Careers

Organisation Overview: The Foundation for Responsive Governance (ResGov) is dedicated to strengthening public services by undertaking nation-building research, strengthening capabilities of communities and elected representatives and fostering dialogue for learning and sharing across government and civil society. Our team is passionate about making a difference and driving tangible progress by addressing socio-economic, geographic and climate-related vulnerabilities. At ResGov, we value creativity, collaboration, and innovation. We are a dynamic team committed to making a meaningful impact through data-driven research and grassroots-level engagement.

Position Summary: We are looking for a dynamic and creative Communication Associate to expand ResGov’s digital footprint, and drive narratives that align with our mission. This role involves developing, managing, and executing communication strategies across various digital and social media platforms. The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker, proficient in content creation, and able to manage multiple communication channels effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Social Media Management:

• Produce engaging content, including graphics, videos, and other collateral, tailored to ResGov’s social media handles namely LinkedIn and X.
• Maintain and update the social media calendar for timely and consistent content delivery.
• Develop and implement social media campaigns in collaboration with the team, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Stay current with emerging trends in digital media to strategically grow ResGov’s digital presence across LinkedIn and X.

Content Creation and Strategy:

• Collaborate with internal teams to produce a variety of outputs to increase the outreach of ResGov’s work, including blogs, newsletters, data visualisation tools, primers, media articles, testimonials etc.
• Develop content strategies that support ResGov’s broader communication goals and enhance its public presence.
• Stay current with public policy news and ResGov’s core areas, and provide ideas for content creation.

Digital Content Management:

• Update and upload content for the website, ensuring it reflects the latest organisational developments and projects.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Maintain and update the mailing list, ensuring accurate and timely communication with stakeholders.
• Draft and send out updates, newsletters, and other communication materials to stakeholders as required.

Copy Editing and Quality Assurance:

• Review and edit communication outputs to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with ResGov’s voice and messaging.

Event organisation

• Plan, coordinate, and execute organisational events such as conferences, workshops, and public outreach initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall communication strategies and objectives.
• Develop and implement event communication plans, including crafting promotional content for digital channels, targeted invitations, press releases, and post-event coverage.
• Oversee all event logistics, including venue selection, vendor liaison, budgeting, programme scheduling, and registration processes to ensure seamless execution and positive attendee experiences

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of proven experience in content creation and social media management.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and digital communication.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, X platforms.
• Previous experience in SEO is an advantage.

Salary Range: 3.6 lakhs to 4.2 lakhs per annum. Negotiable for exceptional candidates.