Key skills and expertise

With 13 years of experience, the expert excels in research, data analysis, consulting, and international development. Responsibilities have included managing events at King's College London and contributing to education projects in Kenya. Expertise encompasses report writing, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and public policy. Notably, a monitoring system was developed for King's College, and evaluation reports were produced for DFID-related projects. Proficient in MS Office, SPSS, and WordPress, the expert has supported academic publications and participated in UNESCAP initiatives, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills.

Project experience and donor exposure

Collaboration with the Department for International Development (DFID) involved a project focused on promoting education among girls with disabilities in Western Kenya. This included generating monitoring and evaluation reports and working within DFID-related logframes. The thematic focus was education, and the project was regional in scope, taking place in the lake region of Western Kenya.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has extensive experience in macro-economy and public finance, social development, monitoring and evaluation, private sector and trade, and research and innovation. Previously held roles include Events and Hospitality Coordinator, Consultant, and Research Assistant. Responsibilities have included managing events, generating evaluation reports, and conducting data analysis. Work spans regional projects in Kenya and academic research in India, showcasing interdisciplinary knowledge in economic development and education. Contributions to international development initiatives and academic publications further highlight the expert's capabilities.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, one of the UN official languages, and Malayalam, these language skills have been utilized in various professional settings, including international development projects and academic roles in multicultural environments. The expert holds a Master of Science in Globalization and Development from Maastricht University in the Netherlands and a Bachelor of Science in Development Economics from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London, in the United Kingdom.