Yaju Shrestha
About Yaju Shrestha
Yaju Shrestha is a Procurement Associate with over nine years of experience in procurement and logistics, primarily in international non-governmental organizations and the United Nations. He holds an MBA and has worked in various roles, including positions at UNOPS and Save the Children International.
Current Role at World Food Programme
Yaju Shrestha currently serves as a Procurement Associate at the World Food Programme in Kathmandu, Bāgmatī, Nepal. He has been in this role since 2022. In this position, he is responsible for managing procurement processes and ensuring efficient supply chain operations to support the organization's humanitarian efforts.
Previous Experience at UNOPS
Yaju Shrestha worked at UNOPS for a total of three years, holding two positions. From 2020 to 2022, he was a Procurement and Logistics Senior Assistant in Lalitpur District, Nepal. Prior to that, he served as a Procurement and Logistics Assistant from 2019 to 2020 in Kathmandu, Bāgmatī, Nepal. His roles involved supporting procurement activities and logistics operations within the organization.
Experience at Save the Children International
From 2015 to 2019, Yaju Shrestha was employed as a Procurement Officer at Save the Children International in Kathmandu, Bāgmatī, Nepal. In this role, he managed procurement processes and contributed to the organization's mission of supporting children's rights and welfare.
Educational Background
Yaju Shrestha holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from KFA Business School, affiliated with Vinayaka Missions University in Tamil Nadu, India, which he completed from 2010 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Business Administration and Management from Brookfield International College between 2006 and 2009. Additionally, he achieved an Intermediate (10+2) in Physical Sciences from V.S. Niketan Higher Secondary School from 2002 to 2005.
Professional Development and Skills
Yaju Shrestha has pursued professional development through his studies at the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), where he completed a Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply from 2020 to 2021. He possesses advanced computer skills, including proficiency in database software, ERP software, spreadsheets, and project management applications. He is recognized for his stakeholder management skills and his ability to operate effectively in multicultural environments.