SUNAINA DASGUPTA

Project Executive/ Associate

Kolkata, IN.

About

Highly accomplished Project Executive with dual Master's degrees in Public Policy and Rural Management, bringing extensive experience in program and project management within the NGO and social services sectors. Proven expertise in driving community development, conducting impact assessments, and executing strategic planning initiatives, consistently delivering successful projects and achieving measurable outcomes for organizations.

Work

Banglanatak dot com

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Consultant (Full Time)

Odisha, Odisha, India

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Summary

Directed comprehensive cultural project management initiatives, overseeing baseline studies, field operations, and content architecture development to foster economic uplift and cultural heritage preservation across multiple regions.

Highlights

Directed comprehensive cultural project management initiatives, aligning strategies with non-profit objectives to foster economic uplift and safeguard cultural heritage, consistently meeting project goals.

Executed comprehensive baseline studies, gathering critical insights to inform data-driven project strategy development and ensure targeted interventions and enhanced program effectiveness.

Orchestrated and delivered impactful community workshops, actively facilitating cultural tourism development and significantly enhancing local engagement.

Coordinated extensive field operations for Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) across Nashik and Palghar districts, ensuring high project execution efficiency.

Designed and implemented content architecture for a new cultural tourism website, significantly enhancing digital presence and outreach capabilities.

Managed the development and production of diverse print materials, including a heritage education toolkit and promotional brochures, ensuring effective communication and advocacy.

Emami Foundation

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Centre Coordinator- Corporate Social Responsibility (Full Time)

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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Summary

Coordinated and executed comprehensive community development programs, aligning initiatives with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) objectives to enhance local access to healthcare, education, and skill development.

Highlights

Coordinated and executed comprehensive community development programs, meticulously aligning initiatives with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) objectives to maximize social impact.

Administered weekly health clinics and organized outreach camps, significantly enhancing local access to essential primary healthcare services.

Orchestrated successful book distribution events and developed teacher programs, actively strengthening educational resources and fostering community learning.

Conducted rigorous needs assessment surveys across multiple schools, providing critical data for formulating targeted intervention strategies.

Initiated and launched vocational training classes, empowering beneficiaries with employable skills and promoting self-reliance, leading to improved livelihood opportunities.

Dilasa Janvikas Pratishthan

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Assistant Manager- Program Development (Full Time)

Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India

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Summary

Led program development initiatives for sustainable agricultural projects, overseeing research, impact analysis, and field coordination to ensure effective program delivery and goal attainment.

Highlights

Led research, assessment, field coordination, and project execution for sustainable agricultural initiatives, ensuring effective program delivery and goal attainment.

Analyzed project impact and formulated data-driven recommendations, advancing sustainability and optimizing service delivery mechanisms.

Conducted rigorous qualitative and quantitative research, engaging key stakeholders to gather comprehensive insights for significant program enhancement.

Designed and implemented optimized questionnaires using the Kobocollect app, significantly enhancing data acquisition efficiency and accuracy.

Successfully executed a United Breweries CSR initiative, directly impacting 6 Anganwadis in Goa, demonstrating effective project management.

Organized and facilitated awareness programs and demonstrations, significantly increasing the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices among beneficiaries.

Volunteer

Participant

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National Service Scheme (NSS)

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Engaged in community service and social welfare activities, underscoring a commitment to community development aligned with NGO objectives.

Highlights

Engaged in community service and social welfare activities, demonstrating commitment to community development aligned with NGO objectives.

Education

University College London (UCL)

London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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MSc Public Policy Grade:

Xavier School of Rural Management, XIMB- Xavier University Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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Master of Business Administration Rural Management Grade:

Lady Shri Ram College for Women, University of Delhi

New Delhi, Delhi, India
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) History Grade:

Awards

The International Award for Young People (IAYP)

IAYP

Achieved The International Award for Young People (IAYP), demonstrating holistic personal development through volunteering, physical recreation, and skill-building, reflective of leadership and adaptability crucial for project management roles.

Languages

English

Hindi

Bangla

Certificates

Strengthening Climate Adaptation and Resilience

Introduction to Sustainable Development in Practice

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for Development Professionals

Skills

Project Management

Program Management, Project Execution, Strategic Planning, Field Coordination.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Impact Assessment, Data Analysis, Performance Metrics, Program Evaluation.

Data Analysis

Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, R (Statistical Software), SPSS, MS Excel.

Needs Assessment

Stakeholder Consultations, Survey Design, Data Collection.

Report Writing

Documentation, Policy Briefs.

Strategic Planning

Program Strategy, Goal Attainment, Initiative Alignment.

Impact Assessment

Program Evaluation, Outcome Measurement, Sustainability Analysis.

R (Statistical Software)

Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization.

SPSS

Statistical Analysis, Survey Data Processing.

MS Excel

Data Management, Spreadsheet Analysis, Reporting.

KoboCollect

Mobile Data Collection, Questionnaire Design.

CSR Programme Management

Corporate Social Responsibility, Community Development Initiatives, Stakeholder Engagement.

Collaboration

Team Leadership, Cross-functional Teams, Partnership Building.

Problem-solving

Strategic Thinking, Root Cause Analysis, Intervention Planning.

Adaptability

Flexibility, Change Management.

Empathy

Community Engagement, Stakeholder Relations.

Program Development & Implementation

Program Design, Execution Strategy, Intervention Planning.

Community Development & Engagement

Rural Development, Sustainable Livelihoods, Community Health, Community Mobilization.

Policy Analysis

Policy Formulation, Recommendations, Sustainability.

Stakeholder Engagement

Partnership Building, Community Relations, Advocacy.

Rural Development

Sustainable Agriculture, Livelihood Generation, Community Uplift.

Sustainable Livelihoods

Economic Uplift, Vocational Training, Self-Reliance.

Community Health

Healthcare Outreach, Health Clinics, Public Health Initiatives.

Skill Development

Vocational Training, Capacity Building, Teacher Programs.

Community Mobilization

Awareness Campaigns, Workshop Facilitation, Local Engagement.

Field Coordination

Logistics Management, Team Supervision, Resource Distribution.

Interests

Cultural Events

Arts, Heritage, Festivals.

Community Service

Volunteering, Social Welfare, NGO Support.

Travel

Exploration, Cultural Immersion, Adventure.

Reading

Literature, Non-fiction, Learning.

Projects

Skill Development in Nadia, West Bengal

Summary

Evaluated and documented Industrial Training Institute (ITI) requirements through targeted industry visits in Nadia district, identifying critical skill gaps.

Dependence on migration by households across class, caste and its impact on women, households and their society

Summary

Executed comprehensive qualitative and quantitative research, including surveys and focused group discussions, to analyze migration patterns in Kishanganj district, Bihar.

Axis Bank Foundation Project- Odisha

Summary

Conducted beneficiary baseline assessments and stakeholder consultations to support project design and implementation planning.

Sustainable Tourism & Livelihood Initiative- Maharashtra

Summary

Coordinated field implementation activities supporting community participation and livelihood generation through culture-based tourism.

Community Health & Education Programme- West Bengal

Summary

Managed healthcare outreach, school assessments, educational support activities, and vocational training initiatives.

Sustainable Agriculture Programme- Maharashtra

Summary

Conducted impact assessments and community engagement activities promoting sustainable agricultural practices and climate resilience.