Rukhsar Memon
New Delhi
Summary
As a seasoned professional with five years of experience in public policy, research, and government affairs, I have led impactful projects for key institutions, including the Services Export Promotion Council (Ministry of Commerce and Industry, GOI), CARA (Ministry of Women and Child Development, GOI), and the Indian Chambers of Food and Agriculture. My expertise lies in crafting critical policy briefings that have informed executive leadership, shaped strategic decisions, and strengthened international collaborations, including Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations. With a keen eye for detail, I specialize in analysing, vetting, and refining complex documents with precision, ensuring clarity and accuracy in high-stakes policy and regulatory matters.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Executive Officer (Policy, Research & Government Affairs Analyst)
Services Export Promotion Council
New Delhi
01.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India
- Analyzed and interpreted policy implications of RBI data for export of services, preparing concise reports on India's trade in services, with a focus on service exports.
- Collaborated with external consultant teams to produce client proposals and issue briefs on new market entries and government grants.
- Organized and attended several stakeholder meetings/ roundtable conferences in order to provide inputs to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
- Developed detailed strategies and prepared proposals for healthcare and wellness tourism programs, including a single-window portal, which were presented to the Ministry of AYUSH and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
- Assisted in researching issues related to services sector for various state and central departments.
- Regularly updated Services data as Directed by Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Assisted in RBI data analysis and classification to ensure compliance with export regulations.
- Drafted Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to facilitate collaborations with multiple State Governments and Foreign Embassies.
- Participated in multiple meetings and conferences focused on the energy sector.
- Played a key role in policy development and service export strategies, including drafting proposals for an Arbitration Centre for services exports.
- Played a key role in policy development and service export strategies, including drafting proposals of healthcare service exports to Japan.
- Contributed to India-Africa and India-Peru trade policy reports, and drafted inputs for significant trade agreements, including the EU-India FTA, emphasizing services sector.
- Coordinated with foreign embassies (75 in Delhi, 25 abroad) for a healthcare roundtable conference, facilitating active participation from countries like Uzbekistan and the UAE.
- Prepared policy reports and presentations for high-level international stakeholders, including the Deputy Prime Minister of Fiji, promoting tourism and policy collaboration.
- Engaged with multiple stakeholders, providing sectoral insights on services sector including healthcare, education, legal, tourism and environmental services.
- Drafted policy inputs for SEPC-MSME collaborations and IT policies in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.
- Prepared reports and proposals on healthcare, transport, tourism, fintech, and AVGC services, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
- Lead and hosted several development conferences for promoting of services sector. Crafted reports on regulatory compliance that informed the development of internal policies, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
- Developed a strategy report for SEPC collaborations with state governments, including Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra.
- Prepared sectoral presentations and policy documents for high-level stakeholders, including Chief Secretaries and Ministers across India, providing expert analysis on international trade agreements, influencing national policy stances.
- Liaised with influential figures, including Hon'ble Judges of the Allahabad High Court, to boost the legal services sector.
- Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India
Junior Professional (International Policy)
Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA)
New Delhi
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Company Overview: Ministry of Women and Child Development
- Ministry of Women and Child Development
Assistant Vice-President - (Policy & Trade)
Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA)
New Delhi
07.2022 - 10.2022
Policy Associate (Policy & Research)
MRMS Legalis
Mumbai
06.2019 - 06.2022
Consultant (Policy)
Bharatiya Muslim Mahila Andolan (BMMA) NGO
Mumbai
01.2017 - 02.2022
Education
LL.M. - Corporate & Financial Law
Jindal Global Law School (JGLS)
Sonipat, HR07.2022
B.L.S / L.LB -
Rizvi Law College
Mumbai, MH05.2019
Skills
- Public Policy
- Corporate Affairs
- Research
- Compliance
- Conference Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- International Relations
- Sustainable Development Goals
- Data Analysis
- Project Management
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Good Orator
Certification
- Mediation & Negotiation Certification Course (Pravin Gandhi College of Law, Mumbai)
- Pursuing Ethics in Public Policy
- Pursuing Power and Foreign Policy in International relations
Awards
- Felicitated Speaker, International Women's Day (organized by Business and Employment Bureau in collaboration with New Socio-Economic Research and Development)
- Fellowship Awardee, South Asian Women Foundation (SAWF), India.
- Dynamic Personality Award, honored by Maharashtra State Public Service Council, Indian Women's Chamber of Commerce and Trade, and R.D. National College.
- TATA's Tanishq Jewelers Face of the Year (Maharashtra), 2021-22.
- Speaker, aired on BBC News Radio, London, discussing policy issues on Triple Talaq.
- Regular participant in TV debates and news coverage, featured on platforms such as DNA Samvaad, Times of India.
Timeline
Senior Executive Officer (Policy, Research & Government Affairs Analyst)
Services Export Promotion Council
01.2024 - Current
Junior Professional (International Policy)
Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA)
10.2022 - 10.2023
Assistant Vice-President - (Policy & Trade)
Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA)
07.2022 - 10.2022
Policy Associate (Policy & Research)
MRMS Legalis
06.2019 - 06.2022
Consultant (Policy)
Bharatiya Muslim Mahila Andolan (BMMA) NGO
01.2017 - 02.2022
LL.M. - Corporate & Financial Law
Jindal Global Law School (JGLS)
B.L.S / L.LB -
Rizvi Law College
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