Social Media Associate – NCAER

Apply by 20th Dec 2022 

NCAER is India’s oldest and largest national, non-profit, economic research institute. Established in 1956 and led by an independent Governing Body and its Director-General, NCAER’s goal is high-quality empirical economic research that is relevant and has policy impact. NCAER undertakes independent, grant-funded research and commissioned studies for central and state governments and industry. NCAER is among the few think tanks globally that have strong field data collection capabilities for national surveys.

Qualification A university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in public policy, media and mass communications, journalism, public administration, business administration, or other related fields. An undergraduate degree combined with relevant experience will be duly considered. A combination of public policy and mass communication / media studies / journalism degree is desirable.

Experience 1-3 years of progressively relevant professional work experience, including communication management, brand building, and content writing.

Roles and Responsibilities
About the Position

Are you passionate about social media networks? Looking for an opportunity to grow creatively and professionally? Here is one for you to expand your horizons. Become the voice of National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) by managing its social media strategy.

NCAER is at the forefront of applied economic research in the country and seeks a dynamic Social Media Associate who will help leverage its knowledge in public policy research and analysis through well-articulated communication and novel outreach strategy.

The Social Media Associate will work with NCAER management and researchers to sharpen its message, manage its written and visual communications, organize conferences and events, develop its social media profile and prepare materials for fundraising activities. This requires a candidate well-versed in communication strategies, particularly in connection with communicating research and events relating to public policy.

Key roles and responsibilities

• Build NCAER’s capacity to communicate its research in the most effective way to reach and influence a diverse set of stakeholders.
• Provide assistance in drafting and producing communication products based on NCAER’s research and events.
• Provide assistance in delivering timely research communication through various mediums (audio, video, text) and via multiple channels (website, social media, direct mail etc.), in cooperation with NCAER management, relevant internal and external researchers.
• Assist in optimizing company pages within each communication channel by capturing and analyzing appropriate social media metrics and providing insights and practices to increase NCAER’s visibility.
• Provide advice and support to the Director-General and NCAER lead researchers on ways to promote public events, organize outreach initiatives, and communicate their key outcomes and highlights.
• Assist Director-General and lead researchers in developing fundraising materials.

Experience and skills

• A university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in public policy, media and mass communications, journalism, public administration, business administration, or other related fields. An undergraduate degree combined with relevant experience will be duly considered. A combination of public policy and mass communication / media studies / journalism degree is desirable.
• 1-3 years of progressively relevant professional work experience, including communication management, brand building, and content writing.
• Adequate knowledge of search engine optimization, conversion rate optimization, and social analytics tools.
• Ability to conceptualize and communicate research
• Experience with academic and policy communication.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills, with fluency in both oral and written English.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Diligence and commitment to professional development and capacity building of NCAER staff

Compensation

A competitive salary commensurate with NCAER policies and experience of the candidate.

Appointment term

The appointment is for three years, renewable based on satisfactory performance.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send the following to hr@ncaer.org by 11:59 PM on 20th December 2022 with the subject line“Application for Social Media Associate”.

A detailed CV, including the names and contact details of three references;

Applicant’s portfolio, including copies of or links to their writing samples or other supporting material; and

A cover letter showcasing how the candidate envisions fulfilling the roles and responsibilities for this post, as well as the experience and skills they bring to support it.