Responsible for formulating and executing the organisation's overall strategy, Sharaf has been at helm of several key strategic transitions at Sharnam since its inception. In his role as Secretary, he has been the architect of new organization structure unveiled in 2008, which created multiple agile projects/assignments focusing on development sector as well as built strategic development units in order to pursue new initiatives with the ability to develop and mature new ideas.

Sharaf represents Sharnam on several forums. He joined Sharnam after spending a quality time with some of the esteemed organizations like, OXFAM, SAHARA, CARE, DKT, etc. Sharaf has done his Master’s in Social Work from Lucknow University in 1995.

Under his leadership, Sharnam pioneered partnership with the corporate sector across the country and ventured into new states including Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Orissa, Gujarat and Rajasthan. It added new opportunities like ‘Stakeholder Consultation & Impact assessment’ for CDM projects, ‘Adolescent Health Education Program’ for CSR. Sharaf has also driven the diversification drive that has seen the company enter new verticals. All of these have matured into sizeable businesses under his mentorship and guidance.

Sharaf personifies Sharnam’s commitment to client/partner satisfaction and high quality of deliverables. Through his experience in a variety of operating roles across Sharnam, he has built a reputation in the Development sector for his exceptional ability to identify and build new opportunities and nurture long-term relationships. He has also been a throughout performer during his stints with renowned development sector organizations. Sharaf has been positioned in several states of the country during this time and also travelled to European and South East Asian countries for job requirements.

Beyond the office, Sharaf is a committed human being, ready to help and assist anyone and everyone. Born in 1972, Sharaf currently lives in Lucknow.

A post-graduate in Social Work with 15 years’ experience in Program Planning and Management, Project Management and General Administration with International NGOs and Community Based Voluntary Organizations, including consultancy experience with organizations engaged in providing community development services. Significant experience in handling and managing projects on Micro finance, Women empowerment, Reproductive Child Health, Adolescent Girls’ family life education and Disaster management Effective networking and relationship management with government / non-government organizations, PRIs and other regulatory authorities for promoting various awareness programmes.

Ratna’s Core competence include Capacity building of different social groups and developing target specific learning material, Career counselling, strengthening institutions of local self-governance (PRIs and ULB), capacity building of NGOs along with linkages with media and government

Ratna has been associated with some of the prominent social sector organizations including an 8 years stint with Catholic Relief Services (CRS) prior to joining Sharnam in 2007. During her association with CRS, Ratna never hesitated in travelling to the remotest project areas and when given an opportunity, twice visited and stayed for a long period of time in war torn areas of Afghanistan.

She has conducted Training needs assessment at the district level for Women empowerment, Livelihood, RCH, SHGs& Micro Finance. Ratna has also conducted sessions on Gender, Motivation, Networking and Sustainability in the context of Reproductive and Child Health.

A keen and enthusiastic communicator with strong leadership and co-ordination skills Flair for interacting with people at all (social and organizational) levels have worked in several states of India.

A vibrant performance-driven health professional with 24 years of rich combined expertise in knowledge management and capacity building, liaisoning, advocacy, operation management, project planning and implementation, review, monitoring and evaluation for record of achievements

A creative thinker, luminary, problem solver and decision maker who balances needs of project with staff and organizational mandate. Adroit in ensuring delivery of high-quality services in field and report to national and international donors / agencies. Abilities in performing stakeholder management role, ensuring closer collaboration between the global delivery teams by proper liaisoning and co-ordination. A wholehearted communicator with strong leadership and coordination skills. Flair for interacting with all stakeholders, government, social and organizational level.

Akhilesh has done Master of Community Medicine from University of Lucknow. He has done Doctorate in Marketing and Rural Development from National Institute of Management. Akhilesh has also done Bachelor of Law from University of Lucknow and Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education from IGNOU .

Akhilesh has worked with renowned organization like ZYDUS CADILA, ALEMBIC, HELIOS and TARA in several states of India including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Jharkhand Maharashtra, Tamilnadu, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana.

IAS (retired), Senior Advisor Public Finance

A 1997 batch IAS officer, retired in 2015, Mr Mishra possess commendable amount of working experience across different sectors. He has worked in the department of Finance and looked after expenditure control of more than 40 departments. He has also worked in some of the key departments of the state including Secretariat Administration (SAD), Higher education, National integration and Health & Family Welfare as Secretary. He has been with the planning department, during this period remained as member representing Uttar Pradesh in 4-5 working groups formed by Planning Commission for Finalization of 11th Five-year plan. He was instrumental in developing the 11th Five-year Plan for State of U.P

He has been Member of IVth State Finance Commission and has been Instrumental in suggesting measures for distribution of the net proceeds of taxes, duties, tools and fees leviable by the State, analysed the revenue resources of the State Government and the demands.

A social policy planning and institutional development specialist with over 25 years of consulting experience in India; a development economist and urban planner by training she has cross sectoral expertise with a focus on sectors like water, sanitation, urban development and livelihood. Also have strong programme and team management skills and have led several pro poor consultancy projects in India.

Specialise in poverty research, pro poor strategy, programme appraisals, design and planning; midterm reviews, terminal evaluations and impact assessments, participatory appraisals; developing programmes and projects using Logframes and Right Based Approach. Has experience in training and research on urban poverty, poverty and vulnerability mapping; urban planning and management with focus on slum development and provision of basic services; public- private partnerships; livelihood; formative and action research; expertise in qualitative, participatory and quantitative methodologies.

Have worked with a wide range of clients including DFID, World Bank, UNICEF and INGOs like OXFAM, Save the Children (Finland), WaterAid, apart from the federal and state governments in India. She has also collaborated with universities in UK and USA on urban poverty and partnership focused research.

Master of Arts (Gender & Development) form Institute of Development Studies, University of Sussex, UK, and having more than 20 years of working experience Dr Tulika’s key strength areas consist of Gender Analysis, Gender Audit, Behavior Change Management Capacity Building, Training & Development, Community Mobilization & Development Gender based violence, Gender Mainstreaming & Sensitizing, Research & Documentation, Program Management

She is a seasoned and dynamic gender resource professional with a distinguished career in executing multi-faceted projects encompassing Gender Mainstreaming & Sensitizing, Women Empowerment, Gender Based Violence (Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment), Nutrition and Reproductive Health. She is articulate communicator and facilitator with proven acumen in designing training modules based on gender themes and facilitating Capacity Building and Institution Strengthening initiatives.

One of our senior most consultants, Javed comes with a strong background in sociology, development, rural technology, natural resource management and water & sanitation. Having worked in programmes supported by organisations such as Overseas Development Institute, DFID, CRS, Action Aid, OXFAM, CASA & IWMI; he has contributed to functional areas like Concurrent Monitoring, Evaluation, Impact assessment, Review and programme planning. He has worked closely with the Poorest Areas Civil Society Programme across 20 districts of Uttar Pradesh on M&E and project management.

Mandal has a strong background in Economics and Public Systems management, complemented by intense exposure to rural development programmes and projects. He has worked with the DFID supported Poorest Areas Civil Society (PACS) Programme in Bihar and has excellent credentials in MIS design, M&E system development and installation.

An experienced professional with 24 years of work experience in the non-profit organization management industry. Skilled in Program Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation, Research, advocacy, and capacity building. Demonstrated expertise across development issues and sectors - gender, health, education, governance, adolescents, sanitation, natural resource management, etc.

An Arts graduate from the University of Lucknow, Shazia is passionate about working for the vulnerable sections of the society especially the elderly. She has been handling a major program named extended Support Program, meant for the senior citizens, operated under the aegis of Sharanm.

An Arts graduate, Rakesh has been providing support through supportive supervision and monitoring of field projects. He commands a great knowledge of the local level social dynamics, which plays an important role in overseeing the Surveys, FGDs and Interviews of the respective respondents for specific assignments.

A dedicated and detail-oriented professional with an interest in management, administration, and development initiatives. She brings skills in HR support, recruitment assistance, documentation, data management, and office administration. She is committed to supporting the mission of Sharnam Seva Samiti through effective coordination, organizational support, and a collaborative approach to community development. She values teamwork, continuous learning, and contributing to initiatives that promote social welfare and sustainable development.

A dedicated and responsible professional with experience in office administration, executive support, and basic accounting operations. Skilled in managing office documentation, maintaining records, handling invoices, processing salary payments, coordinating with employees and clients, and assisting with daily financial activities. A quick learner with strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills, committed to maintaining accuracy and ensuring smooth office operations.