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Prajna Naiker

@prajnanaiker

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I analyze economic and sustainability data to support ESG strategy, policy, and responsible business decisions.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to contribute economic, ESG, and sustainability research skills in a collaborative environment that values learning, mentorship, AI, and meaningful impact.

I've supported sustainability work at Africa Talent by Deloitte, including CSRD benchmarking, IRO mapping, E5 circularity analysis, CSDDD assessments, and AI integration in project processes. I also contributed research, data analysis, client roadmaps, and business and human rights workshops.

I'm completing an MCom in Economic Development at the University of Cape Town, researching AI's impact on labour-intensive apparel manufacturing in South Africa. My experience at Western Cape Government DEDAT and Eunoic spans economic analysis, statistical research, ESG client strategy, stakeholder engagement, and professional report writing.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Junior Sustainability Consultant

Africa Talent by Deloitte

Feb 2025 - Jan 2026 (11 months)

Trained in EU Sustainability regulation and provided data analysis for CSRD benchmarking, IRO-mapping, and E5 Circularity analysis. Contributed to AI integration in project processes and assisted with CSDDD assessments and client roadmaps.

CSRD ESRS ISSB Data Analysis AI Integration Research

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Cape Town

Master of Commerce, Economic Development

2024 -

Pursuing a Master of Commerce in Economic Development, with a dissertation on AI and labour-intensive manufacturing in South Africa.

University of Cape Town

Bachelor of Social Science Honours, Philosophy, Politics and Economics

2023 - 2024

Completed a Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Philosophy, Politics and Economics, with a thesis on gender-based violence and female labour force participation.