Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 39 years of experience, the expert is proficient in the WASH sector, specializing in sustainable technology development and implementation for sanitation, waste management, and biogas production. Responsibilities have included leading multidisciplinary teams, managing projects, and conducting monitoring and evaluation. Career highlights include developing the "Greet Toilet" technology for flood-prone areas and securing patents for composting technologies. Previously held roles such as Principal Investigator and Director, the expert has contributed to projects across India and other developing countries, achieving significant results in local and international initiatives.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in collaborating with international donors such as the World Bank, UNHABITAT, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the expert has been involved in project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in sanitation, waste management, and bio-energy sectors. These projects have been regional and sector-specific, spanning countries like India, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Ethiopia. The focus has been on developing sustainable technologies and improving sanitation practices in both rural and urban settings.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving key sectors such as rural and urban development, sanitation, waste management, and biogas production. Background includes positions at roles such as WASH Expert, Technical Advisor, and Principal Investigator, managing projects and leading multidisciplinary teams. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge spans sustainable technology development and implementation in sanitation and waste management. The geographic scope of work includes India, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Ethiopia, focusing on both regional and country-specific initiatives to address development challenges in these sectors. Extensive geographic experience in these countries has equipped the expert with deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in rural and urban development contexts. Their work in India has been extensive and long-term, involving collaboration with government agencies and international organizations on region-specific initiatives.

Languages and education

With fluency in English, an official UN language, and Hindi, the expert has utilized these language skills in various professional contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams in India and other developing countries. The educational background includes a Ph.D. in Microbial Biochemistry (Botany) from Patna University, India, obtained in 1988. Additionally, a Master of Science (M.Sc) in Botany from L.N. Mithila University, India, was earned in 1982, graduating with first-class honors. The academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) with honors in Botany, Zoology, and Chemistry from L.N. Mithila University, completed in 1980 with first-class honors.