Rahul Shaw

Experienced and results-driven CSR professional with a strong background in Integrated Rural Development Programs, proposal development, and institutional liaisoning. Skilled in designing and implementing impactful community development projects that align with corporate goals and sustainable development priorities. Core Competencies: • CSR Strategy & Execution • Integrated Rural Development • Proposal Writing & Project Design • Government & Institutional Liaisoning • Capacity Building & Training • Stakeholder Management • Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting With hands-on experience in leading projects from concept to completion, I bring a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement, ensuring alignment between corporate, community, and government objectives. Passionate about driving inclusive growth and fostering sustainable, measurable impact at the grassroots level.

Holistic Rural Development programme. Focus Areas: Micro-Enterprise Development | Livelihood Promotion | PRI Coordination | Monitoring & Impact Evaluation Key Components 1. Micro-Enterprise Development Identification of viable local enterprises (agri-allied, non-farm, service-based) Business planning support and feasibility studies Entrepreneurship training and skill enhancement Financial literacy and access to credit/linkages with SHGs/banks Market linkage and product branding support 2. Capacity Building & Institutional Strengthening Regular training and workshops for beneficiaries on enterprise management, quality control, and compliance Exposure visits and mentoring by successful entrepreneurs or domain experts Formation/strengthening of Producer Groups, Women Collectives, or Self-Help Groups (SHGs) 3. Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Development of a robust Monitoring Framework with measurable indicators Monthly progress tracking (KPIs: income increase, unit scalability, skill uptake) Midline and end-line impact evaluation using mixed methods (quantitative and qualitative) Use of digital tools (mobile apps, MIS systems) for real-time tracking 4. Coordination with PRI Members & Block Office Sensitization of Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) members on program objectives Regular convergence meetings with Block Development Officer (BDO) and Line Departments Leverage government schemes (NRLM, DAY-NULM, PMEGP, etc.) for co-funding or technical support Joint planning and implementation to ensure local ownership and sustainability Key Skills Applied Rural Livelihood Planning Project Proposal Writing & Budgeting Capacity Building & Training Facilitation Government Liaisoning & Policy Convergence Monitoring & Impact Assessment Community Mobilization SHG/Producer Group Strengthening Communication & Report Writing Team Leadership & Coordination

1. 🌿 Farmers' Meetings & Community Mobilization Conduct structured farmer meetings and PRA (Participatory Rural Appraisal) exercises Identify needs, challenges, and resource availability Form Farmer Interest Groups (FIGs) and Village Development Committees (VDCs) Build local ownership and ensure inclusive participation (women, youth, marginal farmers) 2. ☀️ Solar-Based Group Irrigation System Establish shared solar-powered micro-irrigation units for smallholder groups Design systems based on groundwater availability and cropping patterns Train local youth as solar pump operators and maintenance agents Promote water-efficient irrigation (drip/sprinkler) 3. 🚰 Community Drinking Water System Identify water-stressed hamlets or habitations Install gravity-based or solar-powered drinking water supply units Construct elevated tanks, distribution pipelines, and tap connections Form Water User Groups (WUGs) for O&M and water quality monitoring 4. 🏫 Model School Development Upgrade rural government schools into Model Learning Centers Infrastructure improvements (solar lights, smart classrooms, WASH facilities) Teacher training, digital learning tools, and community libraries Involve School Management Committees (SMCs) and parents for sustainability 📊 Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Assessment Baseline surveys, GIS mapping, and beneficiary profiling Regular progress reviews with KPIs: crop yield, school attendance, water access, income rise Mid-term and end-line evaluations using participatory methods Use of mobile-based MIS for real-time data tracking and impact stories Coordination & Convergence Close coordination with PRI members, block-level departments (Agriculture, Education, Water Resources, Panchayati Raj)

Rural Infrastructure Planning & Execution Community Mobilization & Participatory Planning Solar Technology Implementation Educational Infrastructure Development Livelihoods & Agri-Horti Promotion Multi-Stakeholder Coordination M&E and Digital MIS Tools Proposal Writing & Donor Reporting 1. 👩‍👩‍👧 Formation of SHGs & Financial Inclusion Mobilize women into Self-Help Groups (SHGs) with structured governance Provide training on group norms, internal lending, and record-keeping Facilitate bank linkages and access to microcredit through NRLM, DAY-NULM, or local banks Promote financial literacy and access to digital payment systems (UPI, mobile wallets) Develop micro-enterprises and livelihood activities through SHG platforms (tailoring, poultry, dairy, agri-business) 2. 🏫 Smart School Development 15 smart school develop under-resourced rural schools for smart upgrades Install digital classrooms, solar energy, internet access, and smart learning devices Improve WASH infrastructure (toilets, handwashing stations) Engage the community and School Management Committees (SMCs) to ensure maintenance and sustainability 3. 🏡 Smart Village Development Introduce solar street lighting, Develop solid waste management systems and rainwater harvesting units Promote telemedicine, digital agriculture advisories, and e-commerce for farm produce Establish a Village Resource Center for access to government schemes, digital skills, and training 4. 💪 Community Empowerment & Capacity Building Conduct training on leadership, rights awareness, and governance Foster community-based organizations (e.g., SHG federations, youth groups) Encourage participation in Gram Sabha and decision-making forums Promote climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, and green practices

Child Rights | Child Labour & Child Marriage Prevention | Safe School Program | Life Skills Development | Adolescent Empowerment ✅ Major Roles & Responsibilities 1. Child Rights Advocacy & Protection Conduct awareness campaigns on Child Rights, child labour laws, and legal frameworks (POCSO Act, JJ Act, Prohibition of Child Marriage Act) Identify and report cases of child labour, abuse, and child marriage in coordination with Child Welfare Committees (CWC), District Child Protection Units (DCPU), and local authorities Engage with parents, teachers, community leaders, and religious figures to build a protective environment for children 2. Safe School Coordination Serve as Safe School Coordinator to implement child-friendly and inclusive safety protocols in schools Train teachers and staff on child safeguarding, gender sensitivity, and mental health awareness Organize safe school audits and ensure functionality of WASH facilities, boundary walls, and complaint mechanisms 3. Life Skills Education Design and deliver life skills development sessions based on WHO’s 10 core life skills: decision making, communication, empathy, stress management, etc. Use interactive and participatory methods (role plays, storytelling, games, group discussions) 4. Formation & Facilitation of Adolescent Groups Mobilize and form Adolescent Boys’ and Girls’ Groups in villages or schools Develop monthly activity calendars including thematic sessions on health, hygiene, gender equality, digital safety, and reproductive rights 5. Community Engagement & Capacity Building Organize community meetings, wall painting drives, rallies, street plays (nukkad nataks) to sensitize on child marriage, early school dropout, and child protection Build capacity of PRI members, frontline workers (ASHA, Anganwadi, ANM) and school committees on child protection roles Facilitate access to scholarships, helplines (1098), and government child welfare schemes