Job Description

SENIOR ASSOCIATE - COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Who we are and what we do WRI India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. WRI India\'s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth\'s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being. We are inspired by and associated with World Resources Institute (WRI), a global research organization. Currently over 250 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices at Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. About your role: The SeniorAssociate - Communications Coordinator will work closely with CEO of WRI and in close coordination with WRI India\'s core and program communications team, and global communications team. The role entails developing and managing communication and outreach initiatives, liaising with partners, and supervising visual elements for on ground and digital initiatives. The selected candidate will report to CEO of WRI India. The primary responsibility of this role is digital outreach through content creation that involves visuals, writing, editing, and proof-reading. It will require some on-ground event support. We would like a Communications generalist with experience in climate issues and urban development to apply for this position. How your day will unfold: Editorial - Provide writing, editing and proof-reading support. Help write blogs and proof/edit to meet WRI India\'s standards. Write press releases, newsletters, and social media content along with ideating, facilitating, and editing op-eds for external publication. Check for length, language, flow, spelling and grammar. Document on-ground activities - challenges, opportunities and impact. Manage quality control and ensure timely dissemination of emailers and newsletters. Website & Social Media - Perform quality control checks on all new and revised content for websites and social media. Work closely with WRI India communications staff to ensure news coverage is promptly and systematically shared on the organization\'s social media platforms, websites and in any newsletters, recap mailers or for external media outreach. Ability to create/supervise simple social media infographics/visuals and disseminate research data in a visually appealing format. Visual communication expertise and knowledge of photo editing software are a plus but not necessary. Facilitating webinars that involve digital planning and social media coverage in collaboration with the social media team. Contribute to web projects and manage backend updates. Coordination and Other Responsibilities - Communicating and coordinating with partners and other stakeholders. Ensuring that all WRI India content disbursed to the media is precise, factual, and legally sound. Also, ensuring WRI India\'s branding and style guides are adhered to in all outreach materials. Mapping media to specific work and pitching relevant stories in collaboration with the Media lead. Identifying key messages and packaging and pitching stories for dissemination. On-ground support for events and workshops and coordinating with local vendors. Qualifications and requirements we seek: Minimum 5-6 years of full-time experience working as:Media communicator in the social sector or an environmental organization. Excellent writing and editing skills in English. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to build and maintain productive relationships internally and externally. Capability to communicate complex ideas in well-organized, everyday language. Ability to self-manage and meet deadlines, manage multiple projects at the same time. Enthusiasm, flexibility, technical curiosity, and willingness to learn. Understanding of how websites are built and basic troubleshooting. Basic familiarity with design software (Photoshop, InDesign) is an added benefit. Location : Mumbai, India Salary and Benefits : 11,00,000 to 13,00,000 INR CTC Per Annum Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package. Duration : Term hire as 1 year extendable based on performance and project requirements. To Apply: Only Qualified applicants should apply online at . All applications must be submitted online through thiscareer portalin order to be formally considered. List of Documents to be attached: Cover Letter (outlining your interest and suitability for the position) Resume Note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants are encouraged to apply through the jobvite portal. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns and information about diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development. Learn more about WRI India\'s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). People-centric to the core: We keep our people at the centre of everything we do - from a welcoming work environment to benefits and a culture that encourages staff to stay healthy, happy, engaged, and growing. Some of the non-monetary benefits that our staff get: Health benefits: We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to Rs 8 lakhs Term Insurance: Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staff member Employee Assistance program: Promoting mental well-being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work-life balance. Health and Nutrition : Personalized diet recommendations from certified dietitians based on physical health condition and lifestyle. Flexible work schedule: Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job Learning culture : Workshops and trainings to empower staff, encourage new learning opportunities Rest and Recharge weeks: We encourage staff to take time off to rest, rejuvenate, upskill, and pursue their interests. Our leave policy: Avail personal time off at 36 per year, along with public holidays, maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves. Click here to know more about our benefits Equal employment @WRI India We believe in equal employment, it is our policy to recruit, and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to caste, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference, parental status, or disability.

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