Richard Wurmbrand

Critic
DISC Type : C

Global Programme Quality Adviser at Christian Aid

Greater Chennai Area, India

Overview

Anand Joshua is a global programme quality and strategy professional with extensive experience in senior advisory roles at Christian Aid and World Vision India. He has managed portfolios over $37 million and overseen 100+ humanitarian programmes. He holds a Masters degree from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences.

His work reflects a deep commitment to enhancing the effectiveness and integrity of international development and humanitarian programming. He is a frequent speaker on topics of strategic leadership, governance, and accountability within faith-based and non-governmental organizations, indicating a personal passion for ethical ministry and mission-driven work.

Unique fact: Anand has provided quality advisory support to more than 18 country programmes across five continents, including in conflict and crisis zones.

Personality Overview

Negotiator

Precise

ROI Driven

They are quite likely to negotiate on pricing or other key terms.  They prefer to do logical analysis and value evidence over emotions. They don’t appreciate bells and whistles unless backed by data.

Topics They Care About

Programme Quality Assurance
His career has centered on developing and implementing programme quality standards, tools, and assessment processes for major international NGOs like Christian Aid and World Vision.
Strategic Leadership
He frequently speaks on strategic leadership, planning, accountability, and transparency, outlining frameworks for effective leadership in complex, volatile environments.
Humanitarian Aid Effectiveness
His work involves deep dives into programme quality in countries like Bangladesh, Burundi, and Ukraine, focusing on improving the impact of humanitarian and development initiatives.

Media Appearances

Richard has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2021 - 1-2026
Global Programme Quality Adviser at Christian Aid
9-2016 - 2-2021
Head - Program Quality at World Vision India
7-2016 - 9-2016
Head - Research and Strategy Management at World Vision India
9-2011 - 6-2016
Corporate Planner at World Vision India
4-2008 - 8-2011
Program Quality Manager at World Vision India

Education

2002 - 2004
Master's degree from Tata Institute of Social Sciences
1994 - 1998
B. Tech from Allahabad Agricultural Institute

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Insights For Selling To Richard

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Leverage facts and figures wherever possible; use percentages, numbers etc.
  • Use phrases like ‘expect X% improvement’, ‘data clearly shows’ etc.
  • Be formal and objective, they will appreciate it more

DONT's

  • Make extra effort to not seem pushy or confrontational
  • Don’t rush them till they have clearly gotten all the necessary information
  • Do not use very emotional or colorful language

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Richard is

  • Strong evidence of ROI, effective pricing, and proven data points matter the most to them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Richard

  • It is not very hard for them to say no if they are not convinced about the decision.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Richard move?

  • They are neither the fastest nor the slowest decision makers, they are somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Richard take some risk or not?

  • They can bear some risk if their analysis backs the decision.

You And Richard

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