Ramanuj Banerjee

Programme Officer , United Nations Human Settelments Programme

Kolkata, India

A highly motivated and result driven professional. Seeking to be an effective catalyst positively contributing to organizational objectives. Seeking challenging position in Project Management and Environmental Planning and deliver best-in-class results in an organisation of repute

Contact Ramanuj Banerjee
Area of Expertise:
  • Disaster, Aid, Emergencies, Relief
  • Environment, Climate, Energy, Water, Sanitation
  • Fundraising, Business Development, Grants Writer
  • Infrastructure, Technology, Engineering, Science
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
Professional Experience:

I am a civil engineer with 7+ years of extensive experience in project management and environmental planning, and specific proficiency in handling multi-million dollar water and sanitation projects across India with focus on developing water demand management strategies. I am seeking a challenging position to contribute creative and highly developed engineering as well as project management skills towards the achievement of tangible and intangible organizational objectives.

I have an excellent track record of leading and planning major water and sanitation projects from inception to completion. I have dexterously conducted Poverty Pocket Situational Analysis under the Water for Asian Cities Program (WAC), which has facilitated in prioritizing investment in water and sanitation needs of poverty pockets and leveraged 4.2 million pound funding from DFID, Government of UK. I have also successfully implemented Water Supply Scheme in 3 cities through innovative financing, resulting in up-scaling the same to 40 more locations by the Government of Madhya Pradesh. Moreover, I have been instrumental in providing strategic advice and support to the Government on reform options.

I have gained mastery in almost all aspects of establishing project plans, policies and strategies for enhancing operational effectiveness and quality assurance. This has enabled me to independently manage more than 36 projects. I have undertaken numerous Water Demand Management initiatives for reducing unaccounted water. My extensive experience in cost control, reporting, providing commercial advice to the senior management during project development and execution as well as my qualities as a professional have so impressed my employers that I have often been allotted multifaceted profiles.

I am adept at planning project schedules, revolving funds, conducting cost estimate for civil works and cost impact of changes, modifications and alternatives, in addition to coordinating multi-disciplinary task-focused teams. My ability to perform well under pressure and commitment to quality are credentials that I can immediately apply to contribute to the success of your highly esteemed organization and make me a valuable team member. My attached CV details my experience. I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my qualifications further.

Education:

I am a dynamic Civil Engineer with specialization in Environmental Planning. I am working for the last 7 years in the Water for Asian Cities programme of the UN Human Settlements Program (UN-HABITAT), a major development programme mandated by the UN General Assembly.

Affiliations and Achievements:

Affiliations:

Member Institute of Engineers since 2004

Achievements
• Independently managed 36+ water and sanitation projects.
• Successfully conducted Poverty Pocket Situational Analysis, developed statistical report, leveraged more than 4.2 million pound funding from DFID, Government of UK.
• Efficiently led implementation of The Slum Environmental Sanitation initiative, resulting in up-scaling of the initiative through loan covenant of Asian Development Bank of 5.6 million dollars by Government of Madhya Pradesh (MP).
• Developed Water Demand Management (WDM) strategies and implementation plans for 4 cities in MP.
• Undertook WDM initiatives, which acted as catalyst in drive for reducing unaccounted water by Municipal Corporations of Gwalior & Jabalpur.
- Resulting in implementing district metered area in Gwalior and providing electromagnetic meters in trunk mains in Jabalpur.
• Defined techniques to reduce water losses in the distribution system, coordinated with urban local bodies for creating special units for leak detection/control and adopting various techniques for reducing water losses.
• Instrumental in drafting policy paper on Rain Water Harvesting and WDM, which have been adopted by the Government for implementation.
• Implemented Rain Water Harvesting structures in 16 schools and obtained funds for school activities in 14 states in India.
• Developed City Sanitation Plan for Gwalior, which is being reviewed for national level funding by the Government of India.
• Successfully implemented Water Supply Scheme in 3 cities through innovative financing, later upscaled to 40 more locations.
• Pioneered the following programs which have been subsequently replicated and scaled up by the Government:
- Community Managed Water Supply Scheme (CMWSS) & Community Managed Pro-poor Water Purification and Bottling Scheme (CPWBS)
- Slums Environmental Sanitation Initiative
- Rejuvenation of Community Toilets
- Community Managed Sewerage Scheme
• Proffered strategic advice & support to the Government on reform options.

Available for:

  • Job opportunities

Years of Experience:

5-10 years

Highest Qualification:

Bachelors

Languages:

English, Hindi

Nationality:

India

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