Professional Experience:
Advocacy
Enterprising lawyer with experience of working within the different United Nations, human rights bodies, treaties and mechanisms. Worked with governments, National Human Rights Institutions and NGOs advocating at the international level, namely at the Human Rights Council on Human Rights Education and Training, and Freedom of Religion or Belief. Proficient in linking international legal frameworks with grassroots issues, have advocated human rights issues at the national level in India, pertaining to the rights of women and children and those affected by human trafficking. A strong strategic thinker, initiated and co-created awareness campaigns founded in local norms and worked with the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Department of Women and Children of Mysore, local (village) authorities, NGOs, private companies and educational institutions
Legal advice
Competent in dealing with conflicting parties in a range of matters, and confident in executing effective problem solving methodologies. Able to skilfully advice clients in legal matters and provide clear responses on court rules and procedures. Successfully advised grassroots organisations and their stakeholders on international legal frameworks, as well as on the various United Nations mechanisms. Strong analytical and research skills, enabling a sound ability to explore cases and make concrete recommendations on specific matters.
Project management
Successful proven track record in project management: consisting of designing, coordinating, delivering, monitoring and evaluating a variety of programmes in a number of different countries including: Brazil (Belem), France (Paris), England (London), Switzerland (Geneva) and India (Mysore). Projects have ranged from political, legal, economic, educational and environmental. Demonstrated strong multi-tasking abilities, excellent organisation, leadership and communication skills. Self-motivated and have the discipline and confidence required to work alone and take own initiative, as well as strong personable skills necessary to work successfully with others, as part of a team.