Job Description
Role Overview
The Assistant Manager – Strategic Communications will support the implementation of Bala Vikasa’s communications strategy by coordinating communication initiatives, managing editorial workflows, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality communication outputs.
Working closely with the Communications Manager, this role will help translate the organization’s narrative and brand strategy into compelling content, stories, and communication materials that strengthen Bala Vikasa’s visibility and credibility.
The Assistant Manager will coordinate with program teams, the multimedia production unit, and digital marketing teams to ensure communication initiatives are effectively executed.
Key Responsibilities
Support the implementation of Bala Vikasa’s communications strategy and annual communication plans.
Manage the organization’s communications and editorial calendars, ensuring timely execution of communication initiatives.
Coordinate communication activities across Bala Vikasa’s vertical programs to ensure alignment with institutional priorities.
Identify opportunities to document program impact and translate them into compelling stories and communication materials.
Coordinate with program teams to gather insights, information, and access required for storytelling and documentation.
Facilitate interviews with program staff, partners, and beneficiaries to capture authentic stories and narratives.
Develop and support the creation of high-quality communication content including impact stories, case studies, newsletters, and knowledge products.
Prepare communication materials for key stakeholders including donors, partners, and collaborators.
Review and edit content to ensure clarity, accuracy, strong storytelling, and alignment with Bala Vikasa’s messaging.
Ensure all communication outputs adhere to brand guidelines and maintain consistency in tone, voice, and identity.
Support media engagement efforts including preparation of press materials, media briefs, and communication responses.
Coordinate with multimedia production teams to develop visual, video, and multimedia communication assets.
Work with digital marketing teams to support the effective distribution and amplification of communication materials.
Track communication outputs and maintain records of published content, media engagement, and communication activities.
Candidate Qualification
Bachelors/Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Development Studies, or a related field.
4–7 years of professional experience in communications, content development, or public relations.
Experience working in development, social impact, or mission-driven organizations is desirable.
Demonstrated ability to manage editorial workflows and coordinate communication initiatives.
Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
Skills and Competencies
Communication planning and coordination
Editorial management
Content development and storytelling
Brand consistency and messaging alignment
Stakeholder communication
Collaboration and team coordination
Compensation:
Salary will be based on a combination of factors including your experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific job role and responsibilities.
