Zeeshan Mustafa
Policy Evaluation Expert @Areté - The Agri-Food Intelligence Company
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WORK HISTORY
Policy Evaluation Expert @Areté - The Agri-Food Intelligence Company
Bologna, IT
Collaborate in the realization of ex ante and ex post evaluation studies and impact analyses of policies applied to the sectors of agriculture, agribusiness, food and related sectors for primary community and international institutions, governments and government bodies, industry associations and large companies operating in agrifood. Collection of data and information from secondary and primary sources, including collaboration in the realization of surveys, stakeholders\' consultations, focus groups and others, analysis of data and information. Creation of analysis reports and representation of results; management of relationships with national and international partners. Progressive involvement in the presentation of results to clients, including at an international level.
EDUCATION
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
B.Sc. (Hons.), Agricultural & Resource Economics
Pakistan Institute of Development Economics
Master of Philosophy - MPhil, Environmental Economics
Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Agricultural Economics
ABOUT ZEESHAN MUSTAFA
I am an Agricultural & Food Policy Economist with strong interdisciplinary experience spanning academia (4+ years), governmental institutions (1.5+ years), and international/global development organizations (4+ years). I specialize in designing, implementing, and evaluating policies that enhance sustainability, equity, and efficiency in agro-food systems — especially in fruits & vegetables and dairy value chains — in both the EU and third-country contexts.Some of my past collaborators/employers have included:• ACIAR, ADB, USAID, World Bank, CGIAR system (particularly CIMMYT, ILRI, IWMI)• National government agencies, donor programs, and think tanksMy core strengths include:• Policy Analysis & Monitoring & Evaluation: developing indicators, impact assessment, regulatory frameworks, and evidence-based policy recommendations.• Market & Value Chain Research: with deep knowledge of how policies, trade regulations, subsidies, import/export regimes, and standards affect producers, processors, and consumers.• Sustainability & Food Security: integrating climate resilience, resource use, and environmental concerns into policy and program design.Key achievements:• Led/contributed to projects that influenced/reformed policy in [Asia / EU].• Authored / co-authored research used by government/donor reports to inform decision‐making.What I am looking for next: roles where I can scale impact — in policy advisory, evidence generation, or institutional consulting — ideally blending field exposure, cross-sector work, and strategic influence.
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