Communications Associate - Content and Editing in New Delhi | Climate Policy Initiative

Climate Policy Initiative

Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) is a research and advisory organisation that works on finance and policy. It helps governments, businesses and banks grow the economy while tackling climate change. With teams in seven offices around the world, including a strong presence in developing countries, CPI tracks where money for sustainable projects is going and supports ideas that can lead to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy that works for everyone. CPI also works to remove unfair barriers inside the organisation and in the communities it serves. This role sits within CPI India's communications team, which shares CPI's research with investors, policymakers and the public.

Role

As Communications Associate - Content and Editing, you will help turn CPI India's research on economics, finance and policy into clear, useful writing that investors and policymakers can act on. You will shape reports, briefs, op-eds and social media content so they speak to the right people at the right time. You will report to the India Communications lead and work closely with programme teams in India, the global communications team, partner NGOs (non-governmental organisations) and the media.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out outreach communications plans that reach the intended audience and track results through KPIs (key performance indicators).
• Guide content from idea to publication, including storyboards, key messages, structure and editing of research reports, presentations, op-eds, social media campaigns and other writing.
• Check that all content follows CPI's style guide, brand and citation standards.
• Build and update a set of talking points that sums up CPI India's work and responds to current issues in climate finance and policy.
• Support internal communications that bring the team together and strengthen a positive, encouraging culture.
• Manage content tags and keywords so web content is easy to find through search.
• Lead or support media relations from time to time, including finding the right outlets and placing stories in leading business, finance and energy media.
• Manage the editorial calendar and keep colleagues updated so every piece is delivered on time.

Requirements

• A postgraduate degree in mass communications, public relations or marketing with at least 4 years of experience after the degree, or a graduate degree with at least 6 years of experience.
• Experience in content development, editing, copywriting, media outreach and public relations, with experience in financial or business media as a plus.
• A proven ability to turn technical writing by researchers into clear, engaging copy for long reports, short policy briefs, blogs, op-eds and social media, shown through a professional portfolio.
• Excellent English writing and editing skills, with knowledge of AP (Associated Press) Style as a plus.
• Experience planning, running and reviewing social media and online campaigns using tools such as WordPress, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Mailchimp, Hootsuite or similar, along with strong skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong planning and project management skills, with the ability to handle input from many colleagues and work calmly under tight deadlines.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Delhi NCR (National Capital Region) for this hybrid role.

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time position with a competitive pay and benefits package based on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangement in Delhi NCR.
• Work alongside programme teams in India and a global communications team across seven offices.
• An inclusive workplace that values openness, fairness in hiring and professional growth, with support offered for any access needs during recruitment.

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