From,

Prashant Singh,
Block- C H.No-1041 Rajajipuram.
Uttar Pradesh-226017

Greetings Sir/Madam,

With an overall experience of more than 12 years in this ever evolving

development sector of skills and vocational training. I have been working with Uttar
Pradesh Skill Development Mission (UPSDM) for the past six years and have learned
extensively about each aspect of the programme. I’m writing this application as
expression of interest in the vacancy with your prestigious organization. I believe since
I have been working in development sector for more than 12 years, my expertise and
responsibilities make me suitable for the positions.

I was hired as Assistant Manager, State Programme Management Unit, UPSDM,

Lucknow Head Office in March 2014 and since then have been working towards
transitioning to a leadership role. I have worked extensively in the development sector
and have greatly extended the profile of the organization by providing substantive
advisory, stakeholder management and policy analysis assistance, with strong focus on
Development Policy, Impact, Monitoring, and Evaluation. The details of my
contribution are in the enclosed resume. I believe I can contribute even more in
aspirational projects with your organization. A promotion to a project at this time
would be a great motivator for me, as I would feel that my contribution was recognized
as valuable.

I excel in coordination with national and state governments, multi-lateral partners,

funding agencies, non-profits, think-tanks, and industry players, with an aim of
improving project outcomes. I have handled many of our key stakeholders and have
been successful in making a positive professional and personal relationship with them.
I have an understanding of the issues regarding policy, industry, migration,
employment, growth strategies, etc' and knowledge of the skilling and education
sector.

I would like to bring my experience and insight to the table in the role and am sure that
the organization will benefit greatly from what I have to offer. Please let me know
when we schedule a meeting to discuss the same.
I would be happy to discuss my request with you at a time of your convenience. I can
be reached at 9794935007/8881287007 or upsdm.prashantsingh@gmail.com.

Thank you for considering my request.

With Regards

Prashant Singh.
 CURRICULUM VITAE – PRASHANT SINGH
Mob: + 91 9794935007/8881287007 Email: upsdm.prashantsingh@gmail.com

1. First names: Prashant Singh

2. Date of birth: May 15, 1983
3. Nationality: Indian
4. Civil status: Married
5. Education: Master's in Business Administration
6. Professional Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science & Technology (B-
Tech) from U.P Technical University (2007)
7. Language Skills: Hindi, English
8. Present position: Assistant Manager- SPMU Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission
9. Years within the firm: Mar, 2014 to-date
10. Key qualifications:
I am an effective & successful development practitioner with specialist knowledge of
project management, coordination, liaise, report writing, M&E, livelihood, skills trainings,
management trainings. I have worked for the different INGO‟s & National NGOs and
presently working as Assistant Manager- State Programme Management Unit(SPMU) with
Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission (UPSDM). Being Assistant Manager- SPMU, I
have been giving public presentation, Implementing; Monitoring and evaluating benifits to
youth via skill activities, innovatively designing flyers and brochures for organizations, and
interacting with the general public. You’ll find my communications skills well above
average and also had the opportunity to interact with very diverse populations and
individuals of all genres. I have liaised with Program Implementing Agencies and field
staff on a regular basis to ensure standards of training, placement, online MIS and post
placement tracking to gather facts and put these facts in to written materials; interpret
rules, regulations and policies; plus function positively as part of a team. You can trust me
to work unsupervised, meet deadlines, and develop creative ideas that will make a
difference in services rendered to the clients. I am an ambitious personality with the skills
of entrepreneurship, leadership and being a team player, I possess the right attitude,
diplomatic skills and patience to achieve objectives in large institutions with complicated
environment.
While working in UPSDM I was responsible for overall coordination of the activities and
interventions in the field. I have the experience of proposal writing, planning, Monitoring,
implementation, staff hiring, management and budgeting.
My exposure to the skill development sector enables me to understand the comprehensive
development framework for sustainable development and how to deal with the
community and counterpart organizations, how to prioritize tasks, and have instilled in
me the need to remain flexible. All that made me highly organized in order to meet tight
deadlines while performing my job. I never hesitated to deliver in demanding situation
which crafted me a good team builder and confident professional.
11. Major Achievements:

§ Core member of the team responsible for the preparation of process guidelines for implementation of Skill Development policy
of State Government
§ Received Appreciations from various officers of Indian Administrative Services for organizing symposium & workshops on skill
development.
§ Solely handled programme of exposure visit for 12 trainees of UPSDM to the Institute of Perfumeries at Grasse in France.
§ Appointed as State Project Manager under DDUGKY(Deen Dayal Upadhyay Grameen Kaushlya Yojna), Ministry of
Rural Development for State Engagements.
§ Appointed Nodal Officer for major Communications with MDSE (Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship)and
communications to The Chief Minister’s office
§ Appointed as Nodal officer for Centrally Sponsored scheme like SANKALP (Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness
for Livelihood Promotion) and Transformation of the Aspirational Districts.
§ Worked as level II escalation for communications related to the Protocol for the UP Investor Summit, 2018, Ground Breaking
Ceremony 2018 and 2nd Ground Breaking Ceremony 2019.
§ Nodal for skilling segment of ODOP (One District One Product) Scheme in the state of Uttar Pradesh

12. Professional Experience:

Date Location Company Position Description

March 2014, Uttar Uttar Pradesh Skill State Programme UPSDM is an effort to integrate efforts of various departments of the State and Central
till-date Pradesh- Development Management Government organizations engaged in providing skill development training and make
India Mission Unit(SPMU) available employment oriented and placement linked training in vocational skills to 45
lakh youth in the age group of 14 to 35 years by 2016-17, and even at a greater pace
Designation: Assistant thereafter, by partnering with government and private training providers, while ensuring
Manager equitable access to the most disadvantaged, including women; and strive for placement
of the trained youth in gainful wage and self-employment to enable them to contribute
to the economic development of the State.
My key achievements are:
• Provision of technical support to the State Programme Management Unit(SPMU)
to plan and implement the Placement linked Skill Development programme at
across the State of Uttar Pradesh.
• Provide support to the SPMU in designing, implementing,
monitoring and regular evaluation of placement linked skill development
interventions.
• Developed ToRs for engagement of training partners for implementation of Skill
Development policy of State Government.
• Prepared matrices of target, district and sector allocation for empanelled training
partners across 75 districts.
• Developed and reviewed process guidelines for implementation of Skill
Development policy of State Government.
• Identify and develop new initiatives and take them up with Mission Director (MD)
and Joint Mission Director (JMD)
• Provided technical assistance in building internal systems and standardized all
processes of training management life cycle.
• Designing & developing large scale skills training and livelihood programmes
• Building partnership with governments, civil society and corporate
• Writing and presenting for a national audience
• Global mindset and appreciation of operating in various cultures
• Gravitas and credibility at senior levels
• Extensive liasoning with multiple stakeholders such as Corporate CSR Heads,
MSDE, NSDA, DGT, NSDC, Sector Skill Councils, Training partners, Central
Ministries, State Government Departments among others
• Disseminate importance of career counselling by conducting pilot programs in state
of Uttar Pradesh.
• Prepare analysis of reports for State Government officials
• Responding to bids / tenders for providing SaaS based solutions including platform
support, career counselling tests, psychometric tests, content development support
etc.
• Prepare presentations to get affiliated with various Sector Skill Councils
• Relationship Building with CEOs of various SSCs by leading strategic discussions
on Government schemes such as PMKVY, RPL, CSR programs, DDU-GKY,
SANKALP, other Special Projects, innovation, assessment quality and delivery,
among others
• Support SSC CEOs in connecting with state government officials and facilitate
linkages to foster training programs in the state through NSDC empaneled private
training partners
• Continuous dialogue with MSDE, NSDC, NSDA, DGT in promoting technology
based assessments which would bring a revolutionary change in conducting
assessments
• Oversee and supervise internal quality checks such as assessor orientation trainings,
field support team, result upload team, MIS etc.
• Undertaking surprise checks and monitoring of assessment activities across various
locations
• Deliver presentations and demonstrate technology oriented innovative solutions to
key stakeholders
• Prepare detailed progress reports for achievements of the 6 schemes integrated in
UPSDM
• Monitor the progress of various schemes in terms of training, placement and fund
utilization
• Finalize training standards
• Tracking the effect and penetration of the communication actions
• Preparing the log frame analysis for District Project Management Unit (DPMU)
staff in all 75 Districts of Uttar Pradesh and monitoring DPMU staff to prepare the
same for the district.
• Identify and engage with Industry, Government Institutions, Professional bodies,
Councils etc. for providing trainings
• Evaluation of Proposals for Empanelment
• Monitor performance and progress of the Mission
• Liaise with large, small, Government and training partners under flexi-MoU for
tracking Missions progress, addressing optional issues, and quality control.
Resolution of implementation and fund disbursal related issues
• Draft Circulars for Payments(Uniform, Advance, Final Payment), Quality of
Training, Placement Support and Post Placement Tracking and Incentives
• Review the potential of various skill development initiatives (ongoing and new) and
give recommendations based on community needs and ensuring the needs of
vulnerable groups are addressed.
June’ 11 till Uttar Maan Foundation Regional Manager The Maan Foundation is a not-for-profit organization and represents an innovative
Feb’ 14 Pradesh, model of public private partnership.
Uttrakhand
India • Track the progress of Skilling project activities, out puts and out comes
• Head the implementation of Aajeevika Special Project in Roshni region of Uttar
Pradesh
• Liaison with National Mission Management Unit,(MNNU-NRLM), NIRD, State
Rural Livelihood Missions(SRLM) teams, Corporate and PSUs
• Build the Company’s Brand, Enhance productivity by developing blue oceans
through new franchisees and channel partners.
• Participate in relevant monitoring/progress review activities with Skills & Placement
unit.
• Liaise with Implementing Agencies and field staff on a regular basis to ensure
standards of training, placement, online MIS and post placement tracking.
• Reviewing of Progress Reports and ensure compliances/ corrective actions.
• Hire and work closely with a rural and semi-urban focused PR agency
• Prepare quarterly and annual CSR marketing budgets for senior management
• Manage strategic promotional partnerships (NGO’s, corporate sponsors,
government and other ventures)
• Appraisal of partner organizations.
• Preparation of implementation plans and budgeting.
• Monitor progress and quality of activities and provide inputs and technical
assistance where required.
• Studying existing organisational structures and identifying area of immediate
concern and high priority around which community groups can be organised.
• Orientation for the management of partner organization.
• Compilation of periodic narrative and financial reports.

July’ 08 till Uttar N.I.F.A. As Manager, • Prepared work plans and oriented staff on social mobilization strategies and
May’ 11 Pradesh (National Institute Brands, Placement procedures regarding planned activities.
East, India of Finance & Support & • Coordinate and establish good working relations with Government Officials to
Accounts) Marketing
carry out project activities smoothly & efficiently within given time frame.
• Ensure that all the procurement done by the partner as per the agreed terms and
conditions and ensure that all record (bidding documents, comparative statement,
 supply order, stock register etc. are maintained at all level).
• Ensure compliance with all donor requirements as stated in the project
documents.
Ensure transparency, accountability and strict compliance of procedure relating
to services and procurement.
• Ensure compliance with all donor requirements as stated in the project
documents
• Build the Company’s Brand, Enhance productivity by developing blue oceans
through new Channel partners.
• Work closely with the Head Sales/Director/MD to understand the promotional
requirements
• Implement; Monitor and evaluate B2Y (Business to youth) activities.
• Coordinate and implement training, mobilization and sensitization of the
participating communities, stakeholders on project activities and expected roles at
all levels.
• Preparation of Inception, Batch Review, Analysis and Batch Completion/status
reports. create, execute, and analyze the effectiveness of a strategic marketing plan
• Create marketing and promotional materials by interfacing with customers,
Channel Sales, the internal operations team, and graphic designers
• Hire and work closely with a rural and semi-urban focused PR agency
• Calculate Marketing Return on Investment (MROI) to optimize use of resources
• Identify the appropriate Channel of marketing communication, and ensure
optimal functioning.
• Identify and analyze actionable insights by segmenting the consumer market
• Work with a limited budget to create successful solutions that inspire customers,
Channel Sales and employees alike for years to come!
• Plan, develop, and direct the marketing efforts for the brand
• Coordinating with specialists in production, sales, advertising, promotion, research
and development, marketing research, operations and finance.
• Supervising the sign off of marketing literature and campaigns, liaising with legal
and compliance personnel, ensuring the designs and messages meet the company
brand and regulatory guidelines
• Looking at the pricing of products and analyzing the potential profitability
 Aptitude

• Project design and implementation

• Project Management and monitoring Skill
• Leadership Qualities & Teamwork.
• Self motivated & excellent computing skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal & external stakeholders
• Good Organization skills, leadership skills and attention to details
• A strong commitment towards work – “Can do approach”.
• A good understanding of the Service Industry. Proven track record in audience development
• Previous marketing management experience
• An interest or knowledge of independent film, both Indian and international
• Understanding of budgeting and forecasting
• Event management experience
• Experience in the Indian market essential
• Excellent leadership skills and attention to detail
• Pleasing and friendly personality.
• Attitude of counsel, advice & steer the team.

Technical skill-sets

MS-Windows, GNU/Linux, UNIX, MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint

Referees

Please feel free to contact the under mentioned in regard to my competence for the job at hand;

1. Name of Referee:- Sri Pranjal Yadav, IAS

Title/Designation:- Indian Administrative Services
Company:- Government of Uttar Pradesh
Contacts (Phone and Email Address):- +919451323497, yadavpranjal.07@gmail.com
2. Name of Referee:- Shri Purudhottam Mishr
Title/Designation:- Joint Director
Company:- Department of Vocational Training & Skill Development, Govt. of UP
Contacts (Phone and Email Address):- +919415245319, contact_pmishra@rediffmail.com
3. Name of Referee:- Shri Rajneesh Arora
Title/Designation:- Government ITI Instructure, Lucknow
Company:- Department of Vocational Training & Skill Development, Govt. of UP
Contacts (Phone and Email Address):- +9189933988880, raj15675@gmail.com