Marcus Langley
About Marcus Langley
Marcus Langley is a researcher at the Secure Livelihoods Research Consortium, where he focuses on policy recommendations for post-conflict contexts. He has a background in communications and holds degrees from The University of Manchester and Birkbeck, University of London.
Current Role at Secure Livelihoods Research Consortium
Marcus Langley is currently employed as a Researcher at the Secure Livelihoods Research Consortium, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on developing policy recommendations for practitioners working in post-conflict contexts. His research interests include urban violent conflict and the political economy of natural resource extraction, contributing to the consortium's efforts to enhance understanding and inform practices in these areas.
Previous Experience at Overseas Development Institute
Langley worked at the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) as a Communications Officer from 2017 to 2019. During his two years at ODI, he engaged in research and policy development in the field of international development. His role involved communicating research findings and policy implications to various stakeholders, enhancing the impact of ODI's work in the sector.
Educational Background
Marcus Langley studied at The University of Manchester, where he earned a BA (Hons) in Geography from 2010 to 2013. He furthered his education at Birkbeck, University of London, achieving an MSc in Global Politics with Distinction from 2017 to 2019. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his research and policy work in development.
Professional Experience in Communications
In addition to his role at ODI, Langley has held various positions in communications and research. He served as Communications Lead for Global Learning for Adaptive Management for three months in 2019. He also worked as a Communications Officer from 2015 to 2017 and as a Public Affairs & Policy Intern at Toynbee Hall in 2014. His experience spans multiple organizations, contributing to his expertise in communicating complex research findings.
International Experience and Research Interests
Langley has gained valuable international experience in countries such as China, Ghana, Nigeria, and Uganda. His research interests focus on urban violent conflict and the political economy of natural resource extraction, areas that are critical for understanding the dynamics of development and governance in various contexts.