Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Certification
Freelancing Projects
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Rasshi Khandekar

Rasshi Khandekar

Pune

Summary

Training and Development Leader skilled in behavioral skills training and program development. Enhances employability through innovative curricula and impactful workshops, fostering effective communication and collaboration in diverse teams. Committed to driving success and continuous improvement in learning initiatives.

Work History

Head- Learning & Development- CSR Short Term Training

Symbiosis Open Education Society
Pune
01.2021 - Current
  • A strategic Training & Development leader with extensive experience in designing and executing short-term CSR and corporate training programs across Pune, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Indore, Hyderabad, and Delhi. Demonstrated expertise in developing and delivering market-aligned skill-building initiatives aimed at enhancing employability among underserved communities. Proven ability to lead high-impact interventions and implement holistic learning solutions, while also delivering corporate training programs that strengthen workforce capabilities and support organizational objectives.
  • Training Needs & Curriculum Design: Conduct gap analyses & market research; develop outcome-driven curricula using classroom, hands-on, on-job, and blended modalities.
  • Program Delivery & Quality: Lead full rollout across five cities; ensure timely delivery, infrastructure readiness, trainer excellence, and consistency in learner experience.
  • Employability & Career Support: Facilitate internships/apprenticeships and industry partnerships; deliver profile-building, academic orientation, behavioural skills and leadership development sessions to keep trainees aligned and job-ready.
  • Monitored and evaluated KPIs (attendance, retention, completion), tracked skill gains through pre-/post assessments, and gathered student feedback to enhance program quality.
  • Managed budgets, trainer contracts, and resource allocation to optimize costs while maintaining program quality.
  • Team & Stakeholder Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead high-performing training teams; collaborate with CSR, HR, Operations to align programs with organizational goals.
  • Ensured adherence to organizational and regulatory standards, maintained documentation and certifications, and updated modules to reflect evolving industry demand.
  • Reported to senior leadership on progress, outcomes, and challenges; communicated success stories to demonstrate program impact and maintain visibility.

Behavioural Trainer

The North Cap University
Gurgaon
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Developed and delivered a comprehensive training programme for students, covering essential skills for transitioning from academic environments to professional settings.
  • Facilitated workshops on interview techniques, including preparation for various interview formats, answering common questions, and résumé/cover letter optimization.
  • Coordinated and executed a series of industry guest lectures and discussions to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry practices.
  • Evaluated training initiatives by monitoring participant progress and collecting feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Assessed training materials, structure, and success rates to enhance program quality.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate training content.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.

Head LXD

Avis Aviation Academy
Gurgaon & Saket
03.2023 - 04.2024
  • Facilitated leadership programs that developed executive presence, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills in aviation aspirants.
  • Lead the creation and continual improvement of learning content, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and student's needs.
  • Provide training on building effective workplace relationships, focusing on teamwork, active listening, conflict resolution, and emotional intelligence.
  • Facilitate sessions to help students set realistic professional and personal goals, along with strategies for time management to boost productivity and performance.
  • Develop and deliver lessons on improving verbal communication, public speaking skills, and accent neutralization.
  • Led training sessions to enhance students’ presentation abilities, emphasizing body language, tone, and professional etiquette for improved communication and self-confidence.

Consultant Trainer

Freelancer
Gurgaon
01.2021 - 02.2023
  • Conducted workshops on effective communication and collaboration strategies to improve team interactions.
  • Facilitated group sessions to strengthen team dynamics and enhance interpersonal skills.
  • Designed training programs addressing diverse learning styles to meet corporate objectives.
  • Created customized learning experiences aligned with organizational goals.

Manager

Axis Bank Ltd.
New Delhi & Pune
07.2006 - 06.2011
  • Implemented strategic sales plans that expanded the company's customer base and solidified its presence.
  • Developed and implemented sales initiatives and strategies to effectively capture key demographics.
  • Identified market trends and trained team on new products and competition insights to capitalize on opportunities.
  • Trained sales teams and front-end executives on bank products to enhance product knowledge and drive sales performance.
  • Established and maintained productive and professional relationships with key personnel in assigned customer accounts.
  • Monitored sales goals and submitted results.
  • Gained a deep understanding of the ideal customers and their alignment with the products.

Education

Advanced Diploma - TEFL with Business English Specialization

International College of Teachers And Trainers
Delhi
01-2025

Diploma - Child Psychology

British Learning
Delhi, UK
01-2022

International Diploma - Early Childhood Care and Education

Chalkboard School Solutions
Mumbai, New York
01-2016

Post Graduate Diploma - Services Marketing

Indira School of Management
Pune
05-2006

B.A - Economics (Hons)

Miranda House, Delhi University
Delhi
01-2004

Post Graduate Diploma - Special Education Needs

International College of Teachers And Trainers
Delhi
Delhi

Skills

  • Training needs analysis
  • CSR program development
  • Program development
  • Training assessment
  • Content development
  • POSH workshop facilitation
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer management
  • Behavioral skills training
  • Engaging presentation skills
  • Verbal and non-verbal communication
  • Facilitation skills
  • Effective communication

Websites

Certification

• NABET (National Accreditation Board for Education and Training) Certified Trainer
• Certified Soft Skills Trainer: Emotional Intelligence, Communication Skills, Body Language, Creating Powerful First Impression, Transactional Analysis, Conflict Resolution, Interpersonal Skills- Image Consulting Business Institute (ICBI)
• Image Management - Clothing, Grooming, Body Language and Etiquette- ICBI co-branded with Conselle Institute of Image Management, US
• Certification in Practical Skills-Behavioral Counselling, Addiction Counselling, Parenting Counselling (Pursuing)
• Certificate of Completion of completing 20 hours of training program in Child Psychology- Fobet
• NLP Practitioner Certification
• POSH Trainer Certification
• Certified Instructional Design Practitioner

Freelancing Projects

  • BYJU'S Learning Center, 6-hour training session, Customer Service Excellence- Thinking out of the Box
  • AVIS Aviation Training Academy, 2-hour training session, Art and Science of Body Language
  • Qualicentric LLP, 2-hour session, Handling Virtual Meetings with ease
  • NeeV Learning Center (NGO), 2-hour session, 'Be a Confident Speaker'
  • Imperial Auto Industries, 2-hour session, Teambuilding and Teamwork & Body language
  • NIVA Bupa, Guest speaker, ABC of Communication
  • Blu Smart, Sessions on Customer Service Excellence, Empathy & Communication Skills
  • Avinash Cargo Pvt Ltd, 8-hour session on Strategic Communication, Teamwork and Customer Service
  • DNX Cargo Pvt Ltd, 8-hour Leadership Development Program
  • Mahindra Integrated Business Services, 3-hour multiple sessions on Conflict Management, Data Analysis and Intermediate Ms Excel
  • DNX Cargo Pvt Ltd, 8-hour session on Building Strategic Leadership: From Vision to Sustainable Change
  • Mahindra Integrated Business Services, 8-hour session on Leadership Training for Band 3 and above employees

Timeline

Behavioural Trainer

The North Cap University
05.2024 - 12.2024

Head LXD

Avis Aviation Academy
03.2023 - 04.2024

Consultant Trainer

Freelancer
01.2021 - 02.2023

Head- Learning & Development- CSR Short Term Training

Symbiosis Open Education Society
01.2021 - Current

Manager

Axis Bank Ltd.
07.2006 - 06.2011

Advanced Diploma - TEFL with Business English Specialization

International College of Teachers And Trainers

Diploma - Child Psychology

British Learning

International Diploma - Early Childhood Care and Education

Chalkboard School Solutions

Post Graduate Diploma - Services Marketing

Indira School of Management

B.A - Economics (Hons)

Miranda House, Delhi University

Post Graduate Diploma - Special Education Needs

International College of Teachers And Trainers

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