Jin Zhao, a national of China, works as a Young Professional for IEO. Jin joined IEO in September 2023 and has worked on a range of evaluations during her time with the department, applying mixed-methods and international evaluation standards to deliver contextualised, quality-assured, evidence-based evaluation reports.
Before joining IEO, Jin held roles in the Chinese government, Ernst & Young, and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization. She has more than 10 years of experience across public, private and multilateral institutions, spanning the project cycle of international development projects and cooperation programmes. Her expertise also includes business consulting, policy research, economic analysis, and organisational evaluation and optimisation.
Jin holds a PhD in Public Policy and Management, an LLM in International Law and a Master of Public Administration. She also holds dual bachelor’s degrees in accounting and English (minor degree) and was granted an Advanced Diploma in International Taxation (ADIT) by the Chartered Institute of Taxation in London.