Lee-Ann Walker
Bog Walk,St. Catherine
Summary
Professional with strong background in policy analysis, prepared to drive impactful results through thorough research, analytical skills, and strategic planning. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving needs while maintaining high standards. Skilled in data interpretation, policy evaluation, and stakeholder communication, ensuring reliable and actionable insights for decision-making.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy Analyst
Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Informati
01.2022 - Current
- Improved policy effectiveness by conducting comprehensive research and analysis on various youth issues.
- Led and participated in sensitization session presentations for youth and other key stakeholders on the National Youth Policy
- Developed data-driven policy recommendations for better decision-making and resource allocation based on research findings from the National Youth Programmatic Inventory
- Developed and distributed the research template to garner the baseline data for the National Youth Survey focus groups
- Drafted Cabinet Submissions
- Reviewed and updated the National Youth Policy Implementation Plan and Monitoring and EValuation Framework
- Coordinated with the Jamaica Information Service to build and launch the new Youth Division website
- Local liaison for the planning and execution of the CARICOM Youth Summit in 2023
- Manages high-level meeting with regional and international stakeholders
Research Contractor
Jamaicans for Justice
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Analyzed third party data to gather input and identify areas required for improvement.
- Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget.
Research Analyst
Jamaicans for Justice
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Compiled and analyzed large volume of data on the critical incidents of children in State Care- Quantitative and Qualitative- to identify patterns, trends and correlations
- Reviewed the Adoption Process in Jamaica
- Identified the discrepancies in the 2002 Access to Information Act
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and recommendations for further action.
- Created and maintained database to store research data.
Intern
Ministry of Science and Technology
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Six (6) week UWI/GOJ Internship in the Department of Policy, Planning, Development and Evaluation
- Reviewed and made recommendations of the National Renewable Energy Policy
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Education
Short Course- Fundamentals of Project Management -
Philanthropy University
10.2020
Master of Science - Government (International Relations)
University of The West Indies
Mona07-2019
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of The West Indies
Mona12-2016
Skills
- Proficient with quantitative and qualitative research processes
- Proficient with analysis of quantitative data
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite, SPSS and NVivo
- Excellent use of own initiative
- Excellent problem solving
- Excellent understanding of international law and organizations
- Excellent presentation skills
- Able to multi-task under pressure
- Excellent report writing skills
- Excellent organization skills
- Keen attention to detail
Timeline
Policy Analyst
Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Informati
01.2022 - Current
Research Contractor
Jamaicans for Justice
11.2019 - 03.2020
Research Analyst
Jamaicans for Justice
10.2018 - 10.2019
Intern
Ministry of Science and Technology
06.2018 - 08.2018
Short Course- Fundamentals of Project Management -
Philanthropy University
Master of Science - Government (International Relations)
University of The West Indies
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of The West Indies
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