Jaya Parashar

About Jaya Parashar

I am passionate about driving sustainable, community-led solutions at the intersection of international development, public health, women empowerment, and corporate responsibility. With experience spanning program management, impact evaluation, grantmaking, and strategic partnerships, I have worked with organizations like the World Bank, Unilever, Save the Children, and the Sall Family Foundation to create evidence-based strategies that empower communities and drive lasting change. Throughout my career, I have: Designed and implemented evaluation methodologies for grant allocation, ensuring alignment with mission-driven funding in family foundations and corporate philanthropy. Conducted research and impact assessments to identify gaps, trends, and opportunities in public health, gender equity, and sustainable development. Built and managed cross-sector partnerships with nonprofit, corporate, and government stakeholders to drive scalable solutions. Developed and scaled initiatives in corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainability, and philanthropy, impacting thousands globally. At the World Bank, I conducted research across 15+ sectors to develop a framework for women’s leadership and analyzed global trends on gender equality. At Unilever, I spearheaded health and nutrition initiatives that reached over women, fostering partnerships with 10+ stakeholders to create sustainable community programs. I also mobilized resources and evaluated 40+ grant proposals at Save the Children, ensuring programmatic alignment with donor expectations. Through my work with the Sall Family Foundation, I developed a structured grant allocation strategy to identify and support transformative nonprofit organizations. With a strong foundation in corporate responsibility, family foundations, and philanthropy, I am committed to leveraging strategic investments and partnerships to drive equitable, sustainable change. Whether analyzing data to guide investment decisions, managing program budgets, or fostering inclusive collaborations, my goal is to contribute to initiatives that bridge research, policy, and action for long-term impact. Let’s connect and explore opportunities to advance innovative solutions in CSR, philanthropy, and sustainability!

Experience

1. Program Coordinator - Grants & Communication

   The George Washington University Regulatory Studies Center

   Jul 2025 — Present · Washington, DC, US

Education

• Delhi University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Science and Government

  2013 — 2016

• The George Washington University

  Master of Public Administration - MPA, Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management

• Center Point School

  CBSE, Humanities

  2011 — 2013

• Delhi University

  Master of Arts - MA, Political Science and International Relations

  2016 — 2018