Maria Rashid

Monitored and analyzed international media coverage and reports to assess narratives, editorial tone, and reporting patterns. Produced structured analytical briefs and coverage reports highlighting key global developments and their implications for Pakistan.

Conducted field and warehouse monitoring for humanitarian projects ensuring compliance with standards and accountability mechanisms. Designed and managed MEAL tools using Kobo Toolbox, collected and analyzed data, and contributed to monitoring and evaluation frameworks.

Designed interview guides, collected data through qualitative interviews and observations, transcribed and thematically analyzed interviews. Designed questionnaires on Google Forms and KoboToolBox, conducted surveys, and statistically analyzed them.

Conducted literature reviews and qualitative analysis to support policy-oriented research outputs. Contributed analytical inputs to desk briefs and research reports.

Grade: 4.00/4.00

Pursuing an MPhil in Peace and Conflict Studies with a CGPA of 4.00/4.00, focusing on climate-induced migration in coastal Sindh.

Participated in a 2-day National Post-Graduate Research Workshop, engaging in sessions on research design, methodology, and academic writing.

Completed a certificate on Strengthening Climate Adaptation and Resilience.

Attended a national workshop where scholars presented research papers and received feedback on methodology and methods from experts.

Completed a summer course with advanced training in qualitative methodology, research design, and ethical challenges in conflict zones.

Activities and societies: Team Lead for organizing the symposium from scratch, including creating minute sheets, managing logistics, coordinating participants, and overseeing all activities.

Served as Team Lead for organizing the 5th International Peace Symposium on 'Conflict, Security and Development,' managing logistics and coordinating participants.

Grade: 3.90/4.00

Activities and societies: Dean's Medal for scoring highest position in the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Peace and Conflict Studies with a CGPA of 3.90/4.00, receiving the Dean's Medal for highest position in the department.