Professional Experience:
With over 15 years of experience in social development, I have led impactful programs in youth care, employability, entrepreneurship, vocational training, and alternative care across multiple continents. My expertise includes project design, results-based management, capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy. I have worked extensively with vulnerable youth, care leavers, disadvantaged students, and marginalized communities, ensuring they gain access to skills, opportunities, and policy support.
Key Roles & Achievements
Global Youth Development Advisor (June 2022 – Present)
SOS Children’s Villages International
Leading the Leaving Care Project across 26 countries, strengthening care leavers' networks and transition processes.
Developed the Leaving Care Toolkit, a global resource to enhance post-care support.
Established the Care Leaders Council, facilitating peer exchange, capacity building, and policy advocacy.
Designed training methodologies in partnership with care leavers’ networks, enhancing independent living skills.
Launched a global campaign on leaving care, advocating for youth participation and systemic reforms.
Strengthened policy engagement, collaborating with advocacy teams to push for aftercare laws and youth inclusion.
Provided technical support to five Member Associations, improving their leaving care programs.
Programme Coordinator – Youth Skilling & Participation (May 2018 – May 2022)
SOS Children’s Villages International
Led youth skilling initiatives, ensuring high-quality vocational training and employment programs.
Developed entrepreneurial and employability models, integrated into alternative care systems.
Provided policy recommendations to improve youth participation in decision-making.
Conducted training for care practitioners, equipping them with youth development strategies.
General Manager – Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (Sept 2015 – April 2018)
National Yuva Cooperative Society Ltd., New Delhi
Designed and managed large-scale skill development programs, benefiting thousands of young people.
Established vocational training centers, offering industry-aligned skilling opportunities.
Partnered with government agencies and corporates for sustainable skilling initiatives.
Consultant – Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (July 2013 – August 2015)
BVG India, Rawal Institution, Fiinovation
Developed employment-focused training programs, ensuring sustainability and scalability.
Designed M&E frameworks for youth-centric initiatives.
Assistant Manager – Entrepreneurship Consultancy & Skill Training (Nov 2011 – June 2013)
MITCON Consultancy & Engineering Services Ltd., New Delhi
Created entrepreneurial training programs for youth and women.
Provided business mentoring, capacity building, and funding support for startups.
Early Career: Project Coordination & Planning (2010 – 2011)
Managed UNICEF-funded projects on youth empowerment and alternative care.
Led advocacy campaigns on child rights, education, and skill development.