Francesca Elena Cenci
Research Assistant
London
Summary
Social anthropologist with 2+ years of experience conducting primary and secondary socio-environmental research and solid administrative skills at charity and organisation levels. Committed advocate for social and environmental justice with versatile knowledge in a variety of research methods. Experience working in diverse teams, fostering excellent communication, strong teamwork and creative problem-solving for project delivery.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Research Assistant
Global Canopy
04.2024 - Current
- Experience of policy desk-based research with large, complex data sets.
- Qualitative data analysis, data management and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of deforestation and related human rights abuses, supply chains, ESG.
- Ability to communicate complex ideas to non-expert audiences – both in writing and in person
Research Assistant
Verify Humanity
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted research in a team to write papers, reports, guidelines and briefings.
- UK Policy research, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, literature reviews and reports.
- Project evaluation and planning knowledge coupled with effective prioritising to meet deadlines.
E-Commerce Customer Service Assistant
London Transport Museum
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Acted as first point of contact liaising customers and suppliers’ needs.
- Managed 50+ daily queries, maintained high levels of product knowledge regularly coordinating with suppliers and external fulfillment centres.
- Tracked expenses and payments when dealing with returns, refunds and exchanges efficiently and within the SLA.
- Developed experience in GDPR and relevant data protection legislation, PCI-DSS, and dealing with sensitive data.
Museum Visitor Assistant
Artisan People
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Ensured the smooth running of day-to-day operations within the EDI framework while being the first point of contact for driving institutions within the heritage sector (such as Tate Modern, Barbican, and Southbank Centre).
- Implemented visitor services skills, engaging with various users and tailoring communication to audience-specific needs and interests.
- Developed flexibility and problem-solving, adapting to fast-changing environments and contributing to dedicated teamwork.
Research Assistant
Dressing Up For The Future
6 2023 - 7 2023
- Employed ethnographic methods to narrow research questions and analyse qualitative data.
- Managed qualitative data collection for the project's primary research, recording and transcribing interviews, and collating research data into accessible reports.
- Assisted workshop planning and delivery, curating communication style to fit workshops' young audience.
Teacher
Climate Ed
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Led and coordinated workshops on climate change and carbon literacy in schools as part of the Climate Ed community project on climate education.
- Tailored communication style to facilitate conversations in an audience-appropriate manner.
Researcher
Sustainable Futures Network
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Identified and suggested new topics for the network assisting the editorial team with sustainability-related content production and review.
- Attended seminars and conferences to further inform selection processes.
Farm Volunteer
Colmeia Permaculture Farm
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked within a community to receive comprehensive training and hands-on workshops on Agroecology and Permaculture.
- Worked with a team of 15 farmers and volunteers to apply workshop knowledge to farming practices.
- Engaged with a local and international community in different languages, depending on audience needs.
Tour Guide
Discover Lisbon
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Matured proactive leadership and strong public speaking skills while leading city tours of 30p+ international groups.
- Curated and updated tour scripts to ensure tailoring communication style and successful delivery of key messages.
- Effectively planned and managed events calendar, set out meetings, arranged communication with venues for events and tracked expenses and payments.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Anthropology
SOAS University of London
London 09.2021 - 2022.09
Bachelor of Arts - History, Anthropology And Religions
University of Rome 'La Sapienza'
Rome 09.2018 - 08.2021
Skills
- Research
Project Planning & Evaluation
Literature Review
Verbal & Written communication
Critical Thinking
Problem-solving
Fast Learner, Adaptability & Teamwork
Timeline
Research Assistant
Global Canopy
04.2024 - Current
E-Commerce Customer Service Assistant
London Transport Museum
10.2023 - 02.2024
Research Assistant
Verify Humanity
09.2023 - Current
Researcher
Sustainable Futures Network
02.2023 - 06.2023
Teacher
Climate Ed
01.2023 - 09.2023
Museum Visitor Assistant
Artisan People
10.2022 - 09.2023
Farm Volunteer
Colmeia Permaculture Farm
07.2022 - 08.2022
Master of Arts - Social Anthropology
SOAS University of London
09.2021 - 2022.09
Bachelor of Arts - History, Anthropology And Religions
University of Rome 'La Sapienza'
09.2018 - 08.2021
Tour Guide
Discover Lisbon
09.2017 - 08.2018
Research Assistant
Dressing Up For The Future
6 2023 - 7 2023
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