Raj Singh
London
Summary
Experienced Public Policy and Governance graduate with over 3 years' proficiency. Currently pursuing M.A. in International Studies and Diplomacy (SOAS), specializing in Climate Diplomacy. Expertise spans Investigative Research, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Stakeholder Management, Speechwriting, and Project Management. Published author, accomplished national-level cricket player, and active in Student Organizations. Currently interning with UNFCCC as a Research and Coordination Intern. Detail-oriented team player known for strong organizational skills. Accomplished Research Analyst with excellent communication and decision-making abilities, seeking job opportunity for the Prospect Research Officer role at SOAS University of London.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Cordination Intern
UNFCCC
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted coordination and communication of activities with external partners, stakeholders, and member countries.
- Conducted research and analysis on specific topics relevant to the work of the Programme Coordination Department.
- Supported the drafting and dissemination of communications materials, including newsletters, press releases, and social media content.
- Undertook ad-hoc tasks and assignments as required by the Programme Coordination Department.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and recommendations for further action.
Thematic Anchor- PRI-CBO Convergence
Kudumbashree- Government of Kerala, India
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Planned database system to monitor field operations.
- Represented Kudumbashree-NRO in national workshop.
- Designed national capacity-building program with stakeholders.
- Conducted training for project implementation in 5 states.
- Improved implementation through policy development and resource development.
- Facilitated national-level poverty reduction training by NRLM, GoI.
Field Coordinator
Kudumbashree-Government of Kerala, India
05.2019 - 02.2022
- Assisted State Rural Livelihood Mission(s) in implementing PR-CBO Convergence project.
- Developed context-specific rural governance strategies for women SHGs and grassroots institutions.
- Planned and launched advocacy campaigns on village poverty reduction plans.
- Monitored and evaluated project activities through database management and joint review meetings.
- Performed site visits for potential and future field locations as part of expansion planning.
Research Assistant Intern
LOKNITI (CSDS)
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted Organization's director in analyzing time-series NES data.
- Assisted in research work for Assembly elections held in 2018.
- Reviewed reports, data and articles published by peers.
- Coordinated research participants with excellent planning and clear communication.
- Analyzed preliminary data of study, “Politics and Society between Elections”.
Field Assistant Intern
Amhi Amchya Arogyasathi
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Developed "Forest Management Plan" for different villages in district.
- Prepared "Peoples Biodiversity Register" of different villages in district.
- Conducted timeline study to understand "Local Self Governance" in Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA), 1996 and its functioning in Block.
- Designed campaign to promote sustainable Farming and Waste Management.
Education
Master of Arts - International Studies and Diplomacy
UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
London, England09.2023
Master of Arts - Public Policy and Governance
AZIM PREMJI UNIVERSITY
Banglore05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - History
UNIVERSITY OF DELHI
New Delhi, India11.2017
Skills
- Investigative Research
- Public Relations Campaigns
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Policy Advocacy
- Foreign Policy Analysis
- Stakeholders Management
- Project Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Speechwriting
- Negotiation
- Participatory Rural Appraisal
Publication
Co-authored paper "Understanding Citizens' Movements" on SSRN exploring factors leading to govt. intervention & policy changes: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3663252
Student Organization Work
- Successfully vied for the esteemed Welfare and Campaign office in the fiercely contested SOAS UOL SU election of 2022-2023.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills as University captain, orchestrating strategic direction for the South Zone State Inter-University Cricket Tournament in 2019.
- Displayed exceptional administrative prowess while holding the position of Delhi State Vice-President of the All India Student Association, 2015-16.
- Spearheaded a robust Fundraising Campaign following the Gorkha Earthquake in Nepal, 2015.
- Dedicated service to India's National Service Scheme under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, 2014-16, contributing significantly to community welfare initiatives.
Timeline
Research and Cordination Intern
UNFCCC
05.2023 - Current
Thematic Anchor- PRI-CBO Convergence
Kudumbashree- Government of Kerala, India
02.2022 - 08.2022
Research Assistant Intern
LOKNITI (CSDS)
01.2021 - 01.2022
Field Coordinator
Kudumbashree-Government of Kerala, India
05.2019 - 02.2022
Field Assistant Intern
Amhi Amchya Arogyasathi
05.2018 - 07.2018
Master of Arts - International Studies and Diplomacy
UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
Master of Arts - Public Policy and Governance
AZIM PREMJI UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - History
UNIVERSITY OF DELHI
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