Communications & Public Relations (PR) Manager , New Delhi

Position: Communications & Public Relations (PR) Manager
Location: New Delhi Organisation: Pahlé India Foundation (PIF) Position Type: Full-time

About Pahlé India Foundation

Pahlé India Foundation (PIF) is a public policy think-and-action tank working at the

intersection of research, policy implementation, and partnerships to advance India’s inclusive

development agenda. PIF collaborates with government, industry, philanthropy, and

knowledge partners to design evidence-based solutions aligned with the vision of a Viksit

Bharat. For more information, visit pahleindia.org.

Role Overview

PIF is seeking a Communications & PR Manager with 6–8 years of experience to lead the

planning and execution of the Foundation’s events, conferences, launches, and roundtables,

and to build strong, lasting relationships with the media. The role will also involve raising

PIF’s visibility, communicating new research, and standardising posting schedules. It will

focus on English-language business, economy, trade, and commerce media, both national

and international, to expand the reach and visibility of PIF’s research and policy work.

This is a field-facing role. The candidate will spend a few days every week out in the field

across Delhi, meeting journalists, visiting press clubs and media houses, and representing

PIF within the media community, while also managing PIF’s events from concept to

completion. The role also involves periodic travel to Mumbai to build relationships with

business and financial media.

Key Responsibilities

Media Relations & Outreach

• Build and maintain a strong network of journalists, editors, and columnists across

English-language business, economy, trade, and commerce media, both national

and international.

• Spend a few days every week in the field meeting journalists, visiting press clubs

and media houses, and cultivating relationships with foreign correspondents

based in Delhi.

• Pitch PIF’s research, reports, and experts for news coverage, interviews, op-eds,

and expert commentary.

• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and briefing notes.

• Maintain an up-to-date media database and a record of all media interactions.

Event Planning & Management

• Conceptualise, plan, and execute PIF events, including conferences, roundtables,

report launches, panel discussions, and press conferences.

• Manage end-to-end event logistics, including venues, vendors, budgets, timelines,

invitations, guest lists, and on-ground coordination.

• Coordinate with senior government officials, industry leaders, speakers, and

partners, ensuring appropriate protocol is followed.

• Secure media presence and coverage for PIF events.

Media Monitoring & Reporting

• Track and compile media coverage of PIF, its leadership, and its work.

• Prepare regular media monitoring reports and post-event reports with outcomes

and learnings.

• Monitor news in PIF’s areas of work to identify timely opportunities for comment

and engagement.

Communications

• Draft concept notes, one-pagers, presentations, and correspondence for partners

and funders.

• Support the development of clear, polished written and visual communication

material for external audiences.

• Coordinate with the communications team to ensure consistent messaging and

branding across media and events.

• Manage PIF’s social media presence, including maintaining a standardised

posting schedule and promoting new research across platforms.

• Support leadership’s media engagements through interview preparation and

briefing material.

• Work closely with research teams to identify newsworthy insights and translate

them into media-friendly messaging.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations,

Communications, Economics, or a related discipline; a Master’s degree is

preferred.

• 6–8 years of relevant experience in media relations and events management,

preferably with a think tank, policy organisation, PR agency, business media outlet,

or corporate communications function.

• An established network of contacts in English-language business and economic

media, both national and international.

• Proven track record of managing high-profile events with senior stakeholders.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written and spoken English; proficiency in Hindi is an advantage.

• Strong relationship-building, networking, and interpersonal skills.

• Sound understanding of the Indian economy, business, trade, and policy

landscape.

• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage

multiple events under tight deadlines.

• Familiarity with media monitoring tools, MS Office, and social media platforms.

• Willingness to undertake regular field work within Delhi and periodic travel to

Mumbai.

• Professionalism, discretion, and composure when dealing with senior

stakeholders and the press.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the public profile of a leading public policy think-and-action

tank.

• Exposure to national and international media and senior policy stakeholders.

• A collaborative and mission-driven work environment.

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.

Application Procedure

Applicants can click on the ‘apply now’ link or apply via LinkedIn, enclosing a CV along with

writing samples or examples of media coverage they have secured.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation. Pahlé India

Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of

all backgrounds.