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Nehal Bhargava

@nehalbhargava

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I build monitoring and impact evaluation systems that improve data quality and inform program decisions.

India

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to contribute to monitoring, impact evaluation, and data-quality work where rigorous evidence, field coordination, and clear reporting can strengthen program design and decision-making.

At Sambodhi Research and Communication, I supported monitoring and impact evaluation for a government program in Punjab, defining outcome indicators and data collection tools aligned with program objectives.

I built SurveyCTO validation logic and data validity checks for a 3,000+ respondent dataset, analysed quantitative data in Stata, and translated findings into visual reports for stakeholder groups. I also trained and supervised field teams and external data collection personnel across six districts.

Now at CRE Matrix, I analyse data, create visualizations and infographics, and maintain data platforms through rigorous secondary research. My Economics background also informs my work across quantitative and qualitative research, including FGDs, IDIs, and thematic analysis.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Research Associate

Current

CRE Matrix

Jun 2026 - Present (3 months)

Conducts data analysis and builds visualizations and infographics to present trends to internal and external audiences. Maintains data platforms through rigorous secondary research, ensuring data quality and consistency.

Data Analysis Data Visualization Infographics Secondary Research Data Quality

Research Associate

Sambodhi Research and Communication

Oct 2025 - May 2026 (7 months)

Supported the design of monitoring and impact evaluation frameworks for a government program in Punjab, defining outcome indicators and data collection tools. Built data validity checks and real-time validation logic into SurveyCTO instruments, and ran ongoing quality assurance across a 3,000+ respondent monitoring dataset. Trained and supervised field teams and external data collection personnel

Monitoring and Evaluation Impact Evaluation SurveyCTO Stata Data Quality Assurance Data Analysis Training Stakeholder Management

Research Intern

Sambodhi Research and Communication

Jul 2025 - Oct 2025 (3 months)

Designed and pre-tested monitoring instruments for a government program evaluation; collected and analysed data for 3,000 respondents using Stata and SurveyCTO. Conducted qualitative data collection through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and In-Depth Interviews (IDIs) across 6 districts.

SurveyCTO Stata Quantitative Research Qualitative Research FGD IDIs Data Collection Data Analysis

Research Intern

Research and Information System (RIS)

Dec 2024 - Jan 2025 (1 month)

Analysed secondary datasets and benchmarked Indian regulatory standards against international frameworks, documenting findings in evidence-based briefs.

Secondary Research Data Analysis Benchmarking Documentation

Research Intern

National Productivity Council

Jun 2024 - Jul 2024 (1 month)

Supported monitoring activities and audit-ready documentation across multiple project sites, benchmarking against international frameworks (WHO, OECD, ICMR).

Monitoring Documentation Benchmarking WHO OECD ICRM