Sadashiv Malakar

Dynamic and result-oriented Project Coordinator with over 11 years of cross-functional experience across Environmental Restoration, Development Sector, Governance, and Infrastructure Development. Proven track record in managing multi-stakeholder government programs (funded by MoEF&CC, NITI Aayog, NABARD, SELCO, and JICA) with project portfolios valued up to ₹5 Crore. Expertise in preparing comprehensive proposals, managing operational budgets, conducting third-party M&E evaluations, and delivering technical research reports.

Project Coordinator at Society for Resource Planning, Development, and Research (SRPDR) (2021 – 2026-08)

• Directed end-to-end management of forest ecosystem restoration, biodiversity, and sustainable energy projects funded by premier bodies including MoEF&CC, MPSBB, MP Forest Dept (CAMPA), TNC-TERI, NABARD, ILRT-JICA, and SELCO Foundation across portfolios ranging from ₹2 Lakh to ₹1.67 Crore.
• Developed and submitted over 20 comprehensive project proposals and authored 12 high-impact technical project reports ensuring full institutional and legal compliance.
• Led field research and value chain studies on NTFPs (Non-Timber Forest Products) and Spices across multiple districts in Meghalaya for SELCO Foundation, boosting livelihood strategy frameworks.
• Executed Third-Party Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) for major MoEF&CC schemes (e.g., FTCB, CoP) and MP-CAMPA initiatives across FY 2020-21, 21-22, and 22-23.
• Managed day-to-day project operations, supervised multidisciplinary field staff, oversaw financial budgeting, and drafted competitive government tenders.

Technical Assistant (Part-Time Consultancy) at Forest Environment and Climate Change Management Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. (FECCM) (2022 – 2024)

• Provided high-level technical advisory support to Executive Director / EIA Coordinator for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects.
• Managed core project documentation, data tracking, surveillance assessment, and compliance reporting for sustainable forestry and natural resource management programs.

Gandhi Fellow at Piramal Foundation for Education Leadership (NITI Aayog Aspirational District Program) (2019 – 2021)

• Spearheaded grassroots intervention across 8 key NITI Aayog education indicators in 36 demonstration schools, driving quality improvements and community participation.
• Mobilized 50+ local volunteers to conduct large-scale ASER assessments, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan campaigns, and critical COVID-19 health support drives.
• Designed and facilitated leadership and capacity-building workshops for school headmasters, district officers, and block-level education officials.

Office Manager & Project Assistant at L N Malviya Infra Projects Group Pvt. Ltd. (2015 – 2019)

• Provided operational and managerial oversight for major consultancy services on state road infrastructure projects for MPPWD and MPRDC (project values ranging between ₹2 Crore to ₹5 Crore).
• Streamlined office administration, vendor management, vehicle fleet logistics, and monthly budget allocations to optimize expenditure.
• Assisted in end-to-end recruitment, staff onboarding, vendor invoice auditing, and senior leadership schedule coordination.

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering – RGPV University, Bhopal (2011 – 2015)