Thaveesha Bulegoda
@thaveeshabulegoda
International development practitioner with expertise in donor-funded programs.
Sri LankaWhat I'm looking for
I am an international development practitioner with 6+ years managing donor-funded programs for USAID, AusAid, GCERF and UK Government partners, specializing in project and grants management, donor compliance, M&E, and thematic areas including civic engagement, PVE, child protection and gender-responsive programming.
I have managed portfolios, led project implementation and capacity building initiatives, ensured fiduciary and donor compliance across grant lifecycles, and strengthened stakeholder partnerships to deliver sustainable, impact-driven results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Management Specialist
OceanWay Consultancies
Jun 2025 - Present (3 months)
Supported project planning, monitoring, and reporting for donor-funded programs, facilitated stakeholder coordination with partners and government, and oversaw procurement and vendor management to ensure donor compliance.
DGGrants Specialist
DT Global
Sep 2023 - Jun 2025 (1 year 9 months)
Managed a portfolio of 25 grants totaling $900K, conducted due diligence and pre-award risk assessments, and ensured 100% USAID compliance across the grant lifecycle while leading field monitoring visits.
HIProject Lead
Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation
Jul 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 2 months)
Led delivery of an AusAid-funded reintegration project supporting 200+ female migrant workers, coordinating trainings, partnerships, and M&E activities to improve economic resilience and donor compliance.
Project Officer
ECPAT Sri Lanka / PEaCE
Jul 2019 - Jul 2021 (2 years)
Served as Child Rights Expert delivering ToT across 17 districts, supported donor reporting and advocacy, and produced a digital child-protection toolkit to prevent online sexual exploitation of children.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UBUniversity of the West of England, Bristol
Master of Business Management, Business Management
Enrolled in a Master of Business Management program at the University of the West of England, expected completion in 2026.
UKUniversity of Kelaniya
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), International Studies
2015 - 2019
Grade: Second Class Upper
Completed a BA (Hons) in International Studies with Second Class Upper division from 2015 to 2019.
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Location
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