy
- Information, education, and communication (IEC), and SBC
- Capacity building
- Government and corporate relations
- Partnership, alliance building, and networking
- Social media management
- Campaigns and event management
- Environmental impact assessment (EIA)
- Statistical analysis software (SPSS, STATA, R)
- Geographic information systems (GIS)
- Internet of Things (IoT), MS-Office, emerging technologies
Training Certification Short Term Courses
- Internship, News Division Intern, Doordarshan, Bhubaneswar, Odisha for fulfillment of an MA (Mass Communication) degree
- Internship at the National Remote Sensing Agency (NRSA) in Hyderabad for fulfillment of an MSc in Oceanography degree
- Human rights investigation and fact-finding techniques
- The Right to Information (RTI) Act
- Communication material production and development of district-specific communication plans
- Online global training program on fecal sludge management in rural areas
- Online water quality management course, drinking water quality: issues and challenges
- Social and behavior change communication (SBCC) training on disaster risk reduction (DRR) and WASH
- WASH assessment of health facilities
- Aquifer mapping on the coast and islands of India
- IoT sensor-based measurement and monitoring of rural water supply systems
- Zero waste management in solid waste management (SWM)
- Sujal, and Swachh Gaon training program for field trainers
- Participatory rural appraisal (PRA) and community-led total sanitation (CLTS)
Publication
- · "Mother's Knowledge and Practice Regarding the Prevention and Management of Diarrhea Among Children in Odisha", International Journal of Engineering Applied Science and Technology (IJEAST), Vol. 4, Issue 4, ISSN 2455-2143, Pages 94–99.
- "Oceanography: An Adventurous Path to Success", The Employment News, March 22–28, 2004.
- "Remote Sensing and GIS: Career and Opportunities", Published in The Employment News, October 23–29, 2004.
- "Sea Turtles and Their Conservation in India,” The Manuj Features, July 23, 2004.
- "Lifestyle for Environment (LIFE) Actions in Jal Jeevan Mission", Jal Jeevan Samvad, Pages 9–10, January 28, 2023 edition.
- "FSTP Provides Livelihood Opportunities for Transgender Persons in Odisha", SBM Gramin Blog (sbmgramin.wordpress.com).
Network
Built and sustained a strong network of youth volunteers, civil society organizations, fisherfolk communities, farmers, tribal groups, folk artists, and key opinion leaders across India, maintained strategic relationships with legislators, state ministers, the Chief Minister’s Office, district collectors, government departments, media, multilateral agencies, think tanks, academic institutions, and innovators across Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, as well as key Central Government departments and agencies
Certification
- Represented Odisha as an NCC cadet in the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi in 1997 and earned the prestigious NCC 'C' certificate
Languages
- English, Hindi, Odia, Telugu
DISCLAIMER
- I, the undersigned, certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, this CV correctly describes me, my qualifications, and my experience
Timeline
Project Co-Lead
UNICEF / NITCON Ltd
04.2023 - 09.2024
Technical Consultant
UNICEF / SAMS Pvt Ltd
02.2022 - 02.2023
State WASH Consultant
UNICEF / SAMS Pvt Ltd
03.2019 - 02.2022
District WASH Coordinator- Sanitation & Hygiene
UNICEF / SAMS Pvt Ltd
02.2018 - 12.2018
Regional WASH Coordinator
UNICEF / SAMS Pvt Ltd
01.2017 - 12.2017
Regional Programme Coordinator-Sanitation & Hygiene
UNICEF / SPC Management Pvt Ltd
09.2015 - 12.2016
District level Consultant-IEC & HRD
Odisha Water & Sanitation Mission, PR & DW Dept, Govt. of Odisha
03.2013 - 09.2015
Cluster Coordinator
United Artists' Association
04.2012 - 03.2013
Communication & Advocacy Officer
SNDAYP
10.2009 - 03.2012
Cluster Coordinator-IEC
SAMPARKA
09.2007 - 08.2009
Campaign Officer
United Artists' Association
04.2006 - 03.2007
Master in Public Health -
Asian Institute of Public Health(Utkal University)
LLB -
Lingaraj Law College(Berhampur University)
M.A - Mass Communication
Berhampur University
MSc - Oceanography, Remote Sensing & GIS
Berhampur University
BSc - Chemistry Hons
Ganjam College, Ganjam(Berhampur University)
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