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Malavika Varma

@malavikavarma

Versatile senior communications professional with 17 years of progressive leadership across corporate, sustainability, development, and social sectors

India

Message

Proven ability to design and execute end-to-end communications strategies — spanning media relations, executive thought leadership, digital storytelling, crisis management, internal communications, brand governance, stakeholder engagement, and event management — for organisations ranging from listed conglomerates and global energy companies to multilateral bodies and large NGOs. Deep sectoral experience in renewable energy, clean technology, sustainability, education, and healthcare communications, with a strong track record of building and managing high-performing multi-location teams. Experienced in engaging bilateral and multilateral stakeholders (UNDP, USAID, WEF, IEA, WBCSD, UN Women), managing PR and digital agencies, driving measurable digital impact, and advising C-suite leaders across complex organisations. Gold Medallist — Post-Graduate Diploma in Corporate Communication; certified in Digital Marketing (MICA).

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Chief Communications Officer

Sampark Foundation

Jan 2024 - Dec 2026 (2 years 11 months)

Led the organisation's full communications function, overseeing corporate communications, PR, branding, digital outreach, internal communications, and event management. Built and managed the public profile of CEO Vineet Nayar, including LinkedIn strategy, media engagements, and book publication liaison.

Corporate Communications PR Branding Digital Outreach Internal Communications Event Management Thought Leadership Media Relations Crisis Communications Content Strategy

Lead Communications

Gensol Group

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)

Designed and deployed a unified communications framework across six business units, establishing consistent brand voice and stakeholder messaging. Drafted stock exchange disclosures, press releases, and CXO speeches for a publicly listed entity.

Corporate Communications Investor Communications Media Relations Stakeholder Engagement Digital Marketing Brand Governance

Head of Communications & Digital Outreach

SOS Children's Villages of India

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 11 months)

Led a national communications department managing PR, digital marketing, brand governance, and stakeholder engagement across all India locations. Managed PR and digital agencies, produced the Annual Report, and planned national events.

PR Digital Marketing SEO SEM SMM Brand Governance Stakeholder Engagement Event Management Content Creation Agency Management

Senior Director of Brand Solutions

Socialpanga

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)

Led brand communications and operations for the Delhi office, managing 360° communications strategies for high-retainer clients. Spearheaded viral campaigns and managed a team of 20+ across strategy, content, design, and account management.

Brand Strategy Crisis Communications Reputation Management Campaign Management Team Leadership Client Management Digital Marketing

Senior Manager of Corporate Communications

ReNew Power

Jan 2019 - Dec 2022 (3 years 11 months)

Led communications for the NASDAQ/NSE listing, coordinated international media, and generated 5 million+ organic digital impressions. Managed public affairs outreach with bilateral and multilateral bodies and ran CSR communications programmes.

Corporate Communications Media Relations Digital Strategy Social Media Internal Communications Thought Leadership Event Management ESG CSR Communications

Manager of Communication & Digital Media

Deakin University

Jan 2017 - Dec 2019 (2 years 11 months)

Conceptualised the Deakin–TimesNow Scholarship and coordinated cross-promotional activities. Designed and executed social media campaigns generating 25,000+ student leads and hosted Facebook Live leadership sessions.

Digital Marketing Social Media Lead Generation Content Development Partnership Management Event Management

Research Associate in Communication Services

The Energy & Resources Institute

Jan 2012 - Dec 2017 (5 years 11 months)

Spearheaded communications and stakeholder relationship management for the WBCSD India chapter, engaging 20+ partners. Managed online outreach for international platforms and organised technical workshops.

Stakeholder Engagement Communications Strategy Outreach Event Management Content Editing Social Media

Business Manager & Senior Knowledge Executive

IndiaSocial & Blogworks.in

Jan 2011 - Dec 2012 (1 year 11 months)

Managed social media reputation and brand communications for clients including Mahindra, One97, Essar Industries, and Times Internet. Led marketing for IndiaSocial Summit 2012 and IndiaSocial Case Challenge 2012.

Social Media Brand Communications Marketing Event Management

Assistant Manager of Corporate Communications

Euclid Infotech

Jan 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 11 months)

Led corporate communications including print and online publicity, social media marketing, SEO, crisis communications, and event promotions. Generated corporate alliances with Airtel and Aircel and collaborated with FICCI and FIEO.

Corporate Communications Social Media Marketing SEO Crisis Communications Event Promotion Alliances