Measuring, improving, and demonstrating social impact.
Helping corporates, foundations, NGOs and consulting firms measure, improve and demonstrate social impact through evidence-based research, CSR impact assessment, monitoring & evaluation, and development research.
Independent Researcher and CSR Consultant with expertise in CSR impact assessment, monitoring & evaluation (MEL), baseline/endline studies, need assessments, programme evaluation, and mixed-methods research. Currently pursuing a PhD in Public Health through JNU in collaboration with NIHFW.
Where evidence meets social development.
I work at the intersection of academic research and corporate responsibility, helping organizations evaluate their social investments and structure reliable developmental projects.
By designing robust evaluation tools, conducting rigorous multi-state field research, and utilizing quantitative/qualitative analysis, I deliver insights that translate to sustainable societal impact.
CSR Impact Assessment
Conducting end-to-end impact assessments of CSR programs, ensuring boardroom-ready evaluation reports that satisfy compliance and strategic targets.
MEL & Research Design
Designing robust Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) frameworks, sampling designs, quantitative/qualitative tools, and mixed-method surveys.
Public Health & Social Policy
Integrating community need assessments, public health research methodologies, and social audits to align programs with grassroot requirements.
Tools & Technologies.
CSR & MEL METHODOLOGY
ANALYTICAL SOFTWARE
SECTORAL EXPERTISE
RESEARCH & ACADEMIA
LICENSES & LANGUAGES
Education & Credentials.
PhD in Public Health
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) & NIHFW
Researching community medicine, public health communication, and healthcare access in collaboration with the National Institute of Health and Family Welfare.
M.Phil. in Social Medicine & Community Health
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
Focused on social medicine, community healthcare delivery, and health equity frameworks.
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Mumbai
Specialized training in community organization, social research, and development methodologies.
Post Graduate Diploma in CSR (PGDCSR)
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Foundations in Corporate Social Responsibility, sustainability guidelines, and social auditing.
What People Say.
Recognition from corporate partners, foundations, and evaluation directors.
“Hari Krishna delivered an outstanding CSR impact assessment report for our STEM education program. His methodology was extremely sound, and the board-ready report gave us clear, data-driven recommendations on how to expand our reach. His work bridges academic depth and corporate compliance perfectly.”
Dr. A. Sharma
Senior CSR Director
Collaborated on Oracle Financial Services-supported education project
“His expertise in mixed-methods and need assessments was critical in structuring our rural health nutrition study. Hari managed the field researchers across states flawlessly, and his insights using SPSS and ATLAS.ti were highly detailed. A dependable researcher whom we confidently recommend.”
M. K. Nair
Head of Community Programs
Worked with Hari on Glenmark Foundation nutrition evaluation
“We engaged Hari for a social audit and M&E framework design for our livelihood initiatives. He is proactive, detail-oriented, and excellent with stakeholder engagement. His independent evaluation report was well-received by all regional directors.”
Rajesh Patil
Chief Evaluator
Partnered on NABARD-supported agricultural auditing
CSR Assignments Completed
Comprehensive research and evaluation assignments delivered across multiple states.
Field Research & Audits
Extensive fieldwork management and stakeholder engagement in diverse geographies.
Impact Assessment Reports
Authoring evidence-based recommendations that meet rigorous corporate and donor expectations.
Featured Engagement Reports.
Selected assessments and research evaluations with direct stakeholders and verified social footprint.
Assessing Multi-State Educational Initiatives
Supported by Oracle Financial ServicesLed the end-to-end impact assessment of a corporate-supported STEM education program in 50+ schools. Formulated rigorous sampling frameworks, managed multi-state fieldwork operations, and analyzed learner outcomes to draft board-ready recommendations.
Community Need & Nutrition Assessment
Supported by Glenmark FoundationDesigned research methodologies and survey tools to evaluate health and nutrition needs among rural mothers and children. Led local stakeholder engagement and presented data-driven insights to structure targeted nutrition programs.
Livelihood & Agriculture Support Auditing
Supported by NABARD & SBI CAPSConducted social audits and designed M&E frameworks for rural livelihood projects. Monitored resource flows, conducted participatory appraisals, and delivered independent evaluation reports highlighting scalability guidelines.
Expertise & Methodologies.
A summary of research methodologies, assessment designs, and analytical competencies applied throughout my career.
CSR Impact Assessment
End-to-end evaluation design, donor-ready reporting, compliance checks, and BRSR/GRI regulatory insights.
MEL Frameworks
Constructing indicators, logical frameworks, tracking loops, and feedback systems to continuously refine program delivery.
Mixed-Methods Research
Coordinating multi-state quantitative surveys and qualitative focus group discussions to gain multi-dimensional community insights.
Data Analytics & Modeling
Advanced statistical coding and content modeling using tools like SPSS, ATLAS.ti, MAXQDA, and Microsoft Excel.
Stakeholder Engagement
Facilitating dialogue between corporate boards, local NGOs, CSR committees, government departments, and communities.
Public Health & Social Policy
Analyzing community health vulnerabilities, maternal-child nutrition metrics, and executing grassroot participatory audits.
Professional Timeline
Corporates, Foundations, NGOs & Consulting Firms
2023 – PresentIndependent CSR & Development Research Consultant
Directing end-to-end CSR impact assessments, baseline/endline studies, need assessments, and program evaluations. Responsible for research methodology design, field tool development, data analysis, stakeholder dialogues, and authoring donor-ready evaluation reports.
- Delivered board-ready impact assessment reports for corporate donors and CSR boards.
- Created specialized qualitative and quantitative toolkits for multi-state program evaluations.
- Analyzed primary datasets using SPSS and ATLAS.ti to outline scalability recommendations.
Leading Development & CSR Consulting Firms
2019 – 2023Senior Research Consultant
Managed a portfolio of large-scale program evaluations, need assessments, and social audits. Oversaw multi-state field operations, mentored field researchers, and coordinated donor relationships.
- Coordinated field research teams across multiple states for baseline and endline evaluations.
- Drafted comprehensive program monitoring and evaluation (MEL) frameworks.
- Facilitated participatory rural appraisals (PRA) and community-level social audits.
Vidya Dham Samiti
2017 – 2019Senior Research Associate
Conducted grassroot livelihood and vulnerability research using participatory approaches. Partnered with regional stakeholders to evaluate program reach and community impact.
- Led qualitative studies focusing on vulnerability mapping and community livelihoods.
- Conducted structured interviews and focus groups using participatory action research.
- Coauthored project summary guides and presented findings to national NGO partners.
Let's talk.
Open to independent CSR Consulting, MEL Framework formulation, and Development Research projects. My background spans public health, community development, and mixed-methods research, helping corporate boards and NGOs measure, improve, and demonstrate social impact.
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