Key responsibilities include:• Lead the implementation of Sheffield Hallam University's Global Engagement Strategy with a particular focus on strategizing for international student enrolments for Sheffield Hallam University from the South Asia region (India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal)• Monitor the market for education-related developments and opportunities and develop with the University • Maintain knowledge of University policies regarding entry requirements and criteria and… Show more Key responsibilities include:• Lead the implementation of Sheffield Hallam University's Global Engagement Strategy with a particular focus on strategizing for international student enrolments for Sheffield Hallam University from the South Asia region (India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal)• Monitor the market for education-related developments and opportunities and develop with the University • Maintain knowledge of University policies regarding entry requirements and criteria and provide expert and accurate study advice to prospective students and education agents in India• Go to institutions, work with faculty, students, and families, and articulate the characteristics and benefits of the University with credibility and sophistication • Develop and maintain specialist knowledge on education systems, qualifications, admission requirements and cultures for India, and maintain current knowledge of the University products and processes and provide training to the agent network through promotional seminars, University updates and regular communications• Develop the agent network in India and maintain these relationships • Represent the University at select recruitment fairs targeting international students, educational institutions and exhibitions and conduct seminars and interview programs and prepare written reports with recommendations• Assist in facilitating relationships between Sheffield Hallam University and relevant highly ranked institutions in India, as well as industry representatives• Ensure accuracy and pertinence of all written communications and verbal information relayed to colleagues and external clients Show less

As a Board Member (2006-2018), areas handled by me can be summarized as shown below:> Strategic LeadershipProviding vision and direction for the development and execution of PCVC’s strategic priorities.> Organizational Leadership Leading the continuous improvement of PCVC’s performance and providing direction and guidance of management staff, processes, and tools to increase efficiencies and improve the effectiveness of the organization’s activities. Using a… Show more As a Board Member (2006-2018), areas handled by me can be summarized as shown below:> Strategic LeadershipProviding vision and direction for the development and execution of PCVC’s strategic priorities.> Organizational Leadership Leading the continuous improvement of PCVC’s performance and providing direction and guidance of management staff, processes, and tools to increase efficiencies and improve the effectiveness of the organization’s activities. Using a collaborative approach, to develop policies and practices that are aligned with core organizational values in order to improve the work of the organization.> Board GovernanceEnsuring sound fiscal management of the organization and overseeing budgets and financial reports. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Jan 2001 - April 2005 As Co-Founder and Managing Trustee> Played a prominent role in handling research and capacity building projects with the Tamilnadu State Police Department - “Analyzing Crime Statistics” for the year 2000; “Crime in Tamil Nadu - 2000” publication for the Tamilnadu Police; A 50-week Gender Sensitization training program (2001-2002) for all the women police of Tamilnadu.> Worked on several fundraising initiatives, including organizing “The Bash – A Festival to Fight Domestic Violence” a Mega Fundraising Event with Music, Dance and Theatre performances by prominent personalities from all over India in November 2004. > Organized various campaigns such as ‘Insights – A PCVC End Abuse Campaign’, ‘Father Figure’ - A PCVC Campaign for Father’s Day, Anti-Domestic Violence Media Campaigns etc. to create awareness among the various stakeholders on domestic violence.> Launched “DVFREE” – A Corporate Management Initiative to address Domestic Violence.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Show less

> Team Management - Manage activities of the Communications & Engagement team; Research, Advocacy & Fundraising team; Design team and International field teams.International Coordination - Coordinate with field teams and partner agencies in Nepal and Kenya for project planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation.> Development Consultancy - Conceptualize and develop innovative and practical solutions to tackle developmental challenges in various thematic areas of operations… Show more > Team Management - Manage activities of the Communications & Engagement team; Research, Advocacy & Fundraising team; Design team and International field teams.International Coordination - Coordinate with field teams and partner agencies in Nepal and Kenya for project planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation.> Development Consultancy - Conceptualize and develop innovative and practical solutions to tackle developmental challenges in various thematic areas of operations such as education, health, water & sanitation, energy access and women empowerment.> Development Communication - In charge of devising communication strategy and content for raising awareness, inducing social & behavioral change; and engaging multiple stakeholders for attainment and sustainability of intended project outcomes.> Marketing and communication - Handle national and international profile building through marketing, promotion, and communication. > Fundraising - Manage corporate and institutional fundraising, associated donor research & engagement, and proposal development. Show less

> Helped formulate and execute customized Marketing strategies for the States of Tamilnadu and Kerala, which saw significant increase in product demand and sales.> Managed Market Research programmes to generate and screen new ideas for brand development.> Developed Promotion & Communication Plans for acquisition, retention and growth of customer base.> Coordinated between Principals and Dealers to set up, attain and even exceed Annual Targets.> Handled order… Show more > Helped formulate and execute customized Marketing strategies for the States of Tamilnadu and Kerala, which saw significant increase in product demand and sales.> Managed Market Research programmes to generate and screen new ideas for brand development.> Developed Promotion & Communication Plans for acquisition, retention and growth of customer base.> Coordinated between Principals and Dealers to set up, attain and even exceed Annual Targets.> Handled order management and fulfilment, coordinating between Genlite’s dealers, factories and third-party vendors.> Implemented internal tracking and reporting systems using appropriate ERP and CRM applications.> Planned and organized the annual dealer’s meeting within India and abroad for several years, for the entire team. Show less

> Oversaw the successful completion of the construction of the Studio-cum-office premises at Empee Towers, within parameters of budget and time. This involved managing multiple teams and third-party vendors working on-site simultaneously and ensuring safety precautions and industry standards were adhered to. > Installation of studio equipment, preparatory work for programming and production – each adhering to timelines and cost and quality parameters. Managed and closely interacted… Show more > Oversaw the successful completion of the construction of the Studio-cum-office premises at Empee Towers, within parameters of budget and time. This involved managing multiple teams and third-party vendors working on-site simultaneously and ensuring safety precautions and industry standards were adhered to. > Installation of studio equipment, preparatory work for programming and production – each adhering to timelines and cost and quality parameters. Managed and closely interacted with the technical team from UK (Clyde Broadcast), assisting them in entire Technical set up of the Broadcast Radio Station. Show less

> Work involved reading of existing books, typing selected materials into the computer and distillation of text into summary format as per Moka requirements.> Interacted regularly on Skype meetings with other team members, from all over India and abroad.> Reported on a daily basis, with submission of projects within strict deadlines.

> Assisted in execution of projects all over India. Interacted with the Clients right from the enquiry stage until completion of the project. Coordinated with various vendors of pro-audio equipment in order to procure the best quality products for our Clients.

> Worked as Sound Engineer for various artists/bands at the Clementine Studios, including Susheela Raman (an acclaimed British Indian musician) and Paul Jacob.> Archived and organized the large number of existing sound files and sound bytes for own production at the studio. Assistant Sound Engineer during the EarthSync Festival 2006 held at the Bucks Theatre, Chennai.

> Worked closely with Harvey Lloyd, world famous Photographer and Writer, in his Creative Studio space.> Assistant for Studio and Marketing activities in related fine art and commercial worlds.> Worked on the constant updating of their Website to ensure the latest photographic and other works were shared online in the best possible manner.

> Worked as a Sound Designer and Editor in 3 independent features and 2 documentaries.> Assisted in Foley and ADR (Automatic Dialogue Replacement) Recording.> Worked as an Assistant Sound Mixer for a Featured production.> Worked as the Assistant Sound Recordist for an Independent Feature Production titled “LL” by famous Israeli Director Amos Kollek and his highly experienced team (Am Ko Productions). Was part of a two member Sound Crew for the entire shoot in New York… Show more > Worked as a Sound Designer and Editor in 3 independent features and 2 documentaries.> Assisted in Foley and ADR (Automatic Dialogue Replacement) Recording.> Worked as an Assistant Sound Mixer for a Featured production.> Worked as the Assistant Sound Recordist for an Independent Feature Production titled “LL” by famous Israeli Director Amos Kollek and his highly experienced team (Am Ko Productions). Was part of a two member Sound Crew for the entire shoot in New York City and handled most areas including Boom recording. Show less