Manoj Basnyat

Manoj Basnyat is an expert in the world of development planning and management with over 25 years of experience. By incorporating a variety of sustainable development solutions, he is able to lead and execute a positive change in the lives of those around him. His impressive work history has shown how he has excelled and thrived within the diversified structures of all types of endeavors, whether they’ve been governmental, privately-owned, or civil society organizations. He is also the recipient of countless awards at both national and local levels. Manoj Basnyat is currently the Special Advisor to the United Nations Development Programme. Prior to this, he served as the Senior Adviser and Coordinator of the Sustainable Development Goals Team in the Office of the President of the United Nations General Assembly 71 st Session. He became known for his consistent leadership skills during the push to implement all 17 sustainable development goals, with a focus to end poverty and hunger.