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Zehra Tejani

@zehratejani

I blend policy research and data analytics to turn evidence into climate impact.

Pakistan
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can combine policy research, data analysis, and GIS to produce evidence-based insights for climate and social impact. I want close stakeholder collaboration, clear problem-solving ownership, and room to grow into end-to-end research leadership.

I’m a policy and research-focused analyst who turns complex, multi-source data into stakeholder-ready insights. In my recent role at the Climate Action Centre, I structured policy analysis for the Reko Diq mining project and communicated findings for advocacy at UN Guiding Principles forums, while also delivering a GIS-integrated public platform to consolidate environmental and community spatial data.

I’ve also strengthened my analytics and compliance orientation through internships where I validated and analysed sustainability and compliance datasets under SBP regulatory frameworks, producing executive-level reports for monitoring and decision-making. Alongside applied fieldwork and my mixed-methods research (including STATA and MAXQDA), I’m confident leading end-to-end research lifecycles—from problem framing and stakeholder analysis to final synthesis, reporting, and recommendations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Teaching Assistant - Data Analytics

Habib University

Jan 2026 - Apr 2026 (3 months)

Communicated complex quantitative and philosophical concepts to diverse student audiences by adapting explanations to different learning levels. Managed dual-course responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining output quality and meeting deadlines across overlapping workstreams.

HU

Final Year Thesis - Mixed Methods

Habib University

Jan 2025 - Jan 2026 (1 year)

Investigated the impact of Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company operations on groundwater depletion, water access, and ecological sustainability in Thar Block II. Conducted a hypothesis-driven mixed-methods study combining qualitative interviews with PSLM dataset analysis using STATA, producing policy recommendations.

HH

Research Analyst Intern

Habib Bank Limited (HBL)

Jun 2023 - Jul 2023 (1 month)

Analyzed compliance and sustainability datasets for corporate clients under HBL’s Social and Environmental Management System, identifying gaps, validating data, and preparing structured analytical reports aligned to SBP regulatory frameworks. Synthesized multi-variable environmental, occupational, and social parameters into executive reports used for institutional monitoring and client-facing deci

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Enumerator (Contract)

Legal Aid Society

May 2025 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Conducted 120 structured beneficiary interviews while ensuring ethical and confidential data collection. Identified and resolved data inconsistencies in real time and coordinated with the MREL team to ensure reporting accuracy.

HU

Principal Investigator - Research

Habib University

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Independently designed and led end-to-end research across four rural sites in Sindh, including defining research questions, managing field teams, and delivering a policy-facing analytical report on the future of family farming. Analyzed data using MAXQDA (thematic coding) and STATA to generate evidence-based recommendations.

HU

Independent Research - STEAM Pakistan

Habib University

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Designed a mixed-methods research framework, collected and analyzed data, and produced a co-authored policy report with actionable recommendations for STEAM Pakistan and the Ministry of Federal Education. Analyzed programme budgets and implementation records to identify structural barriers to gender-inclusive participation and translated findings into prioritized, cost-conscious recommendations.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Habib University logoHU

Habib University

Bachelor of Science (Hons), Social Development and Policy

Activities and societies: CGPA: 3.73/4.00; Dean’s List 2026; Habib Excellence Scholarship (80%). Relevant coursework: Research methods, data analytics, policy analysis, development economics.

Pursuing/earned a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Social Development and Policy at Habib University. Achieved a CGPA of 3.73/4.00 with Dean’s List recognition and an 80% Habib Excellence Scholarship.

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The Lyceum School

General Certificate of Education (IGCSE) / A’ Levels, General Certificate of Education (IGCSE) / A’ Levels

Completed GCE (IGCSE) and A’ Levels at The Lyceum School in May 2022.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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