Political Communications Specialist

As a Political Communications Specialist, your role will involve being highly networked, politically aware, and providing insights from the ground level. You will be responsible for analyzing media narratives, maintaining relationships with journalists and officials, and supporting communication strategies for political campaigns. This high-stakes role requires absolute commitment and adaptability to handle irregular work hours effectively. Key Responsibilities: - Gather regular ground-level political insights and community sentiment. - Track emerging political narratives, public perception, and issue-based trends. - Provide actionable intelligence to guide communication strategies. - Conduct regular media scans across print, digital, TV, and social platforms. - Analyze media coverage, identify risks, and prepare timely reports. - Advise on counter-narratives and opportunities to influence public discourse. - Maintain strong connections with community leaders, journalists, and officials. - Facilitate outreach and engagements with media and stakeholders. - Support in crisis communication and rapid response situations. - Assist in drafting press releases, speeches, and messaging frameworks. - Collaborate with campaign teams to align ground realities with communication goals. - Ensure consistency and accuracy across all political communication channels. Qualifications & Skills: - Fluency in spoken and written English and Kannada. - Strong understanding of the political ecosystem in Karnataka. - Well-connected within local communities, journalists, and political circles. - Proven experience in political communication, media analysis, or grassroots campaigns. - Ability to synthesize complex political developments into actionable insights. - Excellent interpersonal skills for quickly building trust. - Comfort in high-pressure environments with unpredictable schedules. - Strong research, writing, and presentation skills. Educational Background: - Masters degree in Political Science, Communications, Public Policy, or a related field. Language & Communication: - Native or near-native proficiency in Kannada and strong command of English. - Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills for crafting impactful messaging. Technical Proficiency: - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace. - Ability to prepare professional reports, presentations, and media briefs with attention to detail. Professional Competencies: - Proven ability to analyze political developments and distill actionable insights. - Adaptability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced work environment. - Strong organizational and multitasking abilities for managing competing priorities effectively. Interpersonal & Leadership Skills: - A team player with excellent collaboration and coordination skills. - High degree of patience, discretion, and political sensibility in engaging with various stakeholders. - Ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.,