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NCS Code: 2422.0200
A CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Manager is responsible for designing and implementing initiatives that align a company’s business goals with social and environmental impact. They plan community development projects, manage partnerships with NGOs, ensure compliance with CSR regulations, and monitor programme outcomes. CSR Managers work across sectors such as education, healthcare, and sustainability, helping organisations build ethical practices, enhance brand reputation, and contribute meaningfully to society while meeting statutory requirements.
Strong communication and stakeholder management
Project planning and execution
Knowledge of social issues and public policy
Research and impact assessment
Leadership and team coordination
Financial planning and budgeting
Problem-solving and decision-making
Report writing and documentation
Dr Ambika Prasad Nanda began his journey as a grassroots social worker in remote tribal regions of Odisha, living closely with communities to understand their challenges. With extensive field experience at UNDP, he developed strong expertise in rural development and disaster management. Rising to become Head of CSR at Tata Steel (Odisha), he transformed CSR into a data-driven, impact-focused model. Today, he is a nationally recognised leader, known for building sustainable livelihood initiatives grounded in real community needs.
A CSR manager can become an entrepreneur by leveraging their experience in social impact, partnerships, and programme implementation to start a social enterprise or CSR consulting firm. They can design and manage impact-driven projects for corporates, NGOs, and government bodies, focusing on areas like education, health, and sustainability. By combining strategic thinking with grassroots understanding, they can create scalable solutions, build cross-sector collaborations, and generate sustainable social and financial value.
Locomotor disability (OA, OL, OAL, etc.) (e.g., mobility impairment but able to work with or without assistive devices)
Hearing impairment (HH) (especially with communication aids)
Speech & language disability
Low vision (LV) (with assistive technology like screen readers and magnifiers)