Lakshman Nirthanakumaran
Project Leader
Summary
Lakshman has worked as a strategy consultant in the Australian Federal and NSW government contexts, with experience in the energy, health and education sectors. He originally trained and practiced as a doctor in Western Sydney, predominantly in Emergency and Paediatric medicine. He is passionate about making a difference for members of disadvantaged communities.
Education
- Bachelor of Medical Studies, University of New South Wales
- Doctor of Medicine, University of New South Wales
Delivery Experience
Lakshman is working with communities across rural India, the Philippines and New Zealand as part of the Global Mayors Challenge.
Other Experience
Prior to joining DA, Lakshman led a team in the NSW Department of Education to deliver a teaching quality reform across the state. His team piloted and scaled a program that connected exceptional teachers from lower socioeconomic schools with teachers from similar contexts, bringing relevant experience to the educators’ long-term professional development. The team also implemented a simultaneous program evaluation.
Before that, Lakshman was a management consultant in a boutique strategy consulting firm, building his strategic and analytical skillset whilst working with government, corporate and not-for-profit clients. He has helped senior leaders working in education, energy, disability and health to drive major reform for citizens across Australia.
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