CHANDNI KOLA

• Joined E.F.I as Documentation and Reporting Associate in the Admin Team, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer.
• Prepared project proposals, concept notes, DPRs, and reports for CSR funding, partnerships, and external stakeholders.
• Ensured data security and accurate documentation for organisational records and reporting requirements.
• Supported effective communication with external partners, donors, and stakeholders.
• Contributed to community outreach and awareness by documenting conservation initiatives and impact-driven work.
• Assisted in research-based reporting aligned with E.F.I’s mission, vision, and conservation goals.
• Demonstrated strong organisational skills while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Promotion

• Promoted to Documentation and Reporting Manager on 4th April 2025, recognizing performance, reliability, and increased responsibility in managing documentation, reporting processes, and team coordination.
• Lead follow-up, review, and quality assurance of DPRs, reports, booklets, and concept notes prepared by R&D team to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with organisational goals.

• Developed and implemented project plans; for urban afforestation and EA Tec lab initiatives in accordance with the NGO's mission and goals.
• Oversaw and coordinated; the work of project staff and volunteers, including recruitment, training, and supervision.
• Worked collaboratively; with project partners, budgets, stakeholders, and community members to identify and address community needs.
• Reported; prepared and submitted reports to senior management, funding agencies, and other stakeholders as required.
• Determined project schedules and kept projects on track using proactive adjustments to workflow.

• Providing customer service and assistance while ensuring the safety and security of passengers and the airport.

• Managed project budgets, expenses, and procurement processes to ensure projects are completed within budget and on time.
• Collaborated with stakeholders; such as local government agencies, and community groups to develop and implement lake/pond restoration projects.
• Coordinated with project team members and managed a team of 20+ interns to ensure efficient completion of project tasks.
• Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.
• Prepared project reports, documentation, and presentations to share with stakeholders and funders.
• Researched new methodologies and outsourced techniques to improve data collection, analysis and reporting.
• Engaged in community-based activities like clean-ups, wall paintings, plantation, upcycling, and recycling to mitigate ecological risks in sensitive lentic ecosystems.

• Adapted to new situations and learned new skills quickly.
• Showed initiative and willingness to take on new challenges.