Policy · Research · Political analysis
Silvia Owusu-Agyeman
Greater Toronto Area, Ontario
Profile
Policy and research professional with graduate training in political science and public policy. Experience spans qualitative and comparative research, analytical reports and briefing notes, more than 500 structured household interviews, stakeholder communication, program support, and public administration across Canadian and international settings.
Core capabilities
Evidence & synthesis Qualitative research · Comparative analysis · Briefing notes
Field & program evidence 500+ interviews · Data integrity · Evaluation support
Stakeholder clarity Information sessions · Written feedback · Coordination
Experience
Volunteer Program Support
Evergreen Brick Works · Toronto, Ontario
Supported community programming through visitor information, feedback collection, and participation tracking.
Research Student & Teaching Assistant
University of Ottawa · Ottawa, Ontario
Conducted qualitative and comparative policy research, prepared analytical reports and briefing notes, and supported students through feedback and inquiry response.
Teaching Assistant / International Scholarship Coordinator
National Research University · Russia
- Served as a liaison between students and professors, responding to email inquiries about coursework, assignments, deadlines, and academic requirements while reducing routine inquiries directed to faculty.
- Uploaded and maintained student grades in the Learning Management System (LMS) and communicated course updates, instructions, and other academic information to students.
- Coordinated with universities in Ghana and facilitated virtual information sessions on study opportunities, admission requirements, and application procedures for prospective students.
Census Field Enumerator
Government of Ghana · Ghana
Conducted more than 500 structured household interviews and verified demographic and socioeconomic data used in the national-planning context.
Administrative Support
Government of Ghana · Ghana
Supported scheduling, correspondence, records, data entry, document preparation, and meeting coordination in a public-service setting.
Education
MA, Political Science
University of Ottawa · Canada
MA, Public Policy
National Research University · Russia
BA, Political Science
University of Ghana · Ghana