SURAJ SINGH CHOUHAN

Youth Development Practitioner & Rural Entrepreneurship Specialist

Indore, IN.

About

A highly accomplished Youth Development Practitioner with over a decade of experience in rural entrepreneurship, skill training, and community development across multiple organizations. Proven leader in spearheading inclusive entrepreneurship initiatives, managing CSR projects, and forging strategic alliances to drive significant societal impact and organizational growth. Adept at program execution, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building, committed to leveraging expertise to empower youth and foster sustainable livelihoods.

Work

Transforming Rural India Foundation (TRIF)

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Youth Development Practitioner

Jhabua, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Summary

Led youth development and inclusive entrepreneurship initiatives, overseeing program design, strategic partnerships, and capacity building for rural communities.

Highlights

Led the development and scaling of inclusive entrepreneurship models across pilot blocks, engaging public administration and local stakeholders to foster economic growth.

Spearheaded the Women-led Entrepreneurship program in designated blocks of Madhya Pradesh, empowering women and driving economic self-sufficiency.

Forged strategic alliances with community-based organizations and government authorities at district and block levels, amplifying program reach and securing support for initiatives like the GOYN program.

Established Multi-stakeholder and Youth advisory boards in the GOYN block, facilitating inclusive decision-making and co-creating localized livelihood solutions for youth.

Managed the state-level Youth Hub Model and served as a key technical resource, conducting training and capacity-building for NRLM Cadre/staff and scaling state government-involved initiatives.

AISECT

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Placement and Skilling Officer

Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Summary

Managed and coordinated comprehensive employment and skill development projects, connecting candidates with employers and overseeing CSR initiatives.

Highlights

Managed and coordinated end-to-end employment and skill development projects, ensuring smooth functioning and successful delivery to project clients.

Orchestrated numerous job fairs, mobilization campaigns, and placement drives, effectively connecting job seekers with potential employers.

Implemented government-led Placement Projects (NEEM and NAPS) at the regional level, adhering to national guidelines and achieving program objectives.

Coordinated regional CSR project implementation with various employers, ensuring alignment with community needs and corporate social responsibility goals.

Served as a trainer for various vocational courses and conducted motivation and personality development sessions, enhancing candidate employability and personal growth.

Shri Sai Education and Training Centre (Self-Employment)

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Chief Executive Officer

Sanwer, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Summary

Oversaw comprehensive operations as CEO, driving CSR initiatives, managing marketing, and leading training and placement programs for self-employment.

Highlights

Directed all operational aspects as Chief Executive Officer, ensuring efficient functioning and strategic growth of the training center.

Successfully led comprehensive training, mobilization, counseling, and placement programs, fostering self-employment opportunities for candidates.

Cultivated strong relationships with Block and District administration, and employers, facilitating successful CSR project implementation.

Identified innovative CSR prospects and managed marketing, advertisement, and financial operations, optimizing resource allocation and outreach.

AISECT (DDU GKY Centre Sanwer)

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MIS officer

Sanwer, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Summary

Managed MIS operations, candidate mobilization, and administrative tasks for the DDU-GKY training center.

Highlights

Managed the Management Information System (MIS) for the DDU-GKY training center, ensuring accurate data tracking and reporting for program effectiveness.

Mobilized candidates from rural areas and conducted counseling to identify suitable participants for skill development projects.

Organized and executed placement drives and Rojgar Melas, successfully connecting trained candidates with employment opportunities.

Handled comprehensive administrative tasks and data management, streamlining operational efficiency for the center.

Education

AISECT University

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
Post Graduation Diploma Computer Application

Rabindranath Tagore University

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
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M.Com Commerce Grade: 63.70%

Shri Vaishnav Institute of Technology & Science (DAVV)

Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
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MBA Finance and Marketing Grade: 60.88%

Renaissance College (DAVV)

Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
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B.Com Computer application Grade: 76.33%

Takshshila Junior College Ujjain

Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India
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Senior Secondary Grade: 80.00%

Takshshila Junior College Ujjain

Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India
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Secondary Education Grade: 69.67%

Awards

Best Student of the Batch

Takshshila Junior College Ujjain (Inferred)

Recognized for outstanding academic performance and overall excellence.

Medals in various sports activities

School/College (Inferred)

Awarded multiple medals for participation and achievement in various sports events.

ICAI Intermediate Group I

ICAI

Achieved 56.33% (169/300) in the first group of the intermediate chartered accountancy examination.

ICAI Intermediate Group II

ICAI

Achieved 57.33% (172/300) in the second group of the intermediate chartered accountancy examination.

ICAI Foundation

ICAI

Achieved 59.00% (236/400) in the foundational examination for chartered accountancy.

Languages

English

Hindi

Certificates

TATA Strive AEDP (Accelerated Entrepreneurship Development Program) Certification

TATA Strive

NCFM Financial Market Beginners Certificate

NCFM

NCFM Capital Market (Dealers) Certificate

NCFM

NCFM Derivative Market (Dealers) Certificate

NCFM

NSE Certified Market Professional - Level 1 Certification

NSE

NISM Mutual Fund Distributors Certificate

NISM

IRDA General Insurance Agency License Certificate

IRDA

CBSE NSE Joint Examination Certificate

CBSE, NSE

ICAI Computer Training Certificate

ICAI

Skills

Program Management

Project Implementation, Program Execution, Strategic Planning.

Youth Development

Youth Initiative Program, Youth Hub Model, Livelihood Enhancement.

Rural Entrepreneurship

Inclusive Entrepreneurship, Women-led Entrepreneurship, Skill Training.

CSR Management

CSR Project Implementation, Innovative CSR Prospects, Community Impact.

Strategic Partnerships

Strategic Alliances, Stakeholder Engagement, Government Liaison, Community-Based Organizations.

Capacity Building

Training & Development, Motivation Sessions, Personality Development.

Data Management

MIS Management, Administrative Reporting, Data Tracking.

Placement & Mobilization

Job Fairs, Placement Drives, Candidate Mobilization, Counseling.

Financial Management

Accounting, Auditing, Financial Regulations.

Marketing & Outreach

Advertisement, Campaigns, Program Promotion.

Team Leadership

Coordination, Supervision, Mentoring.

Microsoft Office Suite

Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Legal & Regulatory Knowledge

Laws, Accounting Laws, Auditing Laws.

Interests

Sports

Medals, Activities.

Community Leadership

House Captain.