Raja Kesavan

AVP - CSR @ Equitas Small Finance Bank

About

CAREER OBJECTIVE To head operations of a business unit which involves visionary leadership role, with a progressive, innovative and competitive organization, that offers a professionally challenging and rewarding environment. PROFESSIONAL EXPOSURE Business Development Responsible for business development, to ensure volume sales and realizing the sales target in various financial products category in the territory assigned. Strategic Planning Conceptualize & execute the required strategies for sales to realize the targets. Launched new products in the markets worked with. Key Account Management Working with key groups to promote new products and services Team Development Responsible for the recruitment, training and development of the territorial teams for various markets and territories and product ranges Client Relations Responsible for creating and maintaining good rapport with customers, principals and others Coordination / Liaison Responsible for liaison, coordinating and maintaining relationship with clients, customers and others Corporate Social Responsibility Provide direction to the key objectives while working with local teams and associates. Realizing the CSR related business targets with objectivity.

Country

India

City

Erode

Industry

Financial Services

Skill

Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy Development, Community Engagement & Outreach, Budget Development and Oversight, Partnership Development & Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis and Strategy Alignment, Corporate Social Responsibility, Sales Management, Management, Business Development, Team Management, Relationship Management, MIS, Financial Analysis, Business Planning, Investments, Banking, Analysis

Experience

AVP - CSR

Equitas Small Finance Bank

2024-6 - Present · 2 yrs 4 mos

Erode, Tamil Nadu, India

Corporate Social Responsibility and Community Development Specialist Village Adoption Initiatives: Spearheaded the adoption of multiple villages, delivering holistic services to enhance residents' quality of life. Environmental Advocacy: Raised awareness of environmental sustainability, emphasizing ecosystem preservation within corporate initiatives. NGO Collaboration: Partnered with NGOs to design and execute strategies for sustainable community development and empowerment programs. Strategic Data Oversight: Supervised data collection on lobbying activities by state, municipal governments, and commercial sectors to inform company strategies. Health Program Leadership: Directed a district-aligned health initiative, significantly improving community wellness metrics. Skill Development: Designed and executed comprehensive training programs, enhancing employee performance and improving lifestyle outcomes. Market Linkage Initiatives: Collaborated with educational institutions to create direct student engagement with company products, fostering market linkages. Youth Empowerment: Organized and led job fairs for unemployed youth by building alliances with leading corporations, facilitating employment opportunities. CSR Strategy Development: Orchestrated CSR strategies aligned with corporate goals and stakeholder expectations, ensuring impactful initiatives. Budget Management: Developed and managed annual budgets, ensuring resource optimization across CSR initiatives. Performance Reviews: Conducted regular reviews with CSR Officers to ensure alignment with objectives and efficient program execution. Reporting and Communication: Prepared detailed Management Information System (MIS) reports and professional presentations for projects.