Rupsha Banerjee

Social Scientist , International non- profit

Nairobi, Kenya

Rural development and research experience in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa with a focus on social and
institutional change processes, gender and political dimensions of agriculture in developing countries,
institutions and policies for innovation in agriculture and natural resource management and
communication strategies to link knowledge with action for sustainable development

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Area of Expertise:
  • Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural
  • Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
  • Environment, Climate, Energy, Water, Sanitation
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
  • Private Sector, Social Enterprise, Corporate Social Responsibility
Professional Experience:

I have over 10 years experience in working with NGOs, private sector and well known international organizations. My expertise lie in research for development that can stimulate innovations for development.I have a a deep understanding of institutional needs for emerging markets and their influence in rural transformation, decision making in households and livelihoods in the developing countries of Asia and Africa. I have extensive experience in project management, resource mobilization and mentorship, while linking knowledge with action for sustainable development.

Education:

Phd in “An Innovation Systems Perspective on Adaptation Strategies to Climate Variability and
Water Management in India” with Prof. Giuliano Pancaldi (CIS, Bologna University) and Prof. Regina
Birner (Social & Institutional Change in Agricultural Development, University of Hohenheim)
M.Phil in Planning and Development – Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, IIT Bombay
Masters in Social Work (MSW) with Specialization in Social Welfare Administration, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, India
BA with Specialization: Political Science Additional Subjects – History and English Literature
Diploma in Geopolitics and International Relations from the Deccan Education, Fergusson College, University of Pune, India

Available for:

  • Job opportunities
  • Being headhunted – make me an offer

Years of Experience:

10-15 years

Highest Qualification:

Doctorate

Languages:

English, Italian, German, Swahili

Nationality:

India

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