Anita Chandra
About Anita Chandra
Anita Chandra is a Senior Evaluation and Performance Analyst at Mind, with extensive experience in mental health research and evaluation. She has held various roles in organizations such as The Royal College of Psychiatrists and North East London NHS Foundation Trust, contributing to projects focused on psychosis and mental health services.
Current Role at Mind
Anita Chandra serves as the Senior Evaluation and Performance Analyst at Mind, a leading mental health charity in the UK. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization's mission to provide support and improve mental health services. In her role, she focuses on evaluating programs and assessing performance metrics to enhance the effectiveness of Mind's initiatives. Her experience in evaluation and performance analysis supports the organization's commitment to evidence-based practices.
Previous Experience in Research and Evaluation
Before her current role at Mind, Anita Chandra worked as a Senior Research and Evaluation Officer at Coram for six months in 2020. She also served as an Evaluation Officer at Mind from 2019 to 2020 and as a Research Assistant in 2019. Her previous positions involved significant responsibilities in project management and evaluation, particularly in mental health and social care settings.
Educational Background
Anita Chandra completed her Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree at City University London from 2011 to 2014. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree from UCL, where she studied from 2014 to 2015. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in evaluation and performance analysis within the mental health sector.
Experience in Mental Health Sector
Anita Chandra has extensive experience in the mental health sector, having worked in various roles that focus on research, evaluation, and support services. She served as a Project Officer at The Royal College of Psychiatrists, where she was involved in multiple projects, including the Early Intervention in Psychosis Network and the National Clinical Audit of Psychosis (NCAP). Additionally, she held positions as an Honorary Assistant Psychologist at North East London NHS Foundation Trust and Partnerships in Care.
Volunteer and Early Career Roles
Anita Chandra began her career with volunteer work, including a role as an Enablement Service Volunteer at Islington Mind from 2013 to 2014. Her early career also included positions in retail, such as a Retail Assistant at Primark Stores Limited, where she worked from 2010 to 2014. These experiences contributed to her understanding of service delivery and client interaction in various settings.