Karthikeyan V
Aizawl
Summary
Committed to driving the goals of Vikisit Bharat @2047 forward, this A+ spirited Indian Forest Service officer has a proven track record in delivering quality public services. Overcoming obstacles and finding innovative solutions comes naturally, thanks to exceptional problem-solving skills and a proactive approach. Thriving in tackling new challenges, adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset have been recognized as key strengths.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Conservator of Forests (GIS & Legal)
Government of Mizoram
05.2024 - Current
- Spearheading initiative in community based forest fire monitoring application.
- Applied geospatial technology tools, including GIS and remote sensing, to analyze forest data for improved management decisions.
- Provided technical assistance (GIS) to forest divisions, resulting in improved forest management outcomes.
- Managed complex caseloads with diligence, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely resolution of cases.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
Indian Forest Service Probationer
Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Successfully completed all courses, field tours, and practical exercises mandated as part of the Indian Forest Service professional training.
- Honored with four prestigious awards by the Honourable President of India for outstanding performance in Forest Health and Law, Forest Ecology & Environmental Conservation, Forest Management, and Forests & People.
Enforcement Officer
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation
12.2017 - 08.2022
- Improved public service delivery in office by streamlining claim settlement process through Lean Six Sigma framework
- Spearheaded program evaluations to assess effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and implement evidence-based solutions.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to drive continuous improvement in public service delivery outcomes.
- Facilitated the development of strategic partnerships with community, businesses, and industries by organizing monthly outreach programs to expand the reach and impact of Provident Fund Schemes in addressing social security needs of the working class.
- Fostered strong stakeholder relationships by maintaining open lines of communication with community, businesses, and industries through establishing a citizen-centric Public Relations Office in Regional Office Vellore
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Enhanced staff productivity through targeted training initiatives and performance management tools.
- Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives within the workplace, fostering a culture of equity and respect among staff members.
Senior Systems Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
06.2012 - 07.2017
- IT infrastructure consultant specializing in Microsoft Exchange and Active Directory
- Led successful IT infrastructure upgrades by creating detailed implementation plans and coordinating resources effectively.
- Collaborated with clients to determine need and devise appropriate IT infrastructure solutions
- Awarded the best project for leading the transition of Pearson PLC's IT infrastructure from MS Exchange to Google One
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, IndiaAssociate of IGNFA - Forestry
Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy (IGNFA)
Dehradun, India04-2024
Post Graduate Diploma - Environmental Law
National Law School of India University
Bengaluru, India03-2024
Post Graduate Diploma - Personnel Management & Industrial Relations
Annamalai University
Chennai, India04-2021
Skills
- Project management
- Community engagement
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Process improvement
- Public relations
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Geospatial analysis
- Remote sensing
- Legal compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
Key Specialisation
- IT services/e-governance to enhance public service delivery
- Organizational restructuring using Lean Six Sigma Framework
- Ecosystem services valuation and monetization
- Systems approach in plantation/afforestation management
- Climate finance with a focus on fiscal transfers/offsets
- Community-based forest conservation and restoration
- Sustainability of traditional land-use systems
Awards
- P. Srinivas Memorial Prize for Forest Health & Law, President of India
- Sanjay Kumar Singh Memorial Prize for Forest Ecology & Environmental Conservation, President of India
- K.M. Tiwari Memorial Prize for Forests & People, President of India
- R.N. Mathur Memorial Prize for Forest Management, President of India
Certification
- Data Analytics Foundation Certificate by Carnegie Mellon University
- Project Finance and Management by IBS Hyderabad (IFCAI) Foundation for Higher Education
- Management Development Programme by Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow
- Soil and Water Conservation and Watershed Management by ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun
- Environment Management Science and Technology by CSIR-NEERI, Nagpur
- Combating Wildlife Crime by Wildlife Crime Control Bureau, New Delhi
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate(MCSA): Windows Server 2012
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Assistant Conservator of Forests (GIS & Legal)
Government of Mizoram
05.2024 - Current
Indian Forest Service Probationer
Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy
08.2022 - 04.2024
Enforcement Officer
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation
12.2017 - 08.2022
Senior Systems Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
06.2012 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Anna University
Associate of IGNFA - Forestry
Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy (IGNFA)
Post Graduate Diploma - Environmental Law
National Law School of India University
Post Graduate Diploma - Personnel Management & Industrial Relations
Annamalai University
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