Shivam S.
About Shivam S.
Shivam S. is a Programme Policy Officer specializing in Data Analytics at the World Food Programme, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in technology and development, with previous roles in organizations such as Transform Rural India and NITI Aayog, and holds multiple degrees in business analytics and technology.
Work at World Food Programme
Shivam S. currently serves as a Programme Policy Officer specializing in Data Analytics at the World Food Programme (WFP) in New Delhi, India. He has held this position since 2022. In this role, he contributes to the Supply Chain and Public Distribution System (PDS) Unit, utilizing data analytics to enhance the efficiency of public distribution systems. His work focuses on integrating data science with public policy to improve supply chain management, particularly within the agricultural sector.
Previous Experience in Transform Rural India
Prior to his current role, Shivam S. worked as a Manager for Farm Livelihoods at Transform Rural India from 2020 to 2022. His responsibilities included overseeing initiatives aimed at improving agricultural practices and enhancing the livelihoods of rural communities in the New Delhi area. This position allowed him to apply his expertise in technology and development to address challenges faced by the agricultural sector.
Education and Expertise
Shivam S. holds a Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Technology & Development from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, which he completed from 2016 to 2018. He also earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics and Intelligence from Amity University between 2020 and 2021. Additionally, he is pursuing a Fellowship in Organisational Design at Wipro Foundation since 2022. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in data analytics and public policy.
Professional Background
Shivam S. has a diverse professional background that includes roles in various organizations. He served as a Young Professional at NITI Aayog from 2019 to 2020, where he contributed to policy development. He also worked as a Consultant at PBOPlus for four months in 2016 and as an Executive at Professional Assistance For Development Action (PRADAN) from 2013 to 2016. His experiences across these roles have equipped him with a strong understanding of public policy and development.
Academic Qualifications
Shivam S. completed his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Biotechnology from Govind Ballabh Pant Krishi Evam Praudyogik Vishwavidyalaya from 2009 to 2013. He also participated in the Enhancing Civic Engagement program at Common Purpose in Mumbai in 2016, where he achieved Alumni status in Global Leader Experiences. His academic journey reflects a commitment to both technical and leadership skills, which he applies in his current professional endeavors.