Lead - Media Relations

Media

- Lead and strengthen organization's media engagements in consultation with the Communications Specialist and Strategic Communications Lead.

- Design and implement a strategy to draw the attention of international media outlets/journalists to organization's research.

- Work closely with the Communications Specialist, Communications Associate and partners to develop strategies to nurture deep relationships with the print and electronic media within and outside India.

- Work closely with the Strategic Communications Lead and Communications Specialist (Media) to inform and enhance organization's media strategy.

- Identify and ensure timely announcements at topical moments such as key policy announcements, topical days, sectoral developments, etc.

- Support other members of the outreach team in editing/reviewing opinion pieces and press releases, and other communication material.

- Develop interesting story/content ideas for different mediums and readers.

- Support the CEO and other senior researchers to respond to inquiries from print, electronic and digital media.

- Support the Communications Specialist to identify, secure and sustain strategic brand partnerships.

- Ensure strict adherence to organization's brand guidelines.

Additional responsibilities :

- Mentor the Communications Associate and outreach interns as and when required.

- Support other members of the outreach team in the creation and dissemination of organization's e-newsletters bi-monthly/every quarter.

- Explore emerging formats, platforms and mediums for organization to publicize its research.

Work experience and other skills :

- 3-5 years of experience

- Should have experience in extensive PR management

- Prior experience in media engagement. Strong media connections with regional, national and international media would be a plus.

- Proven track record of delivering high quality written content for different mediums.

- Prior experience in a media agency will be an advantage.

- Excellent content writing skills.

- Excellent grasp of English language.

- Excellent communication skills.

- Excellent eye for detail.

- Creative thinker with demonstrated success in implementing out-of-the-box content ideas.

- Demonstrated abilities to manage multiple priorities, projects and internal/external resources in a fast-paced environment, while meeting deadlines and quality standards.

- Strong drive and initiative, a self-starter.