Tarun Agarwal

Experience

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  Schindler India Pvt. Ltd.

  Jun 2014 - Mar 2015

  Student Intern (Field Work)
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  UNICEF India

  Oct 2014 - Nov 2014

  Monitoring And Evaluation Intern

  Involved as a field worker for a research on 'Access and Utilization of Essential Services for Tribals in Rajasthan'. The work involved sampling and data collection with the help of survey questionnaires in the tribal areas of Simalwada for 15 days.

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  NavsrijanTrust

  Apr 2015 - Apr 2015

  Research Intern

  Navsarjan Trust is an organization that works on the issue of caste-based atrocities in the state of Gujarat. The 15 day internship involved documenting different cases of atrocities in the districts of Kheda, Ahmedabad, Mehsana and Patan. The internship also involved analysing the framework of policies related to the Atrocities Act and understanding its implementation on the ground level.

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  Maharashtra Police

  Jun 2015 - Apr 2016

  Police Social Worker

  I worked with the Mumbai Police to improve community engagement, and designed community based interventions for sustainable resolution of intercommunity conflicts.Additionally also assisted Mumbai police to sustainably address the issue of Substance Abuse which included mapping of services available in the city(Detoxification Centres, govt facilities and schemes and laws available) and liaising with different departments of the govt and civil society groups.Designed a pilot program for Mumbai police to implement 8 hour Shift, which was implemented in three police stations of Zone VI of Mumbai and later in all stations of Mumbai Police. Show less

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  Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited

  Sept 2018 - Dec 2018

  Monitoring And Evaluation Specialist

  Project OverviewConducted sophisticated Social Impact Assessments of Projects valuation of 250 M Indian Rupees (over 2.9M USD) under Corporate SocialResponsibility (CSR) initiatives mandated under the Companies Act 2013 forHindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited. These projects encompassed arange of critical areas including health facilities (cardiac surgeries and mobiletreatment vans in Mumbai slums), education (alternative education modelsat both elementary and secondary levels), employability (vocational skills foryouth), and care institutions for differently-abled children and young adults.This role necessitated the acquisition of specialized domain knowledge andthe study of intricate procedures to evaluate project efficacy andsustainability.Responsibilities and ContributionsLed a team of 8 researchers in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) using theOECD framework.Devised data collection tools, including surveys and interview schedules.Conducted field interviews with beneficiaries and stakeholders.Analyzed data and generated reports with actionable insights for coursecorrection.Communicated findings to company executives and local governmentofficials.Recommended funding continuation and target clientele changes forbetter efficiency.Ensured reports aligned with strategic objectives and improved CSRinitiative effectiveness.Managed communications with funding organization representatives formultiple projects.Conducted extensive travel across rural and urban areas in Maharashtra,Gujarat, and Delhi. Show less

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  GAIL (India) Limited

  Dec 2018 - Jul 2019

  Monitoring And Evaluation Specialist

  Project Overview: Conducted an impact assessment study of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives funded by GAIL India Ltd, a public sector company of the Government of India, across multiple districts in Uttar Pradesh. The projects evaluated included elementary education for rural children, STEM skills with a focus on girl children in secondary schools, promoting renewable energy usage among villagers through training and distribution of solar equipment, road infrastructure improvements in Dalit localities, and imparting vocational skills with market-oriented standards.Responsibilities and Contributions:Led a team of 8 researchers in administering monitoring and evaluation (M&E) using the OECD framework.Devised tools for data collection, including surveys and interview schedules.Conducted in-depth field interviews with beneficiaries and stakeholders to gather comprehensive data.Compiled and analyzed data to generate reports with actionable insights for course correction in upcoming years.Communicated findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including company executives and local government officials.Provided clear recommendations on continuing funding for specific projects and suggested changes in target clientele for better efficiency.Ensured that reports and recommendations aligned with strategic objectives and contributed to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of CSR initiatives. Show less

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  Global Counter Terrorism Council

  Jan 2019 - Jul 2019

  Research Fellow

  Project OverviewConducted extensive research on the intersection of climate change andhuman security, focusing on climate change and terrorism-affected areaswithin South Asia and the Sahel region of Africa. Prepared policy briefs anddesk reviews of reports for senior government functionaries and multilateralorganizations.Responsibilities and ContributionsConducted in-depth research and analysis on strategic internationalpartnerships, intelligence, national security, and diplomacy.Developed reports and policy briefs to inform decision-making andstrategy.Collaborated with experts and stakeholders to gather and analyze data,providing actionable insights.Assisted in organizing conferences and seminars on relevant topics,facilitating knowledge exchange and networking.Managed and coordinated projects, ensuring successful execution andoutcomes through effective program management.Evaluated potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to ensureproject success.Designed and planned programs to achieve strategic objectives,demonstrating strong program planning skills.Efficiently managed tasks and priorities to meet deadlines, showcasingexceptional organizational skills.Provided expert advice and solutions to stakeholders, leveragingconsulting skills.Crafted detailed proposals to secure funding and support for variousinitiatives.Facilitated international cooperation by promoting collaboration andpartnerships across borders.Continuously acquired and integrated new knowledge into research andpractice, enhancing expertise.Supervised and guided team members to achieve project goals, utilizingsupervisory skills.Extracted and analyzed large datasets to uncover insights through data mining techniques.Produced high-quality written content, including reports and policy briefs. Show less

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  International Labour Organization

  Apr 2021 - Jul 2021

  Monitoring And Evaluation Consultant

  Project OverviewConducted a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation (M&E) study onthe accessibility to basic facilities for tuberculosis (TB) patients, focusing oninformal workers engaged in daily wage industrial work in Delhi.ResponsibilitiesAdministered interview schedules with TB patients to document theirexperiences and challenges in accessing essential services, using an M&Eframework to identify bottlenecks and gain an in-depth understanding ofthe clientele.Targeted informal workers suffering from TB to capture detailed insights intotheir daily struggles and healthcare accessibility.Conducted interviews with key stakeholders, including DOTs workers,NGOs, and government functionaries across various locations in Delhi.Applied the M&E framework to identify and analyze bottlenecks in theaccessibility of basic facilities for TB patients.Documented case studies from the field, highlighting individualexperiences and systemic issues.Performed statistical analysis to generalize findings and support the finalreport.Developed recommendations for short-term and long-term coursecorrections, focusing on the sustainability of the project both financiallyand strategically.Communicated recommendations to relevant stakeholders to informpolicy and practice improvements.Contributed to the final report, incorporating qualitative case studies andquantitative data to provide a comprehensive overview of the study'sfindings. Show less

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  UNICEF

  Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Project OverviewSpearheaded an extensive monitoring and evaluation study tometiculously document and analyze the digital learning experiences ofschool children and teachers during the COVID-19 pandemic.ResponsibilitiesLed a team through the hinterlands of the state, traversing from village tovillage across three districts.Conducted in-depth field interviews with a diverse range of stakeholders,including villagers, children, government officials, and civil societyorganizations.Facilitated multi-stakeholder analysis to gather comprehensive data andperspectives.Engaged with local communities, documenting significant findingsintertwined with local culture and customs.Evaluated the impact and efficacy of four NGOs working in schooleducation, including Pradan, using the six OECD framework criteria.Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data to identify key trends andactionable insights for policy recommendations.Identified areas for improvement and provided recommendations forcourse correction and effective project implementation.Promoted cross-cultural understanding and community-basedapproaches to education during the pandemic. Show less Project OverviewDeveloped a comprehensive training syllabus aimed at fostering a childfriendly approach among police officials from the ranks of Constables toDeputy Superintendent of Police. The proposed syllabus was adopted intothe official training programs across all police training academies inMadhya Pradesh and has been informally acknowledged as a templatefor training programs in other states.ResponsibilitiesConducted a thorough review of the existing training syllabus for policeofficials.Identified gaps and areas for improvement to create a more child-sensitivetraining module.Collaborated with experts to devise a new syllabus incorporating bestpractices in child protection and welfare.Suggested additions and subtractions to the existing curriculum, ensuring italigns with contemporary child rights and protection standards. Show less

  • Monitoring And Evaluation Consultant

    Apr 2022 - May 2022

  • Monitoring And Evaluation Consultant

    Jan 2022 - May 2022