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Arjun A Nair

@arjunanair

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I research public policy and develop evidence-based recommendations for sustainable, inclusive governance.

India

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to apply policy research, fieldwork, and evidence-based analysis to public policy, governance, sustainability, and social development initiatives.

I've researched urban sustainability, local governance, gender equality, water management, climate readiness, and circular economy policy through work with the International Institute of SDGs & Public Policy Research and the Kerala Institute of Local Administration.

I use qualitative and quantitative methods, including field studies, surveys, focus groups, stakeholder interviews, and policy evaluation, to turn empirical findings into practical recommendations. My research has contributed to policy reports and publications addressing urban resilience, misinformation, rural women’s entrepreneurship, diaspora engagement, and inclusive development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Field Research Fellow

International Institute of SDGs & Public Policy Research

Aug 2024 - Sep 2024 (1 month)

Conducted research on urban sustainability policies across Indian states. Developed policy recommendations based on empirical data for improving local governance models.

Policy Research Qualitative Research Quantitative Research Stakeholder Engagement Data Analysis

Campus Ambassador

Techniche, IIT Guwahati

May 2024 - Aug 2024 (3 months)

Represented the institution in research-driven policy competitions and hackathons. Assisted in coordinating policy hackathons focused on digital governance and misinformation.

Event Coordination Policy Advocacy

Research Intern

Kerala Institute of Local Administration (KILA)

Nov 2023 - Dec 2023 (1 month)

Led a field study evaluating the impact of the Gender Equality and Women Empowerment Policy 2014 in Vadanapally & Kolazhy Panchayats. Designed and conducted surveys & focus group discussions to assess policy effectiveness.

Survey Design Focus Groups Policy Evaluation Field Research Report Writing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Central University of Kerala

Master of Arts, Public Administration and Policy Studies

2022 - 2024

Pursued a Master of Arts in Public Administration and Policy Studies, specializing in public policy, research methodology, e-governance, and decentralization.

Kristu Jayanti College, Bengaluru North

Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, Political Science, and English

2018 - 2021

Completed a Bachelor of Arts with a focus on Journalism, Political Science, and English, covering public administration, mass communication, and literature.