Apurav Shrivastava
Newcastle upon Tyne
Summary
Ambitious and detail-oriented graduate of MA International Relations with a distinction. Diverse background combining expertise in journalism, socio-political research, and content creation. Strong skills in research analysis, report writing, podcast production, and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrated proven ability to effectively manage complex projects, amplify underrepresented voices, and deliver impactful outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
QR Research Assistant
Newcastle University
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Policy Analysis & Evaluation: Conducted comprehensive analysis of the UK government’s International Development White Paper, assessing 296 policy commitments against all 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Identified alignment gaps and strategic opportunities to enhance the UK’s global development impact.
- Performance Monitoring Framework: Developed 10+ quantitative and qualitative indicators to track the UK’s progress on SDG implementation. Designed metrics to ensure transparency in reporting and accountability for measurable outcomes.
- Cross-Sectoral Policy Impact Assessment: Evaluated how UK domestic policies in renewable energy and public health influenced international development objectives. Produced evidence-based reports to guide integration of national priorities with global agendas.
- Parliamentary Engagement: Co-authored a critical response to the White Paper, submitted for review by the UK All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG). Contributed data-driven insights to inform legislative scrutiny of development strategies.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborated with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), British International Investment (BII), and civil society organisations to align research outputs with policymaking needs. Facilitated knowledge-sharing through multilateral working groups.
- SDG Gap Analysis: Systematically mapped all 296 UK commitments to SDG targets, uncovering underprioritised areas (e.g., SDG 6 on Clean Water and SDG 14 on Marine Ecosystems). Advocated for policy coherence to address disparities in gender equality and poverty reduction.
- Recommendations Development: Formulated 15+ actionable proposals to strengthen the UK’s approach to urban development, water resource management, and inclusive growth. Embedded the “leave no one behind” principle into policy guidance documents.
- Monitoring & Evaluation Systems: Established protocols to assess the UK’s contributions to global SDG progress. Piloted tools for real-time tracking of policy outcomes, enhancing accountability mechanisms for sustainable development.
Intern, International Affairs
Dayananda Sagar University
11.2022 - 07.2023
- International Student Support: Advised 100+ prospective students and parents from the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, UK, and US on academic programmes, visa processes, and accommodation options. Streamlined cross-cultural communication to enhance student recruitment and retention.
- CRM System Management: Utilised Meritto CRM software to categorise and track applicant pipelines (hot/warm/cold leads), maintaining accurate records for 500+ international student enquiries. Automated data workflows to improve admissions efficiency by 30%.
- Global Partnerships Development: Established 5+ institutional collaborations with universities including King’s College London (UK), University of Messina (Italy), and University of South Carolina Aiken (US). Coordinated Erasmus+ partnerships and faculty exchange programmes.
- Digital Recruitment Campaigns: Designed and executed targeted social media strategies across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, resulting in a 50% increase in international engineering student enrolments from GCC countries (UAE, Oman, Sudan).
- Strategic Outreach Initiatives: Spearheaded email and virtual engagement campaigns that contributed to a 50+ year-on-year growth in international student numbers. Presented quarterly enrolment reports to senior university leadership.
- Academic Achievement: Maintained a 7.9/10 GPA while simultaneously managing internship responsibilities. Awarded a competitive scholarship for Newcastle University’s MA programme based on academic merit and professional experience.
Content and Research Executive
Ideabrews Studios
01.2022 - 11.2022
- International Student Support: Advised 100+ prospective students and parents from the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, UK, and US on academic programmes, visa processes, and accommodation options. Streamlined cross-cultural communication to enhance student recruitment and retention.
- CRM System Management: Utilised Meritto CRM software to categorise and track applicant pipelines (hot/warm/cold leads), maintaining accurate records for 500+ international student enquiries. Automated data workflows to improve admissions efficiency by 30%.
- Global Partnerships Development: Established 5+ institutional collaborations with universities including King’s College London (UK), University of Messina (Italy), and University of South Carolina Aiken (US). Coordinated Erasmus+ partnerships and faculty exchange programmes.
- Digital Recruitment Campaigns: Designed and executed targeted social media strategies across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, resulting in a 50% increase in international engineering student enrolments from GCC countries (UAE, Oman, Sudan).
- Strategic Outreach Initiatives: Spearheaded email and virtual engagement campaigns that contributed to a 50+ year-on-year growth in international student numbers. Presented quarterly enrolment reports to senior university leadership.
- Academic Achievement: Maintained a 7.9/10 GPA while simultaneously managing internship responsibilities. Awarded a competitive scholarship for Newcastle University’s MA programme based on academic merit and professional experience.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Newcastle Upon Tyne12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication (Hons)
DAYANANDA SAGAR UNIVERSITY
Bengaluru07-2023
Skills
- MS Suite (Word, Excel, PPT)
- Adobe (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign, After Effects)
- G Suite
- Slack
- Asana
- Audacity
- CRM (Meritto)
- Miro
- Canva
- Policy Analysis (UN SDGs)
- Data Interpretation
- Qualitative/Quantitative Research
- Podcast Production (50 eps)
- Audio Editing
- Stakeholder Engagement (FCDO/embassies)
- Cross-Cultural Comms
- Crisis Management
- Persuasive Writing
Additional Information
Internships and volunteer work
- Personal blog: Explore in-depth articles on politics, international relations, and development at www.pirdmedia.net
- Internship: Completed two-month internships at Ideabrews Studios and Bangalore Mirror Newspaper, with published articles available here.
- YouTube Channel: Previously ran a Hindi political commentary channel, now planning to relaunch it in English.
- Street Theatre: Acted in street plays for five years in India, focusing on social and political themes.
Timeline
QR Research Assistant
Newcastle University
03.2023 - 11.2023
Intern, International Affairs
Dayananda Sagar University
11.2022 - 07.2023
Content and Research Executive
Ideabrews Studios
01.2022 - 11.2022
Master of Arts - International Relations
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication (Hons)
DAYANANDA SAGAR UNIVERSITY
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