Executive Director
Fr. James Thyrniang, SDB, is a Salesian priest experienced in social development, education, project management, and youth empowerment. He has held several leadership and governance roles in educational and development institutions. He currently serves as Executive Director-cum-Secretary of BIDS, overseeing projects, finance, skills, livelihoods, and community development.
Assistant Executive Director
Br. Bosco Ekka serves is In-charge of the Rilang After Care programme, supporting young people in their journey towards independence and well-being. He also serves as a consultant to the PDO and is associated with the Department of Psychology at St. Anthony’s College, contributing to education, guidance, and community development.
HR Manager
Has experience in recruitment, people management, employee engagement, training and development, and organisational processes. Her professional journey reflects a strong interest in working with people and creating positive, productive environments where individuals can learn, grow and contribute.
Finance Manager
Experienced in managing foreign-funded projects, financial management, budgeting, reporting, and compliance. Detail-oriented and dependable, she ensures transparency, accountability, and effective financial systems while supporting the organization’s social and developmental goals.
Planning & Development Office Manager
Manager – Project Development & Resource Mobilisation at BIDS, Shillong, with 20+ years of experience in rural development, project management, resource mobilisation and community development. He holds an MBA in Forest Management and a B.Sc. in Forestry.
Administration Manager
He is associated with the Rilang centre. He is also actively involved in project writing and development, contributing to the planning and implementation of BIDS’ programmes and initiatives.
Media and Communication Executive
A young professional with a strong interest in storytelling, communication, culture and community development. Her work reflects a genuine curiosity about people and their experiences, along with an interest in using stories and creative communication to bring important ideas and perspectives to a wider audience.
Program Associate
Development professional with a master’s in social work and experience in project management, monitoring and evaluation, and community development. Contributing to BIDS since 2023.
Placement Coordinator
He supports candidates in their career development and works towards empowering them through skills and sustainable employment. Connecting individuals with meaningful employment and career opportunities.
Placement Coordinator
He is committed to helping individuals build confidence, develop their skills, and achieve sustainable livelihoods. Facilitating career pathways and connecting candidates with suitable opportunities.
Project Manager
Deep Gurung is a social worker with over 12 years of experience in youth development, skill development, child rights, and substance abuse prevention. He currently leads the Child Friendly Shillong and Action for Prevention of Substance Abuse in Communities and Schools projects.
Child Mobilize Officer
Engaging with children, youths, schools, and communities to promote child rights, and substance abuse prevention.
Child Mobilize Officer
Supports children and communities through awareness, participation, and initiatives focused on child protection, wellbeing, and substance abuse prevention
Civil Society Mobilize Officer
Engaging with communities and stakeholders to promote child protection,Participation and substance abuse prevention.
Project Manager
Development Professional with 24 years of experience in TVET, skill development, youth employment, entrepreneurship, and community development. He specializes in leading large-scale programmes and building partnerships that create sustainable opportunities for youth and communities.
Coordinator
Supporting youth in entrepreneurship, business development, and skill-building. He coordinated training programs and youth mobilisation across Meghalaya.
Counsellor
Providing psychosocial support, counselling, and case management to individuals and families. She promotes wellbeing through compassionate counselling, awareness programmes, and community-based interventions.
Project Executive
Provides career guidance, skill development and employment support to youth, while coordinating and implementing MPE initiatives across the Shillong Province
Project manager
With 8 years of experience in community education and development, focusing on quality education, foundational learning, SMC strengthening, and child rights in Meghalaya.
Coordinator
Worked for 4 years as a Coordinator in Eastern West Khasi Hills, overseeing project activities, supporting Supervisors, monitoring implementation, and managing stakeholder communication and reporting.
Coordinator
worked for 2 years as a Coordinator in East Jaintia Hills, supporting project implementation, Supervisors, stakeholder coordination, and progress reporting.
Supervisor
Worked for 2 years as a Supervisor in Eastern West Khasi Hills, focusing on Education Facilitator support, field monitoring, school activities, and community engagement.
Supervisor
Worked for 2.8 years as a Supervisor in East Jaintia Hills, focusing on Education Facilitator support, field monitoring, school activities, and community engagement.
Supervisor
Worked for 1.6 years as a Supervisor in East Jaintia Hills, focusing on Education Facilitator support, field monitoring, school activities, and community engagement.
Project Coordinator
Coordinates NABARD project activities, field implementation, and training. Holds an M.Sc. in Forestry & Biodiversity and a B.Sc. in Agriculture, with prior SGP experience training farmers in organic practices and sustainable agriculture.
Project Assistant
Worked as an Office and Field Assistant at Bosco Integrated Development Society (BIDS), supporting NABARD projects through participant coordination, field visits, training programmes, documentation, monitoring, and beneficiary support.
