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Who we are: At Roundglass, our primary goal is to make a positive impact on people's lives worldwide. We are constantly seeking individuals who share our passion for meaningful work and are driven by a sense of purpose. If you care about making a difference and want to be part of a team that values impactful work, we invite you to join us. We have established Roundglass Giving, which encompasses various social impact initiatives like the Roundglass Foundation, Roundglass Sports, and Roundglass Sustain. These initiatives are dedicated to promoting wellbeing for communities and the planet. At Roundglass Living, our mission is centered around helping individuals lead healthier and more fulfilling lives through the practice of holistic wellbeing. We achieve this by providing access to the best teachers, innovative tools for cultivating healthy habits, and scientifically backed resources. Through these offerings, we empower people to make lasting changes that enhance their overall health and wellbeing. About Roundglass Sports: Roundglass Sports offers children and youth across India access to international-standard coaching, academics and residential facilities in football, hockey and tennis in Punjab. Guided by the principles of Wholistic Wellbeing, we promote a culture of sports participation at grassroots level and empower individuals to realize their athletic potential. In 2023, our professional team, Punjab Football Club made history by being the first club to be promoted to the ISL. Learn more: http://roundglasssports.com About the role: You will be responsible for managing a wide gamut of Media and PR related matters of the Roundglass Sports. The role requires the incumbent to collaborate and liaise proactively with internal stakeholders and external stakeholders like local or national media, sports regulatory bodies like AIFF, AFC etc., and other agencies. The purpose of the role is to positively promote the image of the Club, through a host of communication / media related tools. This role is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic professional to accelerate the growth and development of a fast-paced, multi-faceted, niche sports organization, and become an integral part of our journey of wholistic wellbeing to develop self, society, community and nation! What you’ll do: Develop and implement a comprehensive PR strategy to enhance the visibility and reputation of Roundglass Sports and Punjab FC across all media platforms. Devise and deliver media and public relations plans to support the strategic and operational objectives of PFC and other RG Sports units in alignment with corporate guidelines of Roundglass. • Oversee, draft, distribute and follow-up press releases and briefings to the media. Assess and identify potential promotional PR opportunities for the Company (Club). Act as spokesperson for the Club and assist in Company (Club) Press relations, including assistance in the management of media obligations for players, staff and other key stakeholders Assist with drafting Company (Club) statements and communications with approval from the management and being on call during required times to deal with fast developing situations in the media spotlight Ensure the Company (Club) is promoted to the public and news and opportunities pertaining to the Club are being distributed to relevant stakeholders through appropriate channels. Manage pre-match and post-match media activities, including organizing press conferences, facilitating player and coach interactions and ensuring smooth execution of media protocols. Coordinate and schedule interviews with players, coaches, and management, while providing them with relevant talking points to ensure consistent and effective messaging. Prepare and manage the media box on matchdays and travel with the team to ensure smooth execution of PR duties and media logistics. Liaise with leagues and federations to address PR related requests, ensure compliance with official protocols, and maintain strong institutional relationships Evaluate and track media coverage of the Club to ensure its alignment with the Company’s vision, mission and objectives Support marketing and commercial initiatives by crafting PR driven storytelling and media content that aligns with brand campaigns and objectives. Skills & Qualifications: Relevant education in Journalism / Mass Communication / Marketing Communication or a related field Must have at least 5 years of relevant journalistic and reporting experience in the sports domain; work experience related to Football sport ecosystem required Proficient in managing budgets and driving sports Media and PR interventions Excellent written and spoken English Good interpersonal skills Ability to cope well under pressure and be able to meet deadlines Creative, persuasive, resilient and able to handle criticism Integrity and professional credibility to process and manage sensitive information Why Roundglass: Roundglass was built on the vision that wellbeing should be at the very center of our life journey. We are reimagining how the world experiences wellbeing and how companies (like our own) support the wellbeing of their people. We’re a group of talented, socially conscious, gritty, innovators using technology and human energy to create a vibrant wellness ecosystem. Together, we’ve built an amazing community, and we are always looking for people who share our passion. To learn more, visit our Website, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Roundglass does not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We rely on legitimate interest as a legal basis for processing personal information under the GDPR for purposes of recruitment and applications for employment. Show more Show less
