External Communications Manager

You will be working at a Development Centre established by a renowned university to manage consulting, contract research, and capacity building in the fields of planning, design, management, and technology. The research centers under the organization's umbrella focus on specific areas of study and research, led by experienced professionals and experts. As part of your role, you will be responsible for various outreach and branding activities. This includes managing the organization's website with regular updates, writing and editing news pieces, supporting centers with their page additions and updates, maintaining design language on the website, uploading content to podcast libraries, and overseeing various social media platforms. You will strategize on different audiences for each center, create promotional campaigns, curate content, and analyze website and social media platform performance. Improving SEO and administering communication strategies for the centers are also key responsibilities. Additionally, you will generate monthly newsletters, ensure quality collateral designs, and organize outreach content and images effectively. To qualify for this role, you should be proficient in working with graphics and audio-visual content, have excellent MS-Office skills, and possess a positive and proactive attitude. Strong communication skills in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, integrity, confidentiality, teamwork, time management, and adaptability are essential requirements. You will have the authority to spend as needed in case of any medical emergency at the office. Your outcomes will include error-free content, high-quality outreach material, and increased brand visibility. You will be measured based on the seamless functioning of the organization's website and media channels with real-time updates, as well as interactive audience engagement across social media platforms. This is a full-time position with up to 7 LPA salary, requiring a minimum of 3 years of experience. The benefits include a 5-day work week, flexible working shifts, generous paid and annual leave policies, and an excellent work culture.,