Harish Dari
Seasoned CSR Leader | Cluster CSR Head - North I SPJain - Mumbai
- Role
- Cluster Csr Head - North i Cement Manufacturing & Mines at Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd.
- Location
- Surat, GJ, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Harish Dari
I am a seasoned Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) professional with over 22 years of experience designing, implementing, and leading impactful community development and stakeholder engagement initiatives across India. With a strong academic foundation, a Bachelor’s in Science, a Master’s in Social Work, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Development Management from SPJIMR. I bring a unique blend of strategic insight and grassroots understanding.Born and raised in Veraval (Somnath), Gujarat, and having worked extensively across Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh, I possess deep regional knowledge and cultural sensitivity that enables me to craft CSR strategies aligned with both business objectives and community needs. I have a passion for driving sustainable development and empowering marginalized communities through skill development, livelihood programs, and collaborative partnerships.Throughout my career, I have contributed to reputed organizations such as the Aditya Birla Group, Ambuja Cement Foundation, Catholic Relief Services, and Reliance Industries. Currently, I serve as Cluster CSR Head at Nuvoco Vistas Corporation Limited (Nirma Group), where I lead CSR programs across cement manufacturing plants, grinding units, and mining operations in the North cluster. I oversee initiatives like skill development (Nuvo Mason Program), women empowerment (Project Aakriti), and sustainable agriculture (AFR Project), driving measurable social and economic impact.Known for effective stakeholder management, I have built enduring partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, community leaders, and internal business units to ensure program success and sustainability. I have also played key roles in facilitating public hearings and compliance processes that support business expansions. My work has been recognized with multiple awards at national and international levels.From starting my career as a Field Officer to leading CSR at a cluster level, I remain committed to fostering inclusive growth, operational excellence, and community empowerment through strategic CSR leadership.
Experience
Cluster Csr Head - North i Cement Manufacturing & Mines
Oct 2025 — Present · Chittorgarh, IN
Heading CSR wing of manufacturing plants and mines of North region along with stake holder management and Responsible to Design and Drive CSR initiatives across North Cluster with support of Unit CSR Heads. Major ProjectsProject Akriti - To empower rural women through industrial stitching and entrepreneurship, providing sustainable income opportunities.Nuvo Mason Program - Oversaw end-to-end execution of the Nuvo Mason Program across North cluster, an NSDC-certified skill development initiative, providing structured STT and RPL. Drove workforce formalization and enhanced employability through high-quality masonry training.AFR Project - Handling the Project that involves famer to supply Agri Culture Waste to the Company for its utilization as AFR.
Education
SPJIMR SP Jain Institute of Management & Research
Postgraduate certificate in development Management , Developmental Services Worker
Municipal Law Collage, Gondal
Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law
Saurashtra University, Rajkot
Master of Social Work - MSW, Social Work
Saurashtra University, Rajkot
Bachelor of Science - BS, Chemistry
SPJIMR SP Jain Institute of Management & Research
PG Development Management, Community development
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