Mustafa Humayun
Research Associate
Islamabad,IS
Summary
Governance and Public Policy Research Associate with knowledge of the education sector of Pakistan. Competent in qualitative research and academic writing. Significant experience as a public speaker. My academic background in Political Science and my experience as the Editor-in-Chief of LUMS' oldest publication society have allowed me to develop excellent communication, research and writing skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Research Associate
I-SAPS
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Conducted preliminary research and drafted initial reports for governance and public policy projects.
- Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
- Streamlined research processes to meet tight deadlines for multiple projects.
Editor-in-Chief
Publications at LUMS
Lahore
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported and encouraged editorial board to provide independent and objective advice, opinions and perspectives to enhance publication.
- Oversaw, trained and developed writers and associates, assistants and junior editors to optimize production and quality of work.
- Played a leading part in redesigning and revitalizing the flagship newspaper, "The Dispatch"
- Played a leading role in securing funding and sponsorship for society activities.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.
- Authored multiple articles.
Elected Representative of the LUMS Student Council
LUMS Student Council
Lahore
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Served as a liaison between the student body and the administration.
- Coordinated across multiple council departments to organize events, talks and open houses.
- Played an instrumental role in helping draft policies regarding mental health and disciplinary proceedings.
- Played a major role in a campus wide mental health awareness campaign.
Assistant Director
The Teach for Change Program, LUMS Community Service Society
Lahore
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Recruited teachers to teach at an underprivileged school adopted by the teach for change program.
- Oversaw design of worksheets, and syllabus.
- Created metrics to track performance of students.
- Played a leading role in organizing an event dedicated to renovating the school.
- Ensured effective coordination and communication with the executive council of the society.
Intern
Centre of Excellence for CPEC - PIDE
Islamabad
10.2015 - 11.2015
- Helped design template for newsletter.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
Education
B.Sc (Hons) - Political Science
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
Lahore, Punjab 08.2016 - 05.2020
A Levels -
Roots Millennium
IslamabadO Levels -
Roots Millennium
IslamabadSkills
Excellent qualitative research skills developed through work experience and specific collegiate courses
Proficient with MS Office
Excellent Academic Writing skills
Experienced Public Speaker
Effective Presentation Skills
Excellent Analytical Skills with regard to qualitative data
Excellent Communication skills developed through serving as the elected batch representative of the LUMS Batch of 2020
Accomplishments
Best Delegate - Millennium Model United Nations
Competed in the Harvard Model United Nations at Boston
Timeline
Editor-in-Chief
Publications at LUMS
05.2021 - 08.2021
Research Associate
I-SAPS
09.2020 - 09.2021
Elected Representative of the LUMS Student Council
LUMS Student Council
05.2017 - 08.2018
Assistant Director
The Teach for Change Program, LUMS Community Service Society
05.2017 - 08.2018
B.Sc (Hons) - Political Science
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
08.2016 - 05.2020
Intern
Centre of Excellence for CPEC - PIDE
10.2015 - 11.2015
A Levels -
Roots Millennium
O Levels -
Roots Millennium