Job Description

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Senior Manager / Head - Government Relations & Public Relations

Location:

Hyderabad (with extensive travel across AP & Telangana)

Role Objective

To lead and manage

Government Relations and Public Relations

for Akshaya Patra Kitchens across

Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

, ensuring strong engagement with Government stakeholders, smooth coordination with Education and District Administration, policy compliance, and enhancement of the Foundation's public image and credibility.

Key Responsibilities

Government Relations & Liaison

Act as the

primary interface

with Government authorities at

State, District, and Mandal levels

.

Build and sustain effective relationships with:

MEOs (Mandal Education Officers)

DEOs (District Education Officers)

District Collectors

Education Department officials, Secretariat officers, and other bureaucrats.

Coordinate approvals, inspections, renewals, MoUs, and operational clearances related to the

Mid-Day Meal (MDM/PM-POSHAN)

program.

Support smooth onboarding of new schools, kitchen expansions, and operational scaling.

Handle Government visits to kitchens, audits, and review meetings.

Public Relations & Representation

Represent Akshaya Patra in

official meetings, reviews, public forums, and Government events

.

Coordinate

Minister, MLA, IAS, and senior bureaucrat visits

to kitchens and program sites.

Manage protocol, briefing notes, presentations, and follow-ups for high-level dignitary visits.

Support crisis communication and issue resolution involving Government or public stakeholders.

Policy, Compliance & Reporting

Track and interpret

State and Central Government policies

related to Mid-Day Meals / PM-POSHAN.

Ensure compliance with Government norms, reporting formats, and timelines.

Strategic & Leadership Responsibilities

Develop a

state-level Government Relations & PR strategy

for AP & Telangana. Anticipate risks related to policy changes, funding, or administration and propose mitigation plans. Mentor and guide junior GR/PR executives (if applicable). Strengthen Akshaya Patra's positioning as a

trusted Government partner

.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of

Government systems, bureaucracy, and education administration

. Excellent

communication, negotiation, and relationship-building

skills. High level of

diplomacy, discretion, and professionalism

. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and high-pressure situations. Strong documentation, presentation, and reporting skills. Willingness to travel extensively across districts.

Qualifications & Experience

Graduate / Post-Graduate

(Public Administration, Political Science, Social Work, Management preferred).

10-15+ years

of experience in:
Government Relations / Liaison

Public Affairs / PR

NGO / CSR / Large public-facing organizations are MUST

Prior experience working with

District Administration, Education Department, or Government programs

is mandatory.

Experience in the

AP & Telangana Government ecosystem

is highly preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Food provided Health insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund
Work Location: In person