Payal Chandiramani
Leading Strategist in Global Communications, Media, and Outreach
- Role
- Senior Director, Communications at Chemonics International
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Payal Chandiramani
For the past 17 years, my professional journey has been guided by an eagerness to learn. From operations to finance to strategic communications, I have always leaned into continual growth and sought opportunities to work smarter, more effectively, and with purpose. I thrive in fast-paced environments, while still taking a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach. In my role as Senior Communications Director, I manage a dynamic, cross-functional team; lead multifaceted campaigns using traditional media and social media; and develop crisis communications strategies to mitigate harm to staff and the company\'s reputation. I harness the power of compelling narratives and data-driven insights to foster understanding of the company\'s work and enhance our brand identity.
Experience
Senior Director, Communications
Jan 2024 — Present · Washington, DC, US
Implements a multi-pronged content development strategy to showcase Chemonics\' expertise and impact across technical sectors.• Leads engagement with external media partners like Foreign Policy and reporters from top-tier publications, including the Associated Press, Bloomberg, The New York Times, and Reuters.• Manages crisis communications activities related to security and reputational incidents.
Education
The George Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, International Affairs
2003 — 2007
W. P. Carey School of Business – Arizona State University
MiniMasters, Leadership and Management
American University
Master of Arts - MA, International Development, Concentrating on Security Studies & Foreign Policy
2011 — 2013
Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
Hindi Novice Summer Language Institute
2010 — 2010
Skills
- Research
- Spanish
- Policy Analysis
- Writing
- International Relations
- Editing
- Non-Profits
- Public Speaking
- Event Planning
- Social Media
- International Development
- Nonprofits
- Community Outreach
- Volunteer Management
- Proposal Writing
- Fundraising
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