Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 49 years of experience, the expert excels in project monitoring and evaluation, education management, and organizational capacity development. Skilled in training of trainers, research, consultancy, and strategic planning, the expert has led numerous national and international projects, including evaluations for UNDP, UNICEF, and EU-Nepal partnerships. Career highlights include conducting over 100 research studies and evaluations, and publishing more than twenty articles in management journals. Previously held roles such as Executive Director and Director, the expert demonstrates proficiency in proposal and report writing, and management training.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as UNDP, UNICEF, The World Bank, DANIDA, SDC, and UNESCO. Responsibilities have included project evaluation, capacity building, and technical assistance in sectors like education, governance, and health. The expert has worked on national and regional projects in Nepal, Bangladesh, Lesotho, and Sri Lanka, focusing on areas such as humanitarian preparedness, education management, and community development. Contributions include evaluations for EU-Nepal partnerships and various UN programs, contributing to sustainable peace and development initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across multiple sectors including education, monitoring and evaluation, public administration, human resources, and research. Roles have included executive leadership, project evaluation, and capacity development. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise spans education management, strategic planning, and organizational development, with significant contributions to both local and international initiatives. The geographic scope of the expert's work includes extensive projects in Nepal, Bangladesh, Lesotho, and Sri Lanka, focusing on sustainable development, community empowerment, and humanitarian preparedness. This includes deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, demonstrating a strong understanding of cultural dynamics and regional challenges.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in Nepali, English, and Hindi, with Nepali as the native language. These language skills have been utilized in various international contexts, including professional experiences in Nepal, Bangladesh, Lesotho, and Sri Lanka. The expert has effectively communicated in multilingual teams and conducted evaluations and training sessions across these regions. Educational qualifications include a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Kathmandu University, Nepal, an MBA from The University of Hull, UK, and both an MPA and DPA from Tribhuvan University, Nepal. The expert also completed a CCE from the Engineering Campus, Tribhuvan University, Nepal, underscoring a strong foundation in education leadership, business administration, and public administration.