Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 37 years of experience, the expert specializes in project management, sustainable agriculture, and rural development. His technical skills encompass micro-finance, capacity building, and monitoring and evaluation. He has led international projects funded by organizations such as the World Bank, ADB, and USAID, with a focus on socio-economic empowerment and climate adaptation. Career highlights include designing innovative micro-credit systems and promoting over 19,000 SHGs, establishing significant financial linkages. Responsibilities have included coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and developing strategic frameworks for sustainable development initiatives.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in international development, the expert has collaborated with donors like the World Bank, ADB, IFAD, USAID, and JICA. He has been actively involved in project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building across sectors such as agriculture, rural development, and climate change adaptation. His work spans regional and national projects in countries including India, Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Iraq, and China. These projects have focused on sustainable livelihoods, micro-finance, and natural resource management, contributing to the socio-economic empowerment of rural communities.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving key sectors such as rural development, agriculture, finance, and social development. Previously held roles such as Team Leader and Specialist, focusing on project management, micro-finance, and capacity building. His interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating sustainable agriculture with climate change adaptation and promoting community-based organizations. The geographic scope of his work includes regional and country-specific projects in South Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, implementing strategies that address socio-economic empowerment and sustainable development. His cross-cutting knowledge enhances the effectiveness of initiatives in diverse socio-economic environments. The expert has extensive geographic experience in South Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, having worked in countries such as India, Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Iraq, China, and Indonesia. He has deep familiarity with regional development issues, particularly in rural livelihoods and sustainable agriculture. His long-term assignments have involved collaboration with local governance structures and adaptation to cultural dynamics, enhancing project outcomes in diverse environments. His recurring involvement in these regions underscores his expertise in implementing development projects across varied socio-economic contexts.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in English and Hindi, using these languages extensively in professional settings, including international projects and multilingual teams. He also has fair proficiency in Marathi and Bengali. His language skills have facilitated effective communication and collaboration across diverse cultural contexts in various countries, enhancing project implementation and stakeholder engagement. The expert holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Lucknow, India, focusing on micro-credit and women's empowerment. He earned an M.Sc. in Agronomy and a B.Sc. (Honors) in Agriculture and Animal Husbandry from G.B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, India, where he was awarded the Vice-Chancellor’s Gold Medal. Additionally, he completed a Certificate Course in Agri-Business Management at Cornell University, USA, and holds a C.A.I.I.B.-I Banking Diploma from the Indian Institute of Bankers, Mumbai, India.