Bimal Gadal

An accomplished humanitarian and development management professional with over 20 years of expertise overseeing multi-sectoral emergency response and resilience programs across diverse geographies. Skilled in overseeing portfolios of large-scale humanitarian assistance projects, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless collaboration among program, technical, donor, and partner stakeholders. Proficient in integrating and managing work plans, budgets, and multi-sector interventions to deliver impactful results in challenging environments. Demonstrated success in strategic program oversight, business development, and compliance with donor policies and regulations. Adept at building and leading program management units, providing strategic direction, and fostering partnerships with government agencies and institutional donors. Recognized for managing programs exceeding $10 million annually and benefitting over a million people in hard-to-reach areas. Holds advanced degrees in Sustainable International Development and Nonprofit Administration, complemented by hands-on expertise in crisis response, recovery, and resilience-building efforts globally.

• Demonstrated expertise in managing over fifty complex humanitarian response, recovery, and resilience projects and programs, including post-conflict transitional recovery in Iraq and post-disaster recovery in Nepal and Lao PDR.
• Comprehensive knowledge of emergency response minimum programming standards such as SPHERE, Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS), and Do No Harm principles.
• Proven track record in donor compliance and managing multi-donor portfolios, including ECHO, DFID, DG ECHO, SIDA, and DFAT Australia.
• Directed multi-sectoral relief and recovery programs, including WASH, housing, livelihood recovery, education, gender equality, and psycho-social support, for post-conflict and disaster-affected populations.
• Successfully led the Nepal Earthquake 2015 Response, Midwest Floods 2014 Recovery, and Eastern Terai Flood 2016 Relief Programs, achieving all donor-mandated targets.
• Coordinated Post-Ketsana recovery and reconstruction planning in Lao PDR, facilitating government capacity building in disaster risk management (DRM) and policy implementation.
• Led resilience-building initiatives such as BRACED, PRAGATI, BURDAN, and PRIME in Nepal, funded by institutional donors, integrating climate adaptation, urban resilience, and risk-sensitive planning.
• Strengthened local and national government capacities for DRR strategy implementation in Lao PDR and revised the Climate Change Strategy for Thailand.
• Spearheaded urban risk management and trans-boundary water governance projects across South Asia, funded by SIDA and Nordic Climate Fund.
• Built and maintained positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including local communities, government officials, UN agencies, and multilateral donors.
• Represented programs at high-level forums and effectively negotiated with partners and donors to secure funding and operational support.
• Advocated for DRR policy reforms in Nepal, contributing to the National Strategy for Resilient Local Communities and DRR&M Act.
• Mentored and empowered multi-disciplinary teams in Iraq, Nepal, and Lao PDR, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Conducted capacity-building workshops on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery for local authorities and community leaders.
• Demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in team composition and program delivery.
• Applied safeguarding principles in conflict-sensitive environments, ensuring the protection of vulnerable populations.
• Mitigated operational risks in complex settings through robust planning, security protocols, and duty-of-care measures.
• Ensured compliance with safeguarding standards in all phases of program implementation.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, enabling effective report writing, donor communication, and advocacy.
• Published policy briefs, program strategies, and donor proposals aligning with humanitarian principles and organizational goals.
• Fluency in English; adept at working in multi-lingual and cross-cultural contexts.
• Expert in strategizing, planning, and managing resources to achieve timely and impactful project completion.
• Demonstrated ability to address operational challenges and resource conflicts through innovative solutions and collaborative approaches.
• Skilled in using analytical tools for monitoring and evaluation, ensuring continuous improvement in program effectiveness.
• Successfully addressed complex, high-stakes challenges in post-conflict and disaster-affected regions by integrating multidisciplinary approaches, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and donor expectations. For example, led the 2015 Nepal Earthquake Recovery program, navigating resource constraints and logistical barriers to achieve measurable outcomes.
• Developed and implemented impactful solutions for recovery and resilience programs in Iraq and Lao PDR, aligning with organizational objectives. These efforts directly benefited over a million people, improving access to critical services and restoring livelihoods.
• Set and achieve goals, objectives, and timelines for humanitarian projects, such as the BRACED and PRAGATI initiatives, while expanding the portfolio of Climate Resilience and Recovery (CRR) programs in Nepal. Effectively managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely and within-budget project delivery.
• Led the coordination of resources across multiple functional areas to address project challenges, such as supply chain disruptions during the post-earthquake response and recovery in Nepal. Maintained direct reporting to senior leadership while fostering collaboration among stakeholders to resolve project issues effectively.

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