Abhishek H P

About Abhishek H P

I bring policy precision and consulting clarity to the heart of development. With 5+ years of hands-on experience in the development sector, I’ve led and contributed to diverse high-impact projects across NGOs and public policy platforms — integrating grassroots understanding with data-backed strategy to drive measurable change. My experience spans from policy research and program implementation to strategic influence in social impact domains. I leverage my background in UPSC preparation (with deep domain expertise in Polity, Economics, Geography, and International Relations) to offer a 360-degree analytical lens to development challenges. Alongside my work, I’ve mentored 50+ Civil Services aspirants, guiding them on exam strategies, time management, and holistic preparation.CAREER HIGHLIGHTS Led and executed multi-stakeholder initiatives in the NGO sector, contributing to sustainable outcomes in education, livelihoods, and youth empowerment. Contributed to strategic planning and execution at organizations interfacing with public policy and governance. Successfully completed mentorship programs under top MBB consultants, applying structured problem-solving frameworks to real-world consulting cases. Co-authored a white paper on \"India’s Growth Story: Is it Really Jobless?\" with a policy lens on youth and women inclusion. Mentored 50+ UPSC aspirants, helping them streamline preparation through strategic planning and deep conceptual clarity.AREAS OF EXPERTISE Management Consulting & Strategy Public Policy Design & Implementation Research & Analytical Writing Critical Policy Analysis Program Monitoring & EvaluationTECHNICAL SKILLS Tools: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word Data: SQL, Power BI Writing & Design: Policy briefs, white papers, presentationsCERTIFICATIONS Growth School – Management Consulting Program (Mentored by MBB consultants) Applied Public Policy Lab – White Paper Author

Experience

1. Current Affairs Analyst

   Copper Age

   May 2021 — Present · Davangere, IN

   Conduct daily analytical sessions on The Hindu newspaper, helping aspirants understand complex national and international developments with clarity and context.2. Host YouTube-based current affairs discussions tailored for UPSC aspirants, focusing on issue- based analysis and linkage with GS papers.3. Mentor students on effective UPSC preparation strategies, including personalized guidance on time management, study plans, and answer writing techniques.4. Support students through all stages of preparation—Prelims, Mains, and Interview—by combining content clarity with a practical and strategic approach.

Education

• Indian Institute of Governance and Leadership (IIGL)

  Diploma of Education, International Affairs and Diplomacy

• Me4U International

  Certificate, Public speaking