Mixed-method researcher with a background in design management. Eight years across education in India, mental health globally, and sustainable systems — always starting with the question before the answer.
I blend participatory research methods with design thinking — producing evidence that changes decisions, not just reports that sit on shelves.
Leading a portfolio of 21 VCSE and SME organisations — synthesising partner feedback, performance data, and sector intelligence into funding strategy recommendations. Developing streamlined grant assessment processes using plan–test–learn–adapt cycles.
Driving partnership lifecycle management: capability analysis, partner onboarding, performance monitoring, and learning cycles — all aligned with NHS South London and local authority priorities.
Developed ethical, data-informed frameworks for strategic decision-making across multi-disciplinary teams. Provided expert insights aligning programme strategies with public engagement and equalities considerations.
Supported capacity building by mentoring colleagues in rigorous research methodologies and impact measurement principles. Full details available under NDA.
Assessed a diverse pipeline of global and UK-based charities, producing briefings for high-net-worth donors and family offices. Managed stakeholder engagement including interviews with NGO leaders and community partners across LMICs.
Translated complex evaluation data into actionable recommendations that shaped the fund's investment decisions. Full details available in confidence.
Conducted landscape analysis of sustainable digital product management frameworks. Facilitated design workshops on value alignment and circularity scoring.
Delivered two complete sustainable lifecycle strategy blueprints, positioning the client to lead conversations on ethical blockchain applications. Full details under NDA.
Awarded a research grant by UAL to advance this MA project. Applied mixed-method research including literature reviews, surveys, workshops, and focus groups. Used Systems Thinking to map the supermarket packaging ecosystem.
Conceptualised a 2040 vision integrating interactive packaging, retailer incentives, and blockchain-enabled supply chains — shaped by global experts across the US, Dubai, and UK.
Designed and delivered digital transformation programmes increasing educational access for 4,500+ underserved children. Developed M&E frameworks ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
Secured multinational corporate CSR funding and partnered with local government and NGOs — with the programme model subsequently adopted at a government level. Details available on request.
Designed and implemented mixed-method impact measurement strategies. Drove VCSE ecosystem partnerships with 40+ grassroots organisations. Implemented CRM system improving operational efficiency by 80%.
Spearheaded programme expansion in Mysore — 200% growth in children served, 220% growth in volunteer engagement. Recognised with 'Most Improved City' at U&I's 7th Annual Awards.
Created an interactive collaborative learning platform for 250+ geographically dispersed interns. Developed curriculum focused on social impact skills and facilitation, and led all recruitment, training, and programme delivery.
Programme fostered high engagement, with interns providing vital support to NGO partners across programme management, community engagement, and strategic development.
Applied Human-Centred Design and Agile methodologies. Conducted mixed-method user research and iterative prototyping to create a card game facilitating organic social connection — without conventional icebreaker awkwardness.
Soft launch with 30 students: 50% pre-orders, highly positive feedback on gameplay and visual design. University expressed interest in further development. Details available on request.
Some engagements are under NDA — full details available in confidence. Additional work available on request.
Strategic consultant and researcher with 8+ years across the charity, public sector, and social enterprise ecosystem — from Bangalore to London. MA Design Management from UAL (research grant recipient), currently Interim Grant Manager at Maudsley Charity (NHS) and founding Nuvora Impact.
I believe the most important thing in any research project is the question you ask before you start. That instinct — shaped by design training and deepened by fieldwork — runs through everything I do.
I'm establishing Nuvora Impact — a social impact consulting practice. If you're looking to engage a practice rather than an individual, that's where to start.
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