Harsh Kumar

Program Management | Public Systems Transformation | Government Partnerships | Driving Social Impact at Scale

Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

About

🚀 From Engineering to Community Leadership | Driving Impact Through Policy & Advocacy 💡 "Empowering communities through access, awareness, and action." Starting my journey as an engineer, I discovered my true calling in community leadership—working at the grassroots level to bridge the gap between policy and the people who need it most. Over the past few years, I have successfully managed large-scale social impact projects, collaborated with government stakeholders, and empowered thousands of underprivileged families in Bhadohi & Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh. 🔹 Key Achievements & Impact: ✅ Led & managed a major project for 2 years, ensuring its successful execution through strategic planning & government collaboration. ✅ Enabled access to RTE 12.1.C admissions for 500+ BPL families, ensuring children from marginalized backgrounds get quality education. ✅ Worked with policymakers, local authorities, and communities to streamline the delivery of social welfare schemes, including health, scholarships, and livelihood programs. ✅ Specialized in last-mile policy execution, ensuring that benefits reach those most in need. 🔹 Professional Skills & Expertise: ✔ Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement ✔ Right to Education (RTE 12.1.C) & Education Access ✔ Social Welfare Programs (Pension, Health, Livelihood, Kanya Sumangala) ✔ Community Mobilization & Grassroots Advocacy ✔ Government Partnerships & Policy Implementation ✔ Data Collection, Survey, and Impact Analysis ✔ Strategic Communication & Public Relations 🚀 My Vision: Real change happens when policies are not just on paper but in action. By combining grassroots mobilization with policy execution, I strive to create scalable, sustainable solutions for inclusive development. 📩 Let’s connect to collaborate on impactful projects & drive meaningful change together!

Experience

  • Indus Action (Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site)
    • Executive – UP BoCW RTL POD
      May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    • Phule Ambedkar Fellow
      Apr 2025 - Apr 2026 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Indus Action (On-site)
    • Community Leader
      Jul 2023 - Feb 2025 · 1 yr 8 mos

      Welfare schemes like RTE 12.1.C, livelihood, health, and nutrition programs were implemented for up to 1800 eligible beneficiaries. Conducted an awareness camp on the Right to education, Livelihood, Health, and Nutrition In 2 Blocks, to educate communities on rights and entitlements. Supported beneficiaries in accessing scheme benefits and services. Collaborated with Government stakeholders to enhance program outreach and delivery. Monitored program outcomes and documented success stories. Leading a team of 5 Members from July 2023 to Fab 2025 to ensure timely execution of campaigns.

    • Community Champion
      May 2022 - Jun 2023 · 1 yr 2 mos

      Mobilized community members to increase participation in government welfare schemes. Conducted awareness campaigns for 5000+ families, supporting them in accessing education, livelihood, and health schemes. Build strong relationships with Government stakeholders and Local NGOs for sustainable community impact.

  • Facilitator at World Food Programme
    Jan 2021 - Apr 2022 · 1 yr 4 mos

    Activities were coordinated at the school level to promote nutrition development in 130 government schools. Support and implementation of educational and social behaviour change communication programmes. Maintained detailed reports on program progress and impact.

  • Plant and Machinery Technician at Larsen & Toubro
    Apr 2020 - Dec 2020 · 9 mos

    Operated and maintained heavy machinery for large-scale construction projects. Ensured compliance with safety standards and optimized equipment performance. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines efficiently.