John Tirkey

John is an Advocacy & Liaison Officer on our project- Strengthening Resilience: Sustainable Adaptation to Climate Change in Flood-Affected Areas of Assam.

How long have you been working with People's Action for Development?

I joined PAD in 2012, starting as a livelihood coordinator.   

Where did you work before joining PAD?

I worked as an administrator with the World Health Organization on cancer in youth throughout the North East, and I have also worked in the Tezpur Social Service Society (TSSS). 

What do you find is the most interesting part of your role?

I enjoy working at the grassroots level with communities to strengthen their livelihood sector.

What is the best part about working for PAD?

Team work!