Rohini Roy

Development professional and Chingaari Fellow with 12+ years of experience leading multi-state programmes across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha and Chhattisgarh. Experienced in donor-funded programme management, government convergence, education systems strengthening, nutrition, gender, livelihoods, partnerships and monitoring. Demonstrated success in working with district administrations, line departments, NGOs and community institutions to deliver sustainable development outcomes.

Program & Partnership Manager - Rise Against Hunger India - Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand

(2025-12 - 2026-05)

Leading multi-state donor-funded programs across Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, and Jharkhand to strengthen nutrition security, sustainable livelihoods, maternal and child health, and community resilience among tribal and vulnerable populations through strategic partnerships, government convergence, and evidence-based programme management.

• Lead the end-to-end management of multiple donor-funded programs across four states, overseeing programme planning, implementation, budgeting, compliance, monitoring, partner management, and donor reporting while ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and donor expectations.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of integrated programmes focused on maternal and child nutrition, food security, climate-resilient agriculture, women's economic empowerment, tribal livelihoods, and community development, delivering interventions in some of India's most underserved geographies.
• Strengthen convergence with District Administrations and line departments including Health, ICDS, Agriculture, Rural Development, Tribal Welfare, Panchayati Raj, and local governance institutions to improve service delivery, programme ownership, and long-term sustainability.
• Spearheaded implementation of the "Nourish the Future" initiative, reaching more than 3,000 pregnant women and young children through community-based nutrition interventions, improving access to nutrition services and promoting healthier maternal and child health practices.
• Supported implementation of the AgroSafe Project, promoting climate-smart agriculture, vegetable cultivation, fisheries, and livelihood diversification among smallholder and tribal farmers, contributing to improved household income and resilience.
• Contributed to the SCALE SED Project in remote Bonda tribal communities by strengthening livelihood opportunities, community institutions, and socio-economic inclusion for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).
• Strengthened last-mile delivery systems by overseeing large-scale fortified meal packaging and distribution mechanisms, ensuring timely delivery of nutritious food to vulnerable mothers, children, and communities while maintaining operational efficiency and quality standards.
• Led Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) processes through field monitoring, data quality assurance, programme reviews, documentation of best practices, and development of evidence-based reports that informed programme improvements and donor decision-making.
• Built and nurtured strategic partnerships with local NGOs, community-based organizations, SHGs, frontline workers, corporate partners, and community leaders, strengthening programme outreach, implementation quality, and institutional sustainability.
• Facilitated capacity-building programmes for volunteers, and field teams on programme implementation, community mobilization, nutrition counselling, livelihood promotion, safeguarding, and monitoring systems, enabling consistent programme quality across multiple states.
• Represented the organization during donor visits, government review meetings, and Management meetings, presenting programme progress, documenting impact, and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders.
• Documented programme innovations, success stories, and learning products to improve organizational knowledge management, support donor visibility, and showcase programme impact.

Program Manager - Piramal Foundation (Aspirational Bharat Collaborative) - Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh

(2024-01 - 2025-11)

Led multi-sectoral development programmes in the Aspirational District of Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, driving government convergence, Panchayat-led governance, education system strengthening, health and nutrition interventions, and institutional capacity building. Worked closely with district administration and line departments to improve last-mile service delivery and accelerate progress against NITI Aayog's Aspirational District indicators.

• Led strategic implementation of Panchayat-led development initiatives across 40 Gram Panchayats, strengthening decentralized governance, community ownership, and participatory planning through the Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP) process and formation of Gram Panchayat Planning Facilitation Teams (GPPFTs).
• Established strong convergence with the District Magistrate, Chief Development Officer (CDO), District Panchayati Raj Officer (DPRO), District Programme Officer (ICDS), Chief Medical Officer, Education Department, and other district functionaries to strengthen implementation of government flagship programmes and improve institutional coordination.
• Led implementation of a donor-supported Demonstration School Programme across 100 government schools, promoting child-centered learning environments aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) and Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) priorities through BaLA, Bal Sansad, functional libraries, morning assemblies, and strengthened School Management Committees.
• Supported district and block administrations in improving key health and nutrition indicators through strategic convergence with Health and ICDS departments, facilitating interdepartmental coordination, evidence-based planning, and strengthened last-mile delivery of essential services.
• Designed and facilitated community mobilization campaigns under Sampoornta Abhiyan, strengthening awareness around maternal and child health, nutrition, and preventive healthcare while supporting district-wide initiatives aligned with NITI Aayog's Aspirational District Programme.
• Led transformation of Anganwadi Centers into print-rich, child-friendly learning environments through the Building as Learning Aid (BaLA) approach, strengthening early childhood education and improving learning readiness among young children.
• Strengthened the capacity of ASHAs, ANMs, Anganwadi Workers, Panchayat representatives, teachers, and frontline government functionaries through structured training programmes on health, nutrition, early childhood development, FLN, community participation, and convergence mechanisms.
• Facilitated effective implementation of Village Health, Sanitation and Nutrition Days (VHSNDs) and Poshan Pakhwada, improving community participation, awareness, and access to maternal and child health services.
• Mobilized communities, School Management Committees, Panchayats, women leaders, and local institutions to strengthen citizen participation, improve accountability, and enhance ownership of education, health, and nutrition programmes across intervention blocks.
• Planned, monitored, and reviewed programme implementation through regular field visits, stakeholder consultations, district review meetings, data analysis, and documentation of programme learnings, enabling adaptive management and continuous programme improvement.
• Represented the organization in district-level review meetings, government consultations, donor engagements, and multi-stakeholder forums, strengthening institutional partnerships and positioning Piramal Foundation as a trusted technical partner to district administration.

Senior Program Associate - Room to Read India - Chhattisgarh

(2018-07 - 2024-01)

Led implementation of the Girls' Education Programme across multiple districts of Chhattisgarh, working in close partnership with government departments, schools, communities, and development stakeholders to improve girls' education, life skills, gender equality, and school retention. Spearheaded innovative learning initiatives, strengthened institutional capacity, and promoted adolescent leadership through community-based interventions and systems strengthening.

• Led end-to-end implementation of the Girls' Education Programme across multiple districts, ensuring effective programme planning, implementation, monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and quality delivery to improve educational outcomes and life opportunities for adolescent girls.
• Built strong partnerships with the Education Department, Police, Judiciary, Health Department, Child Welfare Committees (CWC), Panchayati Raj Institutions, school leadership, and district administration to strengthen referral systems, child protection mechanisms, and coordinated support for girls at risk.
• Designed and facilitated large-scale capacity-building programmes for teachers, principals, wardens, Cluster Academic Coordinators (CACs), Block Education Officers (BEOs), and government functionaries, strengthening institutional capacity to integrate life skills, gender-responsive pedagogy, safeguarding, and adolescent development into government school systems.
• Played a key role in developing grade-wise life skills curricula and innovative digital learning resources, including audio-visual modules, podcasts, flipbooks, gamified learning materials, and e-learning content to ensure continuity of learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Led community mobilisation campaigns through life skills melas, rallies, street theatre (Nukkad Nataks), puppet shows, awareness drives, and community engagement initiatives, strengthening public awareness around girls' education, child rights, gender equality, and adolescent empowerment.
• Strengthened school-community partnerships by engaging parents, School Management Committees, Panchayats, frontline workers, and community leaders to improve girls' enrolment, retention, participation, and transition into higher education.
• Coordinated multi-sectoral referral mechanisms for vulnerable adolescent girls by facilitating collaboration among education authorities, Child Welfare Committees, Police, Health Departments, Legal Services Authorities, and community institutions, ensuring timely support and protection services.
• Led planning, implementation, and monitoring of programme activities and budgets across intervention districts, ensuring timely delivery, efficient resource utilization, and adherence to organizational quality standards.
• Facilitated workshops and gender sensitisation programmes for teachers, wardens, government officials, and community stakeholders on gender equality, life skills, child rights, adolescent health, communication, safeguarding, and positive social norms, strengthening institutional capacity to support adolescent girls.
• Contributed to state-level education reforms by supporting initiatives with SCERT on 21st Century Skills, communication, gender-responsive education, and inclusive learning resources, strengthening integration of life skills within the broader education ecosystem.
• Served as the State Communication Point Person, leading programme documentation, strategic storytelling, photography, videography, and media coordination to enhance programme visibility, donor engagement, and knowledge sharing across the organization.
• Coordinated production of a Coffee Table Book documenting inspiring stories of women leaders and programme impact, working closely with national teams, government departments, photographers, videographers, and community stakeholders to showcase transformative change.
• Supported several national and state-level literacy and community engagement campaigns including Kitabo Wala Daakia, Bullock Cart Library, Jeevan Kaushal Gadi, and Pustakalaya Tohar Dwar, promoting reading culture, community participation, and equitable access to learning resources.

Program Associate - Azim Premji Foundation

(2016-07 - 2017-09)

• Mentored teachers and supported classroom improvement in government schools.
• Collaborated with district and block education officials for academic planning and teacher development.

Consultant - Chuppi Todo Campaign

(2013 - 2014)

• Implemented child rights and gender awareness campaigns through community mobilization and stakeholder engagement.

Social Science Teacher - CBSE School

(2014 - 2015)

• Taught Social Science using activity-based pedagogy and student-centred learning approaches.

MBA / PG Diploma in Management - Management - Amity University (2023)

M.A. - Social Work - IGNOU (2025)

M.A. - Broadcast Journalism - Makhanlal Chaturvedi University (2013)

M.A. - History - IGNOU (2020)

M.A. - Political Science - University of Rajasthan (2010)

B.A. - Arts with Computer Applications - Banasthali Vidyapith & Kanoria College (2008)