Deb ...

CEO

New Delhi, Delhi, India26 yrs 6 mos experience

Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

Over 30 years in nonprofit and operations management.
Expert in financial management and strategic planning.
Passionate about mentoring and capacity building.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a nonprofit management expert with extensive experience in operations and strategic planning.

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Skills

Core Skills

Financial ManagementHuman ResourcesStrategic PlanningLeadershipLegal ComplianceProgram ManagementHr Management

Other Skills

MentoringFacilitationInstructional DesignCrisis InterventionOrganizational DevelopmentEconomicsPhilosophyTeam ManagementSurvey DesignHigher EducationCommunicationWritingAIFinanceArtificial Intelligence (AI)

About

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝟱𝟮 after 30+ years of doing this, that, and quite a bit of the other. Spent 25 of those helping build social enterprises, fixing what was broken, managing chaos (while trying not to become it), and keeping the ship steady when storms hit - and there were plenty. Now I walk long and often, devour audiobooks like snacks, unlearn and relearn for fun, hand out belly rubs to every friendly stray, play with untried recipes, eat with joy, and spend time only with the few who matter. Still sharp. Still curious. Still not buying the hype.

Experience

Career break

Retirement

Jan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 2 mos

After over three decades of doing everything - from establishing organizations (what we now call startups) to fixing leaky taps (green-skills worker, anyone?) - I’m officially retired.
I’ve held every role: projects, training, communications, finance, HR, admin, strategy, mentoring, firefighting, handholding, and the occasional magic trick.
Having made peace with umpteen Strategic Directions and outlasted chaos in all its disguises, I’m returning to my first loves: nature, books, furry friends, and learning things no one is grading me on.
I bunked most of my classes in school, but I never stopped learning. And now, I’ve finally given myself an A+ in getting out while it’s still fun.

Institute for sustainable communities

Director of Finance & Operations

Nov 2017 – Dec 2024 · 7 yrs 1 mo · New Delhi, Delhi, India

Spearheaded financial management, HR, and admin functions for ISC's India operations, focusing on climate change initiatives.
Led successful transition and setup of ISC's presence in India, ensuring full compliance with local regulations.
Developed staff capacity through regular training and mentoring, fostering a culture of trust and shared leadership.

MentoringStrategic PlanningLegal ComplianceFinancial ManagementHuman Resources

The nand & jeet khemka foundation

4 roles

Member of the Board of Trustees

Jan 2017 – Nov 2017 · 10 mos · New Delhi Area, India

Chief Operating Officer

Jan 2014 – Dec 2016 · 2 yrs 11 mos · New Delhi Area, India

Oversaw operations for The Nand & Jeet Khemka Foundation, ensuring alignment with urban and rural development missions.
Provided programmatic guidance, operational support, and managed pipeline projects from inception to rollout.

Strategic PlanningLeadership

Director - Operations

Promoted

Feb 2009 – Dec 2013 · 4 yrs 10 mos · New Delhi Area, India

Ensured legal compliance and managed government agency interface for The Nand & Jeet Khemka Foundation in New Delhi, India.
Monitored grants, managed finances, and oversaw project design, resulting in streamlined processes and increased efficiency.

Strategic PlanningFinancial ManagementLegal Compliance

Program Manager

Oct 2007 – Jan 2009 · 1 yr 3 mos · New Delhi Area, India

Managed specific programs within the foundation, focusing on effective implementation and impact measurement of urban and rural development initiatives.

Program Management

The nabha foundation

Chief Operating Officer

Jan 2014 – Dec 2016 · 2 yrs 11 mos · New Delhi Area, India

Fully responsible for all verticals of the Foundation.

Program ManagementStrategic Planning

Freelance

Freelance Consultant

Mar 2007 – Sep 2007 · 6 mos

Pravah

2 roles

Director - HR & Finance

Promoted

Apr 2006 – Feb 2007 · 10 mos

Led financial management and human resources for a non-profit organization focused on youth development and citizenship education.
Streamlined financial processes, implemented budgetary control systems, and enhanced internal controls.
Cultivated a culture of continuous quality improvement across all interventions.
Successfully raised a year's funding and managed consultancies with national and international organizations.

Strategic PlanningFinancial ManagementHR Management

Program Coordinator

Jun 2002 – Mar 2006 · 3 yrs 9 mos

Spearheaded citizenship education and life skills programs for schools, significantly improving program quality and reach.
Successfully conducted rural exposure programs for over 1,000 students and classroom curricula for 500+ students.
Improved the design, impact, coordination, and cost-effectiveness of the rural exposure program, transforming it into the organization's only self-sustaining initiative.

FacilitationProgram ManagementInstructional Design

Centre for civil society

Manager - HR & Finance

Jan 2002 – May 2002 · 4 mos · New Delhi Area, India

Managed the complete financial and administrative work including team management, budgeting, funds control and facilities management
Ensured timely preparation and maintenance of books of accounts and statutory records
Managed the promotional activities of the organization via its official website

Lifeline foundation

Center Coordinator

Jan 1999 – Dec 2001 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Led the transformation of a volunteer-run helpline into a full-fledged suicide prevention center, collaborating with the Board to develop strategic direction and overseeing all prevention activities.
Managed volunteer recruitment, training, and supervision while representing Lifeline at media events and conferences.
Provided direct support through listening therapy to callers in crisis.
Key achievements include restructuring the organization, maintaining legal compliance, implementing international-standard intervention processes, and establishing a robust statistical record-keeping system.