Ananth K
About Ananth K
Ananth K is the Head of Partnerships and Strategic Relations at Catholic Relief Services in Chennai, India. He has extensive experience in managing partnerships and programs across South Asia, focusing on various social development areas including livelihoods, education, and emergency response.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Ananth K currently holds the position of Head - Partnerships & Strategic Relations at Catholic Relief Services, a role he has occupied since 2022. Based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, he is responsible for managing strategic partnerships and enhancing collaboration with various stakeholders. His focus includes developing and implementing strategies that align with the organization's mission to support vulnerable communities.
Previous Experience at ChildFund India
Ananth K served as Senior Manager for Livelihood at ChildFund India from 2020 to 2022. In this role, he managed partnerships and programs across India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, concentrating on areas such as livelihoods, disability, education, emergency response, and water and sanitation. He also held the position of Senior Manager - Program and Partnership Effectiveness from 2019 to 2020, where he developed partnership strategies aimed at institutional capacity building.
Experience at Aide et Action
Ananth K worked at Aide et Action in two capacities. From 2009 to 2011, he was the Head of iLEAD (Institute for Livelihood Education and Development). Earlier, from 1997 to 2003, he served as Operations Coordinator, leading teams in various development projects. His experience includes managing partnerships and direct programs, as well as high-impact grant making.
Education and Expertise
Ananth K has a diverse educational background. He earned a B.A. in Economics from St. Joseph's College, Bharathidasan University, where he was a medalist. He also holds a Diploma in Labour Laws and Administrative Laws from Annamalai University. Additionally, he completed an M.A. in Social Work with a focus on Community Development at the Madras School of Social Work. His education supports his expertise in organizational governance, strategy development, and program design.
Achievements in Fundraising and Program Development
Ananth K has successfully raised funds through proposal development, ensuring donor compliance with various entities, including corporate, government, and institutional donors like the Ministry of Rural Development, European Union, and DFID. He has promoted gender sensitivity and inclusion in social development initiatives, advising and supporting NGO partners in their efforts to target marginalized communities.