Looking to connect with women in the development sector (job search – research/policy roles)
Hi everyone,
I’m reaching out to women working in the development sector — especially those involved in research, programs, or hiring.
I have ~3+ years of experience in social development, working across both research and programme implementation in rural and low-income settings in India. My work has focused on vulnerable communities, with a strong grounding in gender, caste, and systemic exclusion.
Keeping details broad for anonymity, here’s a snapshot:
Research & Analysis:
Worked on large-scale primary research studies (2000+ households)
Experience with mixed-methods research: surveys, in-depth interviews, FGDs
Hands-on with data analysis (SPSS/Excel) and qualitative coding
Contributed to policy-oriented reports and recommendations
Programme Implementation:
Led/managed a multi-district project supported by a large CSR foundation
Coordinated field operations across villages, including team management and training
Worked on education and community-based interventions (learning centres, adolescent engagement, etc.)
Led community mobilization, enrolment drives, and stakeholder coordination
Managed reporting, monitoring, and documentation for funders
Grants & Strategy:
Contributed to grant proposals, concept notes, and donor communication
Experience aligning program design with funding requirements and impact frameworks
I’m now looking to move into roles that are more policy-facing, strategy-oriented, or research-heavy, while still staying connected to on-ground impact. Delhi-based roles preferred, but open to hybrid opportunities.
The past few months have been professionally challenging, and I’m actively trying to rebuild — so any leads, referrals, or even conversations would genuinely mean a lot.
If you’re working in this space or can point me in the right direction, I’d really appreciate connecting. Happy to share my CV over DM.
Thank you!
(used to ChatGPT to help frame this but my work is 100% AI free don’t worry)