Saw Mar Gay Htoo
Singapore,Singapore
Summary
A dedicated researcher with four years of working experience in a policy think tank and an international NGO, focusing on parliamentary strengthening, community-based projects, research and policy advocacy. Passionate about creating social changes through effective policy making driven by evidence.
Overview
12
12
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Associate and Translator
Westminster Foundation for Democracy
Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Provided research, comparative analysis, legislative analysis, and summaries of topics as needed by WFD and requested by Members of Parliament.
- Developed case studies, success stories of the organization, reports, training materials and other parliamentary documents.
- Supported parliamentary staff in writing committee reports and conducting background research on respective topics.
- Conducted field visits for parliamentary committees, organized workshops and stakeholder meetings.
- Provided the translation for legislation, parliamentary documents, training materials, manuals and guides, reports and other reference materials.
- Provided interpretation in mentor and expert visits, consultation sessions, workshops, meetings and events.
Research Associate/Knowledge Seeking Catalyst
Another Development Policy Think Tank
Yangon, Myanmar
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Supervised the research team in relations to research initiatives, field assessment, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, report writing, and developing of policy papers and briefs.
- Coordinated and interacted with external expert groups, members of parliament, government departments, local CSOs and communities for research and program activities.
- Led a local governance project which involves engagement and working with sub-national governments and members of parliament in Kayin State and Tanintharyi Region.
- Developed communication and media strategies for policy advocacy in relations to policy papers and research findings.
- Developed a handbook on local governance for MPs, government and CSOs, a policy brief, and a guidebook for MPs for delivering effective public engagement.
Education
Master in Public Policy -
National University of Singapore
Singapore 08.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies
Myanmar Institute of Theology
Yangon 10.2012 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English
Yangon University of Distance Education
Yangon 10.2013 - 12.2019
Skills
Research and reporting
Timeline
Master in Public Policy -
National University of Singapore
08.2020 - Current
Research Associate and Translator
Westminster Foundation for Democracy
01.2020 - 10.2021
Research Associate/Knowledge Seeking Catalyst
Another Development Policy Think Tank
01.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
Yangon University of Distance Education
10.2013 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies
Myanmar Institute of Theology
10.2012 - 10.2017
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