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Certification
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AdministrativeAssistant

AL NEEMA ASHRAF

Bangalore

Summary

Results-driven professional with diverse experience in operations, communications, and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in leading strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals, driving impactful programs, and building meaningful partnerships. Passionate about education equity, with expertise in strategic communication, project management, and relationship building to support mission-driven outcomes. Committed to leveraging skills to create inclusive opportunities and make a meaningful impact.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Associate (Partner Accounts & Communication)

Nasscom
06.2023 - Current

1. Account Management & Relationship Building & Project Management

  • Build Strong Partnerships: Foster and maintain trusted relationships with top training providers, academic institutes, and key content partners to drive long-term collaboration.
  • Tailored Solutions for Partners: Understand each partner’s unique needs and craft customized value propositions to align with nasscom Future Skills Prime maximizing mutual benefit.
  • Drive Course Promotion & Data Sharing: Actively promote partner courses on the platform and streamline the exchange of enrolment and completion data, ensuring smooth collaboration.
  • Manage Government Partnerships: Oversee key government content partners like CDAC (9LRC & 13 courses) and NIELET, ensuring seamless integration and delivery of high-impact content.
  • Onboard & Integrate New Partners: Lead new partner onboarding, ensuring smooth transitions and a seamless integration experience for all stakeholders.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Serve as the key communication link between partners and internal teams (Promotion, Go-to-Market, Analytics, etc.) to drive alignment and deliver results.
  • Resolve Partner & Learner Issues: Quickly identify and resolve challenges faced by partners or learners, ensuring an exceptional experience for all parties.
  • Ensure Success: Provide partners with the resources, support, and guidance needed for successful sign-ups, enrolments, and ongoing engagement.

2. Communication (Marcom)

  • Partner Communication Management: Establish and maintain clear, consistent communication with all content partners to ensure alignment and engagement.
  • Digital Asset Oversight: Manage website banners, pages, and other digital content to showcase partner courses and initiatives effectively.
  • Collaborative Marketing Strategy: Work closely with the Marcom team to create and execute strategies that communicate compelling marketing messages to the target audience.

Freelancer Journalist & Content Creator

Kerala Film Academy, Webcrs, Clarity Communication
08.2018 - 08.2024
  • Content Creation and Editing: Led the creation and editing of visual content, including scripting, proofreading, and adapting stories for various digital platforms, ensuring high-quality output.
  • Festival Coverage and Show Production: Conducted interviews at the International Short Film Festival in Trivandrum and played an integral role in the production of the event's shows.
  • Story Development and Verification: Assessed news leads to develop compelling story ideas, meticulously gathering and verifying accurate information through interviews and thorough research.
  • Client Collaboration: Collaborated closely with clients across the education, healthcare, lifestyle, and tourism sectors to execute marketing, public relations, and digital marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with their business goals.

Communication Officer

Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India
05.2022 - 05.2023

Team Leadership & Public Relations for WeAct Project

  • Team Leadership: Led a team of 3 professionals in managing communications and public relations for the WeAct (Women Entrepreneurs Access Connect Transform) project, a platform supported by Accenture, aimed at providing structured support for women entrepreneurs across India.
  • Strategic Guidance and Support: Provided strategic guidance, resources, and hands-on assistance to women entrepreneurs, ensuring they had access to the necessary tools, platforms, and networks to start or scale their businesses effectively.
  • Expertise in Gender-Inclusive Growth: Demonstrated a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by women in entrepreneurship, advocating for gender-inclusive economic growth and developing solutions to address these barriers.

Guest Faculty in Journalism

Markaz Knowledge City, Kozhikode
07.2021 - 11.2021


  • Instruction & Curriculum Delivery: Delivered dynamic lessons and hands-on learning experiences, utilizing diverse materials to enhance students' understanding of journalism concepts and practices.
  • Academic Guidance & Mentorship: Provided academic guidance and mentorship to students, including supervising internships and independent research projects, fostering their professional growth and development.
  • Student Media Support: Advised and supported student media organizations and projects, helping them execute practical initiatives and develop their journalistic skills.
  • Industry Partnerships: Established and nurtured partnerships with media organizations and industry professionals to facilitate special workshops, offering students valuable insights and networking opportunities.

Senior Account Executive

Respublica Consulting
07.2017 - 06.2018

Client Relations & Content Management

  • Client Relations Management: Managed press conferences, public and media relations, and maintained continuous communication with a diverse portfolio of clients to build and enhance their brand presence.
  • Content Production & Collaboration: Collaborated with the creative team to generate innovative ideas, utilizing advanced writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging, high-quality, and error-free content.

Subeditor, News Presenter

Mangalam Television
05.2016 - 04.2017

Content Development & Production

  • Content Creation & Ideation: Contributed to content development by presenting creative ideas, writing and editing concepts, and ensuring content aligned with brand goals.
  • Guest Interviews & Research: Conducted interviews with guests across various genres, including fashion, politics, and film, to gather insights and enhance content quality.

Reporter Trainee

Jeevan Tv
10.2015 - 04.2016

News Reporting:


  • Daily News Reporting: Researched and produced comprehensive daily news reports, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and relevance.
  • Event Coordination: Coordinated major events, including the Niyama Sabha and International Film Festival, ensuring smooth execution and high visibility.
  • Interviews & Special Reports: Conducted interviews with prominent figures, producing high-profile special reports that captured key insights and community impact.
  • Community Engagement: Represented the station at community events, strengthening its presence and fostering relationships with local stakeholders.

Education

Master of Arts -

MG University
01-2015

Bachelor of Arts - Communicative English

St Johns College
01-2013

Skills

  • Marketing Communications
  • Operations and Project Management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Team leadership

Certification

  • Certificate for google ads for beginners
  • Certificate in Connecting the dots for problem solving
  • Certificate in Make presentations like a pro
  • Certificate in ChatGPT Expert
  • Certificate in ChatGPT for Business
  • Certificate in Public Relations Foundations
  • Certificate in building successful celebrity partnership and campaigns
  • Certificate in introduction to modern public relations
  • Certificate in Digital Journalism
  • Certificate in influencer marketing in brands perspective

Timeline

Senior Associate (Partner Accounts & Communication)

Nasscom
06.2023 - Current

Communication Officer

Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India
05.2022 - 05.2023

Guest Faculty in Journalism

Markaz Knowledge City, Kozhikode
07.2021 - 11.2021

Freelancer Journalist & Content Creator

Kerala Film Academy, Webcrs, Clarity Communication
08.2018 - 08.2024

Senior Account Executive

Respublica Consulting
07.2017 - 06.2018

Subeditor, News Presenter

Mangalam Television
05.2016 - 04.2017

Reporter Trainee

Jeevan Tv
10.2015 - 04.2016

Master of Arts -

MG University

Bachelor of Arts - Communicative English

St Johns College
AL NEEMA ASHRAF