Communications Manager

About Agastya International Foundation

Agastya International Foundation is an Indian non-profit organization based in Bangalore, India whose mission is to spark curiosity, nurture creativity and build confidence among economically disadvantaged children and teachers in India. A team of scientists, educators and entrepreneurs led by Ramji Raghavan founded Agastya in 1999. Agastya runs hands-on science and art education programs in rural and peri-urban regions across 18 Indian states. It is one of the largest science education programs that caters to economically disadvantaged children and teachers in the world

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Communications
• Develop and implement communication strategies aligned with the organization's goals.
• Ensure consistent messaging and brand positioning across all communication channels.
• Support organizational campaigns, partnerships, fundraising initiatives, and key events through effective communication.
• Content Development & Storytelling
• Write and edit high-quality content including annual reports, newsletters, donor communication, website content, presentations, press releases, brochures, and marketing collateral.
• Work closely with leadership, fundraising and program teams to identify and develop compelling narratives that showcase Agastya's impact.
• Work closely with designers, photographers, videographers, and digital teams to develop visually compelling communication materials.
• Translate complex program information into engaging and accessible content for diverse audiences.
• Marketing, PR & Brand Management
• Plan and support marketing and public relations initiatives to enhance Agastya's visibility and reputation.
• Ensure all communication material reflects Agastya's brand identity and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, Public Relations, Mass Communication, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in communications, marketing or public relations
• Experience in the education or non-profit sector is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and communication planning abilities.
• Good understanding of marketing, branding, and public relations.
• Strong appreciation of design principles, visual storytelling, and brand aesthetics.
• Familiarity with design and content software like Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud etc.
• Awareness of emerging trends in communications, digital marketing, content, and audience engagement.
• Ability to provide creative direction and work effectively with design and digital teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

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