Dhaval Lakhani

Dhaval Lakhani

Software Engineer

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  • About me

    Senior Program Management Officer

  • Education

    • Cochin University of Science and Technology

      2014 - 2015
      M.S. Telecommunications Communication and electronic warfare
    • Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat

      2002 - 2006
      Bachelor of Engineering - BE Electrical engineering
  • Experience

    • Accenture

      Jun 2006 - Jul 2009
      Software Engineer

      Reviewed project specifications and designed technology solutions that met or exceededperformance expectations.Coordinated with other engineers to evaluate and improve software and hardwareinterfaces.Worked with software development and testing team members to design and developrobust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, andperformance.Tested methodology with writing and execution of test plans, debugging and testingscripts and tools.Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding softwareapplication design status and project progress. Show less

    • Indian Navy

      Jul 2009 - Feb 2021
      Chief Operations Officer

      Planning, coordination, conduct and execution of operations in Indian Navy involving more than 15 platforms such as ships, submarines, aircraft, etc. in different scenarios.Formulation and compliance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) through coordination between 5 departments.Greenfield projects towards augmentation / enhancement in overall efficiency of the department by 50%.Implemented measures in place for management of data towards maintaining a repository of operational best practices and lessons learnt.Leading team size of more than 100 individuals towards successful conduct of several missions.Forecasting, planning, allocation and audit of funds amounting to 50 Cr INR.Sourcing, Procurement and audit of critical equipment worth 30 Cr INR.Conduct and Coordination of visits by high level delegates from various spheres.Strategic communication and communication to the senior management. Show less

    • National Security Council Secretariat

      Mar 2021 - now
      Senior Program Manager

      Coordination with more than 15 ministries / departments in the Government of India towards formulation of strategy documents and roadmap; as well as implementation of strategy pertaining to varying geographies.Review of various legal regulations, acts, bills and orders pertaining to more than 15 ministries / departments and undertaking gap analysis and overlaps to refine the jurisdiction and responsibilities.Identifying and steering areas of collaboration with more than 10 nations across diverse geographies from a strategic perspective as well as conduct of capacity building initiatives.Coordination with research scholars of more than 10 Think Tanks / Universities as well as more than 5 Business Councils / Trade Bodies and act as an interface towards incorporation of inputs / recommendations on strategy and policy formulation.Strategic outreach pertaining to government initiatives through coordination with media houses.Preparation of talking points for Ministers and Secretary level officers for meetings, events and conferences.Analysis and assessment of geopolitical events and provide recommendations to the senior leadership in the government.Overall planning and conduct of visits of High Level Delegates from various countries towards Track 1 /1.5/2 events. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®)

      Scrum Alliance
      Jul 2023
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    • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification - MILVEST

      Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
      Jun 2023
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    • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification - MILVEST

      Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
      Apr 2023
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