Shristi Singh
New Delhi
Summary
I am an experienced political researcher and strategic consultant with expertise in communication, narrative development, and campaign strategy. My work spans governance, urban and rural development, and socio-political research, with a focus on policy-making and international relations. I bring an interdisciplinary approach to understanding political behavior, public sentiment, and institutional dynamics, delivering actionable insights that drive strategic decisions.
I have led high-stakes projects, developed strategies with think tanks, and managed end-to-end project delivery—ensuring timely execution, budget management, and alignment with stakeholder goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead - Research & Narrative
Inclusive Minds
12.2023 - Current
- Leading Assam in research and campaigning for the assembly election in 2026.
- Led the Research and Narrative verticals for the Haryana Project, focusing on the General Elections (GE) 2024 and the Assembly Elections (AE) 2024.
- Direct engagement with clients during the Constituency Management System (CMS) for GE 2024 - Karnal, Ambala, and Faridabad.
- Coordinated daily with the party's social media and ground in-charges to drive and push actionable insights and narratives.
- Drafted speech pointers for key party leaders throughout campaign period, ensuring strategic messaging.
- Regular Advisory support to Haryana Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC) Manifesto Drafting Committee for AE 2024.
- Ideation and Execution of Newspaper Ads and TV Commercials for Haryana.
- Supervised important deliverables - 'Haryana Maange Hisaab' Chargesheet, Safal Vs. Vifal, Statewide/ AC-wise manifestos making, and daily on-ground actionable.
Senior Research Consultant
Inclusive Minds
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Contributed to deck-making for the states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.
- Managed the Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh research teams, and prepared key deliverables for the client.
- Collaborated with narrative and campaign teams to perform daily news scrapping, preparing actionable insights for party.
Research Consultant
Inclusive Minds
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Part of Research Team for Telangana, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
- Assisted the Communications Team in managing content related to the Bharat Jodo Yatra.
- Collaborated across verticals, like Political Intelligence (PI), communications, campaigns, and media, for state elections.
Intelligence Analyst
Max Security Solutions
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Chosen as 'Top 10' for two-week training in Tel Aviv, Israel.
- Core member of the Max team for the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), a U.S.-based think tank.
- Member of the expert team for West and South African countries: a few notable projects.
- A) Covered Coups or attempted coups in Mali, Chad, Guinea, Burkina Faso, and Guinea Bissau.
- B) Covered Civil unrest in South Africa following former President Jacob Zuma's arrest.
- C) Covered legislative and presidential elections for Zambia, Cape Verde, and Kenya.
- D) Covered militancy, and separatist attacks in Central and West African countries.
Junior Intelligence Analyst
Max Security Solutions
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Served as a core team member of geopolitical and tactical team for Africa Division.
- Member of country brief teams for MENA, Africa, Asia, and EURAM Division.
- Managed and delivered time-sensitive actionable intelligence (alerts and tactical recommendations) for clients across various locations, ensuring timely responses to emerging threats.
Director (Research)
ISERDiRaw
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Co-founded a comprehensive online platform dedicated to exploring and analyzing pressing geopolitical, scientific, and social issues affecting the global community.
- Provided hands-on mentorship to interns, focusing on both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
- Leveraged social media and digital marketing strategies to promote research findings, increase platform visibility, and engage a broader audience.
- Published papers and research articles on different issues—geopolitical, technology, art, and culture, etc.
Head, Awareness Campaign
Muskaan Foundation
Lucknow
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Promoted organization's works and goals at ground and social media in Lucknow.
- Mentored under-privileged children through teaching and funding.
Research Assistant/ Intern
Institute of Chinese Studies
New Delhi
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Active contribution by writing analyses, blogs, weekly reports, and organizing seminars.
- Had opportunity to work directly with Ambassadors on different issues and assisting them with publications.
Crew Member
He for She
New Delhi
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Conducted workshops and seminars to create awareness about Gender Equality.
- Engaged with local schools to promote participation in gender equality discussions.
Crew Member
Mental Health Foundation
New Delhi
07.2016 - 10.2016
- Worked with professionals to develop comprehensive strategies for outreach and support.
- Fostered partnerships to enhance the reach and impact of MHF's programs.
Teaching Staff
Umeed NGO
New Delhi
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Provided educational assistance to underprivileged children in slums in Delhi.
- Designed and implemented lesson plans tailored to needs and learning styles of students.
Education
M.A. - International Studies
Symbiosis International University
Pune01-2019
B.A. (Hons) - Political Science
Sri Venkateswara College, Delhi University
Delhi01-2017
Higher Secondary -
Cambridge School For Girls
Jalandhar01-2014
Secondary School -
Army Public School
Lucknow01.2012
Skills
- Research and Policy Analysis
- Narrative and Socio-economic impact Strategy
- Media Strategy and Communication
- Campaign Design and Execution (DigitalOn ground)
- Project Planning Budgeting and Delivery
- Content Design and Presentations
- International Relations and Strategic Risk Assessment
- Governance and Development Consulting
- Data interpretation
- Fundraising
Key Writing Projects
- Articles on Community, Culture and Identity and Geopolitical Issue for ISERDiRaw publications.
- Master's dissertation on 'Multiculturalism: A Myth in East Asia; The Case of Uighur Muslims in China and Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar'
- Articles on domestic and international politics for IRGA publications, publication forum of SSIS.
- Blog on 'National Carbon Market: China's Response to Climate Change' for ICS publications.
- Editing for Book 'China Report: East Asia Journal' for ICS publications.
Accomplishments
- Successfully delivered research and strategies for political yatras and campaigns ('Bharat Jodo Yatra,' 'Haryana Maange Hisaab' chargesheet, Safal vs. Vifal)
- ‘Top 10’ at Max Security for Tactical Training in Tel Aviv, Israel.
- Awarded HSK Certificate Qualification from Hanban (Chinese Education Ministry).
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Advanced (C1)
C1
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Team Lead - Research & Narrative
Inclusive Minds
12.2023 - Current
Senior Research Consultant
Inclusive Minds
03.2023 - 11.2023
Research Consultant
Inclusive Minds
07.2022 - 12.2022
Intelligence Analyst
Max Security Solutions
12.2021 - 02.2022
Junior Intelligence Analyst
Max Security Solutions
01.2021 - 11.2021
Director (Research)
ISERDiRaw
10.2020 - 01.2021
Head, Awareness Campaign
Muskaan Foundation
08.2019 - 08.2020
Research Assistant/ Intern
Institute of Chinese Studies
05.2018 - 07.2018
Crew Member
He for She
11.2016 - 01.2017
Crew Member
Mental Health Foundation
07.2016 - 10.2016
Teaching Staff
Umeed NGO
08.2015 - 10.2015
M.A. - International Studies
Symbiosis International University
B.A. (Hons) - Political Science
Sri Venkateswara College, Delhi University
Higher Secondary -
Cambridge School For Girls
Secondary School -
Army Public School
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