Pinpoint Ventures Advisory is a registered social research firm (est. 2016) offering MEL system design, programme evaluation, applied research, and strategic advisory to development organisations.
Since 2016, Pinpoint Ventures Advisory has partnered with development organisations to deliver rigorous, community-centred research and evaluation. We bring deep sectoral knowledge across health, education, gender, climate, livelihoods, child protection, and governance -- combined with methodological fluency in both quantitative and qualitative traditions.
With over 100 evaluations completed across 7 countries, our work is designed not just for academic rigour but for real-world policy uptake. We embed ourselves in programme contexts, build locally grounded measurement systems, and produce evidence that decision-makers can act on.
Participatory by default. We design with communities, not about them -- ensuring local voice shapes every stage of the research process.
Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods. We match the design to the question, not the other way around.
Every output is designed for real-world uptake -- actionable findings that programme managers and policymakers can use immediately.
Managing Director
Over 20 years in development research and evaluation. PhD in Development Studies (TISS). Previously at Evidence Action, Kantar, BBC Media Action, and Sesame Workshop India. Current Dr Manmohan Singh Fellow.
Mentor
Senior development sector leader providing strategic guidance on research design, organisational development, and programme strategy for the practice.
Research & Field Operations Partner
Over 20 years in health and socio-economic development research. Specialist in large-scale longitudinal surveys, field operations, and data collection across 18 Indian states. 50+ projects completed for government departments, international agencies, and corporate clients.
Technology Lead
Leads our technology stack -- platform development, data infrastructure, survey systems, and digital tools that support our research and advisory work.
Legal Advisor
Supreme Court lawyer providing legal counsel on regulatory compliance, organisational governance, FCRA, and policy-related legal matters for the practice and its clients.
We collaborate with researchers, field partners, and domain experts on a project basis.
Get in touchPinpoint Ventures Advisory is part of IdeaLog Works, alongside a sister site and a shared open-source infrastructure project.
The parent ecosystem — a collective of research, education, and civic-tech ventures working on evidence, equity, and public interest.
Our sister site — a free development education platform hosting courses, tools, and resources for South Asian practitioners.
Open-source analytical stacks for development economists, MEL practitioners, and applied researchers.
Whether you need an evaluation designed, a MEL system built, or strategic research support -- we would like to hear from you.
