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Muhammad Shaheer

Australia

Summary

Aspiring policy advisor with a solid foundation in management and international relations, underpinned by a Graduate Certificate in Management and current Master's studies at UTS. Extensive hands-on experience working with NGOs across 12 countries, offering a global perspective on international policy and critical global issues. Proficient in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and project management, with a proven track record of driving impactful change through informed, ethical, and data-driven policy development. Actively engaged in leadership roles within university societies, advocating for student involvement in addressing global challenges.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder & Director

Studio Shaheer
01.2024 - Current
  • Led development and execution of 15+ creative production projects, including campaign videos and strategic communications for diverse client base
  • Managed cross-functional team of 10 professionals, ensuring alignment with client objectives, ethical standards, and project deadlines, achieving 95% client satisfaction rate
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure content relevancy to contemporary social and policy issues, notably 'Eyes Wide Open' campaign, which reached 50,000+ viewers and significantly raised awareness of Uyghur persecution.

NGO Volunteer & Policy Analyst

Multiple Locations
11.2019 - 07.2024
  • November 2019 – February 2020: Collaborated with Edhi Foundation (Pakistan), Alwaleed Philanthropies (Saudi Arabia), and IHH Humanitarian Relief Foundation (Turkey), contributing to education and healthcare policy, impacting over 10,000 beneficiaries
  • January 2021 – April 2021: Worked with Red Crescent (Turkey) and Aurat Foundation (Pakistan), advocating for refugee rights and women's empowerment, leading to policy proposals that affected 5,000+ individuals
  • April 2022: Volunteered with Islamic Relief (UK), Doctors Without Borders (Greece), Caritas Italiana (Italy), and Secours Catholique (France), focusing on migration and social integration policy, supporting over 8,000 refugees and migrants
  • August 2023 – July 2024: Engaged in policy research and advocacy with Green Crescent (Indonesia), Maldives Red Crescent, Dubai Cares (UAE), and various European and Middle Eastern NGOs, focusing on environmental sustainability and human rights, influencing policy discussions that reached 20,000+ individuals.

Entrepreneur

Burgerville
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Founded and managed a profitable food business, expanding to 2 branches while maintaining academic commitments
  • Implemented business strategies that resulted in a 25% revenue increase within six months
  • Supervised a team of 12 employees, ensuring adherence to local regulations, including food safety and labor laws.

Youth Advocate & Campaign Coordinator

Next Gen
05.2021 - Current
  • Led three advocacy campaigns focused on youth empowerment and policy reform, directly impacting 2,500 young Australians
  • Facilitated dialogues with government officials, community leaders, and other stakeholders, contributing to the successful implementation of two new policy initiatives benefiting over 1,000 youths
  • Enhanced social media outreach and content strategy, driving a 40% increase in awareness and support for Next Gen's mission.

Education

Master of International Relations -

University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
08.2025

Graduate Certificate in Management -

Australian Institute of Business
04.2024

Skills

  • Policy Analysis & Research
  • International Relations & Diplomacy
  • Project Management & Strategic Planning
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  • Cross-Cultural Competence
  • Ethical Decision-Making & Integrity
  • Advocacy & Public Speaking
  • Campaign Development & Management
  • Business Administration
  • Policy analysis
  • Improvement strategies

Certification

  • ASIO Analyst Experience Certification, Prosple
  • Working With Children Check

Accomplishments

  • NSW Law Society Mock Trial Competition, NSW State Champions (2020)
  • Distinction in Legal Studies (Top 5% of Class)
  • Successfully managed 12 campaigns that led to measurable policy changes or increased public awareness of key issues.
  • Traveled solo to over 25 countries, enhancing global policy understanding through diverse cultural and political experiences

Extracurricular

  • UTS Pak Society & UTS Muslim Society, University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

Organized and led 10+ events on international relations and policy analysis, engaging 500+ students.

Developed 3 initiatives to boost student engagement in global policy advocacy, fostering collaboration among 200+ members.

  • 'Eyes Wide Open' Campaign

Filming, editing, and ideation for a video on Uyghur persecution and global clothing consumption.

Campaign garnered 50,000+ views and 500+ social media shares, raising significant awareness.

  • Policy Research Project, UTS

Analyzed sustainability and governance under the Paris Agreement.

Proposed actionable recommendations, contributing to policy debates and influencing 100+ students and faculty.

Languages

Arabic
Professional Working
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working

Timeline

Founder & Director

Studio Shaheer
01.2024 - Current

Youth Advocate & Campaign Coordinator

Next Gen
05.2021 - Current

Entrepreneur

Burgerville
05.2021 - 07.2023

NGO Volunteer & Policy Analyst

Multiple Locations
11.2019 - 07.2024

Master of International Relations -

University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

Graduate Certificate in Management -

Australian Institute of Business
  • ASIO Analyst Experience Certification, Prosple
  • Working With Children Check
Muhammad Shaheer