Poonam Ravindranath
About Poonam Ravindranath
Poonam Ravindranath is a Research Analyst at Mathematica, specializing in evaluations related to energy, agriculture, and health sectors. She has a diverse background in research and engineering, having worked at organizations such as The World Bank, Cisco, and Georgetown University.
Current Role at Mathematica
Poonam Ravindranath serves as a Research Analyst at Mathematica, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on conducting research and program evaluations, particularly in the energy, agriculture, and health sectors. She is involved in developing surveys and leading data collection efforts tailored for federal and foundation clients. Her work includes producing evaluation reports and memos that meet the specific needs of these clients.
Previous Experience at The World Bank
In 2017, Poonam worked as a Consultant at The World Bank for one month in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. During this time, she contributed to various projects, leveraging her analytical skills to support the organization's goals. This brief tenure allowed her to gain insights into international development and policy-making processes.
Professional Background in Engineering and Policy
Poonam has a diverse professional background, beginning her career as a Software Engineer at Cisco from 2013 to 2015 in Bangalore. She also interned at Cisco Systems in 2013 for five months. Following her engineering role, she worked as a Project Officer at Agastya International Foundation from 2015 to 2016. Poonam transitioned to public policy as a Research Associate at Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy from 2017 to 2018.
Educational Qualifications
Poonam holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, which she completed from 2009 to 2013. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Public Policy from Georgetown University, studying from 2016 to 2018. Her academic background equips her with a strong foundation in both engineering and public policy analysis.
Research Skills and Field Experience
Poonam is proficient in using STATA and NVivo for quantitative and qualitative analysis. She has field experience conducting research and program evaluations in various countries, including Tanzania, Liberia, and India. Her expertise includes developing surveys and leading data collection efforts, which are essential for producing comprehensive evaluation reports for her clients.