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Anuj Jain
International Development Sector professional and educator
Anuj Jain is the Founder and CEO of Facilitators for Social Change, a role he has held since May 2019.1 He is an international development sector professional and educator with extensive experience in various aspects of social and economic development.
Professional Background
Anuj Jain has expertise in several key areas:
- Inclusive economies, focusing on market systems and financial inclusion
- Social entrepreneurship ecosystems
- Multi-stakeholder partnerships
- Learning and transformative leadership
His areas of interest include leadership for transformative change, inclusive economies applying gender and feminist perspectives, facilitating partnerships in multi-stakeholder environments, and systems approaches to social change.1
Skills and Experience
Anuj Jain possesses a diverse skill set, including:
- Leadership in large-scale program design
- Strategic planning and management in the nonprofit sector
- Fundraising and donor relations
- Strengthening learning systems
- Designing and managing inclusive economy programs
His international development work spans Asia, Africa, the Americas, and parts of the Middle East. He has provided thought leadership for global thematic work in economic development and managed an Asia region program portfolio worth over $250 million.1
Current and Past Roles
In addition to his position at Facilitators for Social Change, Anuj Jain has held other significant roles:
- Senior Strategic Advisor and Idea Incubator at Uthabiti Africa (May 2019 - May 2023)
- Partnerships with organizations such as Oxfam Novib, Drosos Foundation Egypt, and Global Fund for Women
- Involvement in strategic planning and education program reviews for various institutions, including CARE, Oxfam, TechnoServe, and UN Women1
Anuj Jain's extensive experience and expertise in international development and social change make him a notable figure in the field of inclusive economies and transformative leadership.
