Gunjan Patel

About Gunjan Patel

With over 18 years of experience in strategic CSR, ESG and sustainability, I am passionate about enabling community and youth with equitable access to education, skilling, and employment opportunities through technology and digital inclusion. As the Director & Head - Philanthropies, Microsoft India, I work with youth towards talent development through future of skills and workforce development, leveraging Microsoft\'s and LinkedIn\'s Skills4Jobs initiatives.I have built powerful future- and technology skills development models through partnerships with government(s), private sector, and models, driving high social ROI and aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. I have also fostered social entrepreneurship and innovation for a green and inclusive economy, collaborating with UN agencies, government think tanks, and incubators. I have deep insights into the dynamic regulatory environment of CSR and ESG, ensuring compliance and alignment with the vision and values of Microsoft India.

Experience

1. Director - Skills for Social Impact, Head- Ai Skills, Philanthropies

   Microsoft

   Jul 2024 — Present · IN

Education

• Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

  Management Development Programme, Managerial Effectiveness

• Gujarat University

  Bachelor of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science

• Tata Institute of Social Sciences

  Master of Health Administration, Healthcare, Public Health

Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Capacity Building
• Public Health
• Healthcare Information Technology
• Quality Management
• Strategy
• Market Research
• Data Analysis
• Healthcare Consulting
• Training
• Business Strategy
• Analysis
• Management
• Medicine
• Program Management
• Proposal Writing
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Project Management
• Project Planning
• Ngos
• Policy
• Healthcare
• Business Development
• Research
• Qualitative Research