Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 37 years of experience in management consulting, the expert specializes in strategy, finance, and systems. With extensive project management skills, the expert has led numerous local and international initiatives, particularly in finance, law, and systems consulting. Career highlights include setting up the Kochi office for TATA Consultancy Services and serving as Resident Manager. The expert has successfully managed projects funded by the World Bank and Asian Development Bank, focusing on infrastructure, governance, and capacity building. Key skills include client relationship management, marketing, business development, and leadership of multi-located teams.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in sectors like infrastructure, governance, and health. Projects were conducted on a national scale in India, focusing on areas such as rural water supply, sanitation, road infrastructure, and municipal administration. The expert also contributed to policy formulation for the Planning Commission and evaluated industrial project proposals for the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in multiple sectors, including industry, commerce, services, procurement, monitoring and evaluation, urban development, public administration, institutional development, and finance and accounting, the expert has held roles involving management consulting, project management, and advisory services. The focus has been on strategy formulation, operational improvements, and technology implementation. Cross-cutting expertise includes digitalization in infrastructure and governance reforms. The geographic scope of work primarily spans India, with involvement in international projects funded by global organizations, enhancing interdisciplinary knowledge and regional expertise. The expert has extensive geographic experience in India, with significant involvement in projects across various states, including those funded by the World Bank and Asian Development Bank. Work has focused on infrastructure development, governance reforms, and capacity building, providing deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues. Additionally, the expert has managed projects for international clients, indicating a broad understanding of multicultural and international business environments.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is fluent in English, which is one of the UN official languages. Additional language competences include Hindi, Malayalam, and Tamil, utilized in diverse professional contexts, including consulting assignments and managing multi-cultural teams. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) and a Graduate in Law (LL.B). The expert is also a Fellow Chartered Accountant (F.C.A) and a Member of the All India Management Association (MIMA).