Dr. Saji M Kadavil

Dr. Saji M Kadavil is an accomplished professional in sustainable agriculture and climate-smart practices, with a diverse background spanning over two decades. Currently serving as a Research professional at Reliance Foundation since September 2022, Dr. Kadavil previously held significant roles such as Manager of Sustainable Agriculture for South Asia at Rainforest Alliance, where responsibilities included project design, implementation, and stakeholder engagement. Notable experience as a Lead Consultant for Climate Smart Agriculture involved leading evaluations funded by the World Bank. Dr. Kadavil's earlier positions include Senior Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility at IPE Global Limited and Programme Manager at Solidaridad Asia, focusing on sustainable livelihoods and agricultural practices across South and South-East Asia. Dr. Kadavil's academic credentials include a PhD in Economics and an M Phil in Applied Economics from Jawaharlal Nehru University, along with a Master's degree in Economics from Mahatma Gandhi University.