Rupika Sharma joined Athena in December 2024 as a Manager in Business Development. She specializes in proposal management, donor engagement, and strategic partnership building, with experience working with leading donors such as USAID, MCC, FCDO, the World Bank, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and African organizations.

Her expertise spans the entire business development lifecycle, from market research and competitive analysis to capture planning, bid management, and fostering long-term collaborations. Rupika has contributed to sectors including climate change, agriculture, gender equality, digital financial inclusion, and international development, developing a nuanced understanding of donor priorities.

She holds an MBA and a bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Delhi University. Passionate about optimizing business development processes, she is committed to applying innovative solutions and continuously advancing her skills in the development sector.