Manager – Communications & Thought Leadership, Bangalore

Role: Manager – Communications & Thought Leadership, Bangalore
Experience: 4 to 7 years
Salary: 13 - 15 LPA

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Role Overview:

This role focuses on creating effective communication and engagement initiatives to attract and retain donors, build the organization's reputation, and promote its impact among key stakeholders. As a central figure in a growing, ambitious organization, you will lead strategic communication efforts that contribute to donor acquisition, donor retention, thought leadership, ecosystem influence, and brand credibility.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Communications & Visibility

• Develop and execute the organization's annual communications strategy.
• Build visibility plans for core sectors including Climate Tech, Agriculture, Livelihoods, Health, Water, and Waste.
• Create communication campaigns that support fundraising and organizational priorities.

Fundraising & Donor Communications

• Support fundraising and donor renewal efforts.
• Develop donor-facing communication assets including case studies, impact reports, newsletters, and event collateral.
• Support communication requirements for proposals and donor engagement.

Thought Leadership & Knowledge Positioning

• Develop and manage an annual thought leadership calendar.
• Support leadership in producing blogs, articles, LinkedIn content, and conference material.

Content & Storytelling

• Create compelling stories showcasing entrepreneurs, communities, government partnerships, and donor-supported impact.
• Develop case studies, field stories, and deployment journeys.

Media Relations & Public Visibility

• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and sector publications.
• Secure earned media opportunities and support leadership visibility.

Digital Presence & Website Management

• Own website content and optimization.
• Drive SEO initiatives and website improvements.
• Monitor website analytics and recommend enhancements.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 6–10 years of experience in communications, PR, content strategy, brand management, or development communications.
• Strong writing and storytelling capability.
• Proven experience developing communication strategies and campaigns.
• Experience managing external agencies, designers, and freelancers.
• Solid understanding of SEO, website management, and digital marketing.
• Preferred: Experience in CSR, philanthropy, social enterprise, sustainability, or the development sector.

Key Deliverables

• Lead communication efforts to strengthen donor engagement, support fundraising, build organizational visibility, and position the organization as a leading voice on innovation-led development.
• Translate program learning into high-quality knowledge products.

Hiring Process:

Step 1: Telephonic conversation
Step 2: Assignment
Step 3: Culture fit interview with COO
Step 4: Interview with CGO

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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is reposted on June 30th, 2026 on Ground Zero

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