Veerpal Kaur Virk
ACADEMIC • EXTENSION • RESEARCH • ADMINISTRATION PROFESSIONAL
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About
A seasoned academic and extension professional with over 23 years of experience in teaching, research, project management, administration, extension, and event management. Specialized in Home Science, women empowerment, agriculture extension, and community development. Proven expertise in developing training modules, publishing research, coordinating with government and non-government bodies, and delivering impactful academic and social initiatives.
Experience
Office / Admin Coordinator - Shri Guru Gobind Singh Public High School - Balluana
(2026-02)
- Looking after routine office/administrative work of the school and data management of portals and school.
Visit to Canada (Family Visit) - Personal - Canada
(2023-04 - 2025-04)
- Spent time with family and friends while maintaining professional networks and engagement with academic communities.
Assistant Professor - Mata Sahib Kaur Girls College - Talwandi Sabo
(2018 - 2023)
- Teaching Home Science (theory and practical labs).
- Conducting extension activities such as self-help groups and women empowerment programs.
Project Manager - Volunteer for Social Justice (NGO) - Bathinda
(2017-01 - 2018-12)
- Prepared and executed project implementation plans, budgeting and documentation.
- Collected and analyzed data for reporting.
- Coordinated with Government officials and senior managers for NGO program implementation.
- Monitored project progress, handled on-site issues, and supervised training of staff.
Extension Assistant Scientist - Regional Research Station, PAU - Ballachaur
(2015-01 - 2017-12)
- Planned and conducted farmer trainings, Kisan Melas and review meetings.
- Liaised with officials, prepared reports and supervised extension trials.
- Published and distributed research materials and modules.
Research Associate - GADVASU NAIP-ICAR Project - Ludhiana
(2011-01 - 2014-12)
- Managed sustainable farming research and development activities.
- Prepared research publications, daily MIS reports and technical manuals.
- Conducted budgeting and coordinated with research teams.
Lecturer - Mata Sahib Kaur Girls College - Talwandi Sabo
(2010-01 - 2011-12)
- Delivered lectures in Home Science and guided academic activities.
Senior Instructor - Child Welfare Council Punjab - Ludhiana
(2007-01 - 2009-12)
- Supervised Anganwadi training centers.
- Developed policies and ensured compliance with Child Welfare services.
- Organized training and evaluation for staff.
Full-time Mother & Homemaker - Personal
(2005-01 - 2007-12)
Dedicated this period to family responsibilities and child upbringing, while continuing personal development and community involvement.
Senior Research Fellow - Department of Extension Education, PAU - Ludhiana
(2001-01 - 2005-12)
- Executed extension projects, research publications and project documentation.
- Organized trainings and collaborated on module testing and evaluation.
Lecturer - Guru Nanak Girls College - Mullanpur
(1999-01 - 2001-12)
- Taught Home Science and coordinated extension activities.
Research Fellow - Department of Home Science Extension, PAU - Ludhiana
(1997-01 - 1999-12)
- Supported planning and execution of research projects.
- Supervised field trials, documentation and publications.
Education
B.Ed. - Education - Punjab Agricultural University (2006)
M.Sc. - Home Science Extension Education - Punjab Agricultural University (1996)
B.Sc. - Home Science - College of Home Science, Kaoni (1993)
