Summary

High-performing and motivated project-management executive with comprehensive experience in non-profit and foundation administration. Proven ability to revitalize productive programs, identify and eliminate unproductive programs, conceive and implement new programs, and raise needed funds. A skilled strategist who transforms strategic plans into workable solutions. With over 20 years of experience in NGO Partnership Management and Capacity Building, Program and project Management, Planning and Implementation, Networking and effective Liasoning Advocacy with Govt. and non govt. stakeholders, Monitoring and Supportive Supervision and Leading and managing cross-cultural teams in multiple locations. Deep interest in humanitarian and development issues especially those related to indigenous communities.

Professional Experience

• State Managermar-2013 - dec-2016

  Kusuma Foundation, Sambalpur, Odisha

  State Manager- is solely responsible for coordinating the overall planning, management of the Kusuma Foundation’s programs in Odisha. Manage the State Kusuma team and all consultants, in conjunction with the Country Leader, to ensure high quality and on-time implementation of assigned projects and research. Accountable for successful implementation of all programes in the State and their outcomes to ensure full accountability for program quality and financial transparency. Plan, manage and directly provide technical and managerial inputs to Partner NGOs - directly through programe consultants and districtState resource groups. Lead Government Liaison, approval and resource deployment for the project. Provide feedback and contribute to Foundation’s policy and strategy development, with specific emphasis on operational development issues relevant to the state.

Volunteering Experience

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Awards & Certifications

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