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Results-driven Development Professional with over 9+ years of experience leading large-scale public health, CSR, and community development initiatives in partnership with government agencies, NGOs, and corporate stakeholders. Expertise in end-to-end program management, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, grant and partnership management, capacity building, monitoring & evaluation, and CSR compliance reporting. Proven track record of leading state-wide initiatives, strengthening institutional systems, managing cross-functional teams, developing technical frameworks, and delivering measurable social impact.

Skilled in preparing project proposals, donor and CSR reports, impact assessments, and driving evidence-based decision-making to achieve organizational and program objectives.

Training Coordinator - Consultant (Program Leadership & Capacity Strengthening) - IICARE Foundation (NHM - ASHA Excellence Center) - Mumbai, Maharashtra

(2024-05)

• Designed, revised, and standardized competency-based training modules, ensuring alignment with National Health Mission (NHM) guidelines and program objectives for enhanced healthcare service delivery.
• Led state-wide capacity-building initiatives, training over 9,000+ healthcare professionals, ASHA workers, and government officials across 34 districts of Maharashtra, significantly strengthening service delivery and digital adoption.
• Developed learner-centric training content utilizing adult learning methodologies, resulting in improved participant engagement, knowledge retention, and a 20% increase in training effectiveness.
• Planned and managed annual training calendars, ensuring timely execution of Training of Trainers (ToT), refresher trainings, and district-level capacity-building programs, optimizing resource allocation.
• Established robust quality assurance and evaluation frameworks, leveraging participant feedback and training assessments to drive continuous improvement and enhance learning outcomes.
• Coordinated seamlessly with government departments, medical institutions, training partners, and NGOs to ensure the successful and efficient implementation of state-wide training initiatives.
• Managed end-to-end training operations, including planning, logistics, stakeholder coordination, budgeting support, and resource optimization, consistently delivering programs on schedule.
• Developed and maintained centralized training databases, dashboards, and MIS reports, enabling data-driven decision-making and effective program monitoring improvement in reporting accuracy.
• Prepared comprehensive technical reports, project progress reports, impact assessments, and documentation for government departments, donors, and senior leadership, ensuring clear communication of program achievements.
• Developed and submitted CSR project proposals, utilization reports, compliance documentation, and impact reports aligned with CSR requirements, effectively demonstrating program outcomes and social impact to corporate partners.
• Documented key performance indicators (KPIs), success stories, case studies, and lessons learned, strengthening evidence-based reporting and fostering organizational learning.
• Served as the primary liaison between government agencies, CSR partners, NGOs, healthcare institutions, and community stakeholders, fostering strategic partnerships and ensuring successful implementation of capacity-building initiatives across Maharashtra.
• Facilitated cross-sector livelihood initiatives by fostering institutional convergence, directly supporting Self-Help Group (SHG) women in their economic empowerment and increasing their collective income by an average of 75%.

Specialist - Care & Support (Program Operations & Survivor Rehabilitation) - Vihaan Project - WMS

(2023-12 - 2024-05)

• Coordinated comprehensive aftercare, rehabilitation, and reintegration services for survivors through effective multi-agency collaboration, ensuring holistic support and improved long-term outcomes.
• Delivered structured life-skills and vocational readiness programs designed to significantly improve long-term outcomes for program participants, with a 75% increase in successful reintegration rates.
• Managed Management Information Systems (MIS), provided crucial support for financial tracking, and meticulously prepared donor and grant documentation, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Recognized with the "Ultimate Team Player" award for exceptional coordination and demonstrated operational excellence in managing complex survivor support programs.

Project Coordinator - Youth Employability & Partnerships - Plan International (India Chapter), Pune - Pune

(2023-04 - 2023-11)

• Successfully implemented youth employability and life-skills programs, reaching over 900 adolescents with a strong emphasis on gender equity and a 30% increase in skill acquisition.
• Cultivated strategic education-industry partnerships to build robust training-to-employment pathways, enhancing career opportunities for youth and achieving a 40% placement rate.
• Provided essential support to career counseling centers, organized job fairs, and facilitated placement drives, connecting youth with meaningful employment opportunities.
• Analyzed MIS data and outcome indicators to provide data-driven insights for informed program decision-making and continuous improvement, leading to a 10% enhancement in program efficiency.
• Oversaw and managed a portfolio of 7 grassroots projects focused on youth development and empowerment, ensuring effective implementation and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Spearheaded employee engagement activities specifically designed for students, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment that improved participant retention by 15%.
• Delivered impactful trainings in communication skills, promotional skills, and project management, equipping youth with essential professional competencies and improving their marketability.
• Designed and facilitated Communication, Behavioral & Leadership Workshops, enhancing participants' soft skills and leadership potential, resulting in a 50% improvement in leadership confidence.
• Incorporated Experiential Learning methodologies, including role-playing, to deepen understanding and skill acquisition, leading to a 35% increase in practical skill application.

Senior Program Coordinator - CHILDLINE India Foundation, Mumbai - Mumbai

(2016-02 - 2023-04)

• Provided comprehensive programmatic and financial oversight to 17 partner organizations across Madhya Pradesh, ensuring efficient resource utilization and successful program delivery, exceeding targets.
• Managed complex child protection cases, overseeing rescue operations, disbursement processes, and utilization reviews to ensure child welfare and adherence to legal frameworks.
• Strengthened coordination and collaboration with key stakeholders including Child Welfare Committees (CWCs), Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs), Police, and District Child Protection Units, improving case management efficiency.
• Conducted thorough partner due diligence, financial reviews, and impact assessments to ensure compliance and program effectiveness, reducing compliance risks.
• Institutionalized learning and capacity building through robust documentation, regular reviews, and structured training programs for partners, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Administered the full grant management cycle, encompassing proposal appraisal, budgeting, fund disbursement, and meticulous utilization review, ensuring financial integrity and accountability.

Operations Trainee - Skill Development & Community Engagement - Kherwadi Social Welfare Association, Yavatma - Yavatmal

(2015-07 - 2016-01)

• Executed skill development and placement initiatives under the Yuvaparivartan Programme, contributing to enhanced youth employability and successful program outcomes.
• Engaged actively with community stakeholders to enhance program sustainability and promote youth participation in development initiatives, fostering stronger community ownership.

Freelancer - American India Foundation - Baramati, Maharashtra

(2026-02 - 2026-03)

• Developed and delivered a training program on Cervical Cancer Prevention, Screening & Referral, successfully creating awareness among 130 adolescent girls and promoting early detection.

Bachelor In Law - Law - Rashtrasant Tukdoji Maharaj Nagpur University (2010)

Master In Law (LLM) - Law - Rashtrasant Tukdoji Maharaj Nagpur University (2012)

Master in Social Work - Rural development - Tata Institute of Social Science (2015)