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Saravanan Sadanandom

Saravanan Sadanandom

Head Of Department

Summary

A strategic leader with over 30 years of experience in education management, operational leadership, and P&L oversight. Demonstrated success in leading multi-campus operations, devising school-specific strategies, and improving organizational profitability. Skilled in driving sales growth, managing admissions processes, financial management, and ensuring compliance. Strong background in talent development, fostering partnerships, implementing human resource strategies, and optimizing operational efficiency.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of the Department

Ministry of Education
01.2020 - Current
  • Mentored department staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Established key performance indicators and monitored progress towards meeting departmental objectives consistently.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels between team members at all levels within the organization.
  • Drove process improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies, developing solutions, and monitoring results over time.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to ensure operational and academic excellence, overseeing budgets and ensuring fiscal control.
  • Directed cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives, enhancing student engagement and improving operational outcomes.

General Manager

National Heritage Board
01.2016 - 12.2019
  • Turned centre into **profitable venture** by increasing visitor engagement and optimizing operations, achieving significant financial improvement through strategic marketing and cost management.
  • Managed full **P&L responsibility**, ensuring revenue growth, cost control, and financial compliance.
  • Led cross-departmental operations (HR, IT, Finance, Procurement) to ensure seamless functioning and stakeholder satisfaction.

Head of the Department

Ministry Of Education
01.2010 - 12.2015
  • Led departmental operations, including budgeting, staffing, and curriculum planning, ensuring financial sustainability and academic rigor.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to improve student outcomes and operational efficiency.
  • Led campus infrastructure expansion project , managing project budget, collaborating with various agencies and stakeholders to achieve project objectives.

Special Assistant

Ministry of Education
01.2008 - 12.2009
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of national education policies, ensuring operational alignment with strategic goals.
  • Contributed to planning and policy alignment, supporting operations across various schools.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - First Class Honours in Political Science & History

University of Western Australia
04.2001 -

Skills

Strategic Leadership & Vision

School Management

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Policy Implementation & Compliance

Project Management & Expansion

Team Management

Ethics and integrity

Partnership Building

Budgeting expertise

Media Relations

Accomplishments

Promoted Senior Education Officer II | 2013

Re-designated Senior Education Officer I | 2008

Promoted Senior Education Officer I | 2005


CITATIONS

Long Service Medal – National Day Honours | 2019

Commendation – National Day Honours | 2016

Individual Outstanding Contribution Award - MOE | 2009 | 2014


Timeline

Head of the Department

Ministry of Education
01.2020 - Current

General Manager

National Heritage Board
01.2016 - 12.2019

Head of the Department

Ministry Of Education
01.2010 - 12.2015

Special Assistant

Ministry of Education
01.2008 - 12.2009

Bachelor of Arts - First Class Honours in Political Science & History

University of Western Australia
04.2001 -

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