Ashis heads the Operations at CDRI, where he provides the strategic oversight of People & Talent, Finance, Procurement, Legal & Risks, IT, and Administration to ensure the Secretariat operates with precision and agility, effectively delivering on its global mandate.

He has been instrumental in strengthening CDRI’s institutional frameworks, aligning its policies & systems with international standards, guiding its transition into an international organisation.

With over 25 years of experience in leading operations within complex international settings, Ashis brings strategic insight and commitment to innovation. Prior to joining CDRI, he held senior positions in finance and operations with international NGOs and multilateral institutions.

Ashis is a Fellow of CPA Australia and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) from AICPA, and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). He also holds certifications in the management of international organisations, sustainable policy, among others.

His broad expertise spans people leadership, business and technical operations, digital integration, and continuous improvement towards operational excellence, supporting resilient infrastructure across the Coalition Members.