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Sam Watson
Research Portfolio Officer , Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
Southampton, United Kingdom
Recent International Development Graduate, having completed a one year research focused internship within the Civil Service for the Economic and Social Research Council. Extensive employment history. Versatile, and creative. Recent publication in CSEE international Development&Education journal. Available immediately. Seeking entry level/officer roles in development focused organisation
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Area of Expertise:
  • Administration, Management, Finance/Accounting, Procurement
  • Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
  • Government, Governance, Reforms
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
  • Social, Education, Gender, Youth, Child
Professional Experience:
Varied work history across a number of sectors (Education, Charitable, Finance, Research, Retail and Leisure). I have recently completed a one year internship within the Civil Service for the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as a Research Portfolio Officer (October 2013). Here I conducted the following duties:

- Conducting in depth research for the Economic Performance and Environment team, to assist with the commissioning of international research grants and centres
- Independently compiling subject specific reports and databases to inform research council decisions across a range of areas within the social sciences and related fields
- Liaising with senior figures within the research and policy communities of the public, private and third sectors to achieve collaborative goals
- Solely responsible for re-designing the EPE team’s online file structure to increase efficiency. Working with colleagues across the directorate to navigate the online programme SharePoint (September performance bonus)
- Extensive travelling to represent the research council at high profile events and venues, such as APG meetings (House of Commons)
- Producing minutes, meeting papers, agendas, contact databases, team workload charts
- Facilitating large scale events such as research showcases and funding competitions

I am now seeking to progress into an entry level/officer role within a development focused organisation. Please see my CV for a full summary of my background and experiences. I have a flexible and versatile nature and I am willing to consider a variety of opportunities within the Development and other related sectors.
Education:
MSc Hons International Development - University of Bath

BSc Hons Sociology 2:1 - University of Bath

Business, Geography and Sociology A-levels (ACA). Key I.T Skills level 2 - pass
Affiliations and Achievements:
Recent achievements and affiliations:

February 2014 - LTA Grade 1 tennis coaching award

November 2013 - International, double peer reviewed publication: ‘An exploration into the teaching of cosmopolitan ideals: The case of ‘global citizenship’ – Citizenship, Social and Economic Education Journal (CSEE), Volume 12, No 2, pp. 110-117

July 2013 - Intermediate Excel training completed. Also competent in I.T programmes: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, OBIEE, Oracle, SharePoint, Banner, Discovery and Siebel

July 2013 - Annual Appraisal rating (ESRC) – Excellent – Highlights: Communication, problem solving and versatility

April & September 2013 - ESRC Performance Bonuses: Strategizing multidisciplinary research scoping conferences.

December 2008 - LTA Tennis Leaders Award

Available for:
  • Job opportunities
  • Internships / Fellowships
  • Being headhunted – make me an offer

    Years of Experience:
    2-5 years
    Highest Qualification:
    Masters
    Languages:
    English
    Nationality:
    United Kingdom
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