Sr Program Communications Associate

Job Summary

You will work closely with WRI India s Urban Development team to lead all communications for projects focused on urban water and climate resilience. You will translate rigorous research and on-ground action into compelling narratives and digital products that demonstrate impact across Indian cities and inform key stakeholders.

What you will do

Digital Media & Storytelling (30%)

• Lead the development and execution of communication plans for projects under the Urban Climate and Water Resilience portfolio, with messaging tailored to diverse target audiences.
• Conceptualize and produce engaging digital content-including short videos, reels, infographics, explainers, and carousels-for WRI India s digital channels (WhatsApp, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube).
• Translate insights from research publications into accessible, high-impact digital narratives.
• Develop original multimedia content to highlight project milestones, outcomes, and lessons learned.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to manage the development and upkeep of digital platforms (websites, dashboards, microsites).

Editorial, Media & Knowledge Products (40%)

• Provide on-ground communication support at convenings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements, including documentation and digital amplification.
• Support project teams in drafting and editing blogs, news articles, op-eds, and other written outputs aligned with WRI India s editorial standards.
• Plan, record, and publish podcasts, webinars, reels, and other long- and short-form content, with comprehensive dissemination strategies.
• Draft press releases, media pitches, and talking points; liaise with journalists and internal colleagues to ensure accurate representation of research and expertise.
• Develop presentations, brochures, flyers, and other communication material for diverse stakeholder groups including government partners, funders, and civil society.

Event Outreach and Support (30%)

• Design and implement strategic communication plans for key events (pre-event, during, and post-event) at local, national, and global levels.
• Support end-to-end coordination and execution of on-ground convenings, working closely with program teams.
• Manage vendor relationships and backend processes related to contracting, invoicing, and payments in coordination with internal systems and teams.
• Ensure smooth logistics and timely delivery of communication outputs for events and campaigns.

What you will need

• 4-7 years of relevant experience in communications, preferably in development, climate, urban policy, or research-driven organizations.
• Proven ability to independently manage communication deliverables and timelines across multiple projects.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills in English; experience with Hindi or other Indian languages is an advantage.
• Hands-on experience with design and video-editing tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Premiere Pro, Final Cut).
• Experience working with digital analytics and engagement metrics to refine content strategies.
• Comfort working with diverse stakeholders-researchers, government partners, media, vendors, and internal teams.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.

Job Details

• Location: Mumbai
• Duration: 6 Months (Extendable based on performance and project requirements)

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