Vladymir Francis
Chennai,TN
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in political advocacy, media engagement, and strategic communication, serving as State Social Media Coordinator and National Coordinator for the RTI Wing of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI), and also represented Indian National Congress (INC) in prime debates in Tamil Nadu news channels.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Represented Congress in Prime Time Debates
Tamilnadu Congress Committee
2024.02 - Current
- Represented the Indian National Congress in prime-time television debates on leading English news channels, effectively advocating INC’s positions on critical issues such as educational reforms, social justice, and national policy.
- Articulated compelling arguments under high-pressure media environments, engaging diverse audiences and countering opposition narratives with clarity and confidence.
National Coordinator - RTI Wing
National Students Union Of India
2021.08 - 2024.07
- Coordinated RTI activities across state units, overseeing the filing and tracking of high-impact RTI applications to address issues like exam irregularities and institutional mismanagement.
- Filed more than 15 RTIs during the tenure in compliance with the RTI Act, 2005, maintaining ethical standards and NSUI’s credibility in all initiatives.
State Social Media Coordinator
National Students Union of India
2019.03 - 2021.08
- Create and execute state-specific social media strategies aligned with NSUI’s national goals, such as promoting student welfare, advocating for educational reforms, and supporting the Indian National Congress’s ideology.
- Plan content calendars to highlight NSUI’s state-level campaigns, events, and initiatives, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission of social justice, secularism, and gender equality.
- Tailor strategies to engage students and young audiences in the state, focusing on issues like education, employment, and social equality.
Education
The Public Leadership Credential -
Harvard Kennedy School
2026-01
Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology
Loyola Institute of Technology
Chennai, Tamilnadu2017-05
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Media Communication
- Crisis Management
- Political Acumen
- Audience Engagement
- Debate and Negotiation
- Adaptability
Languages
English
Tamil
Timeline
Represented Congress in Prime Time Debates
Tamilnadu Congress Committee
2024.02 - Current
National Coordinator - RTI Wing
National Students Union Of India
2021.08 - 2024.07
State Social Media Coordinator
National Students Union of India
2019.03 - 2021.08
The Public Leadership Credential -
Harvard Kennedy School
Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology
Loyola Institute of Technology