Niyati Malhotra
New Delhi
Summary
- Reliable and driven professional with a strong focus on data-driven impact, strategic planning, and operational efficiency. A proven track record and comprehensive skill set leading to a valuable asset in any organization seeking to leverage data for strategic decision-making and impactful outcomes.
- Accomplished and strategic data specialist with experience in impact evaluation and data analysis across the education sector. Consistent track record of enhancing operational efficiency and delivering high-quality results through data-driven problem solving and advanced analytical techniques. Known for strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Specialist, Impact Evaluation
Educational Initiatives Pvt. Ltd.
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Led initiatives for 3 state governments and 4 educational institutions to evaluate programs impacting ~10 million students in the K-12 education sector
- Accelerated student learning by uncovering ~80% cognitive gap by regressing test scores on student background variables
- Evaluated impact of programs on student learning across 33 districts by executing large-scale sampling and benchmarking for state assessments
- Designed comprehensive diagnostic tools by identifying 12 focus areas and 67% program impact on student learning
- Developed intervention frameworks to generate learning gains of ~1.61 equivalent year of schooling for ~0.26 million students
- Introduced key interventions to reduce learning gap (~70%)
- Improved process quality by ~40% by leading a team of 4 to set up templatised workflows by leveraging analytical tools and skills
- Published article on ‘Data in EdTech’ in firm newsletter (100+ readers; avg 53); authored 5 research summaries as learning nuggets
- Led group and 1:1 mentoring sessions to upskill junior and senior management
- Appointed ‘Subject Matter Expert’ for data visualization tasks using Tableau (~60% TAT reduction) and given sole ownership of 6 projects
Senior Analyst, National Assurance L&D
PricewaterhouseCoopers
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Automated information reporting procedures for 9 regional L&D teams to streamline internal management system and unlock productivity gains
- Saved 20-hrs/week (30% TAT reduction) and optimized accuracy of data by linking PwC systems via macros using VBA and formalizing SOPs
- Increased L&D compliance by ~35% in the department by leading a team of 40+ to design and develop employee upskilling frameworks
- Achieved ~83% increase in global compliance efficiency by spearheading automated functioning and regular reviews of assurance L&E teams
- Single-handedly conducted 153 monthly reviews and 12 annual reviews to rate the work of regional L&D teams comprising senior management
- 1/20+ to receive ‘Dazzling Debut’ award by National L&D leader for extraordinary contribution across work performed for regional teams
- Youngest analyst (avg age 34) to work on ~60+ modules and have direct reporting to partner; only non-CA to be hired in a team of 50+ CAs
- Secured a fast-track promotion in 1 yr (avg 2.5 yrs); amongst top 5% of employees in business unit to receive Tier 1 rating within 1 yr of joining
Education
Post Graduate Program - Finance And Strategy & Leadership
Indian School of Business
Hyderabad, India04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Delhi
New Delhi, India11.2020
Skills
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Strategic Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Time Management
- Multi-tasking
- Decision Making
- Listening Skills
- Verbal/written communication
- Data Analytics and Visualization
Timeline
Data Specialist, Impact Evaluation
Educational Initiatives Pvt. Ltd.
07.2022 - 03.2023
Senior Analyst, National Assurance L&D
PricewaterhouseCoopers
11.2020 - 07.2022
Post Graduate Program - Finance And Strategy & Leadership
Indian School of Business
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Delhi
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