Sneha Shikta
Gurugram
Summary
Creative and compassionate communications professional with over 6 years of experience across social work, community engagement, and visual storytelling. Currently leading communication initiatives at a national-level disability rights organization, blending advocacy with creativity to drive inclusive change. Skilled in project coordination, social media management, and photography, with a strong foundation in development studies and community outreach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Communications Officer
National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP)
New Delhi
03.2024 - Current
- Strategically managed communications for five key national-level programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and accessibility principles.
- Led the communications for the Universal Design Awards 2024, including digital campaigns, stakeholder outreach, media coordination, and post-event engagement.
- Supported NCPEDP’s advocacy efforts during the Lok Sabha Elections, developing campaign messaging, outreach content, and public communication strategies on electoral inclusion.
- Headed the Fellowship for Youth with Disabilities, coordinating program implementation and communications for two national cohorts of 20 fellows each. Co-directed a short documentary capturing the fellowship’s impact.
- Managed the Scholarship Program for Students with Disabilities, driving awareness and visibility through social media impact storytelling and strategic content planning.
- Played a key role in stakeholder engagement, media visibility, and campaign execution for NCPEDP’s 25th Helen Keller Awards and World Disability Day 2024.
- Co-led communications for Assistive Technology and Legislators for Disability programs—overseeing event planning, press releases, collateral development, and digital outreach.
- Currently overseeing the website redesign and content management, coordinating with developers to ensure accessibility, consistency, and alignment with the organization’s mission.
Business Development Representative
Weddings by Shutter Stories
Delhi
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Spearheaded customer acquisition and engagement through tailored sales pitches and relationship management.
- Managed social media campaigns and advertising, ensuring consistent brand visibility.
- Optimized event planning processes and staffing for cost-effective operations.
Social Worker
Agricultural Consultancy and Rural Development Institute
Ranchi
06.2015 - 10.2018
- Designed and implemented rural development projects in collaboration with ATMA.
- Conducted health and life skills training for rural women and youth.
- Oversaw NGO operations and organized community events.
Social Work Intern
Dr. Reddy’s Foundation
Delhi
08.2017 - 09.2017
- Facilitated Project GROW, focused on empowering individuals with disabilities through skill development
Social Work Intern
IWT Academy
Ghaziabad
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Facilitated education for children with disabilities.
- Supported head counsellor in conducting assessments and therapeutic sessions for student.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
IGNOU
New Delhi01.2018
B.A. English (Hons.) -
St. Xavier’s College
Ranchi01.2015
Senior Secondary & Higher Secondary -
Delhi Public School
RanchiSkills
- Content development and strategy
- Digital accessibility
- Social media management
- Disability rights advocacy
- Community engagement
- Event planning and management
- Campaign coordination
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Project management
- Inclusive communication
- Press relations
- Report writing and analysis
- Photography and visual storytelling
- Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite expertise
- Google Workspace proficiency
Certification
- Diploma in Computer Applications, SIB Computer Training, A
- Accessibility at Workplace, India Business & Disability Network - CII IBDN
Accomplishments
- Featured in The Times of India (Ranchi Edition), World Photography Day, 2017
- 1st Prize, HT Media Photography Contest, 2015
- 1st Prize, Srijan Photography Event, IIT Dhanbad, 2014
- 1st Prize, Online Photography Event, BIT Mesra, 2014, Abstract
Languages
- Hindi, Native
- English, Fluent
- Bengali, Fluent
Projects And Initiatives
- Co-founded Xavier Photographic Society, Organized exhibitions and workshops
- Coordinated International Friendship Art Festival, 2015, Photography lead and event organizer
- Freelance academic tutor, for higher secondary students
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Bengali
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Communications Officer
National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP)
03.2024 - Current
Business Development Representative
Weddings by Shutter Stories
01.2022 - 02.2024
Social Work Intern
Dr. Reddy’s Foundation
08.2017 - 09.2017
Social Work Intern
IWT Academy
06.2016 - 08.2016
Social Worker
Agricultural Consultancy and Rural Development Institute
06.2015 - 10.2018
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
IGNOU
B.A. English (Hons.) -
St. Xavier’s College
Senior Secondary & Higher Secondary -
Delhi Public School
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