Mr. Bheema Rao brings over 26 years of experience in academia and the international development sector, having worked with esteemed organizations such as World Vision India, Caritas India, DFID, GFTAM, JICA, and others. He holds an extensive academic background, including a Post-Graduate Diploma in Management, M.Com, and diplomas in NGO Management, Rural Development, and Industrial Relations. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Ravenshaw University, Odisha, his research focuses on the transformation of NGOs into NBFCs. Mr. Rao’s vast expertise spans program implementation, management, and policy, making him a valuable contributor to development initiatives across India and beyond.

Mr. Saroja Kumar Satapathy is a development professional having 11 years of experience in livelihood promotion and currently serves as Program Manager – Livelihoods at VIEWS. He holds a Master’s in Social Work and a Post Graduate Certificate in Management. Saroja has led major livelihood projects with expertise in planning, implementation, team coordination, stakeholder engagement, and reporting. Known for his problem-solving and interpersonal skills, he has effectively managed donor relations, action plans, and fund utilization. Deeply committed to sustainable development, he works closely with grassroots communities to foster inclusive growth and build self-reliant, empowered communities across VIEWS’ operational areas.

Laxmi Priya Singh serves as the Fundraising Manager at VIEWS with over 12 years of experience in the development sector. She has worked closely with diverse communities, contributing to programs in education, women empowerment, and community development. She leads resource mobilization, builds strong donor and partner relationships, and develops effective funding proposals. She has a strong track record in managing multi-program initiatives and ensuring team coordination. Her key strengths include strategic fundraising, donor engagement, partnership building, and team management. She is passionate about empowering vulnerable communities and is committed to expanding VIEWS’ impact through sustainable and collaborative development approaches.

Sitakanta Pani is a finance professional having 14 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and financial management. He is proficient in Tally Prime, GST, TDS, EPF/ESI compliance, and financial reporting. His career spans NGOs, private firms, and government- funded projects. Sitakanta excels in managing accounts receivable/payable, preparing financial statements, handling bank reconciliations, and coordinating audits. He holds a Master’s degree in Finance and is skilled in MS Office and PGDCA (A-Level). Currently serving as a Finance Officer at VIEWS, he continues to apply his expertise in a challenging role, contributing to effective financial governance and operational efficiency.

Mr. Bidyadhar Behuria is a development professional having 20 years of experience in community development, project coordination, and data management. Currently serving as M&E Officer at VIEWS, Bhubaneswar, he excels in community mobilization, project monitoring and evaluation, MIS reporting, and project documentation. He has worked with reputed organizations like Jhpiego, PSI, HLFPPT, and LWSIT, managing large datasets and ensuring data accuracy for M&E. Proficient in Excel, PHP, .NET, and MS Access, he supports data-driven decision-making through dashboards and detailed analysis. Known for his problem-solving skills and commitment to quality, he contributes effectively to complex development initiatives.

Sasmita Kumari Nayak is a committed social development professional with 7 years of experience in livelihood promotion, education, and programme management. Currently serving as Lead – Fundraising and Communications at VIEWS, she has worked with several national NGOs and is skilled in stakeholder engagement, HR, communication, team leadership, planning, and IEC material development. She holds an MBA in Human Resources and a Postgraduate Diploma in Rural Development (PGDRD). Known for her dedication and leadership, Sasmita is passionate about driving inclusive and sustainable development and continues to contribute meaningfully to the social sector through strategic programme and communication initiatives.

Ashis Mahapatra is a dedicated finance and HR professional with over four years of experience in the development sector, working with organizations like VIEWS and CYSD in Bhubaneswar. He holds an MBA (HR and Finance) and a B.Com, combining academic knowledge with practical skills in financial management, HR operations, and legal compliance (TDS, IT, FCRA). Ashis has handled budgeting, donor reporting, audits, recruitment, and payroll. Skilled in Tally and trained at Edu Bridge Career Academy.

Mukesh Kumar Purohit is a committed development professional in education, holding a Master’s in English Literature from Odisha State Open University and a Political Science degree from Sambalpur University. He has extensive experience working with diverse communities, particularly persons with disabilities, and has been associated with organizations like Samarthanam Trust, CAVI Odisha, and VIEWS. He is skilled in project management, training, monitoring, and team coordination, he currently serves as Project Lead – Education at VIEWS. Mukesh leads program implementation to improve access to quality education for marginalized children and is passionate about creating inclusive learning environments that empower every child to succeed.