Krista Rasmussen
About Krista Rasmussen
Krista Rasmussen serves as the Officer of Policy and Research in Policy Planning at the United Nations Foundation, a position she has held since 2021. With a strong background in global economic and social data analysis, she focuses on Sustainable Development Goals and development financing.
Work at United Nations Foundation
Krista Rasmussen has been serving as Officer of Policy and Research, Policy Planning at the United Nations Foundation since 2021. In this role, she focuses on policy planning and research initiatives that align with the foundation's mission to promote global cooperation and sustainable development. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Senior Research Associate in the same organization from 2019 to 2021, where she contributed to various research projects and policy analyses.
Previous Experience at The Brookings Institution
Rasmussen held multiple positions at The Brookings Institution, a leading think tank in Washington D.C. She began as a Research Assistant in Global Economy and Development from 2015 to 2016, then advanced to Research Analyst from 2016 to 2018, and later became a Senior Research Analyst from 2018 to 2019. Her work involved analyzing global economic trends and contributing to policy recommendations aimed at addressing development challenges.
Educational Background
Krista Rasmussen earned her Master's degree in Global Policy Studies from The University of Texas at Austin's LBJ School of Public Affairs, where she focused on International Development and Climate Change Policy from 2013 to 2015. She also holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where her studies encompassed Languages and Cultures of Asia, Religious Studies, Environmental Science, and South Asian Studies, completed between 2006 and 2010.
Global Experience and Skills
Rasmussen has gained international experience working in countries such as India, Indonesia, and Japan, which has enriched her global perspective on policy and research. She specializes in assessing global economic and social data, particularly in relation to Sustainable Development Goals and development financing. Her skills in program management enhance her capability to lead and implement effective policy initiatives.
Commitment to Global Equity
Krista Rasmussen is motivated by a commitment to address disparities in the global community. She focuses on ensuring that no one is left behind through her work in quantitative analysis. Her dedication to promoting equity and sustainable development is reflected in her research and policy planning efforts at the United Nations Foundation.