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Lochna Sharma

Hyderabad

Summary

Aspiring Policy and Governance Consultant with a strong background in academic research and electoral management. Demonstrated success in implementing effective teaching strategies and electoral processes that drive meaningful change. Focused on translating research insights into practical policies that improve governance outcomes.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freelance Consultant

Jan Sahas
Remote
06.2025 - Current
  • Transcribed and translated interviews comprehensively, contributing to research on "Survivor's Idea of Dignity and Justice"

Student Intern

Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Telangana
Hyderabad
02.2024 - 10.2024
  • Advised on strategic initiatives for Civic Engagement and Voter Education programs.
  • Organized and documented data on Voter Education Programs into official reports.
  • Conducted field study on Lok Sabha Elections 2024, providing insights from KAP survey.
  • Collaborated with Returning Officer to establish Model Polling Stations in Hyderabad Constituency.

Post Graduate Teacher

Suchitra Academy
Hyderabad
05.2020 - 12.2023
  • Mentored over 100+ students in Political Science, History, and Social Sciences at senior secondary and high school levels.
  • Implemented experiential teaching methodology to enhance student engagement and understanding.
  • Refined listening and speaking skills to effectively address diverse audiences.
  • Led Editorial Division of Media Team, ensuring high-quality content production.
  • Co-led Model United Nations organizing team, facilitating successful events.
  • Served as Class Mentor, providing guidance and support to students.
  • Developed tailored instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs.
  • Fostered collaborative learning environments through active participation and discussion.

Lesson Planner (Intern)

Sarthak Foundation
Remote
04.2020 - 05.2020
  • Facilitated design of activity-based lesson plans for LKG-Grade V students, promoting cognitive, physical, and emotional development

Intern

Department of Archaeology and Museums, Government of Telangana
Hyderabad
12.2015 - 12.2015
  • Executed comparative analysis of renowned libraries worldwide and Telangana State Library regarding infrastructure and facilities; insights utilized by department for development

Education

Master of Arts - International Electoral Management and Practices

Tata Institute of Social Sciences-ECI-IIIDEM
Hyderabad-Mumbai-New Delhi
07.2025

Bachelor of Education -

Osmania University
Hyderabad, Telangana
12.2022

Master of Arts - Political Science

University of Hyderabad
Hyderabad, Telangana
11.2020

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - History

University of Delhi
New Delhi
07.2017

Skills

  • Academic Research and Analysis
  • Data Interpretation and Visualization
  • Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
  • Academic and Content Writing
  • Reporting and Documentation
  • Public Speaking and Presentation
  • Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Voter Education and Civic Engagement
  • Curriculum Development
  • Adaptability in Project Co-ordination
  • Teaching and Collaborative Learning
  • Multicultural sensitivity

Certification

  • Basic Certificate Course in Sustainable Development Goals 2030 and Indian Constitution - Institute of Constitutional and Parliamentary Studies
  • Basic Certificate Course in Effectiveness and Writing Skills- Institute of Constitutional and Parliamentary Studies
  • Online Certificate Course in Effective Research and Legal Writing Skills -Adhyayan Foundation for Policy and Research

Accomplishments

  • Member, Placement Committee - Tata Institute of Social Sciences

Contributed through content writing, alumni outreach and organising industry expert sessions

  • Class Representative - Tata Institute of Social Sciences
  • Represented the concerns of the student community, actively engaged in finding solutions through negotiation and collaboration
  • Councillor - School of Social Sciences, University of Hyderabad

Represented the concerns of the student community, and actively engaged in finding solutions through negotiation and collaboration

  • Core member, Istoria, Maitreyi College, University of Delhi

Involved in organizing the fest of the History Department through planning, administration, and coordination

  • Volunteer-Becoming I Foundation

Mentored students from grades third to fifth through activity-based learning

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Native
Native

Timeline

Freelance Consultant

Jan Sahas
06.2025 - Current

Student Intern

Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Telangana
02.2024 - 10.2024

Post Graduate Teacher

Suchitra Academy
05.2020 - 12.2023

Lesson Planner (Intern)

Sarthak Foundation
04.2020 - 05.2020

Intern

Department of Archaeology and Museums, Government of Telangana
12.2015 - 12.2015

Master of Arts - International Electoral Management and Practices

Tata Institute of Social Sciences-ECI-IIIDEM

Bachelor of Education -

Osmania University

Master of Arts - Political Science

University of Hyderabad

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - History

University of Delhi
Lochna Sharma