Ammar Khalid
About Ammar Khalid
Ammar Khalid is a Policy Associate at the Urban Institute, where he leads policy research projects focused on community corrections and sentencing reform. He has extensive experience in consulting and research, having worked with organizations such as the World Bank Group and the International Finance Corporation.
Work at Urban Institute
Ammar Khalid has been employed at the Urban Institute since 2021 as a Policy Associate. In this role, he leads policy research projects that focus on community corrections and sentencing reform within the Justice Policy Center. His work involves analyzing data and developing insights to inform policy decisions and improve justice systems.
Previous Experience at World Bank Group
Ammar Khalid has held multiple consulting positions at the World Bank Group. He worked as a Consultant for a total of seven months in 2018, where he contributed to various projects related to Social Protection & Jobs, Transport & ICT, and the SME Finance Forum. His experience at the World Bank Group provided him with a solid foundation in policy analysis and development.
Education and Expertise
Ammar Khalid earned a Master’s Degree in International Economics and International Development from The Johns Hopkins University - Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), studying from 2016 to 2018. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics with a minor in Political Science from Lahore University of Management Sciences, completed between 2010 and 2014. His educational background equips him with a strong understanding of economic policies and development strategies.
Research and Project Management
Ammar Khalid has managed an economic research project focused on urban crime and policing in Pakistan for two years. Additionally, he has experience as a Research Consultant at the International Initiative for Impact Evaluation (3ie) and as a Research Assistant at the Institute of Development and Economic Alternatives, where he worked for two years. His research experience spans various sectors and regions, enhancing his analytical skills.
Consulting Roles and Internships
Before his current role, Ammar Khalid worked as a Graduate Research Consultant at the International Finance Corporation for eight months and completed a two-month internship in Monitoring & Evaluation and Knowledge Management at the World Bank Group in 2017. These roles provided him with practical experience in economic research and policy evaluation.