Position:  Associate, Communication 

Organization: Room to Read

Location: Delhi

Apply: https://osv-rtr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/RoomToRead/job/India---Main---New-Delhi/Associate--Communication_R-01650

Duties & Responsibilities:

• In cooperation with Program Teams, take responsibilities and provides overall logistical coordination to facilitate and host local and international visitors/donors for all types of site visit to support Room to Read's (RtR) Programs.

• To lead development of promotional materials for publicity about RtR India program. Maximize supports of RtR’s programs by sourcing and communicating key information about children’s education issues to relevant audiences world-wide. Initiate and assist in the development of network of communications with NGOs, local media, communities, government and donors, and to be a spokesperson with local and international media about RtR’s program

• Project Site Visits for Donors (Development team) or visits by being able to accurately and confidently convey RtR’s message and educational situation in country

• Be able to speak to the history of India

• Communication and Fundraising Team needs

• Provide support team on editing first draft of donor’s project completion reports.

• Review of all in-country marketing materials before sending to Global communication teams.

• Lead development of all marketing materials within templates provided by the Global office, such as annual report and general brochures, pamphlets, newsletters and the website.

• Regularly visit projects with India Program Teams in order to keep up to date with situation in the field, discuss new ideas and learn from what is happening in the field and help the team to write anecdotes.

• Work to enhance the public image of the organization and generate supports for RtR India by developing and communicating key information about the country program to relevant audiences, domestically and world-wide.

• In cooperation with Communication Teams, lead and manage the development of Communication Plan and advocacy strategy for RtR India and implement it accordingly.

• Develop and use communication tools to train all applicable staff members on how to represent RtR and effectively communicate the organization’s mission and programs.

• Respond to specific requests for communications support from Global communication team and Asia Regional office and other audiences.

• Maintain good working relationships with key media people and help communicate all important events to Room to Read Offices

• Monitor and manage all information flow mechanisms and assist the managers in RtR India when necessary to write special reports for project evaluation or project closure.

• Attend and participate in relevant meetings, workshops with NGOs, Media groups etc. when needed.

• Develop site visit itineraries and ensure that all final itineraries are communicated to relevant people.

• Coordinate between Global offices and India offices regarding visit logistical requirements

• Coordinate with project site officials (i.e. school administration) to ensure all necessary parties are informed about the arrangements for the visit

• Host single day visits for donors and potential donors

• Provide donors with information and suggestions on hotels, restaurants, local attractions

• Write donor site visit reports

• Treks: plan, organize, implement, budget, book travel, and host 5 – 10 days trips for groups of donors and other strategic parties

• Manage and coordinate in-country travel agency for trek arrangements.

• Develop welcome pack to provide donors an overview of context of RtR work, guidelines for visits, culture, etc.

• Be a RtR spokesperson during donor

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master Degree in relevant fields (International Relations, Communication or Journalist, Marketing etc.)

• A minimum of 5-10 years of professional experience with NGOs or INGOs

• Editing and English Writing skills, especially the ability to reduce large volumes of complex information into accessible and brief communication products.

• Strong public speaking skills for training and presentations

• Good knowledge and understanding History of India particularly education issues, economic and development of the country.

• Ability to travel frequently to provinces throughout country.

• Excellent inter-personable skills

• Ability to perform multi-task

• Self-motivated, flexible and able to work without close supervision.

• Honest and trustworthy

• Strong language skill in Hindi and English (Verbal & Written)

Preferred:

• Flexible attitude towards changing priorities and ability to multi-task with an eye for detail.

• Strong initiative skill.

• Team player.

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.

Compensation:

Room to Read offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits. Benefits include thirteenth month bonus, health insurance and a retirement plan. The non-monetary compensation includes a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, and rapidly growing organization that is changing transforming the lives of millions of children in developing countries on literacy and gender equality in education.

To be successful at Room to Read, you will also: 

• Have passion for our mission and a strong desire to impact a dynamic nonprofit organization 
• Be a proactive and innovative thinker who achieves results and creates positive change
• Have a very high level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness  
• Embrace diversity and a commitment to collaboration 
• Thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment