V. Sasi Kumar - India Program Coordinator. Mr Kumar is responsible for the coordination of the India country program of the institute, inclusive of all development assistance, research and education projects. Mr Kumar has over 25 years experience in the management and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of community development and health programs. With postgraduate qualifications in Management, Mr Kumar also has practical experience in programme management, planning and operationalising programs and projects (Nepal 2007, Chad 2007, Darfur 2006, Shillong 1999) managing the operationalisation of global M&E frameworks in parts of India and assessing and managing risks within programs (Darfur, 2005-06 and Sudan 1995-98). His experience also includes the management of harm reduction interventions with injecting drug users (IDU). He has worked collaboratively with governments across South Asia and Africa whilst in senior positions within the NGO sector.