Meeta Parmar

Currently working as an Executive – Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at McCain Foods India Pvt. Ltd., a global leader in the frozen food industry. I am responsible for the end-to-end management of CSR initiatives, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of projects in areas such as rural livelihoods, women empowerment, and environmental sustainability. My role involves identifying and onboarding credible NGO partners, managing data and documentation for impact assessment and reporting, and ensuring compliance with CSR regulations under the Companies Act. Additionally, I lead employee volunteering initiatives across McCain India, fostering a culture of social responsibility. With strong stakeholder management skills, I collaborate with internal teams, community groups, and government authorities to drive effective, scalable, and sustainable social development projects.

Previously worked for 4.3 years as Senior Co-worker – Education at SOS Children’s Villages of India, a globally recognized international NGO dedicated to the long-term care and development of vulnerable and parentless children and youth. In this role, I was responsible for overseeing the educational progress of children, providing career counseling and academic guidance tailored to individual needs, and ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment through child protection and safety protocols. I was actively involved in planning and monitoring educational budgets, ensuring effective utilization of resources, and engaging with various stakeholders including caregivers, schools, and local authorities to support holistic child development. My work contributed to strengthening education systems within the SOS model and supporting children’s transition into independent and self-reliant adulthood.

Worked with Arvind Limited, one of India’s largest textile manufacturing companies, as part of their CSR initiative, serving in the role of Hostel Administrator. The project focused on empowering tribal women through income generation opportunities combined with access to education. My responsibilities included overseeing hostel administration and daily operations, managing the Girls’ Education Program, providing regular counselling and mentorship, and organizing monthly developmental activities aimed at enhancing their personal and professional growth. I played a key role in ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive environment that facilitated both learning and livelihood, aligning with the organization’s broader goal of sustainable community development.

Worked at Gandhi Ashram, an internationally renowned institution rooted in Gandhian values and principles, as a Hostel Administrator. In this role, I was responsible for managing all aspects of hostel operations while also teaching English to secondary-grade students. My time at the ashram offered significant exposure to intercultural collaboration and grassroots development. I planned and facilitated various educational and cultural activities, engaging with international volunteers, as well as rural and urban community groups, to promote values of peace, learning, and social cohesion. The experience deeply strengthened my skills in coordination, cross-cultural communication, and value-based education.

Worked with a Gandhian trust in Koba, Gandhinagar, established by Mahatma Gandhi in memory of Kasturba Gandhi, with the mission of supporting women facing social crises and domestic violence. Served as a Hostel Administrator, where I managed hostel operations and provided academic and emotional support to college-going tribal girls residing at the facility. My responsibilities included overseeing hostel facilities, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment, and conducting English tuition classes to strengthen their academic foundation. The experience enhanced my ability to work closely with vulnerable communities and reinforced my commitment to women's education and empowerment through Gandhian values.

Began my career as a Public Relations Officer at Gandhinagar International Public School, where I worked alongside my academic pursuits. My responsibilities included handling administrative tasks, maintaining staff records and registers, managing the end-to-end admission process, and providing counselling and support to students and parents. This role helped build my foundational skills in communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement within an educational environment.