International Consultant, Social Development, Livelihoods and Agricult
Resume:
Curriculum Vitae – Shekhar Anand
S No General Information
* ******* *********** ********* **********
* ********** **+ years in senior advisory roles for livelihoods, land governance, and resilience
programming” (if you want to emphasize
seniority).
4 Nationality Indian
5 Address 70C Pocket 6, Mayur Vihar 3, New Delhi
110096, India
6 Telephone Number 999*******
7 E-Mail Address of the Employee **********@*****.*** 8 Location New Delhi
9 Education
Degree (Specialization) Year Institution
9.1 Master of Science in Management of Non-
Governmental Organisations
1999 University of London, The
London School of
Economics and Political
Science, U.K.
9.2 Postgraduate Diploma in Rural Development 1988 Xavier Institute of Social Service, Ranchi,
India
9.3 Bachelor of Science (Geology, Physics,
Mathematics)
1986 Ranchi University
10 Countries of Work Experience India, Afghanistan; Bangladesh, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, United Kingdom, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe,
Nigeria, Kenya, Jordan, Lebanon, Tunisia, Syria,
Yemen, Armenia, Georgia and Tajikistan
11 Employment
Employer From To Position/s Held
11.1 Ernst & Young LLP Jan 2024 Present Part-time Advisor June 2022 Jan 2024 Senior Manager
11.2 Oxfam IBIS January 2020 May 2022 Senior Advisor 11.3 Oxfam Novib June 2019 December 2019 Livelihood Advisor 11.4 Oxfam GB June 2017 February 2019 Resilience Livelihoods Advisor/ Global
Advisor - Markets &
Vulnerability
11.5 Oxfam GB September 2011 May 2017 Regional Livelihoods Development Lead
11.6 Oxfam GB August 2010 September 2011 Programme Director Page 2 of 16
11.7 Oxfam GB September 2007 August 2010 Programme Coordinator -
Livelihoods
11.8 Oxfam GB February 2007 September 2007 Programme Manager -
Agricultural Scale
11.9 Oxfam GB May 2005 February 2007 Livelihood Advisor 11.10 CARE International November 2003 January 2004 Consultant on microfinance
11.11 CARE International February 2004 February 2005 Sector Coordinator, Small
Economic Activities
Development
(SEAD))
program
11.12 India Canada India
Cooperation Office
(ICCO),
Canadian
International
Development
Agency (CIDA)
September 2000 September 2003 Advisor, Results-
Based Management
11.13 CARE India January 1992 September 1998 Project Officer, Regional Program
Manager in the
small economic
activity
development
sector
11.14 Council for
Advancement of
People’s Action & Rural
Technology, Govt of
India, New Delhi.
January 1991 January 1992 Additional Director
June 1988 December 1990 Young Professional
12 Membership of
Professional
Associations
<Certification> <Organization> <Expiry Date>
N/A N/A N/A
13 Other Training(s) AI for Everyone
Annual Data Protection and Information Security Update 2025 Market for Poor
Safeguarding and child protection
14 Language(s)
[For each language
indicate proficiency:
good, fair, or poor in
speaking, reading, and
writing]
English Speaking Good
Reading Good
Writing Good
Hindi Speaking Good
Reading Good
Writing Good
15 Summary of Key Clients Serviced Ernst & Young LLP, India: Engaged in providing strategic insights and
Page 3 of 16
management solutions in the agriculture
and rural development sectors.
Oxfam International: Collaborated with
various Oxfam offices globally, including
Oxfam GB, Oxfam IBIS, and regional
offices in the MENA region, focusing on
youth participation, employment, and
resilient livelihoods.
CARE International: Worked with CARE in
Zimbabwe and Afghanistan, focusing on
small economic activities and
microfinance business planning.
Canadian International Development
Agency (CIDA): Provided advisory
services on results-based management
to enhance project outcomes.
16 Summary of Key Industries Serviced Agriculture and Rural Development: Extensive experience in managing
projects that enhance agricultural
productivity and rural livelihoods.
International Development: Worked
across various countries in the MENA
region, Africa, and Asia, focusing on
sustainable development, economic
justice, and resilience building.
Economic Activities: Expertise in
developing small economic activities and
microfinance strategies to support
vulnerable populations.
17 Detailed tasks handled (Domestic)
Project Management: Led and proposal development and managed multiple projects focused on agriculture, rural development, and economic justice, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client needs.
Analysis and advisory services: Conducted social development analysis for large projects to serve as baseline that provided strategic advice to clients livelihoods, and economic development.
Capacity Building: Conducted training and workshops for local stakeholders to enhance their skills in project implementation and management.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborated with government agencies, NGOs, and community organizations to foster partnerships and drive project success.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Developed frameworks for assessing project impact and effectiveness, ensuring continuous improvement and accountability.
Agricultural Development and Value Chain Management: Led the design and analysis of comprehensive value chain studies for key agricultural subsectors, focusing on crops such as fruits, vegetables, and cereals across multiple regions. Proposal Development & Donor Engagement
Led and contributed to winning proposals for SDC, ADB, EU, DFID/FCDO, DANIDA, and BMGF across Asia, Africa, and MENA.
Successfully supported SDC-funded market system development program in Palestine (USD 20M) through design inputs, technical backstopping, and resilience strategy.
Developed large-scale multi-country proposals for Oxfam (up to EUR 10M in Nigeria and EU- Page 4 of 16
funded programs in the Caucasus).
Drafted proposals integrating land governance, tenure security, climate adaptation, and responsible agricultural investments, aligning with donors’ RBM frameworks.
Experience in budget development, coordinating multi-country inputs, and ensuring compliance with donor guidelines (SDC, AFD, ADB, EU, BMGF). 18 Project Experience
18.1 Project 1: Rajasthan Forestry and Biodiversity Development Project (RFBDP) a. Name of the client Department of Forest, Government of Rajasthan and Agence Française de Développement (AFD)
b. Work Area Conservation and biodiversity
c. Location of the assignment Rajasthan, India
d. Name of the organization for which the
individual was employed, while executing
the assignment
Department of Forest, Government of Rajasthan
e. Position Assigned Advisor
f. Role Played Technical support to the project
g. About the Client & Business Challenges The Forest Department is the main body for sustainable development and environmental
conservation, working on various projects aimed at enhancing community livelihoods, and
biodiversity.
The client faced delays in the completion of key project deliverables and in engaging effectively
with diverse stakeholders. There was a need for
enhanced capacity building to ensure the
successful implementation of sustainable practices and technologies.
h. Tasks Handled Reviewed various project documents and work products
Facilitated community capacity building,
livelihoods, SMC, communications, and
biodiversity to refine deliverables.
Engaged with key stakeholders to address
deliverables.
i. Value Delivered to Client Enhanced project outcomes particularly in agroforestry and biodiversity initiatives.
Comprehensive assessments and discussions that
informed strategic decisions, helping the client
address pending deliverables and streamline
project implementation.
Improved communication materials and reporting
processes, ensuring transparency and
accountability in project progress and stakeholder engagement.
Page 5 of 16
j. Start Year 2024
k. End Year (Year/Ongoing) Ongoing
l. Client Reference Project Director, Aravalli Bhawan, Forest Department, Government of Rajasthan, Jaipur-302004, Rajasthan, ******.******@*********.***.**
18.2 Project 2: : Climate Resilient Brahmaputra Integrated Flood and Riverbank Erosion Risk Management Project in Assam and Climate Adaptive Community-based Water Harvesting Project in Meghalaya.
a. Name of the client Asian Development Bank (ADB) b. Work Area Poverty Reduction and Livelihoods
c. Location of the assignment Livelihood assessment and planning for flood affecte areas in Assam and conducting Poverty and Social
Analysis (PSA) in Meghalaya
d. Name of the organization for which the
individual was employed, while executing
the assignment
Flood And River Erosion Management Agency Of
Assam (FREMAA) and Soil and Water Conservation
Department, Government of Meghalaya
e. Position Assigned International Social Development Specialist Consultant
f. Role Played Designed livelihoods development program through a
systematic and participatory approach.
Conducted market assessment and assessment of
viable livelihoods from among promising market
systems and value chains, and lessons learned
from successes on similar projects in Assam, to
pinpoint opportunities and risks facing extreme
poor households in the selected geographies.
Formulated potential livelihoods interventions
and for Graduation beneficiaries formulate
potential asset packages corresponding to the
recommended livelihood options.
g. About the Client & Business Challenges FREMAA in collaboration with ADB aims to enhance the livelihoods of the extreme poor in
Assam through sustainable development
initiatives. The focus is on designing and
implementing effective livelihoods programs that
address the unique socio-economic challenges
faced by marginalized communities in the region.
The Soil and Water Conservation Division (SWCD)
of Meghalaya is responsible for implementing
sustainable land and water management
practices to combat soil erosion, enhance
agricultural productivity, and promote
environmental conservation in the region. The
division focuses on improving the livelihoods of
local communities while ensuring the sustainable
use of natural resources.
Page 6 of 16
h. Tasks Handled Collaborated with the FREMAA and ADB teams to design a comprehensive livelihoods development
program tailored to the needs of extreme poor
communities in Assam.
Conducted a comprehensive poverty and social
assessment to evaluate the socio-economic
conditions of communities in Meghalaya.
i. Value Delivered to Client Provided actionable insights from the market assessment, enabling the client to implement
targeted interventions that maximize impact.
Strengthened the capacity of local stakeholders
to engage in poverty alleviation efforts through
data-driven insights.
j. Start Year 2024
k. End Year (Year/Ongoing) 2025
l. Client Reference Chief Executive Officer, FREMAA Email: ***-******@*****.***.**, Phone: 0361-
2309896
18.3 Project 3: Transform Agriculture Ecosystem of Uttar Pradesh a. Name of the client Government of Uttar Pradesh (GoUP) and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF)
b. Work Area Agriculture
c. Location of the assignment Uttar Pradesh
d. Name of the organization for which the
individual was employed, while executing the
assignment
Department of Agriculture, Government of Uttar
Pradesh
e. Position Assigned Senior Manager
f. Role Played Led the design and execution of a comprehensive value chain study
Promoted the adoption of innovative
technologies
g. About the Client & Business Challenges The client is the Government of Uttar Pradesh's Department of Agriculture, responsible for
implementing agricultural policies and programs
aimed at improving the livelihoods of farmers and
enhancing agricultural productivity in the state.
Smallholder farmers often face challenges in
accessing markets, leading to limited income
opportunities and reliance on traditional farming
practices.
Page 7 of 16
h. Tasks Handled Led the design and analysis of a value chain study of key agricultural subsectors in the state for 18 crops (fruits and vegetables and cereals) in 40
districts
Analyzed demand and market, including e-
commerce, and private sector linkages (retail,
wholesale, and processing)
Conducted demand analyses for the socio-
economic development of smallholder farmers.
Analyzed crop data, prices, economic data, and
information
i. Value Delivered to Client Delivered a detailed value chain study that provided the Government of Uttar Pradesh with
critical insights into the agricultural subsectors, enabling informed decision-making for policy and
program development.
Provided recommendations for sustainable
practices based on market and demand analyses,
fostering long-term resilience and economic
stability for smallholder farmers in the region.
j. Start Year 2022
k. End Year (Year/Ongoing) 2024
l. Client Reference Directorate of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh, Krishi Bhawan, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
18.4 Project 4: Agriculture scale-up program, Accenture Development Partnership, and Oxfam Entrepreneurship Development Program (EDP)
a. Name of the client Department of Agriculture, Government of Ethiopia b. Work Area Agriculture
c. Location of the assignment Addis Ababa, Ethiopia d. Name of the organization for which the
individual was employed, while executing
the assignment
Department of Agriculture, Government of Ethiopia
e. Position Assigned Program Director and Senior Manager Agricultural scale-up
f. Role Played Smallholder agriculture, women’s economic development, project management, partnership, and
government capacity building
Page 8 of 16
g. About the Client & Business Challenges The client comprises the Agriculture Scale-Up Program, Accenture Development Partnership,
and Oxfam Entrepreneurship Development
Program (EDP). This collaboration aims to
enhance smallholder agriculture, promote
women's economic development, and build
capacity within government and local
organizations in Ethiopia.
A significant challenge was the need to effectively support one million smallholder farmers in
developing sustainable agricultural practices and
improving their livelihoods.
h. Tasks Handled Led multiple donor-funded programs focused on emergency response, food security, and resilience
building for smallholder farmers.
Managed agriculture scale-up program targeting
one million farmers, developing sustainable food
systems and facilitating social protection
initiatives.
Organized organic coffee farmers, connected
smallholder farmers with export markets,
strengthened producer cooperatives, and
introduced modern beekeeping techniques for
women.
Developed the technical capacity of partners and staff through innovative learning approaches and
training programs.
Established and maintained strategic partnerships with local and global organizations, representing
the program to donors and government entities.
Advocated for the rights of the poor by engaging with regional and national alliances, facilitating networking, and promoting value chain forums.
Spearheaded substantial program growth,
managed senior staff, and ensured timely delivery
of various donor contracts.
Administered a £5M+ emergency response
program as part of the East Africa Appeal in 2010. Page 9 of 16
i. Value Delivered to Client Successfully improved the livelihoods of one million smallholder farmers by developing
sustainable agricultural practices and facilitating access to export markets.
Promoted gender equity by introducing modern
beekeeping techniques and supporting women in
agriculture, thereby increasing their economic
contributions.
Enhanced the technical capacity of local partners and government institutions, ensuring the
sustainability of agricultural initiatives and
programs.
Facilitated connections between smallholder
farmers and export markets, significantly
improving their income potential and economic
resilience.
Established strategic partnerships that fostered collaboration among various stakeholders,
enhancing the overall effectiveness of agricultural programs.
Achieved substantial program growth and
successfully managed donor contracts, ensuring
that initiatives were delivered on time and met
the expected outcomes.
j. Start Year 2007
k. End Year (Year/Ongoing) 2011
l. Client Reference Oxfam GB, Oxfam House, John Smith Drive, Oxford, OX4 2JY. Phone at +44 (0-192*-*****
18.5 Project 5: To lead economic growth programs development and implementation in the Commonwealth Independent States (CIS) and Middle East (ME) region. a. Name of the client Oxfam country offices in the Commonwealth Independent States (CIS) and the Middle East
b. Work Area Economic Growth ad Livelihoods
c. Location of the assignment Oxford, UK
d. Name of the organization for which the
individual was employed, while executing
the assignment
Oxfam GB
e. Position Assigned Regional Livelihoods Development Lead f. Role Played Advisory and project management on Economic Justice, Market-based development, Private sector
Engagement, Livelihoods, Women’s Economic
Empowerment
Page 10 of 16
g. About the Client & Business Challenges • Oxfam GB is a leading international development organization focused on alleviating poverty and
promoting economic justice. Through various
programs, Oxfam aims to empower marginalized
communities, enhance livelihoods, and advocate
for sustainable development practices. The
organization works globally, addressing issues
such as food security, gender equality, and social protection.
• Oxfam faces the challenge of addressing
economic disparities among rural households,
particularly in regions like Khatlon, Tajikistan,
where many families struggle with poverty and
limited access to resources.
h. Tasks Handled • Provided design support and technical assistance to the GREAT program, focusing on promoting
fee-based service delivery for 9,700 rural
households in Tajikistan.
• Managed EUR 4 million EU-funded programs on
food security policies across the Caucasus, leading humanitarian and economic recovery efforts for
vulnerable communities.
• Led assessments and analyses of agricultural
value chains, designing resilient interventions
that incorporated market-based approaches and
multi-stakeholder networking.
• Facilitated the development of livelihood
strategies and program design for country teams,
organizing field visits and workshops to identify
context-specific resilient building blocks.
• Accelerated business support and program
growth of approximately £40M through the
execution of initiatives in ten countries with
multiple donors.
• Led proposal development and successfully wrote
bids for large-scale resilient development
projects, including a £10M+ project in Nigeria.
• Organized five annual learning events across
several countries, benefiting over 100 staff and
partners and producing 30+ program learning
case studies.
• Developed initiatives for the Armenia livelihood program, providing technical support on fruit
processing, local value chain forums, and
innovative extension service delivery.
• Provided technical leadership to the European
Neighborhood Programme for Agriculture and
Rural Development (ENPARD) in Georgia.
Page 11 of 16
i. Value Delivered to Client • Successfully managed food security programs that supported vulnerable communities in the
Caucasus, contributing to improved food
availability and stability.
• Developed and implemented resilient
interventions based on thorough value chain
assessments, strengthening the capacity of
smallholder farmers to adapt to market demands.
• Strengthened the capacity of local organizations and stakeholders, enabling them to effectively
implement agricultural and economic
development initiatives.
j. Start Year 2011
k. End Year (Year/Ongoing) 2017
l. Client Reference Oxfam GB, Oxfam House, John Smith Drive, Oxford, OX4 2JY. Phone at +44 (0-192*-*****
18.6 Project 6: Youth Participation and Employment (YPE) project in 4 MENA countries a. Name of the client Oxfam Denmark and Danish ministry of foreign affairs, Danish Arab Partnership Program, (DAPP)
b. Work Area Youth employment and participation
c. Location of the assignment Roving support to Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, and Tunisia
(Based in Delhi)
d. Name of the organization for which the
individual was employed, while executing
the assignment
Oxfam Denmark
e. Position Assigned Senior Advisor – Youth Participation and Employment f. Role Played Technical support and leadership for multi-country project management
g. About the Client & Business Challenges • The Youth Participation and Employment (YPE) project, funded by the Danish Ministry of Foreign
Affairs through the Danish Arab Partnership
Program (DAPP), aims to create job opportunities
for youth in the MENA region, fostering their
active participation in economic development.
• The MENA region faces high levels of youth
unemployment, necessitating targeted
interventions to create job opportunities and
promote economic participation among young
people.
Page 12 of 16
h. Tasks Handled • Facilitated the creation of job opportunities for 9,000 youth, focusing on green and innovative
sectors, including agriculture, agribusiness, and
digitalization.
• Implemented the regional component of the YPE
program across Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, and
Tunisia, ensuring effective delivery of project
objectives.
• Served as Interim Team Leader during the COVID-
19 pandemic, leading the program through
challenges and adapting strategies to maintain
momentum.
• Developed and implemented learning initiatives,
documenting program experiences and outcomes
for wider sharing among stakeholders and
partners.
i. Value Delivered to Client • Successfully created job opportunities for 9,000 youth in targeted sectors, contributing to
economic empowerment and resilience in the
MENA region.
• Promoted job creation in green and innovative
sectors, aligning with broader goals of sustainable development and environmental responsibility.
• Ensured the successful implementation of the YPE program across four countries, maintaining
alignment with project objectives and timelines.
j. Start Year 2020
k. End Year (Year/Ongoing) 2022
l. Client Reference Oxfam Denmark, Vesterbrogade 2B, 1620 Copenhagen V, Denmark. +45 35 35 87 88 f email
*****@*****.**.
18.7 Project7: To lead economic justice programs in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region
a.Name of the client Oxfam country offices and the MENA Regional Platform, Oxfam International
b.Work Area Economic development, livelihoods recovery, climate change adaptation, women’s economic
empowerment
a. Location of the assignment Oxford, UK
b. Name of the organization for which the
individual was employed, while executing
the assignment
Oxfam GB
Page 13 of 16
c. Position Assigned Global Advisor - Resilient Livelihood/ Markets & Vulnerabilities
d. Role Played Economic development, livelihoods recovery, climate change adaptation, women’s economic
empowerment
e. About the Client & Business Challenges • Through its various programs, Oxfam focuses on empowering marginalized communities,
enhancing livelihoods, and advocating for
sustainable development practices. The Economic
Justice Programs in the Middle East and North
Africa (MENA) region aim to foster economic
development, support livelihoods recovery, adapt
to climate change, and promote women's
economic empowerment across multiple
countries.
• The MENA region faces significant challenges due to fragile and conflict-affected contexts, which
complicate efforts to implement effective
economic development programs.
f. Tasks Handled • Led Economic Justice Programs across 11 countries in the MENA region, focusing on
economic development and livelihoods recovery.
• Provided technical backstopping to market
system development programs in Palestine,
managing a USD 20 million initiative funded by
SIDA, EU, SDC, and DANIDA.
• Facilitated resilient development initiatives in fragile and conflict-affected contexts, ensuring
that programs are adaptable and sustainable.
• Supported global programs on markets and
vulnerable livelihoods, sharing best practices and lessons learned across regions.
• Designed EUR 10 million programs in Nigeria
aimed at resilience building in the North, funded
by the European Union.
• Managed a community of practice on economic
justice in the MENA region, facilitating learning
and knowledge sharing across programs.
• Strengthened the multi-stakeholder ecosystem in
various countries to influence policies and
support economic justice initiatives.
Page 14 of 16
g. Value Delivered to Client • Successfully led economic justice programs that contributed to the resilience of communities in 11 MENA countries, fostering sustainable livelihoods
and economic development.
• Provided technical support that enhanced the
effectiveness of the USD 20 million market
system development program in Palestine,
improving access to economic opportunities for
vulnerable populations.
• Promoted women's economic empowerment and
youth participation in economic activities,
addressing critical barriers to employment and
economic inclusion.
• Developed comprehensive programs, such as the
EUR 10 million initiative in Nigeria, that are
aligned with the needs of vulnerable communities
and funded by reputable organizations.
h. Start Year 2017
i. End Year (Year/Ongoing) 2019
j. Client Reference Oxfam GB, Oxfam House, John Smith Drive, Oxford, OX4 2JY. Phone at +44 (0-192*-*****
18.8 Project 8: To manage agriculture extension services projects and rural microfinance projects in Zimbabwe.
a. Name of the client CARE Canada
b. Work Area Small economic activity development,
entrepreneurship, and microfinance
a. Location of the assignment
b. Name of the organization for which the
individual was employed, while
executing the assignment
Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA)
and Swiss Development Corporation (SDC)
c. Position Assigned Sector Coordinator, Small Economic Activities Development
d. Role Played Small economic activity development, entrepreneurship, and microfinance
Page 15 of 16
e. About the Client & Business Challenges • CARE International is a prominent humanitarian organization focused on international
development, particularly through small
enterprise development. In Zimbabwe, CARE aims
to enhance economic opportunities for
marginalized communities by supporting
smallholder farmers and promoting
entrepreneurship through various programs,
including agriculture extension and rural
microfinance.
f. Tasks Handled • Led the economic development program portfolio in Zimbabwe, developing and implementing
strategies for community-based rural
microfinance, agribusiness, and market linkages.
• Managed multi-donor-funded projects, ensuring
alignment with the goals of the Canadian
International Development Agency (CIDA) and
Swiss Development Corporation (SDC).
• Developed the capacity of national staff and local organizations, providing training and support to
enhance their effectiveness in implementing
economic initiatives.
• Integrated HIV/AIDS interventions into
community-based projects, promoting health and
well-being alongside economic development.
• Provided business support to small farmers and
entrepreneurs, facilitating program growth and
improving their access to resources and markets.
• Managed staff, supervised field offices,
coordinated with national partners, and
mobilized resources to ensure the successful
implementation of projects.
g. Value Delivered to Client • Successfully led programs that improved economic opportunities for small farmers and
entrepreneurs, contributing to increased income
and food security in the communities served.
• Strengthened the capacity of local organizations and national staff, enabling them to effectively
implement and sustain economic development
initiatives.
• Developed market linkages that enhanced access
to markets for small farmers, facilitating better
prices for their products and improving their
livelihoods.
h. Start Year 2004
i. End Year (Year/Ongoing) 2005
Page 16 of 16
j. Client Reference CARE Zimbabwe, 124 Churchill Road Gunhill Rd, Harare, ***.********@****.***. Phone –
I, hereby confirm that all the information and details provided and updated by me in my Curriculum Vitae (CV) are true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I acknowledge that I am solely responsible for the authenticity of the content included in the document and understand that any misrepresentation or false information may lead to appropriate corrective actions as per organizational policies.
Name: Shekhar Anand
Signature:
Date (Day/Month/Year): 05/09/2025
Contact this candidate