Avani Akash

Political Science and International Relations professional with an MA in International Relations and Political Science and UGC-NET qualification, with experience in public policy research, qualitative research, policy briefs, field research, stakeholder engagement, programme coordination and research writing.

Experience with the Centre for Public Policy Research, University of Kerala, International Institute of SDGs and Public Policy Research, Nepal Institute for International Co-operation and Engagement, and Institute of Parliamentary Affairs, Government of Kerala. Research and publications focus on geopolitics, strategic resources, energy security, governance, sustainability and national security.

Part-Time Faculty, Political Science at Mangalayatan University, Aligarh (2025-05 – Present)

• Analyse and explain political, institutional and policy concepts for undergraduate and postgraduate learners.
• Develop structured lesson plans, research-informed learning materials and assessments.
• Present complex issues clearly, adapt content to different audiences and provide evidence-based academic mentoring.
• Manage online academic sessions, timelines and learner engagement.

Project Intern at Centre for Public Policy Research (2025-01 – 2025-02)

• Coordinated logistics and programme activities for the India-GCC Kochi Dialogue 2025.
• Supported stakeholder engagement, field research and preparation of policy briefs.
• Assisted with policy-event planning and research activities.

Research/Project Intern at University of Kerala (2024-08 – 2024-12)

• Supported report preparation, data collection and coordination of national and international seminars.
• Conducted literature reviews on energy transition and supported research activities.

Research Intern at International Institute of SDGs and Public Policy Research (2024-07 – 2024-07)

• Evaluated sustainability policies through case-based research and supported programme assessments using qualitative methods.

Research/Programme Intern at Nepal Institute for International Co-operation and Engagement (2023-12 – 2024-06)

• Coordinated webinars and academic sessions and contributed to project proposals and institutional publications.

Intern at Institute of Parliamentary Affairs, Government of Kerala (2023-05 – 2023-05)

• Prepared briefing notes, supported parliamentary-affairs programmes and assisted with programme execution.

Independent Tutor at Self-Employed (2013-04 – 2024-06)

• Designed structured learning plans and communicated complex concepts to diverse learners.
• Managed online and offline sessions, schedules and learner requirements.
• Developed transferable skills in research, communication, planning, organisation and problem-solving.

MA in International Relations and Political Science – Central University of Kerala (2022-11 – 2024-06)

BA in Political Science – University of Kerala (2018-07 – 2021-03)