Janet Kiguru

Hello, I'm Janet Kiguru from Nairobi, Kenya. As an accomplished foreign policy analyst with over a decade of experience, I specialize in strategic analysis and policy advisory that directly influence ministerial-level decisions across international relations and development sectors. In my current role as Regional Political and Economic Manager at the Australia High Commission, I've implemented strategies that have increased stakeholder engagement by 80%, and improved accuracy in predicting political outcomes by 18%. My efforts have notably influenced Australia’s policy direction in East Africa and have been pivotal in directing $AUD 90 million in humanitarian funds effectively.

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Previously, as a Humanitarian Information Analyst for UNOCHA, I enhanced situational awareness of the Tigray Crisis by implementing a new information management system, which significantly improved decision-making for humanitarian actions. This role required high-level analysis and coordination, where I was instrumental in analyzing risks and projecting potential humanitarian impacts.

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I hold a Ph.D. in International Relations and a Master of Arts in Development Studies, both from prestigious universities in Nairobi. My academic and professional journeys have equipped me with expert skills in policy development, legislative monitoring, and risk assessment. My analytical work has been supported by proficient use of tools such as Power BI, enhancing the readability and impact of my reports.

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Fluent in English, Swahili, and French, and skilled in remote collaboration and project management, I am well-prepared to drive strategic initiatives and optimize operations in any dynamic global organization seeking expertise in international policy analysis.