Dhun Davar
About Dhun Davar
Dhun Davar serves as the Head of Social Finance and India Head at UBS Optimus Foundation & Philanthropy Services India, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, having worked in various roles at organizations such as UBS, Apnalaya, and Hand in Hand India.
Current Role at UBS
Dhun Davar serves as the Head of Social Finance and India Head at UBS Optimus Foundation & Philanthropy Services India. In this role, which began in 2020, she oversees initiatives aimed at enhancing social finance strategies and philanthropic efforts within India. Her position involves leading various projects that align with UBS's commitment to social impact and community development.
Previous Experience at UBS
Dhun Davar previously held multiple roles at UBS. From 2017 to 2020, she worked as Program Director for Social Finance and was the India lead for UBS Optimus Foundation. Earlier, she served as Program Director for Education from 2017 to 2018. Her tenure at UBS has been marked by a focus on developing and implementing programs that address educational and social challenges.
Professional Background
Dhun Davar has a diverse professional background in social finance and consulting. She worked at Hand in Hand India as Chief Operating Officer from 2015 to 2017 and held various roles at Apnalaya, including CEO from 2011 to 2014 and Advisor to the Board in 2014. Additionally, she has experience as a Monitoring & Evaluation Adviser at VSO in Zambia and as a Consultant at GuideStar India.
Education and Qualifications
Dhun Davar holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). She completed her undergraduate studies at St. Xavier's College, where she earned a Bachelor's degree. Her foundational education was completed at The Cathedral & John Connon School, where she graduated from high school.
Early Career Experience
Dhun Davar began her career in various roles that provided her with a strong foundation in management and consulting. She worked as a Management Trainee at Voltas Limited in 2005 and as a Project Assistant at Avalon Consulting. Her early experiences also include positions at Give as Projects Executive and at Apnalaya as Planning, Evaluation and Research Consultant.