Siddharth Ramalingam

Founder , In Plain Sight

Allston, United States

10+ years of multi-sectoral experience, with a focus on the development sector. Multidisciplinary background, including public administration, economics, political science, strategic communication. Can begin work immediately. Country experience: South Asia, Middle East & North Africa, USA, UK

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Area of Expertise:
  • Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural
  • Director, CEO, COP, President
  • Government, Governance, Reforms
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
  • Private Sector, Social Enterprise, Corporate Social Responsibility
Professional Experience:

I am a recent graduate from Harvard Kennedy School (HKS), and have diverse experience across sectors. I believe that I am well suited for roles in international development.

I currently am the Founder at In Plain Sight, a project focused on creating social networks that foster improved mental health. At HKS, I focused on management, leadership, strategic communication within the context of international development. I was able to hone these skills in my recent position at FleishmanHillard, working with clients ranging from the WHO to the United Nations. While at Harvard, I interned with KPMG Consulting and the United Nations, both in the MENA region, focusing on developing Public-Private Partnerships and on economic transformation. Prior to Harvard, I managed social infrastructure projects for IDFC First Bank, one of India’s largest universal banks, for over three years, and managed large scale projects and grants, both rural and urban, covering livelihoods, health, education, governance, and financial inclusion. I have also worked as a Consultant with Cambridge Economic Policy Associates and Economist with Deloitte. I have also worked in Finance and Journalism. I have extensive experience as a board member of non-profits and social enterprises.

I am a US Permanent Resident.

Education:

2018: MPA, Harvard University
2016: PG Diploma in Human Rights Law, National Law School of India
2014: Diploma in Management, Swedish Institute
2007: MSc Political Theory, London School of Economics
2005: MA Economics, Loyola College, University of Madras
2002: BA (Honors) Economics, Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi University

Affiliations and Achievements:

Academic Awards
Pforzheimer Foundation Fellowship (HKS, 2016-18), Mossavar Rahmani Center Award (HKS, 2017), Middle East Initiative
and Emirates Leadership Initiative funding (HKS, 2017), Swedish Government Funding (2014), Dr. Rama Krishna Rao
Scholarship (Loyola, 2002-03), Fr. Oswald Mathias SJ Scholarship (Loyola, 2003-04), Prof S David Michael Memorial Medal (Loyola, 2004), National Scholarship Scheme (SRCC/ CBSE, 1999-02), Sanwa Bank Foundation Scholarship (SRCC, 1999)

Available for:

  • Consulting assignments
  • Job opportunities
  • Internships / Fellowships

Years of Experience:

10-15 years

Highest Qualification:

Masters

Languages:

English, Hindi, Tamil

Nationality:

India

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