Communications Officer - Full-time

WRI India is seeking a full-time Communications Officer in Bengaluru. The role involves developing strategic communication products for urban water and climate resilience, creating engaging digital media content, and supporting outreach efforts. Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in communications, strong English writing skills, and preferably knowledge of Kannada. The position emphasizes collaboration with the Urban Development team to enhance the impact of WRI India's initiatives.
Program Communications Associate
WRI India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. WRI's mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth's environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status


Program Overview for Sustainable Cities and Transport


Through applied research, tools, hands-on advice, and by tapping our network of global experts, we accelerate transformative urban initiatives that have the power to change Indian cities into thriving, equitable and low-carbon places that are good for people and the planet.


As India's biggest urban focused think and do tank, we seek thoughtful, enterprise-minded and sensitive individuals who can help us support this transformation and make a positive difference to citizens' everyday lives.


The Program Communications Associate will work closely with WRI India's Urban Development team. This role entails developing strategic communication products to convey the impact of WRI India's work across cities on urban water and climate resilience. The ideal candidate should have experience in creating engaging social media content and must have design and video editing skills along with excellent skills in English writing, editing, and proofing. Knowledge of Kannada is preferred.


Digital Media Content Creation (40%)


Develop communication material suited for different formats (like short video snippets, graphics, reels) for different WRI India channels – WhatsApp, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc, YouTube.Maintain and execute a social media outreach calendar.Identify opportunities to develop new content (like writing a LinkedIn article to highlight a milestone or creating an attractive post based on a new publication release).Develop a digital communication plan for project outreach, showcasing milestones and impact creation of the entire ecosystem (spotlighting external partners and champions)
Other Content Creation (30%)
Develop creative assets for events/convenings to establish a unique visual identity both online and offline.Develop content for press releases, blogs, pitches, and facilitate the writing of op-eds for external publications.
Research and Event Outreach and Support (30%)
Convert research papers into simple-to-digest products that are interesting to a larger digital audience.Prepare presentation decks/booklets and other material as needed to communicate project work impactfully.Support teams in developing reading materials (concept notes, agendas, etc.) Facilitate internal coordination and lend end-to-end communication support during on-ground convenings.
2-4 years of full-time experience working as a communication coordinator.
Experience dealing with a wide variety of stakeholders and vendors.Knowledge of urban water and climate resilience will be preferred.Excellent writing and editing skills in English and familiarity with Kannada.Capability to communicate complex ideas in simple language.Ability to meet stringent deadlines, manage multiple project deadlines.Proficiency in design software (Photoshop, InDesign, Canva, or other AV/ animation software) is preferred.
Salary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI India offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.
Duration: 6 months (extendable based on performance)
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India
WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns and information about diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.
Learn more about WRI India's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs
Term Insurance: Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staff member
Employee Assistance program: Promoting mental well-being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work-life balance
Flexible work schedule: Workshops and trainings to empower staff, encourage new learning opportunities
Our leave policy: Avail personal time off at 36 per year, along with public holidays, maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves.
We believe in equal employment, it is our policy to recruit and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to caste, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, parental status, or disability.