ANTONY VIVEK G

Project Manager , International non-profit organisation

CHENNAI, Tamil Nadu

A professional Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work and 24 years of diverse experience in the development sector, specializing in health, protection, and livelihood empowerment for vulnerable populations. I have worked extensively with individuals living with HIV/AIDS, displaced communities due to both man-made and natural disasters, and populations at risk of abuse.

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Area of Expertise:
  • Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural, Urban
  • Disaster, Aid, Emergencies, Relief
  • Health, Doctors, Nurses, HIV/AIDS, Nutrition
  • Human Rights, Law, Migration, Conflicts, Justice
  • Social, Gender, Education, Youth, Child
Professional Experience:

Since June 2000.... With extensive experience in the field of Social Work, I specialize in Research, Health, Protection, and Livelihood programs. As a qualified Ethnographer recognized by Johns Hopkins University, I have conducted in-depth research across diverse communities, particularly in health and protection contexts.

Key achievements include:
- Health Programs: Implementing care and support initiatives for people living with HIV & AIDS and addressing health gaps during the COVID-19 Response and Recovery program in India.
- Protection & Livelihood: Leading refugee-focused protection and livelihood programs in both India and Sri Lanka, as well as facilitating protection-related initiatives and behavior change modules for men, young males, females, children, and mothers.
- Peacebuilding & Social Cohesion: Trained in Peace Building and Social Cohesion in emergency and refugee contexts, successfully integrating these strategies into program development.
- Collaboration & Coordination: Worked closely with UN agencies, government bodies, civil society organizations, community-based groups, and both formal and informal leaders, ensuring the successful execution of sensitive projects, particularly in dynamic, crisis-driven environments.
- Expertise in Protection & Health: Specializing in the management of protection programs, health initiatives to bridge access gaps, and integrating social cohesion strategies across all projects for sustained impact.

I have consistently demonstrated adaptability and expertise in responding to evolving situations while promoting sustainable development and social integration.

Education:

I hold a Master's in Social Work with a specialization in Medical & Psychiatric Social Work, providing me with a strong foundation in addressing complex health and psychosocial issues. My academic journey also includes a Bachelor’s in Economics, which includes a solid grounding in Economics and Commerce. In addition to my formal education, I have enhanced my skill set by completing additional courses in Computer Applications, ICT4D Tools such as CommCare, and various Counselling techniques, including Barefoot Counselling Models. These diverse qualifications have equipped me with both theoretical knowledge and practical tools to effectively address the needs of vulnerable populations and contribute to development initiatives.

Available for:

  • Consulting assignments
  • Job opportunities
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Years of Experience:

More than 20 years

Highest Qualification:

Masters

Languages:

English, Tamil

Nationality:

Indian

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