Arunima Singh
About Arunima Singh
Arunima Singh serves as the Lead for Innovation in Nutrition at the World Food Programme, where she focuses on food fortification and nutrient analysis. With a background in social entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility, she has held various leadership roles in organizations dedicated to addressing global social issues.
Work at World Food Programme
Arunima Singh currently serves as the Lead for Innovation in Nutrition at the World Food Programme, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees the Nutrition Portfolio at the World Food Programme Innovation Accelerator, focusing on initiatives related to Food Fortification and Food Nutrient Analysis. Her work aims to enhance nutritional outcomes through innovative solutions.
Previous Roles in Social Innovation
Prior to her current role, Singh held various positions that contributed to her expertise in social innovation. She served as the Accelerator Lead at MAN Impact Accelerator from 2018 to 2021, where she facilitated support for startups. Additionally, she was the Head of Venture Building at Yunus Social Business, focusing on integrating business with purpose-driven innovation to tackle global social issues.
Education and Expertise
Arunima Singh holds a Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation and Control from Cummins College of Engineering, completed between 2005 and 2009. She furthered her education with a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Innovation Management from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile in 2014. Additionally, she earned a Master's in Management with a focus on Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship from ESCP Europe, completing her studies in 2015.
Career Background
Singh's career spans multiple roles in social entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility. She worked at Jindal Steel & Power Ltd. as Manager of CSR Initiatives in 2014 and held various positions at Yunus Social Business from 2015 to 2021, including Head of Portfolio Management and Head of Impact Accelerators. Her experience also includes a role as Technology Consultant at Atos Origin from 2009 to 2012.
Achievements in Startup Ecosystems
Arunima Singh has extensive experience in creating ecosystems to support startups across various regions, including Latin America, India, Europe, and Eastern and Southern Africa. Her work has involved fostering innovation and collaboration among diverse stakeholders to address social challenges through entrepreneurial initiatives.