Annu Yadav

Senior Research Associate

IICA Certified ESG Batch-1

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Languages

English

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Hindi

Native

Sanskrit

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Skills

ESG Strategy and ReportingProject ManagementGoogle SuiteMicrosoft OfficeSDG Mapping and Impact AssessmentData Research and AnalysisGenerative AIPower BITeamworkProblem-solvingCommunicationLeadershipStrategic thinkingGovernment RelationsProgram ManagementProgram CoordinationTeam Leadership

Industries & Sectors

Finance & InsuranceConsulting / ServicesPublic / Govt / DefenceEnvironmental & Sustainability

Education

Lakshmi Bai College, University of Delhi

BBE (Bachelor in Business Economics)

Aug 2011 - Jun 2014

IGNOU

Masters in Sociology

Dec 2016 - Jun 2020

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning

PGDIB/MBA

Dec 2018 - Mar 2022

IGNOU

Masters in Sustainability Science

May 2024 - Present

Certifications

Certified Professional in IFRS Sustainability Disclosure S1 and S2

IFRS Foundation - 2025

Guide to Sustainability Reporting

Global Reporting Initiative - GRI - 2025

IICA Certified Environmental Social-Governance (ESG) Professional: Impact Leader

Credential ID: IICA/90/00012892 (Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, Ministry of Corporate Affairs - 2023)

Corporate Social Responsibility - Its Applied Aspects of Project Management

Credential ID: HCLF08SPE01CSR04AY040993AA (HCL Foundation - 2022)

Experiences

Senior Research Associate - ESG & CSR

Full Time Jul 2023 - Present

Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, Ministry of Corporate Affairs (Manesar, Gurugram)

Led ESG and CSR programs for public and private sector clients, including GAIL, HP, and DVC, driving 30% improvement in ESG data accuracy and ?50 Cr in process savings. Managed 50+ sustainability projects covering GRI, BRSR, CSRD, and ISSB frameworks, 30+ materiality assessments, and 500+ professional trainings. Spearheaded national conferences and capacity-building initiatives advancing ESG strategy, reporting, and governance.

Senior Associate - CS

Full Time Dec 2022 - Mar 2023

GOODERA (Remote)

Designed and implemented skill-based volunteering programs for EY and NetApp, aligning employee expertise with community needs and boosting participation by 25%. Built partnerships with 200+ NGOs and analysed 500+ social enterprises to strengthen program design and impact. Conducted CSR impact assessments aligned with UN SDGs, improving program effectiveness by 55%.

CSR Fundraising Officer

Full Time Jul 2022 - Dec 2022

DevPro - INDIAdonates (Noida, UP)

Forged 10+ CSR partnerships with PSUs like NTPC and Coal India, strengthening government relations and stakeholder engagement. Led 150+ volunteers and managed a 5,000-member donor base, driving 97% positive feedback from 800+ stakeholders. Designed SDG-aligned engagement programs and conducted CSR impact assessments to enhance ROI and community reach.

Team Lead

Full Time Feb 2014 - Feb 2020

DJJS Organisation (New Delhi)

Led district-level CSR initiatives focused on gender equality, environmental sustainability, and education, aligning outcomes with UN SDGs. Managed a team of 15 staff and 150 volunteers to implement PSU-funded programs in coordination with government bodies. Delivered 100+ workshops and 60+ community awareness sessions, strengthening stakeholder engagement and program adoption. Built strong partnerships with donors, government agencies, and community groups to ensure long-term impact and sustainability.

Financial Analyst (Internship)

Full Time Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

MMTC Ltd. (Karol Bagh, New Delhi)

I undertook a summer training and submitted the report by conducting a qualitative and quantitative analysis of the project titled 'Export Procedure of Minerals, Foreign Exchange Risk Management and Financial Analysis of MMTC' under the finance division of the MMTC company.

Projects

Tu Hai Shakti, DEI project, Gender Equality SDG-5 (2016-2018)and Sanrakshan-Environmental Protection

Led and coordinated the capacity-building training workshops and seminars based on Gender Equality. 500+ women empowered. Organised 100+ workshops and campaigns of environmental protection and sustainable development.

Steel Sector BRSR Report Analysis (2023-24)

Researched and analysed the steel sector's 12 companies BRSR Report and constructed a roadmap for the steel sector titled "Conventional Steel to Green Steel".

HP Future Impact Leaders- IICA Certi ed Environmental-Social-Governance (ESG) Professional programme (2023-2026)

ESG & Impact Leader Capacity-Building Program - Designed and delivered a six-month ESG training for 100+ professionals on strategy, GRI/BRSR/CSRD/ISSB reporting, materiality mapping and MSCI Ratings, earning "Best Project Manager" recognition.

National Association of Impact Leaders - NAIL

Project Lead for the NAIL India’s premier ESG network of IICA Certi ed ESG Professionals. Scaled a 400+ member community, initiated a web application for the NAIL platform, organized 50+ events and webinars, curated thought-leadership content, and fostered multi-stakeholder collaboration.

Achievements & Awards

Recognized as an "All-rounder and Best Team Leader" for consecutive years (2017-19), validating my 3D qualities (dedication, discipline, and determination) in leading teams to success.

Second topper, scored 90% in the IICA Certified ESG Professional: Impact Leader Programme.

Leading the NAIL-National Association of Impact Leaders Project (a leading community of ESG professionals in India).

Successfully led the National Conference & Exhibition on Corporate Social Responsibility (2024 & 2025) and achieved 97% positive feedback from 800+ stakeholders.