Sara Litke Farzaneh, Mpp
About Sara Litke Farzaneh, Mpp
Sara Litke Farzaneh is a researcher specializing in international policy research, with a focus on gender and social inclusion across various sectors. She has extensive experience in impact evaluations and monitoring and evaluation frameworks, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.
Work at Mathematica
Sara Litke Farzaneh currently serves as a Researcher in International Policy Research at Mathematica, a position she has held since 2021 in Oakland, California. Prior to this role, she worked as a Senior Analyst in the same department from 2020 to 2021, and as an Analyst from 2018 to 2020. Her work at Mathematica involves conducting research and analysis to inform policy decisions in international contexts.
Previous Experience at The World Bank
Sara Litke Farzaneh worked as a Consultant for the Strategic Impact Evaluation Fund at The World Bank from 2017 to 2018. During her one-year tenure, she contributed to projects aimed at evaluating the impact of various development initiatives. This role allowed her to engage with global development challenges and contribute to evidence-based policy recommendations.
Consulting Roles in Research
In addition to her work at Mathematica and The World Bank, Sara has held several consulting positions. In 2017, she worked as a Consultant at UC Berkeley's Center for Resource Efficient Communities for six months. She also served as a Consultant at the International Initiative for Impact Evaluation (3ie) for three months in 2018. These roles involved conducting research and evaluations to support effective resource management and policy development.
Education and Expertise
Sara Litke Farzaneh specializes in the intersection of gender and social inclusion across various sectors, including agriculture, social protection, and financial inclusion. She has expertise in designing and executing impact evaluations and developing monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) frameworks. Her skills encompass both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, enabling her to assess the effects of international development programs and policies.
Focus on International Development
Sara's research primarily focuses on understanding the impacts of international development programs and policies, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Her work aims to provide insights that can enhance the effectiveness of development initiatives, ensuring that they address the needs of vulnerable populations and promote social inclusion.