Season 1 Episode 17: Grassroots, Government and International Development with Alistair Lobo

Host Adarsh Ramchurn sits down with Alistair Lobo, who works in the public finance department of the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. Alistair shares his journey into international development, his experiences working in various roles including at the UK Treasury, international development consultancies, and the Future Leaders Network. He discusses the motivations behind his passion for addressing global inequalities, the challenges faced in his career, and the importance of creating sustainable growth in developing countries. The conversation also explores the need for greater diversity in the civil service and ways to inspire young people to engage in careers that make a social impact.

 

01:15 Introducing Alistair Lobo: A Journey in International Development

02:04 Early Influences and Passion for Development

04:34 From Grassroots to Central Government

09:11 Challenges and Rewards in Government Work

17:29 Future Leaders Network: Empowering Young Voices

25:03 Diversity in the Civil Service

36:12 Advice for Aspiring Changemakers

36:50 Final Thoughts and Reflections

 

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