Suraj Kumar

Suraj Kumar is an experienced professional in the field of social work and program management, currently serving as the State Co-ordinator for Jharkhand at Room to Read India since April 2022, with additional responsibilities for Bihar. Prior positions include Director - In-Charge of Bihar Programs and Assistant Director of Uttar Pradesh Programs at SOS Children's Villages of India from May 2017 to March 2022. Suraj Kumar has also held various roles at Pratham, such as State Head for Jharkhand and Rajasthan, and State Program Manager, as well as Program Officer from June 2008 to November 2016. Earlier experience includes serving as a Fellow at Tata-Dhan Academy from July 2006 to June 2008. Educational credentials include a Master's in Social Work with a focus on Child Rights from Tata Institute of Social Sciences and a Post Graduate Diploma in Development Management from Tata-Dhan Academy, with ongoing studies in a Certificate Program in Result-Based Program Management at the Indian School of Development Management set to conclude in May 2024.