Position: Communications And Knowledge Associate

Organization: IACN

Location: Delhi

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Strengthen collaboration and cross-learning between IACN members

● Manage communications during the planning, execution, and follow-up of events and conferences (online/offline), including knowledge capture at the events and reporting and dissemination

● Seek out and develop opportunities for increased partner engagement and support

● Conduct membership outreach online to strengthen and seek inputs from the membership community

● Provide communications support to lACN’s three working groups and steering committee (communities of practice) in implementing their annual work plans Develop, update and oversee internal and external communications

● Support the publication of the IACN quarterly newsletter

● Oversee the newsletter designing with the external designer

● Provide communication support to grant or project proposals as relevant Manage lACN’s online platforms which include the website and social media

● Actively seek out new and creative ways to effectively reach lACN’s network members around the country

● Regularly update and maintain lACN’s website with new and engaging content, including news /announcements, new resources, events, job postings, project updates, and more

● Work with an outside website maintenance team for smooth functioning of the website.

● Build and manage lACN’s social media presence (Twitter/Instagram/Facebook)

● Maintain a communications calendar with key events and dates for social media content creation

● Monitor website and social media development, develop and analyse quarterly reports,and provide recommendations to increase online traffic and engagement.

● Identify areas of improvement in the website to make it more interactive and user friendly

QUALIFICATIONS

● 1-2 years’ experience in media relations, journalism, communications or related fields

● Familiarity with technology and online communications platforms

● Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, layout/design and communication skills (fluency in English is required)

● Ability to self-manage and work independently and effectively with a remote team of Secretariat staff

● Strong interpersonal skills

● Ability to be flexible