My Story
A little bit about Dhurba
Dhurba Khatri is a dedicated public health professional with extensive experience in social behavior change, project coordination, and research. He has successfully led health initiatives, particularly focusing on primary healthcare and youth projects, and has worked with prominent organizations like KIOCH and PSI Nepal. Dhurba holds a Master of Public Health and has published several studies on health literacy, mental health, and service utilization, contributing meaningfully to healthcare research and program implementation in Nepal.
Academic Qualification
Master of Public Health, 2022 Pokhara University
Bachelor of Public Health, 2017 Pokhara University
+2 Sciences (HSEB) , 2013 Sirjana Higher Secondary School
SLC , 2011 Shree Shaheed Shukra Higher Secondary School
Years of Experiences
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Experience
Kathmandu Institute of Child Health
Jan 2023 - Present
Sr. Social Behavior Change Officer
I manage research programs, overseeing timelines, budgets, and mitigating risks for smooth execution. I lead planning, documentation, and evaluation of activities, conduct capacity-building training, and apply human-centered design to SBC materials with government and UNICEF collaboration. Additionally, I organize workshops, engage with stakeholders, and supervise sites to ensure quality and program alignment.
Geruwa Rural Awareness Association
Oct 2021 - Dec 2022
Project Coordinator
I lead project planning, implementation, documentation, and reporting, ensuring effective coordination with field and office staff. I manage program interventions, review data, and maintain collaboration with PSI/Nepal and local stakeholders. I organize monthly review meetings, oversee budgeting and HR, and ensure compliance with SOPs. My responsibilities include engaging youth in activities, coordinating local trainings, and advocating for ASRH at local forums, addressing challenges promptly with the PSI field team.
School of PMER
Oct 2017 - Feb 2019
Research Officer
I assisted in developing research proposals, coordinated activities within ethical and regulatory standards, and conducted project surveys. I designed data collection methods, analyzed both qualitative and quantitative data, and interpreted findings to generate actionable insights. I prepared detailed reports and communicated results to diverse audiences, including policymakers and healthcare professionals. I also collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective design and implementation of research projects.
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