Senior Software Project Manager

Delivering enterprise-scale software systems for Governments, UN Agencies, and World Bank programs.

Agile • Jira • Enterprise Systems

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About Me

Rishi Aryal

I am a Senior Software Project Manager with over 15 years of progressive experience delivering enterprise-scale software systems. My expertise lies in Agile and Scrum delivery, Jira-based project management, and leading cross-functional teams across distributed time zones in the US, Europe, and Asia.

I have a strong technical foundation in SDLC, Health Informatics, MIS, and Social Protection systems. I am recognized for building sustainable systems, strengthening institutional ownership, and enabling long-term digital transformation for clients like UNDP, UNICEF, and The World Bank.

15+

Years Experience

10M+

USD Portfolio

20+

Major Projects

Core Competencies

Project Management

Agile & Scrum (CSM) Jira & Backlog Mgmt SDLC & Release Mgmt Risk Management Vendor Management Stakeholder Coordination KPIs & Dashboards

Technical & Tools

MIS / eCMS / EMIS DevOps Collaboration Python SQL Server PostgreSQL Windows Server Kubernetes Django

Domain Expertise

Health Informatics Social Protection Legal Case Management Education Systems Disaster Risk Mgmt Digital Transformation

Professional Experience

06/2019 – Present

Senior Software Project Manager (Freelance)

US-based Health Informatics Organization | Kathmandu, Nepal

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise healthcare and management information systems.
  • Manage Jira epics, user stories, and sprint backlogs; facilitate Agile ceremonies.
  • Coordinate Engineering, QA, UI/UX, and DevOps across multiple time zones.
Impact: Portfolio of digital system implementations valued at ~USD 10 Million. Delivered production-ready healthcare MIS platforms supporting large-scale digital operations.
05/2015 – 08/2018

ICT Specialist

Provedoria dos Direitos Humanos e Justiça (PDHJ) | Timor-Leste

  • Managed nationwide upgrade and rollout of an electronic Case Management System (eCMS).
  • Oversaw vendor management, including source code updates and maintenance agreements.
  • Led change management activities and user training programs.
Impact: Effectively managed Programme with value: USD 1.46 Million. Achieved nationwide eCMS adoption.
08/2014 – 04/2015

ICT Audit Specialist

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

  • Conducted comprehensive technical and governance audit of a PostgreSQL-based eCMS.
  • Assessed system architecture, performance, scalability, and security.
  • Supported containerized testing and deployment activities using Kubernetes.
10/2013 – 07/2014

EMIS Consultant

UNICEF

  • Led national assessment and enhancement of the Education Management Information System (EMIS).
  • Integrated multiple education databases into a single centralized national platform.
  • Coordinated infrastructure upgrades, virtualized environments, and data migration.
09/2012 – 08/2013

IT / Case Management System Consultant

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

  • Led design and delivery of a Django-based electronic Case Management System.
  • Translated paper-based legal workflows into secure digital processes.
  • Mentored internal IT staff to ensure knowledge transfer.
04/2012 – 05/2013

Management Information System Consultant

The World Bank

  • Designed and delivered a centralized MIS supporting national social protection programs.
  • Integrated multiple cash transfer and beneficiary management programs.
  • Supported vendor coordination, testing, and quality assurance.
11/2010 – 06/2011

ICT Consultant

IOM – UN Migration

  • Analyzed disaster risk management and IDP reintegration workflows.
  • Designed data management, verification, and complaint-handling systems.
01/2007 – 12/2007

IT / Data Management Specialist

Government of Nepal – Ministry of Health

  • Managed HMIS system administration and disaster recovery planning.
  • Implemented Windows Server, Active Directory, SQL Server, and virtualization.

Education & Certifications

Education

Master of Information Technology

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) – 2004

Master of Economics

University of Delhi – 2008

Bachelor of Information Technology

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) – 2002

Certifications

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Agile & Scrum Alliance

Google Project Management Professional Certificate

Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate

Python for Everybody – Specialization

Testimonials

"Rishi's ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and stakeholders was crucial for our UNDP project delivery. His Agile expertise ensured we met every deadline."

Sarah Jenkins

Program Coordinator, UNDP

"A rare combination of technical Python knowledge and strict project management discipline. Rishi delivered the Health MIS system flawlessly. Highly recommended."

Dr. David Chen

CTO, HealthTech Org