🌐 External Relations Manager 📍 Location: Chennai (Hybrid – Office / Work from Home) 🕒 Type: Full-Time / Part-Time 📧 Apply at: admin@thefmf.org 🌐 Website: www.thefmf.org About Frontmedia Federation Frontmedia Federation is a Chennai-based nonprofit organization committed to grassroots impact through environmental advocacy, youth empowerment, civic engagement, and educational outreach. We work collaboratively with schools, corporate partners, and government agencies to lead awareness campaigns and sustainable development initiatives. Position Overview: We are seeking a strategic and relationship-focused External Relations Manager to build and maintain strong connections with partners, media, donors, government agencies, and the public. This role is critical in increasing the visibility, influence, and resource mobilization capacity of the organization. Key Responsibilities: Develop and manage relationships with external stakeholders including CSR partners, media outlets, educational institutions, NGOs, and government bodies. Represent the organization at events, conferences, and partnership meetings. Identify collaboration and partnership opportunities to enhance program reach and impact. Oversee donor engagement, including communication, updates, and reporting. Coordinate with the Communications Team for press releases, social media campaigns, and brand positioning. Support proposal development and contribute to grant applications and fundraising pitches. Maintain a stakeholder database and track all engagement activities. Act as a liaison between the organization and external consultants, media, or public platforms. Assist in organizing public events and CSR-linked outreach programs. Qualifications: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Public Relations, Development Studies, Communications, Social Work, or related fields 3–6 years of experience in external relations, partnership building, or communications (preferably in the NGO or social sector) Strong written and verbal communication skills (English essential; Tamil desirable) Experience with stakeholder management, CSR engagement, and media liaison Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and handle public-facing roles Familiarity with the nonprofit landscape, donor reporting, and CSR compliance preferred Confidence in public speaking and cross-sector communication Desirable Traits: Passion for social change, sustainability, or youth-focused initiatives Strong network in the CSR or development sector Prior experience in environmental, education, or civic campaigns Digital communication and media relations experience is a plus What We Offer: A mission-driven and collaborative team culture Opportunities to grow with high-impact programs Flexible work structure with field engagement Recognition, visibility, and networking opportunities within the sector 📩 To apply, send your resume and a brief statement of interest to admin@thefmf.org 📞 Contact: +91 74490 99666 Show more Show less
