CURRENT OPENINGS
Communications Associate
Location: Chennai
Closing Date for applications: 15 October 2013
REACH is a Chennai-based non-profit organisation dedicated to the fight against Tuberculosis (TB). This is a full-time position based at the Chennai office. Please note that we cannot support relocation costs.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
The Communications Associate will be responsible for both internal and external communications at REACH including:
- Maintaining all websites for REACH including content management;
- Managing social media channels;
- Drafting and designing a quarterly newsletter on TB;
- Drafting and editing articles, press releases, human interest stories and other advocacy/information materials for both web- and media, as appropriate;
- Preparing background communication and promotional materials for briefings and visits of media, partners, donors and others, as required. Assisting in the planning, logistic and administrative arrangements for them;
- Drafting other communication material on TB, as required for various projects;
- Maintaining all documentation including photos, videos and reports from other staff;
- Assisting with any other relevant communications work;
- Drafting background materials on TB for journalists;
- Assisting with publicity and dissemination of all announcements including the media fellowships and media awards;
- Assisting with tracking and monitoring media reporting on TB in India.
Qualifications, Experience and competencies required:
- University degree in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies or related field;
- At least one-two years’ relevant professional work experience in communication, print and broadcast media or interactive digital media but highly motivated recent graduates are also welcome to apply;
- Knowledge of or experience in health and development journalism is desirable;
- Basic understanding of or willingness to learn about public health and tuberculosis in India;
- Fluency in written and spoken English and at least one other language (Hindi or Tamil). Ability to write/read all three languages is an asset;
- Ability to draft reports, publications and press releases clearly and concisely;
- Ability to carry out background research and compile literature reviews;
- Ability to effectively manage relationships and liaise with journalists and other media representatives;
- Knowledge of computer systems, internet navigation and various office applications, specifically interactive digital media;
- Ability to generate and manage content for websites and various social media channels;
- Experience in media monitoring and tracking an asset.
Candidates meeting the above requirements may send their application including a cover letter, an up-to-date CV and one writing sample to reach4tb@gmail.com before the closing date. Please clearly indicate the Title of the Post in the subject line of your e-mail application. Only applications of short listed candidates will be acknowledged.
You can also post your applications to:
REACH, 194, Avvai Shanmugam Salai Lane, First Floor, Off Lloyds Road, Royapettah, Chennai – 600 014