Bimol Bhetwal

Executive Leadership | Organizational Management | Strategic Planning | Resource Mobilization | Programme Leadership | Partnership Development | Organizational Growth

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Senior development executive with more than fifteen years of progressive leadership experience providing strategic direction, organizational management, program leadership, resource mobilization and institutional strengthening across national, regional and international development organizations in Nepal and South Asia. Proven track record of leading organizational growth, developing strategic plans, strengthening governance systems, managing complex development programs, cultivating strategic partnerships, and mobilizing institutional resources to deliver sustainable, community-led development outcomes.

Throughout my career with Future Rights, ChildFund Japan, GSIF Nepal and ECPAT International, I have successfully led multidisciplinary teams, guided program strategy, strengthened organizational systems, developed high-quality funding proposals, built long-term partnerships with government, donors and civil society, and represented organizations in national, regional and international forums. My experience spans child protection, education, youth empowerment, safeguarding, community development, organizational strengthening and policy engagement, underpinned by a strong commitment to accountability, integrity and results.

Having spent much of my career supporting regional and international organizations, I am now intentionally seeking a long-term executive leadership opportunity within a values-driven Nepali organization where I can contribute my experience to strengthening institutional capacity, mentoring teams, diversifying funding, expanding strategic partnerships and supporting locally led development. I am particularly inspired by organizations committed to holistic community transformation, community empowerment, justice, integrity and servant leadership, and I look forward to contributing these values through collaborative leadership and sustainable organizational growth.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic Leadership & Governance

 Strategic Planning and Organizational Strategy

 Governance and Board Support

 Organizational Development

 Policy Development and Institutional Strengthening

 Change Leadership

 Decision-Making and Problem Solving

Executive Management

 Program and Portfolio Management

 Financial Oversight and Budget Management

 Compliance, Risk Management and Accountability

 Human Resource Leadership

 Performance Management

 Cross-functional Team Leadership

 Organizational Systems

Resource Mobilization & Partnerships

 Institutional Fundraising and Grant Strategy

 Proposal and Concept Note Development

 Donor Engagement and Stewardship

 Strategic Partnership Development

 Government and Development Partner Relations

 Corporate and CSR Engagement

 Networks & Consortiums

 Resource Diversification Program Quality & Organizational Learning

 Program Design and Theory of Change

 Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)

 Safeguarding and Protection

 Capacity Strengthening

 Knowledge Management

 Adaptive Programming

Communication & Representation

 Executive Representation

 High-Level Stakeholder Engagement

 Public Speaking and Facilitation

 Negotiation and Relationship Building

 Technical Writing and Reporting

 Cross-Cultural Communication

 Advocacy

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Program Development Consultant/Nepal Representative | Future Rights | November 2024 – Present

Role Summary

Provide strategic leadership for Future Rights' engagement in Nepal by leading organizational positioning, partnership development, program design, institutional fundraising and stakeholder engagement. Advise organizational leadership on strategic growth opportunities while strengthening partnerships with government, civil society, development partners and community-based organizations to advance child rights, social justice and locally led development.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Organizational Development

 Lead Future Rights' strategic engagement and organizational positioning in Nepal, identifying opportunities for program growth, institutional strengthening and long-term sustainability.

 Advise senior leadership on strategic priorities, partnership opportunities and contextual developments to inform organizational decision-making and program expansion.

 Support organizational strategy, adaptive programming and institutional learning to strengthen program effectiveness and long-term impact.

Resource Mobilization & Partnership Development

 Lead donor intelligence, funding opportunity identification and resource mobilization initiatives with institutional donors, foundations and development partners.

 Develop competitive concept notes, grant proposals, technical submissions and program strategies aligned with donor priorities and organizational objectives.

 Establish and strengthen strategic partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, INGOs, academic institutions and community-based organizations to expand collaboration and program reach.

 Support the diversification of funding sources and strategic partnerships to enhance organizational sustainability and long-term growth.

Program Leadership & Quality

 Lead collaborative program design processes, including needs assessments, Theory of Change development, logical frameworks, implementation strategies and results measurement.

 Ensure program design reflects evidence, community priorities, safeguarding principles, inclusion and adaptive management.

 Promote knowledge generation, documentation and organizational learning through technical reports, evidence products and impact stories.

Representation & External Engagement

 Represent Future Rights in high-level consultations, policy dialogues, donor meetings, technical working groups and partnership forums, strengthening the organization's visibility and credibility.

 Build productive relationships with government institutions, development partners and civil society organizations to advance collaborative approaches to child rights and community development.

 Promote organizational values through professional representation, strategic communication and stakeholder engagement.

Program Director | ChildFund Japan | Nov 2021 – Oct 2024

Role Summary

Provided strategic and operational leadership for ChildFund Japan's country program in Nepal, overseeing program quality, organizational development, partnership management, resource mobilization and institutional accountability. Led multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-impact child protection, education and youth development programs while strengthening organizational systems, government collaboration, donor engagement and partner capacity to achieve sustainable and community-led development outcomes.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

Strategic Leadership & Organizational Management

 Provided strategic leadership for the planning, implementation and continuous improvement of multi-sector development programs, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, national policies and community needs.

 Contributed to organizational strategy, annual operational planning and adaptive program management, supporting institutional growth, innovation and long-term sustainability.

 Strengthened organizational systems, safeguarding practices, accountability mechanisms and risk management processes to enhance program quality and organizational effectiveness.

 Fostered a collaborative, values-driven organizational culture through coaching, mentoring and performance support to program staff and partner organizations.

Program Leadership & Institutional Strengthening

 Directed the implementation and quality assurance of programs in child protection, education, youth empowerment and community development, ensuring evidence-based and results-oriented delivery.

 Led program design and development processes, including needs assessments, Theory of Change, logical frameworks, implementation strategies and monitoring frameworks.

 Strengthened institutional capacity of local partners through technical guidance, organizational development support and continuous learning initiatives.

 Promoted organizational learning, innovation and adaptive management through evidence generation, documentation and knowledge sharing.

Resource Mobilization & Strategic Partnerships

 Led institutional fundraising initiatives by identifying funding opportunities and coordinating the development of high-quality grant proposals, concept notes, project budgets and donor submissions.

 Cultivated strategic partnerships with government agencies, bilateral and multilateral donors, NGOs, INGOs, United Nations agencies and community-based organizations to strengthen program effectiveness and organizational sustainability.

 Represented ChildFund Japan in government coordination mechanisms, donor consultations, technical working groups, sector networks and national forums, enhancing organizational visibility and strategic influence.

 Strengthened collaboration with local implementing partners to promote locally led development, shared accountability and sustainable program ownership.

Governance, Compliance & Accountability

 Ensured compliance with donor requirements, organizational policies, safeguarding standards and national regulatory frameworks while promoting transparency, accountability and ethical practice.

 Oversaw program reporting, grant management, documentation and financial accountability in close collaboration with program and finance teams.

 Supported organizational decision-making through program performance analysis, risk assessment and evidence-informed recommendations to senior leadership.

Program Development Adviser / Country Representative | GSIF Nepal (2015 – 2021)

Role Summary

Provided strategic leadership for GSIF Nepal's country program, leading organizational development, program expansion, institutional fundraising, partnership development and external representation. Worked closely with organizational leadership, government agencies, development partners and local organizations to strengthen institutional capacity, mobilize resources and develop sustainable community-based programs that advanced child rights, education, youth empowerment and organizational resilience.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

Strategic Leadership & Organizational Development

 Led long-term strategic planning, organizational development and program expansion initiatives that strengthened GSIF Nepal's institutional capacity and long-term sustainability.

 Guided program strategy by identifying emerging development priorities, assessing organizational opportunities and supporting adaptive program planning in response to changing contexts.

 Contributed to strengthening organizational governance, internal systems, policies and operational procedures to improve effectiveness, accountability and organizational performance.

 Supported senior leadership in organizational decision-making through strategic analysis, program reviews and evidence-based recommendations.

Program Leadership & Institutional Strengthening

 Directed the design and development of community-based programs through comprehensive needs assessments, Theory of Change development, logical frameworks, implementation planning and results frameworks.

 Strengthened program quality through evidence-informed planning, monitoring, organizational learning and adaptive management approaches.

 Led organizational capacity strengthening initiatives for staff and local partners in program design, proposal development, project management, safeguarding and organizational development.

 Facilitated knowledge sharing and continuous learning to improve program effectiveness and strengthen institutional performance.

Resource Mobilization & Strategic Partnerships

 Spearheaded institutional fundraising through donor mapping, funding opportunity analysis, proposal development, concept note preparation and grant applications to bilateral, multilateral and private donors.

 Established and strengthened strategic partnerships with government ministries, local governments, NGOs, INGOs, private sector organizations and community-based organizations to expand program reach and organizational influence.

 Built collaborative relationships with development partners to promote coordinated programming, shared learning and sustainable development outcomes.

 Supported business development initiatives that contributed to organizational growth, funding diversification and long-term sustainability.

Representation, Advocacy & External Engagement

 Represented GSIF Nepal in national coordination mechanisms, policy dialogues, donor consultations, technical working groups and development forums, strengthening organizational visibility and strategic partnerships.

 Promoted evidence-based advocacy through research, technical documentation and engagement with government and development stakeholders.

 Strengthened collaboration between government agencies, civil society organizations and development partners to advance child-focused and community-led development initiatives.

Governance, Compliance & Accountability

• Supported compliance with donor requirements, organizational policies and financial accountability standards while promoting transparency, ethical practice and effective risk management.
• Strengthened organizational systems for program reporting, documentation, monitoring and quality assurance to enhance institutional credibility and donor confidence.

Selected Executive Achievements

• Led strategic planning and program development initiatives that strengthened organizational capacity and positioned GSIF Nepal for sustainable institutional growth.
• Expanded strategic partnerships with government, civil society and development partners, enhancing organizational visibility and collaborative programming.
• Secured and developed competitive funding proposals that contributed to program expansion and diversified resource mobilization.
• Strengthened the capacity of staff and partner organizations in program management, organizational development and resource mobilization.
• Enhanced organizational learning and program quality through improved planning, documentation and evidence-based decision-making.

Regional Coordinator & Senior Roles | ECPAT International (2005 – 2015)

Role Summary

Provided regional leadership for multi-country programs across South Asia, strengthening strategic partnerships, regional collaboration, program quality and policy engagement to advance child protection and the prevention of child sexual exploitation. Coordinated regional initiatives involving governments, United Nations agencies, donors, civil society organizations and national partners while promoting organizational learning, institutional strengthening and evidence-based advocacy.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

Regional Leadership & Strategic Coordination

• Led the strategic coordination of regional programs across South Asia, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, regional strategies and international child protection frameworks.
• Facilitated collaboration among national partners, regional networks and international stakeholders to strengthen program coherence, organizational learning and collective impact.
• Supported organizational strategy through regional planning, contextual analysis and the identification of emerging priorities affecting children and vulnerable communities.
• Promoted cross-country learning and innovation to strengthen program effectiveness and organizational performance across the region.

Partnership Development & Institutional Growth

• Established and strengthened long-term partnerships with governments, United Nations agencies, international NGOs, donor organizations, regional networks and civil society organizations.
• Supported institutional fundraising through the preparation of regional grant proposals, concept notes, donor reports and technical submissions.
• Coordinated regional initiatives that strengthened organizational visibility, strategic influence and collaborative programming across South Asia.
• Contributed to organizational growth through strategic networking, partnership development and donor engagement.

Policy, Advocacy & External Representation

• Represented ECPAT International in regional and international conferences, policy dialogues, donor consultations, technical working groups and intergovernmental forums.
• Led regional advocacy initiatives that strengthened collaboration between governments, development partners and civil society organizations to advance child protection policies and systems.
• Conducted regional research, situation analyses and evidence generation to inform program design, policy advocacy and resource mobilization.
• Strengthened organizational credibility through high-level representation and strategic engagement with regional stakeholders.

Program Quality, Compliance & Organizational Learning

• Coordinated program monitoring, donor reporting, grant compliance and quality assurance across multi-country initiatives while ensuring accountability to funding partners.
• Organized regional consultations, capacity-building programs and technical workshops that strengthened institutional capacity among national partners.
• Mentored country teams and partner organizations in program management, organizational development, fundraising, reporting and partnership building.
• Promoted knowledge management and evidence-based learning to improve program quality and organizational effectiveness across the region.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING

Executive Leadership & Organizational Development

 Strategic Leadership and Organizational Management

 Governance and Board Development

 Change Management

 Organizational Capacity Strengthening

Program Leadership & Development

 Program Design and Management

 Results-Based Management

 Project Cycle Management

 Theory of Change

 Adaptive Programming

Resource Mobilization & Partnerships

 Institutional Fundraising

 Proposal Development and Grant Writing

 Strategic Partnership Development

 Donor Compliance and Grant Management

Safeguarding, Protection & Inclusion

 Child Safeguarding

 Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)

 Child Protection Systems

 Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI)

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning

 Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)

 Outcome Harvesting

 Knowledge Management

 Evidence-Based Programming

EDUCATION

 MA in Political Science

 BA (Honors)