Hina Shaikh has been working in the development sector for over 20 years and has been with the International Growth Centre (IGC) since 2012. She holds a postgraduate degree in Sustainable Development from the University of Sussex and an MSc in Development Economics from the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS). Hina has a strong academic background and extensive practical experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating development initiatives, with a particular focus on sustainable development. She has worked with leading international NGOs and multilateral organisations including the World Bank, Asian Development Bank and United Nations Development Program, managing development projects in a range of strategic and operational roles.
Her research interests span sustainable development, climate change, inclusive growth, and the political economy of policy making. She regularly writes on key policy issues for the IGC, as well as for platforms such as Oxford Analytica, English-language newspapers, and the Consortium for Development Policy Research (CDPR). Hina is highly skilled in policy analysis, including conducting research, evaluating policy options, and formulating evidence-based recommendations for sustainable interventions. She also has a strong track record in stakeholder engagement—facilitating policy dialogues, leading consultations, and building partnerships with a diverse range of actors. Her core focus lies in bridging the gap between research and policy, with a deep understanding of Pakistan’s development landscape and a commitment to promoting evidence-informed decision-making.
