Samta Arora
About Samta Arora
Samta Arora serves as the Head of Learning at Sunstone, where she focuses on content, pedagogy, and outcomes. She has extensive experience in mentorship, communications, and media, along with a strong background in strategic planning and multi-stakeholder project management.
Current Role at Sunstone
Samta Arora serves as the Head of Learning, focusing on content, pedagogy, and outcomes at Sunstone. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of educational strategies that enhance learning experiences. Her work involves hiring for various positions related to learning, content, and product development. She has been with Sunstone since 2021.
Professional Background
Samta Arora has a diverse professional background in education and communications. She worked at the Centre for Civil Society as Head of Academy from 2013 to 2019, where she contributed to educational initiatives. Prior to that, she was the Manager of Communications and Outreach at iVolunteer (VSO) from 2009 to 2013. She also held the position of Manager for the Reproductive and Child Health Initiative at a local non-profit organization (PLAN project) from 2007 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Samta Arora graduated with a Bachelor's (Hons) in History from Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Delhi University, from 2004 to 2007. Her educational background supports her expertise in navigating the intersection of learning philosophy, curriculum design, behavior science, and outcome measurement. She approaches education from a multidisciplinary perspective, integrating various fields to enhance learning outcomes.
Skills and Specializations
Samta Arora possesses strong skills in strategic planning and development, institution building, and managing multi-stakeholder projects. She has experience in partnerships and collaborations, as well as fundraising and financial management. Her expertise extends to behavior science, data analytics, and technology, which she leverages to improve educational outcomes.
Previous Experience
Before her current role at Sunstone, Samta Arora worked as the Director of Learning Impact at Harappa Education from 2019 to 2021. She has also been self-employed as a consultant and advisor for six months in 2019. Her extensive experience in various educational roles has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the learning landscape.