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Campaign Associate Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran 0 - 31 years INR 0.25 - 0.35 Lacs P.A. Remote Full Time

Designation: Campaign Associate Tenure: June to November, Till Bihar Assembly elections Minimum Requirements ● Must be a resident of Bihar or in case not a resident of Bihar, must be ready to relocate immediately ● Must be ready to travel extensively in the Assembly constituency (or constituencies) assigned in Bihar ● Must possess an undergraduate degree ● Must have a laptop and smartphone ● Must have a personal vehicle (Two-wheeler) ● Must be proficient in reading, writing, typing and speaking Hindi and English ● Must have no connection with political parties or political leaders ● Must be ready for a contractual job In addition to this, the candidate would also be required to: ● Have knowledge of Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google forms. ● To monitor on-ground political campaigns and prepare comprehensive reports ● To assist in the coordination for execution of various on-ground political campaigns ● Must have a strong bias for action and ability to deal with ambiguity ● The job requires late-evening and weekend work as well as extensive travel Location - Arwal Begusarai Darbhanga East Champaran Gaya Gopalganj Katihar Madhubani Nawada Saharsa Samastipur Saran Supaul Vaishali West Champaran

Campaign Associate Arwal 0 - 31 years INR 0.25 - 0.35 Lacs P.A. Remote Full Time

Designation: Campaign Associate Tenure: June to November, Till Bihar Assembly elections Minimum Requirements ● Must be a resident of Bihar or in case not a resident of Bihar, must be ready to relocate immediately ● Must be ready to travel extensively in the Assembly constituency (or constituencies) assigned in Bihar ● Must possess an undergraduate degree ● Must have a laptop and smartphone ● Must have a personal vehicle (Two-wheeler) ● Must be proficient in reading, writing, typing and speaking Hindi and English ● Must have no connection with political parties or political leaders ● Must be ready for a contractual job In addition to this, the candidate would also be required to: ● Have knowledge of Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google forms. ● To monitor on-ground political campaigns and prepare comprehensive reports ● To assist in the coordination for execution of various on-ground political campaigns ● Must have a strong bias for action and ability to deal with ambiguity ● The job requires late-evening and weekend work as well as extensive travel Location - Arwal , Begusarai , Darbhanga ,East Champaran , Gaya , Gopalganj, Katihar, Madhubani, Nawada, Saharsa, Samastipur, Saran, Supaul, Vaishali, West Champaran

Field Poltical Analyst Guwahati 0 - 31 years INR 0.25 - 0.35 Lacs P.A. Remote Full Time

Political Analysts (PAs) are part of project teams in the election campaigns and work with the Many Stakeholder and campaign strategies for the client (political party). PAs are responsible for managing the ground team reporting to them, macro-level strategy at the state and zone level and designing and executing campaigns -Manage and lead a team of Field Associates under them, checking their compliance with day-to-day work and the quality of their output. -Frequent ground visits to collect ground intelligence as per the requirement .- Lead generation and hiring of the ground network (FAs and volunteer network) -Reporting current political situation and designing strategies for the client Desired Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (Candidate with internship experience would be an advantage) ● Basic Microsoft Word documentation and Microsoft Excel skills ● Fluency in Karbi and a basic understanding of English & Hindi ● Local to the Karbi Anglong region who has a good knowledge of the culture, demographics, and political dynamics of the local region ● Good networking skills are a must. Should be dynamic and flexible in terms of his/her outlook towards work ● Must possess a computer/laptop, smartphone and a bike

Office Admin Guwahati 0 - 31 years INR 4.2 - 5.4 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Roles and Responsibilities: 1. General Administration & Facility Management 2. Real Estate Solution & Project Management - Setting up of new offices / shifting of existing offices, office space sourcing, negotiations, liaison with landlord, interior / fit out work, agreement execution/renewal, renovation and refurbishment within given time frame and budget, procurement of assets and leased line, broadband, telephone connections etc. 3. Vendor Management & Development 4. Travel Desk - PAN India flight, hotels and cab booking 5. Liaison & Compliances 6. Budgeting 7. Guest House setup and Management This position requires extensive travelling and longer stays at project sites. The person should be comfortable with a 6 days working role. Note - A candidate should be local from Guwahati, must be aware of the local language. Open for Extensive travelling.

Field Poltical Analyst Sarupathar, West Karbi Anglong 0 - 31 years INR 3.0 - 4.2 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Political Analysts (PAs) are part of project teams in the election campaigns and work with the Many Stakeholder and campaign strategies for the client (political party). PAs are responsible for managing the ground team reporting to them, macro-level strategy at the state and zone level and designing and executing campaigns -Manage and lead a team of Field Associates under them, checking their compliance with day-to-day work and the quality of their output. -Frequent ground visits to collect ground intelligence as per the requirement .- Lead generation and hiring of the ground network (FAs and volunteer network) -Reporting current political situation and designing strategies for the client Desired Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (Candidate with internship experience would be an advantage) ● Basic Microsoft Word documentation and Microsoft Excel skills ● Local to the BTR region who has a good knowledge of the culture, demographics, and political dynamics of the local region ● Fluency in Bodo and a basic understanding of English & Hindi OR ● Fluency in Karbi and a basic understanding of English & Hindi ● Local to the Karbi Anglong region who has a good knowledge of the culture, demographics, and political dynamics of the local region ● Good networking skills are a must. Should be dynamic and flexible in terms of his/her outlook towards work ● Must possess a computer/laptop, smartphone and a bike

Office Administrator Guwahati 0 - 31 years INR 3.0 - 5.4 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Roles and Responsibilities: 1. General Administration & Facility Management 2. Real Estate Solution & Project Management - Setting up of new offices / shifting of existing offices, office space sourcing, negotiations, liaison with landlord, interior / fit out work, agreement execution/renewal, renovation and refurbishment within given time frame and budget, procurement of assets and leased line, broadband, telephone connections etc. 3. Vendor Management & Development 4. Travel Desk - PAN India flight, hotels and cab booking 5. Liaison & Compliances 6. Budgeting 7. Guest House setup and Management This position requires extensive travelling and longer stays at project sites. The person should be comfortable with a 6 days working role. Note - A candidate should be local from Guwahati, must be aware of the local language. Open for Extensive travelling. Role- Office Admin Industry-Consulting Work from Office Opportunity. Contract till April 2026.

Social Media Manager Kolkata/Calcutta 0 - 31 years INR 4.2 - 7.2 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Communication Generalist Responsibilities: ● Develop strategic and interesting storytelling messaging on narratives related to political domain and election campaigns ● Strategize and execute a digital advertising plan, in line with the business strategy in coordination with the Digital advertising team ● People Management: Identify, recruit and manage an effective and passionate team of high caliber individuals in order to effectively achieve business objectives ● Supervise and guide the content creators on both narrative and content review across different platforms - Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Sharechat, Moj, Telegram and Koo ● Landscape assessment and competitor analysis, along with monitoring ● Support the development of advertising material across multiple platforms in line with brand ● Assistance in planning, execution and tracking of new trends in the similar space Must Have: ● Good understanding of Indian politics, history and current affairs ● Good understanding of both written & spoken Hindi & English, Bengali. ● 4-10 years of professional in a media organization ● Digital media native who understands how to effectively communicate on social media platforms ● A demonstrated ability to synthesize complex concepts, formulate a clear point of view, and write concise and compelling narratives. ● Strong project management skills and experience, including managing internal stakeholders and external agencies, and multiple campaigns and projects at once ● Must be comfortable in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and able to manage priorities well ● Willingness to roll up one's sleeves and get work done, even when it is outside the scope of the job. ● An agile, flexible individual with a can-do approach to managing ambiguity and a highly iterative creative process Contractual Role – April 2026

Social Media Manager Guwahati 0 - 31 years INR 4.2 - 7.2 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Manager Communication Responsibilities: ● Develop strategic and interesting storytelling messaging on narratives related to political domain and election campaigns ● Strategize and execute a digital advertising plan, in line with the business strategy in coordination with the Digital advertising team ● People Management: Identify, recruit and manage an effective and passionate team of high-caliber individuals in order to effectively achieve business objectives ● Supervise and guide the content creators on both narrative and content review across different platforms - Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Sharechat, Moj, Telegram and Koo ● Landscape assessment and competitor analysis, along with monitoring ● Support the development of advertising material across multiple platforms in line with brand ● Assistance in planning, execution and tracking of new trends in the similar space Must Have: ● Good understanding of Indian politics, history and current affairs ● Good understanding of both written & spoken Hindi & English, Assamese. ● 4-10 years of professional in a media organization ● Digital media native who understands how to effectively communicate on social media platforms ● A demonstrated ability to synthesize complex concepts, formulate a clear point of view, and write concise and compelling narratives. ● Strong project management skills and experience, including managing internal stakeholders and external agencies, and multiple campaigns and projects at once ● Must be comfortable in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and able to manage priorities well ● Willingness to roll up one's sleeves and get work done, even when it is outside the scope of the job. ● An agile, flexible individual with a can-do approach to managing ambiguity and a highly iterative creative process.

Political Consultant (Associate/Senior Associate) Guwahati 1 - 31 years INR 5.4 - 7.8 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

About The Role : - Associates / Senior Associates / Managers are part of project teams in the campaigns and work with the Organization team and client team members to develop political and campaign strategy for the client (political party). They plan and manage end-to-end execution of campaign strategies, coordinate with campaign teams, and manage stakeholder engagements. - During campaigns, teams interact closely with political leaders and organizers at the constituency, district, state and national level. While this is an interesting proposition and comes with enormous exposure, it also raises expectations on maintenance of confidentiality, display of exemplary client management skills and most importantly, on performance. Teams provide insights to the internal stakeholders into the progress and effectiveness of the campaigns thorough continuous reporting and analysis. Position Requirements : - The position would involve work in Guwahati / Sikkim/ Tripura / Arunachal Pradesh and selected individuals will be expected to work in specific north eastern states and interact with multiple stakeholders. - The role requires intelligent, passionate, and self-driven professionals with a clear understanding of working in the consulting industry. The candidate should possess excellent problem solving, team leadership, client leadership, thought leadership and communications skills and should be able to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment. In addition to this, the candidate would also be required to: 1. Contribute ideas and strategies towards the roll-out of campaign initiatives 2. Possess the ability to project-manage campaign initiatives end-to-end 3. Undertake research and present findings towards formulating on-ground initiatives 4. Possess high-quality problem solving, analytical skills and the ability to propose practical solutions for issues 5. Have a strong bias for action and ability to deal with ambiguity. Desired Qualification and Experience: 1. Minimum degree from a Tier 1 academic institution 2. Political consulting or similar experience is an added advantage 3. Willingness to work, stay and travel in Guwahati / Sikkim/ Tripura / Arunachal Pradesh 4. Candidates with some background from north eastern states will be preferred 5. Context and understanding of Guwahati region culture, geography, and political landscape will be a plus. P.S : This is a contractual role till April 2026 can be extended on the basis of Performance.

Video Editor Guwahati 0 - 31 years INR 4.2 - 6.0 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Job Description Position: Video Editor (Guwahati) Position Requirements: - Create video content with the help of original and repurposed footage. - Take a brief to grasp teams needs and specifications - Develop and review script and raw material for videos - Trim footage segments and put together the sequence - Input music, dialogues, graphics and effects - Create rough and final cuts - Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running - Consult with stakeholders from various teams - Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry's best practices to maximize efficiency Competencies: - Proven work experience as a video editor - Solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages (e.g. Premiere, After Effects and Final Cut) - Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio - Familiarity with special effects, animation, 3D and compositing - Creative mind and storytelling skills - Proficiency in Assamese & Hindi is highly desirable Desired Experience : 4+ years Editing Machine/ Desktop is mandatory.

Content Writer Guwahati 0 - 31 years INR 4.2 - 6.0 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Job description Position Requirements : - Understand, compile and articulate political ideas and objectives and philosophy into public messaging customized for the topic, speaker, and intended audience. - Understand a diverse range of inputs and effectively integrate them in a coherent manner - Conceptualize and articulate politically relevant thematic ideas and statements for key players - Candidate should have strong command over Assamese language and should be able to create ideas, provide content and direction to Art Directors and Video Editors. - While this is an interesting proposition and comes with enormous exposure, it also raises expectations on maintenance of confidentiality, display of exemplary client management skills and most importantly, on performance. - The job will require long working hours and weekend work. - The role requires intelligent, passionate, and self-driven professionals with a clear understanding of Indian politics. The candidate should possess excellent communication and language skills, teamwork, thought leadership and should be able to deliver effectively in a fast-paced, highly dynamic work environment. In addition to this : - The candidate should be well versed in Assamese & English with good understanding of grammar and styles -Would be preferable if the candidate is capable of performing voiceovers. - The candidate should be able to work on short deadlines and be able to collaborate with various internal team members - Minimum graduate with previous experience of at least 3-8 years in content creation with an advertising agency (ATL/digital) or a brand, preferably regional brand - Advanced knowledge of other Indian regional languages will be an added advantage - Should have created content for posts/ads/banners for social media in previous role Contractual Role – April 2026 Note- Candidates need to work on their own laptop after they get selected by the company.

Graphic Designer Guwahati 0 - 31 years INR 4.2 - 6.0 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Job Description Graphic Designer Candidates should be able to consistently create impactful communication collaterals across various mediums. Candidates will be expected to design creative in unison with copywriters in a fast paced work environment. Required Skillset: - Should have created posts/ads/banners for social media in previous role. - 3+ years of work experience in art/design vertical with an advertising agency (ATL/digital) or brand/start-up. - Ability to translate a brief into fine crafted communication collateral - Candidates with proficiency in multiple languages will be preferred - Candidate must have proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Corel Draw - A keen eye for aesthetics and details - Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines - Solid knowledge of design and visual principles - Great multitasking skills and ability to work under pressure - Proficiency in Assamese & Hindi is highly desirable P.S. This is a contractual role till April 2026.

Communication Manager Kolkata/Calcutta 1 - 31 years INR 7.2 - 9.6 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Manager Communication Responsibilities: ● Develop strategic and interesting storytelling messaging on narratives related to political domain and election campaigns ● Strategize and execute a digital advertising plan, in line with the business strategy in coordination with the Digital advertising team ● People Management: Identify, recruit and manage an effective and passionate team of high-caliber individuals in order to effectively achieve business objectives ● Supervise and guide the content creators on both narrative and content review across different platforms - Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Sharechat, Moj, Telegram and Koo ● Landscape assessment and competitor analysis, along with monitoring ● Support the development of advertising material across multiple platforms in line with brand ● Assistance in planning, execution and tracking of new trends in the similar space Must Have: ● Good understanding of Indian politics, history and current affairs ● Good understanding of both written & spoken Hindi & English, Assamese. ● 4-10 years of professional in a media organization ● Digital media native who understands how to effectively communicate on social media platforms ● A demonstrated ability to synthesize complex concepts, formulate a clear point of view, and write concise and compelling narratives. ● Strong project management skills and experience, including managing internal stakeholders and external agencies, and multiple campaigns and projects at once ● Must be comfortable in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and able to manage priorities well ● Willingness to roll up one's sleeves and get work done, even when it is outside the scope of the job. ● An agile, flexible individual with a can-do approach to managing ambiguity and a highly iterative creative process.

Political Consultant (Associate/Senior Associate) Kolkata/Calcutta 0 - 31 years INR 5.4 - 7.8 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

About The Role : - Associates/Senior Associates are part of project teams in the campaigns and work with the Organization team and client team members to develop political and campaign strategy for the client (political party). They plan and manage end-to-end execution of campaign strategies, coordinate with campaign teams, and manage stakeholder engagements. - During campaigns, teams interact closely with political leaders and organizers at the constituency, district, state and national level. - While this is an interesting proposition and comes with enormous exposure, it also raises expectations on maintenance of confidentiality, display of exemplary client management skills and most importantly, on performance. - Teams provide insights to the internal stakeholders into the progress and effectiveness of the campaigns thoroughly continuous reporting and analysis. The job often requires evening and weekend work as well as extensive travel. Position Requirements : - The position would involve work in West Bengal and selected individuals will be expected to travel across the state and interact with multiple stakeholders. - The role requires intelligent, passionate, and self-driven professionals with a clear understanding of working in the consulting industry. - The candidate should possess excellent problem solving, team leadership, client leadership, thought leadership and communications skills and should be able to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment. In addition to this, the candidate would also be required to : 1. Contribute ideas and strategies towards the roll-out of campaign initiatives 2. Possess the ability to project-manage campaign initiatives end-to-end 3. Undertake research and present findings towards formulating on-ground initiatives 4. Possess high-quality problem solving, analytical skills and the ability to propose practical solutions for issues 5. Have a strong bias for action and ability to deal with ambiguity Desired Qualification & Experience : 1. Minimum degree from a Tier 1 / Tier 2 academic institutions 2. 0-3 years of experience in Political consulting or similar experience is an added advantage. 3. Willingness to work, stay and travel in West Bengal 4. Context and understanding of West Bengal's culture, geography, and political landscape will be a plus 5. Proficiency in written and spoken Bengali P.S. This is a contractual role till April 2026 and extendable on performance basis

Media Analyst Patna 0 - 31 years INR 3.6 - 4.2 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Role Overview: The role involves tracking media coverage, coordinating with the Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC) and Influencer content review. Key Responsibilities: ● Track and monitor media content (print, electronic, and digital) for campaign-related mentions and advertisements. ● Coordination with client stakeholders for filing and procuring MCMC approvals and maintaining daily reports and data logs for MCMC submissions and internal records. ○ Coordinate directly with MCMC officials for timely approvals, clarifications, and compliance checks. ● Travel on bike to deliver/collect documents, coordinate with field teams, and ensure deadlines are met. Requirements: ● Minimum graduate degree; background in media, communications, or political science preferred. ● Good communication skills in Hindi and English. ● Ability to ride a two-wheeler with a valid driving license. ● Prior election campaign/media monitoring experience is an advantage. Location: Patna based who is well versed in regional dialects of Bihar

Research Associate kolkata/calcutta 0 - 31 years INR 4.2 - 6.0 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

- Associates/Senior Associates are part of project teams in the campaigns and work with the Organization team and client team members to develop political and campaign strategy for the client (political party). They plan and manage end-to-end execution of campaign strategies, coordinate with campaign teams, and manage stakeholder engagements. - During campaigns, teams interact closely with political leaders and organizers at the constituency, district, state and national level. - While this is an interesting proposition and comes with enormous exposure, it also raises expectations on maintenance of confidentiality, display of exemplary client management skills and most importantly, on performance. - Teams provide insights to the internal stakeholders into the progress and effectiveness of the campaigns thoroughly continuous reporting and analysis. The job often requires evening and weekend work as well as extensive travel. Position Requirements : - The position would involve work in West Bengal and selected individuals will be expected to travel across the state and interact with multiple stakeholders. - The role requires intelligent, passionate, and self-driven professionals with a clear understanding of working in the consulting industry. - The candidate should possess excellent problem solving, team leadership, client leadership, thought leadership and communications skills and should be able to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment. In addition to this, the candidate would also be required to : 1. Contribute ideas and strategies towards the roll-out of campaign initiatives 2. Possess the ability to project-manage campaign initiatives end-to-end 3. Undertake research and present findings towards formulating on-ground initiatives 4. Possess high-quality problem solving, analytical skills and the ability to propose practical solutions for issues 5. Have a strong bias for action and ability to deal with ambiguity Desired Qualification & Experience : 1. Minimum degree from a Tier 1 / Tier 2 academic institutions 2. 0-3 years of experience in Political consulting or similar experience is an added advantage. 3. Willingness to work, stay and travel in West Bengal 4. Context and understanding of West Bengal's culture, geography, and political landscape will be a plus 5. Proficiency in written and spoken Bengali 6.Minimum 60% Mark in 10th and 12th Examination

Content Writer kolkata/calcutta 0 - 31 years INR 4.2 - 6.0 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Position Requirements: ● Understand, compile and articulate political ideas and objectives and philosophy into public messaging customized for the topic, speaker, and intended audience. Understand a diverse range of inputs and effectively integrate them in a coherent manner. ● Conceptualize and articulate politically relevant thematic ideas and statements for key players. ● Candidates should have strong command over Hindi language and should be able to create ideas, provide content and direction to Art Directors and Video Editors. ● While this is an interesting proposition and comes with enormous exposure, it also raises expectations on maintenance of confidentiality, display of exemplary client management skills and most importantly, on performance. ● Work on Research docs, help with translations and other ad hoc work as well ● The job will require long working hours and weekend work. ● The role requires intelligent, passionate, and self-driven professionals with a clear understanding of Indian politics. The candidate should possess excellent communication and language skills, teamwork, thought leadership and should be able to deliver effectively in a fast-paced, highly dynamic work environment. In addition to this: ● The candidate should be well versed in Bengali with good understanding of grammar and styles. ● The candidate should be able to work on short deadlines and be able to collaborate with various internal team members. ● Minimum undergraduate with previous experience of 4+ years as a content writer, journalist, or in a similar role, with a portfolio demonstrating political or public affairs writing. ● Advanced knowledge of other Indian regional languages will be an added advantage. ● Should have created content for posts/ads/banners for social media in a previous role. P.S: This is a contractual role till June 2026.

Video Editor kolkata/calcutta 1 - 31 years INR 5.4 - 7.8 Lacs P.A. On-site Full Time

Video Editor- Bengali Job description Position Requirements: ∙ Candidate should be able to consistently create impactful communication collaterals across various mediums. ∙ Candidate will be expected to design creative in unison with copywriters in a fast paced work environment. ∙ Create video content with the help of original and repurposed footage. ∙ Take a brief to grasp teams needs and specifications ∙ Develop and review script and raw material for videos ∙ Trim footage segments and put together the sequence ∙ Input music, dialogues, graphics and effects ∙ Create rough and final cuts ∙ Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running ∙ Consult with stakeholders from various teams ∙ Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry's best practices to maximize efficiency Competencies: ∙ 1-4 years of work experience in art/design vertical with an advertising agency (ATL/digital) or brand/start-up ∙ Should have created posts/ads/banners for social media in previous role ∙ Ability to translate a brief into fine crafted communication collateral ∙ Proficiency in Bengali,Hindi,English is highly desirable ∙ Candidate must have proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and CorelDraw, digital technology and editing software packages (e.g. Premiere, After Effects and Final Cut) ∙ Familiarity with special effects, animation, 3D and compositing ∙ A keen eye for aesthetics and details ∙ Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines ∙ Solid knowledge of design and visual principles ∙ Great multitasking skills and ability to work under pressure ∙ Creative mind and storytelling skills Editing Machine/ Desktop is mandatory P.S This is a contractual role till April 2026.