Communication and Programs Associate

This role will lead our communications initiatives and support in program operations. The key responsibilities would be to ensure our identity and work is effectively communicated to both a global and local audience, and that the execution of our programs receives necessary assistance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical skills around design, detail, and management, along with cultural competence of working in a non-profit space dedicated to gender equity.

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1. 2+ years experience in the communications sector 
2. Language requirements: Fluent written and spoken Hindi and English required 
3. Comfort working primarily in virtual mode, with willingness to travel to on-site events if required
4. Work will require collaboration with US leadership so late evening time availability is required 
5. Excited to work in a startup environment 
6. Experience with gender equity initiatives preferred, particularly those related to addressing gender-based violence. An understanding of intersectional gender inequities is required.
7. Keen attention to detail, creativity, initiative, and organized work ethic highly desired 

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Social Media Management:

1. Develop and implement social media strategies to enhance engagement and visibility.
2. Create and curate high-quality content across various platforms ( LinkedIn,  Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) that aligns with the organization’s messaging and goals.
3. Monitor social media trends and analytics to assess the effectiveness of campaigns and adapt strategies accordingly.
4. Respond to comments and inquiries in a timely manner to foster community engagement.

‍Website and Newsletter Management:

1. Regularly update and maintain the organization’s website, including putting up blogs and media shared by team members.
2. Design and distribute quarterly newsletters that highlight key activities, achievements, and upcoming events, ensuring alignment with branding guidelines.
3. Manage collaboration with team members to gather content and insights for both the website and newsletters.
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Promotional Events Management:

1. Coordinate event logistics, including venue selection (or, if virtual, online platform operations), scheduling, participant registration, and material preparation.
2. Promote events through various channels, ensuring maximum attendance and engagement.
3. Evaluate event outcomes and gather feedback to inform future initiatives.

‍Building Brand Identity:

1. Actively contribute to the development and refinement of the organization’s brand identity, helping to clarify what our brand stands for.
2. Engage in creative brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas that align with our mission and resonate with our target audiences.
3. Maintain brand cohesiveness across all communication channels.

‍Managing Overall Logistics:

1. Execute logistical arrangements for both in-person and virtual events, including booking transportation and accommodations for staff and organizing online technical set-up.
2. Coordinate with Fellows and staff to schedule necessary meetings.
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Documentation Support:

1. Take detailed notes during meetings and create summaries for future reference, and capture visual media wherever appropriate.
2. Assist in preparing reports and presentations that clearly communicate program progress, or milestones to stakeholders.
3. Maintain organized records of communications, events, and program activities, ensuring easy access for team members.

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What a regular day feels like in this role

You start the day by checking the feedback received from the Associate Program Manager for an upcoming Social Media post, and accordingly edit the post to send it for a final review. It was a video post featuring a Fellow sharing their perspectives in Hindi, and the feedback was largely around translation errors in the English captioning that you included in the video. You make a note of why the translation errors occurred to ensure the same is not repeated in the future video posts. 

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A team member messages you, sending you a blog that they have just written, which you have to edit, suggest comments in consultation with the writer, and then upload on the website, as well as include its promotion somewhere in the Social Media calendar excel that you manage. You then take some time to remind the team to share more highlights with you for adding to the quarterly newsletter that is due in 3 weeks. 

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A virtual event that Parity Lab is hosting is also coming up in 4 days, so you have to upgrade the Zoom plan to ensure it includes additional features required for the hosting, along with re-sending the invite to all registered event participants. You have to make sure that the guest list is hidden when sending the calendar invite, to protect the unauthorized circulation of email ids of the guests. Next, you book flights for the team members for Parity Lab going for a field visit next month, basis the date confirmation that you just received. 

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You then get down to preparing for your evening call with the Founder and the Associate Program Manager, where you will be brainstorming a new campaign idea that you came up with. You wrap up the day with this call, which takes place at 7pm IST - your idea is well received, giving you solid next steps to now put this idea into action. 

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To apply, please email your resume, 1-2 pieces of your relevant work in communications (or portfolio), and one-page cover letter to careers@paritylab.org. In your one-page cover letter, please include what are the two ways in which Parity Lab can expand on its communication strategy, along with how one or two of your past work experiences translate well to this role, and why you are excited about this organization and role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Last date to apply is 18 October 2024, 11am IST.