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PRIYANKA RAMAN

Clayton

Summary

A final year student pursuing a Double Masters in International Development Practice, a degree in collaboration Tata Institute of Social Sciences and Monash University with experience gained in corporate and academic environments. Highly organised with strong foundations in research and keen to gain hands-on industry experience. Looking for opportunities to contribute effectively in public policy, media and journalism.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Melbourne Documentary Film Festival
07.2025 - 07.2025
  • Was a box office volunteer for the festival
  • Was responsible for greeting guests and checking tickets
  • Assist with line management and seating
  • Provide general info about screenings and venues
  • Helped keep the cinema spaces tidy and welcoming

Annual Report Intern

Credit Union Foundation Australia (CUFA)
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Assisted in organising and drafting the new 2024-2025 Annual Report for CUFA, working across the different country teams to update relevant information, based on a well known and structured approach.
  • Collaborated with members across the world and gained primary insight on the logistical realities of carrying out development work in the Global South
  • Additionally got to leverage my critical research skills and draft an Annual Report assessing Cufa's current micro-enterprise development efforts and available opportunities to strengthen and support this work through access to impact investment funding in Cambodia and support the evaluation of an existing related project.

Volunteer

Dementia Australia
05.2025 - 05.2025
  • Assisted as Wayfinder for Memory Walk and Jog 2025
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Research Intern

Organization for Research on China and Asia
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Conducted Website Research to analyse relevant information on Chinese politics and its relevance for Indian Foreign Policy
  • Synthesized key insights into concise and engaging newsletters for subscribers and academic audience
  • Meticulously gained immense exposure regarding ongoing politics and policies in the Asian security landscape.
  • Published 8 newsletters on the Organisations official website
  • Received certificate

Research and Communications Intern

Helm of Eight
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Required to research and create diverse documentation in the fields of social impact, development and / or policy;
  • Produce written materials for projects in Helm's portfolio
  • Communicate professionally and coordinate with other partners meetings, drafting and editing of minutes, presentations, partners communications (via email or telephone etc.)
  • Conducting organizational research tasks for JSW, YuWaah, and Ball CSR.
  • Contributing to the pitch and proposing marketing ideas for Uplift Mutuals' market for their outreach model 2.0
  • Conducting research on DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies and initiatives for Nasiha Co.
  • Received a Letter of Recommendation

Intern

Pledge A Smile
01.2023 - 02.2023
  • Worked on fundraising and marketing for Project Raahat, a project dealing with providing essentials to the underprivileged during the winter in New Delhi
  • Individually raised INR 7000 for Project Raahat
  • Worked on Content Writing and Marketing Projects for their website
  • Received a Letter of Recommendation

Education

Master of Arts - International Development Practice

Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai And Monash University, Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
12-2025

Bachelor of Arts (Research) - International Relations And Governance Studies

Shiv Nadar University (Institute of Eminence)
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
05-2024

Skills

  • Research
  • Creative thinking
  • Content creation
  • Critical thinking
  • Event Coordination
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Effective communication

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Native or Bilingual

Hobbies and Interests

I take an active interest in news and current affairs, including pop culture and politics including Australian and international business matters. I subscribe Reuters, New York Times, The Guardian, Vox Media and Foreign Affairs amongst others.

Timeline

Volunteer

Melbourne Documentary Film Festival
07.2025 - 07.2025

Annual Report Intern

Credit Union Foundation Australia (CUFA)
05.2025 - 07.2025

Volunteer

Dementia Australia
05.2025 - 05.2025

Research Intern

Organization for Research on China and Asia
08.2023 - 10.2023

Research and Communications Intern

Helm of Eight
05.2023 - 07.2023

Intern

Pledge A Smile
01.2023 - 02.2023

Master of Arts - International Development Practice

Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai And Monash University, Melbourne

Bachelor of Arts (Research) - International Relations And Governance Studies

Shiv Nadar University (Institute of Eminence)

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