
Verda Ahmed
Senior Client Relations Specialist
Salary / Daily rate
Belgium, WI, USA
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
International politics researcher and certified peace studies professional with 6+ years in client relations and policy research. Proven expertise in bridging academia-policy gaps, managing client satisfaction strategies, and conducting South Asian political analysis. Specialized in research-driven consulting, EU affairs, and cross-cultural communication for impactful results.
Work experience
Senior Client Associate
Edge
Oct 2023 - Oct 2024
1 year 1 month
1) Developed and implemented effective client management strategies that improved customer satisfaction 2) Maintained effective client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty 3) Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of client projects 4) Developed and managed a database of client contacts, resulting in improved customer relations and communication.
Junior Research Fellow
Roads Initiative
Jan 2022 - Jul 2024
2 years 7 months
Team and independent work in social scienes on international exchange of research-based knowledge. Bridging the gap between academia and policymaking communities of Pakistan.
Senior Associate - Client Services
Savvital
May 2022 - Oct 2023
1 year 6 months
1) Provide timely and efficient support to clients, addressing their inquiries, concerns, and issues via phone or email. Offer guidance and solutions to meet client needs and ensure their satisfaction. 2) Support the management of client accounts, including contract renewals, and identifying strategies for account growth. 3) Investigate and resolve client issues or complaints in a timely and satisfactory manner. Escalate complex or critical issues to appropriate teams or managers and ensure effective communication throughout the resolution process. 4) Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, including contact information, communication history, and account details, using an AMS to ensure proper documentation of client interactions and activities.
Research Associate
Pak-Afghan Youth Forum
Mar 2021 - Dec 2021
10 months
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Independent work on proofreading and editing website content using SEO standards. Data mining for analyses and conducting research on political issues concerning South Asia. Writing editorials on current affairs.
Content Writer Intern
The Weekly Pakistan
Jul 2019 - Oct 2019
4 months
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Independently worked on proofreading manuscripts and news content. Wrote news articles. Prepared multiple reports for the management on a weekly basis.
Teacher and Supervisor
Charag-e-Badar, NUML
Jun 2016 - Jul 2018
2 years 2 months
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
The NGO brought together underprivileged children living in the slums of Islamabad and provided them with free education. Planned and organized multiple fundraiser events for the NGO-based school and the attending children.
English Tutor and Social Media Intern
Alliance Française
Oct 2017 - Jan 2018
4 months
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Taught English language to Pakistani delegates and senators. Managed and created social media content. Timely reported and advertised events, programs, and press releases. Managed the databases of programs on MS Excel and maintained correspondence with clients.
Education
KU Leuven
Master's degree
2024 - Present
2 years 10 months
National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)
Master of Science - MS
2019 - 2021
2 years
National University of Modern Languages
2014 - 2018
4 years 1 month