Documentation & Communication Manager

Advertisement No: NEWS/83/2024-2025

Position: Documentation & Communication Manager
Location: Kolkata & Sundarban, West Bengal
Contract Period: Initially 1 year (Extendable based on performance)
Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹65,000 per month (Depending on qualifications & experience)

About Us:

Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS) is a leading conservation NGO based in Kolkata, dedicated to protecting wildlife, ecology, and natural resources while promoting sustainable livelihoods. With over three decades of impactful work, we integrate scientific research, policy advocacy, and community engagement to develop innovative solutions for ecosystem conservation.

Essential Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Science (Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Botany, Zoology, Ecology, or related disciplines) or in Journalism, Mass Communication, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-9 years of experience in documentation, strategic communication, knowledge management, and media relations, preferably in the environment, biodiversity, or climate change sectors.
• Strong editorial, research, and analytical skills, with expertise in policy documentation, scientific report writing, and knowledge dissemination.
• Proven experience in developing strategic communication plans and engaging with government agencies, donors, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office, design software (Canva, Adobe, Photoshop), and digital content management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English & Bengali (mandatory).
• Experience in media relations, social media strategy, and SEO-based content is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Documentation & Knowledge Management

• Develop and oversee strategic documentation plans to align with NEWS’s mission and objectives.
• Lead the preparation of impact reports, policy briefs, white papers, and scientific publications.
• Maintain a well-structured knowledge repository for easy access to reports, case studies, and best practices.
• Document success stories and lessons learned to enhance project visibility.

2. Communication & Media Strategy

• Design and execute a comprehensive communication plan for NEWS’s projects and initiatives.
• Develop high-quality press releases, newsletters, blogs, and social media content to strengthen outreach.
• Engage with media, government agencies, academic institutions, and donors for visibility and advocacy.
• Optimize the organization’s website and social media for enhanced engagement and SEO.

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Advocacy

• Prepare high-impact presentations and policy papers for government departments, funding agencies, and NGOs.
• Organize and facilitate workshops, seminars, and stakeholder meetings on conservation and sustainability topics.
• Collaborate with research institutions and think tanks to strengthen NEWS’s policy engagement efforts.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting (MEAL)

• Support the MEAL team in developing standardized reporting templates and documentation protocols.
• Assist in creating donor reports, concept notes, and proposals for funding agencies.
• Ensure that documentation processes align with NEWS’s monitoring & evaluation framework.

5. Team Collaboration & Capacity Building

• Provide guidance to team members on effective documentation, data visualization, and communication techniques.
• Train field teams in community storytelling, impact documentation, and media engagement

Benefits:

✔ Gross Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹65,000 per month (Based on experience & qualifications).
✔ Provident Fund (PF): Applicable after the probationary period.
✔ Medical Insurance (Mediclaim): Eligible after one year of service.
✔ Professional Growth: Opportunities to engage in national & international policy forums.

Application Process:

Interested candidates must submit:

• Updated Resume with detailed qualifications & experience.
• Cover Letter highlighting suitability for the role.
• Two Professional References.

Email Applications to: hr@team-naturewildlife.org
Application Deadline: 30/11/2025

Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹65,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable working from Kolkata and travelling to Sundarban and field locations as required?
• How do you ensure quality and accuracy in scientific / technical documentation when working with field teams and technical experts?

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• scientific documentation: 6 years (Required)
• Communication skills: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Kolkata, West Bengal (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person