Daria Shubina

Experience

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  Skyeng

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2018

  Monitoring and Evaluation Manager

  Developing methodologies and gathering data for monitoring and evaluation of an educational project's effectiveness and impact

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  Higher School of Economics

  Sept 2017 - Aug 2019

  • Developed survey design with behavior change framework and administered its implementation• Collected, processed and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data• Co-lead author of «Concerns for International Stature, Tendency for Redistribution and Decision to Turnout in Authoritarian Elections: A Survey Experiment from 2018 Russian Presidential Elections»• Directly supervised the work of 15-40 researchers (depending on a research’s phase) • Wrote analytical reports and publication drafts• Reviewed draft reports and provided quality control• Communicated with University Office representatives• Wrote grant applications and project proposals Show less

  • Research Assistant

    Sept 2017 - Aug 2019

  • Teaching Assistant

    Sept 2017 - Jun 2019
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  Center for Strategic Research (CSR)

  Oct 2018 - Mar 2019

  Policy Analyst

  • Developed research methodology for assessment of complex social development goals• Collected and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data on national strategic development in the areas of economic reforms, social policy and regional development • Identified manipulations of statistical data by regional governments• Wrote analytical reports and prepared dissemination materials• Consulted the Accounts Chamber of the Russian Federation on the evaluation and assessment of programs and policies• Developed and implemented an information management system for improving the accountability of Russian state agencies to the civil society in collaboration with the Accounts Chamber of the Russian Federation• Coordinated with international academic and evaluation communities on the assessment of national development targets Show less

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  All-Russia Civil Forum

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2019

  Facilitator

  Facilitating group discussions to create a conducive environment for open dialogue and collaboration

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  Center for Advanced Governance (CAG)

  Mar 2019 - Apr 2022

  • Established and led the qualitative research team of 7 team members, including screening and hiring team members, providing supervision, mentorship, methodological and professional trainings for the team; organized the workflow within the research department• Led the strategic and operational planning of the team and contributed to strategic management of the research department• Designed and administered qualitative and mixed methods research projects, conducted and supervised 250+ interviews and multiple surveys • Lead author of “Vulnerable Groups During COVID-19: Needs and Support Measures”, “Employment Policy in the Civil service: Current Problems and Necessary Changes” and 5 other publications• Wrote and communicated research and analytical reports to internal and external audience• Presented the research results at roundtables with government, meetings with NGOs and civil society, and academic conferences• Coordinated and provided quality assurance for the work of internal and external research teams • Provided academic and methodological supervision and quality assurance for the entire research department, peer review for project proposals and research methodologies of other teams• Participated in evidence generation for policy making and advocacy and behavior change efforts with the government agencies, including improving civil service and state data management, increasing efficiency of social policies and increasing political participation among citizens• Convened meetings with NGOs, government and academia to collect data and disseminate research results Show less

  • Head of Civil Service Research, Chief Scientific Adviser

    May 2021 - Apr 2022

  • Senior Policy Researcher

    Oct 2019 - May 2021

  • Policy Researcher

    Mar 2019 - Oct 2019
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  «Volunteers for Orphans» Foundation

  Jan 2021 - Apr 2022

  Research Adviser

  • Provided methodological support for research on policies for orphans and vulnerable children in Russia• Assisted in elaboration of analytical reports for research on work of municipal civil servants with children in crisis

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  The World Bank

  Jan 2021 - Mar 2022

  Social Sustainability & Inclusion Consultant

  Consultant for Persons with Disabilities/Climate Change/ Vulnerable Social Groups• Developing research methodologies for analysis of complex social and political issues; elaborating standards of data collection; organizing and conducting research fieldwork (interviews, FGDs, case studies); providing data analysis• Contributing to research projects on sustainable development, equity, inclusion, marginalized social groups• Co-author of “Barriers and Opportunities to Employment of Persons with Disabilities in the Russian Federation”• Writing internal and external reports in English and contributing to publications of the research results• Developing research briefs for sharing policy recommendations with national stakeholders• Preparing dissemination materials and facilitating workshops with partners • Collaborating with local and international stakeholders (government, NGOs, private sector, academia, civil society• Coordinating internal and external teams and collating the results of qualitative, quantitative and legislative analysis• Providing support for preparing TORs for partner organizations and project proposals Show less

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  Oxford Russia Fund

  Jan 2021 - Apr 2021

  Invited Expert for Oxford Russia Scholarship Programme

  • Provided consultancy for research fellows of Oxford Russian Fund for research projects on: prisoners, domestic violence, homeless, education, ecology and ethics• Provided methodological and fieldwork support• Reviewed interim and final analytical reports

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  Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation

  Oct 2021 - Dec 2021

  Consultant

  • Lead author of «Modern workspace for civil servants. Checklist and guidelines»

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  YANDEX Ilya Segalovich Foundation for STEM Education

  Dec 2021 - Jan 2022

  Consultant

  • Elaborated the concept frame and strategy for the Yandex Ilya Segalovich Foundation grant competition for research aimed to improve equal access to education in STEM• Developed 20 research projects on studies of inequalities in education for further realization

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  Regional Disabled People’s Organization (DPO) PERSPEKTIVA

  Mar 2022 - Feb 2023

  Research Consultant

  • Conducting desk research, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, developing research methodologies• Developing recommendations and guides for employment of people with disabilities• Writing and designing handout materials, grant proposals, research projects

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  Crew Against Torture

  May 2022 - Sept 2022

  Lead Researcher

  • Leading research on torture executed by the law enforcement representatives

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  World Food Programme

  Sept 2022 - Dec 2023

  • Managing monthly country briefs, emergency situation reports, and dailyoperational updates. Regularly preparing donor briefs and incident reports• Participating in the preparation of the 2023 Annual Country Report exercise,ensuring units cooperation and adherence to RB guidelines• Conducting detailed data monitoring and analysis to inform reports andstrategies• Developing new formats of communication with external and internal audiences• Coordinated media inquiries, compiled incident and emergency response reports, and analyzed key humanitarian and security issues in Pakistan and Afghanistan• Collaborated with operational teams to ensure aligned messaging and participated in cohesive messaging strategy formulation• Managed regular reporting, social media engagement, and media relations• Crafted tailored reports for donors, maintained donor relationships, and supported crisis communication readiness Show less • Delivering reports, briefs and notes, including the WFP Armenia Annual Country Report-2022• Developing strategic partnerships with stakeholders to support programme implementation and achieve WFP's mission• Contributing to policy development aligned with organizational goals Prepared comprehensive reports on programme activities, outcomes, and finances• Developing proposals by analyzing the context, crafting narratives, and creating logframes and budgets in collaboration with team members• Identifying and engaged potential partners to strengthen proposal development• Promoting effective coordination and collaboration by facilitating communication and information sharing among different departments • Addressing donor feedback promptly and effectively by coordinating with relevant colleagues• Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and reporting deadlines • Acting as a liaison with stakeholders, promoting WFP's mission and achievements Show less

  • Operational Information Management and Performance Reporting / Donor Reporting Officer

    Jul 2023 - Dec 2023

  • Reports and Partnerships Officer

    Sept 2022 - Jul 2023
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  UNICEF

  Jan 2024 - now

  Knowledge Management Specialist

  As a KM Specialist at UNICEF's Global Polio Eradication Initiative, I enhance the UNICEF's Global Knowledge Management Strategy. My focus is on meeting the knowledge needs of Polio Social and Behaviour Change colleagues worldwide, aligning with UNICEF's global KM plan, and incorporating new approaches and tools.