Our Team Members
Our Board of Directors
Dr. Tirtha Raj Regmi
President
Veterinarian with 28+ years of experience in livestock and rural development. Country Director at Heifer Nepal
Ms. Neena Joshi
Secretary
Development professional with 20 years of experience in community development. Senior Vice President of Asia Programs at Heifer International
Mr. Bivek Shah
Treasurer
Experienced in management advisory, financial resource management, and procurement
Mr. Rabi Kiran Adhikari
CEO
Experienced development professional with experienced working in different INGOs in Nepal.
Our Experts
| SN | Name | Sector of Expertize | Qualification | Skills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abhishek Khadka | Food System | PhD Student: Food Nutrition Innovation & Health (FINH), Plant Protein, Food and Nutrition Security, Asian Institute of Technology (2024-now) Master’s degree in food technology-Central Department of Food Technology, Tribhuvan University, Core Subjects: Dairy Technology, Tea & Coffee Technology, Food Process Engineering, Food Biotechnology, Food Ecology, Food Science (2011-13) Bachelor’s degree in food technology-Institute of Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, Core Subjects: Food Chemistry, Food Processing, Food Engineering, Food Quality Control, Food Microbiology, Storage, Packaging, Dairy Technology, Meat Technology, Cereal Technology (2007-11) | Research, Proposal writing, Food System, Training, Policy Analysis, Data Visualization |
| 2 | Aroj KC | GIS | Bachelor of Engineering in Geomatics Engineering | 3.17 CGPA, Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel, Nepal Major: Engineering (GIS, Remote Sensing, Web GIS, Cartography, Data Base Management System, Cadastre, Land Administration, Surveying) | ArcGIS, ENVI, QGIS, SNAP, Pix4D, GNSS Solution, Trimble Business Center, Postgres, Google Earth, AutoCAD, Drone, DGPS, HandGPS, Total Station, Theodolite C, C++, SQL, Java, and Pythn, Kobo Toolbox |
| 3 | Bhaskar Prasad Panta | Finance | Certified Management Accountant ACCA (ICMA- Australia)- ongoing Master of Business Studies, Tribhuwan University, 2016 Bachelor of Business Studies, Tribhuvan University,2009 | Financial Management and Grant, Financial Policy |
| 4 | Bhogendra Raj Dotel | Public Health | MASTER’S IN PUBLIC HEALTH, 1999 AD, Institute of Medicine, Central Campus Maharajgunj, Kathmandu Nepal BACHELOR’S IN PUBLIC HEALTH. 1993 AD, Institute of Medicine, Central Campus Maharajgunj,Kathmandu Nepal CERTIFICATE LEVEL IN GENERAL MEDICINE, 1985 AD, Institute of Medicine, Central Campus Maharajgunj, Kathmandu Nepal | Maternal, child, adolescent health, and family planning programs. Research, training, professional leadership, health management and administration, logistic management, health coordination, and thematic development. |
| 5 | Bhola Prasad Koirala | Statistician/Demographer | LLB (Law), 2014- 2019Nepal Law College, Kathmandu Nepal, TU: Juvenile Justice, Population Law, Public International Law, Legal Research MA Population (Demography), 2006- 2008, Tribhuvan University, Central Department of Population (CDPS), Kathmandu Nepal, (i)Advanced Demographics Technique, (ii)Reproductive Health and Gender Equality, (iii)Research Methodology, (iv)Social Justice, (v)Migration, development, and Urbanization, (vi)Demographic methods for population analysis B.Sc. Statistics, 2001-2005, Tri-Chandra Multiple Collage, Kathmandu Nepal, TU, Statistics, Geology, Mathematics | Mixed Method Research, Data design and analysis, SPSS, CSPro, ODK/KOBO, REDCap, and MS Excel, ArcGIS, Project Evaluation |
| 6 | Bhupmani Dahal | DRR/Climate Risk Expert | Masters degree in Sociology and Anthropology | DRR, LDCRF, School Safety, Emergency Response, Policy Analyst, Leadership Development, VCA, |
| 7 | Bindu Pokhrel Gautam | GEDSI | Master of Arts in Sociology, Tribhuwan University, Nepal, 1987 Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Culture, Tribhuwan University, Nepal, 1983 | Research, program design and implementation, policy and strategies development, training including content development and facilitation relating to gender, equity and human rights (GER) and development challenges, assessments, evaluation, training, and GESI mainstreaming in multi-sector programs, strategy development, advocacy initiatives and policy inputs |
| 8 | Chittaranjan Pandey | Policy Researcher and Data Analyst | PhD (Governance and Development)- Graduate School of Public Administration, NIDA (Bangkapi, Bangkok) –Degree awaited, Multiple Regression Analysis (MAPD Framework) and Panel Data Regression Masters in international Cooperation and Development (MICD), (Dean List)- Mid- West University, Nepal (2014): Contingent Valuation Method (CVM), Logit Regression and Cost Benefit Analysis MA in Economics – Tribhuvan University (Modular Courses) (2012-2014) Bachelors in Development Finance (BDFin), (Gold Medalist) – National College, Kathmandu University (2010) | Data Analyst, economic evaluation models like Cost Benefit Analysis and Cost Effectiveness Analysis, SPSS, Position Paper Expert, Report Writer |
| 9 | Dr. Bidhya Chapagain | Legal Expert | Doctor of Philosophy, Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia (February 2023) Master of Community Development, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia (January 2016) Master of Sociology and Anthropology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal (June 2005) Bachelor of Law, Nepal Law Campus, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal (December 2000) | Institutional governance and safeguarding policies, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, and Children Protection,rights of LGBTQIA+ persons with disabilities, GBV against women and girls with disabilities, Organisational Institutional Policies including conflict of interest, data protection and security, grievance handling mechanism and legal compliance and ethics; Policy on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion; Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, and Children Protection and Code of Conduct. Review of legal/policy documents - laws, policies, strategies, guidelines – from both legal and GESI lens. |
| 10 | Jeeban Ghimire | Public health/Nutrition | Ph.D. in Public Health MA Population, Gender and Development Studies Masters in health Education | Project Evaluation expert, Program design, operation and management, organization management, climate actions, health system strengthening, research, policy dialogue, government liaison, and project cycle management, Health policy, Mental health, Nutrition expert |
| 11 | Kapil Sharma | Psychosocial expert/ Trainer | Masters in Counseling Psychology- MCP ICMS- Samarpan Academy Tribhuwan University Bachelor in Public Health- BPH Sanjeevani College of Medical Sciences- Purbanchal University Diploma in general Medicine- Health Assistant (HA) Rambhadevi College of Medical Sciences- CTEVT | Consultant on Mental Health and Lecture of Psychology Radio Program Producer & Presenter- RJ Lead Speaker-50+ Mental Wellbeing Sessions |
| 12 | Keshav P. Bhattarai, | Development Expert | Ph.D. Economics (running), 2020, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur M. Phil, Economics, 2015, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur M. A, Economics, 2006, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur B. A., English, Economics, 2003, MRM Campus, Ilam | research/study/survey and planning, periodic plans, revenue improvement action plans, and capacity development plans,economic policies of federal, provincial, and municipal governments |
| 13 | Kiran Ghimire Regmi | Public Health | Post Doctorate: Centre for Population and Development Studies, Harvard School of Public Health, USA Ph. D Public health, New England University, Australia M A. Anthropology/Sociology, Tribhuvan University, Nepal MPH, University of Edinburgh, Scotland MD, Gyne/Obs, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), India MBBS, Rajendra Medical College, Ranchi, India | Research Expert, Policy Expert, M&E Expert, Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child, Adolescent Health, Family Planning (RMNCAH/FP) Expert |
| 14 | Kshitiz Khanal | Researcher | Master of Arts: Rural Development Tribhuvan University | August 2016 – September 2018 Bachelor of Arts: Social Work and Rural Development Thames International College | August 2011 – July 2014 | Proposal writer Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis Foundational Learning Outcomes Assessment Quasi-experimental and other longitudinal Studies Knowledge Management Systems and Learning Platforms Capacity Building and Training Facilitation Report Writing and Donor Reporting Stakeholder Coordination and Partnership Development Leadership and Team Management |
| 15 | Mahendra Bikram Shah | Public Health | Master of Philosophy (MPhil), Central Department of Population Studies, TU, Kirtipur. 2018-2020. Master of Public Health (MPH), BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, Dharan, Nepal, Oct ’05-Oct ‘07. Bachelor of Health Care Management (BHCM), Pokhara University, Nepal, June 2000 – Aug 2003. Proficiency Certificate Level in General Medicine, IoM, TU, Maharajgunj, Nepal 1985 – 1987 | Training, Research, Project Management, Disability |
| 16 | Mahesh Jaishi | Agriculture | PHD Fellow- Agriculture, TU M. Sc. (Extension education) 2005, IAAS, Rampur, Chitwan, Nepal, Distinction | Research and evaluation, Strategic planing, Soil mapping, PLA/LAAN, Integreted farming, Municipal Agriculture Strategy and Action Plan, Business Plan preparation, Policy Analyst, Renowned Trainer |
| 17 | Milan Dhakal | Nutrition Expert | M.Sc. Food Science for Nutrition, Institute of Nutrition, Mahidol University, Thailand, 2022, GPA: 4.0 B.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics, Central Campus of Technology /Tribhuvan University Nepal, 2014, 77.95% | Advance Excel Training, Gender and Protection, Nutrition Sensitive Microplanning, LANN+, Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM), Research methodology, Statistical analysis, proposal writing and report writing, Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS), WHO Anthro and Anthro+, Referencing Software, Nepali typing, ODK software (SurveyCTO, Kobo). |
| 18 | Mona Giri | Public Health | Master of Public Health, Tribhuwan University, Institute of Medicine, Maharajgunj, 2016 MA Sociology, Tribhuwan University,Padma Kanya Multiple Campus, 2012 Bachelor of Public Health, Purbanchal University, Nepal Institute of Health Sciences, 2010 | Trainer and Researcher, Sexual and reproductive health (SRH)- women’s health, family planning, adolescent sexual and reproductive health, maternal and neonatal health, safe abortion and multisectoral nutrition, ASRH, MNCH, GESI and nutrition |
| 19 | Naveen Adhikari | Economist and Data analyst | PhD Scholar, Tribhuvan Univeristy, Kathmandu, Nepal (2017-) Master of Arts in Economics, Central Department of Economics, Tribhuvan University, 2003 B. A. (Mathematics and Economics), RR College, Tribhuvan University, 2000 | Microeconomics, Quantitative Techniques (Statistics and Mathematics), Econometrics, Research Methodology, Impact Evaluation, Survey Data Expert, Profile and Periodic Plan, Socio-Economist/Data Analyst, Macroeconomic Expert, CBA, |
| 20 | Pratisha Joshi | Researcher | Master of Arts (Sociology) Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur 2021- Present Bachelor of Science (Physics), Goldengate International College, Tribhuvan University,2015-2019 | MS Office, Adobe Photoshop, Search Engine Optimization, Research, Content Creation, Digital Marketing, and Social Media Management, Leadership, Public Speaking & Communications, Presentation, Strategic Planning, Community Interaction, Public Relations |
| 21 | Pushkar Ghimire | Proposal writer/ Researcher | Master's Degree in Rural Development, TU [ 2020] Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities and Social Sciences (English & Economics) T.U [2003] | Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) / Research and analytical skills / Organizational and planning skills / Leadership, Decision making, Critical thinking, Relationship building / People management / Training design and facilitation / Data collection, analysis and reporting / Communication and collaboration / Conflict management / Problem Solving / Report and Minute writing / Concept Note & Proposal development / Result based management / |
| 22 | Sandesh Ghimire | Researcher | Master of Science in Public Health Microbiology (Tribhuvan University), Central Department of Microbiology, TU - 3.80 CGPA Bachelor of Science (Tribhuvan University), Tri-Chandra Multiple Campus | Proposal writing, Field Research |
| 23 | Saraswati Giri | Public Health | Master of Public Health/WHO TDR Scholarship, James P Grant/School of Public Health Bangladesh Msc in Health Science Technology, Nepal Open University Master in Sociology, TU Bachelor Science in Nursing (PBBN)/Midwifery, Purbanchal University Staff Nurse/Diploma in Nursing, CTEVT | Q-GIS, Data analysis, STATA, National Mentor-MNCH/FP, CTS/COFP/IUCD, SBA, ASRH, BHS STP, DHIS-2, MPDSR, Critical nursing care, CBIMNCI, Emergency Trauma Management, GESI, SGBV, Infection prevention, Hospital Waste Management, Hospital Emergency Preparedness plan, Advance life support, Basic Life Support, PBCC |
| 24 | Shankar Subedi | Agriculture | M.Sc. (Agriculture Economics): University of Hohenheim, Stuttgart, Germany ( Oct 2011- Aug 2014) B.Sc. (Agriculture Science): Tribhuwan University (1998 – 2002) | Project development, planning, and execution , Qualitative, and quantitative research, and engaged in survey and evaluation of various projects on agriculture value chain, women empowerment, Economic Empowerment, livelihood promotion. Facilitated various trainings on agriculture value chain, sub-sector analysis, cooperative business, and entrepreneurship development, Start and Improve your Business |
| 25 | Shekhar Raj Devkota | Researcher/Data Analyst | Masters of Arts (M.A.), Sociology, Central Department Of Sociology/Anthropology, Tribhuvan University, Nepal. Bachelors of Arts (B.A.), Sociology and Political Science, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal | KOBO, Magpi, Cs-Pro, SPSS, • m-Water /Solstice, dBASE, WASH Data, Post Distribution Monitoring, |
| 26 | Sudip Pokhrel | Statistician | M.Sc. in Statistics (2017), Tribhuvan University, Nepal B.Sc. in Statistics (2014), Tribhuvan University (TU), Nepal | R programming, STATA, SPSS, Advance Excel, Factor Analysis and Structural Equation Modelling, Thesis Guide/Co-guide |
| 27 | Sunil Khatiwada | Researcher | Leading Ph.D in Rural Development (Tribhuwan University-Nepal,) M.A in Social Science (Rural Development), Nepal M.A. in Social Science (Mass Communication), Nepal B. A in Social Science (English, Culture) Community Medical Assistant (CMA), Institute of Medicine, National Health Training Center, Nepal | Proposal writer, Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis, Capacity Building and Training Facilitation, Repor writing, Project Planning & Management, Translation, MSNP |
| 28 | Suraj Acharya | M&E Expert/Researcher | PhD Research Fellow, Department of Environmental Management, Prince of Songkla University Thailand, 2024-2025 MPhil in Development Study, Kathmandu University School of Education, Nepal, 2017 Master’s degree in Sociology, Tribhuvan University, Nepal, 2004 | Result Based Management, Project Proposal Development, Survey and Research, Theory of Change, Monitoring and Evaluation, Data Analysis, Database Management, Capacity Development, Leadership and Team Building, Risk Management, Reporting, Knowledge Management, SPSS, KOBO/ODK, Power BI, GIS (basic level) |
| 29 | Surya Prasad New pane | Trainer | M. Phil in Development Study Program of Education, Kathmandu University, Master’s Degree in Sociology in 2004, Tribhuwan University, Nepal | Capacity Development Plan of Palika, GESI Audit, GESI Strategy Plan, Gender Responsive Budget and Gender Responsive Budget Audit Guideline, Local Government Institutional Capacity Self-Assessment (LISA), Innovative Partnership Fund (IPF) Guideline, Periodic Plan and Mid-term Expenditure Plan (MTEF), SDG localizing strategy, Advocacy and Leadership training, Political Inclusion and Governance, community Need assessment, Disaster Risk Reduction and resilience plan, Social mobilization, Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) |
| 30 | Tibendra Raj Banskota | DRR/Climate Expert | Ph.D. Scholar, Geography/ Climate and Disaster Risk Management, (ongoing), TRIBHUVAN, UNIVERSITY, Kathmandu, Nepal. Masters in Geography/Social Sciences, 2003, TRIBHUVAN, UNIVERSITY, Kathmandu, Nepal. | Climate and Disaster Risk Management (CDRM) expert, project implementation, research and assessment, policy formulation and capacity development, climate and disaster policy research, sectorial and overall development policy, plan, framework and guideline formulation, emergency preparedness and humanitarian response, DRM needs and capacity assessments, multi-hazard risk assessment and mapping, health sector disaster preparedness planning, comprehensive School safety (CSS), and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA), Geographical Information System (GIS) Expert |
| 31 | Uttam Uprety | M&E/Capcaity Building | Ongoing PhD (Development Studies; Thesis entitled ‘Capacity building factors in describing governance in CSOs: An analysis of Nepali NGOs’), Kathmandu University 1999 M. A. (Anthropology), Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu 1997 M.Sc. (Statistics), Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu | monitoring, evaluation, learning, and knowledge management, capacity building of civil society organizations, program cycle management, organizational development, and strategic planning,ELD Training, Right to Food and Food Sovereignty, Citizen's Participation in Sub-National Good Governance, education, Results-based M&E Framework, proposal, proposal application guidelines, proposal selection guidelines, and developed Results-based M&E Framework and tools, web-based MIS, reporting formats, and guidelines |
| 32 | Narayan Sharma Ghimire | M&E Expert/Researcher | MA in International Development, International University of Japan, Niigata, Japan, GPA 3.36, ADB/Japan Scholarship, Sep 97-Jun 99 MA in Geography, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal, 1st Division, T.U. Merit Scholarship, Jun 95-July 97 Bachelor Degree in Mathematics and Geography, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal, Feb. 92-May 94 Bachelor degree in law, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal, Jan 94 -Jan 1997 | Grant proposal writing, Project Management, Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation, Advocacy, Flood Resilience Measurement (FRM), GBV, |
| 33 | Ram Babu Adhikary | Public Finance Expert | MBA, Tribhuvan University-Kathmandu, 1994 Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, People’s Campus-Kathmandu, 1989 | NEPSAS, IFRS and NAS, Procurement, Project Financial management, management and disbursement of projects funds, Financial Management Information System (FMIS), Public Assets Management System and LMBIS System, Prepare the General Procurement Notice (GPN), Specific Procurement Notices (SPNs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), Request for Expressions of Interest (REOIs), Standard RFP documents and other solicitation documents, fiduciary review and project audit, Financial Internal Rate of Return (FIRR), Economic Internal Rate of Return (EIRR), sensitivity analysis, business plan, Proposal writing, |
| 34 | Sewanta Kattel | Development Expert | Masters Degree - Anthropology under the TU (Natural Resource Management and Anthropology of Development Process) Bachelor Degree - Law under the TU | planning, good governance, institutional capacity and policy for inclusive, resilient and green recovery infrastructure, LISA/GESI Audit/Public Hearing / CC/ PETS/ LDRMP/ RIAP/ WASH plan and peoridic planning and implement in Local level, LDRMP , Capacity development Plan and localization of SDG in local level, Alternative Dispute management, E- Bidding and GIS trainining, social accountability |