ranjana kandari

Lead social and environmental compliance audits within the IKEA value chain across various categories including transport, textiles, wood, paper, components, food, ceramic, and natural fiber. Ensure compliance related to workers (HR) and environmental standards are secured throughout the value chain.

Managed product development for global social suppliers across India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Jordan, and oversaw quality control, product compliance, and pricing strategies for diverse product categories. Spearheaded an innovation project utilizing recycled textile waste to develop a sustainable potting solution now sold in stores.

Led social business initiatives for sustainable livelihood, empowering marginalized communities and promoting economic independence. Engaged women and dropout girls in skill development programs, fostering entrepreneurship and facilitating networking opportunities.

Implemented programs for sustainable development, including organizing communities into institutions, soil and water conservation, horticulture, and biodiversity mapping. Designed and implemented health and sanitation initiatives for adolescent girls and women.

Worked for the implementation of Government of India housing project for urban slum areas in 21 districts of Rajasthan, including monitoring and evaluation of the project.

Implemented social development programs in Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, focusing on community engagement and sustainable development.

Pursuing an MBA from Sikkim Manipal University, expected to complete in the coming years.

Master in Social Work with specialization in Development Management from Udaipur School of Social Work.

Completed a 6-week certified course in Sustainability in Indian context.

Completed a two-week course on Community-based microfinance conducted by COADY University Canada and APMAS.

Completed an introduction to Child Protection course by UNICEF and a basic course by the Center of Child Protection.

Attended a one-week institute on Gender, sexuality and reproductive health rights.

Completed a certificate course in Project Management from LinkedIn.

Completed a certificate course in Global Sustainability and Social Responsibility from Coursera.

Completed a certificate course in Feminism and Social Justice from Coursera.

Completed a certificate course in Gender, Sexual & Reproductive Health from Global Health eLearning center.

Completed a certificate course in Monitoring and Evaluation from Global Health eLearning center.

Completed a course on Understanding Gender from Loktantrshala and Sangat.

Completed a certificate course in Gender and Health System strengthening.