Open Positions – UN Global Compact Network India

Last date of application: May 07, 2022

Global Compact Network India (GCNI), the Indian Local Network of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), New York is the first Local Network globally to be established with full legal recognition. As the UNGC local arm, GCNI is a country level platform for Indian businesses, academic institutions and civil society organizations in implementing UNGC Principles and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Details available at www.unglobalcompact.org and www.globalcompact.in, Global Compact Network, India is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of caste, religion, gender, race, disability or HIV status.

1. Communication Officer 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Developing, supporting and promoting organization goals through message development, digital presence and media outreach
• Facilitating the dissemination of publications, marketing and promotional materials on UNGCNI’s website and social media handles to increase visibility
• Working closely with project and programme delivery teams to ensure consistency of approach and aligning work-plans
• Promoting our brand, assisting with social media campaigns and establishing productive relationships with key stakeholders
• Identifying target audiences and creating communication strategies to effectively engage them
• Handling Website management including maintenance and updates, analytics, and content
• Coordination with vendors, designers, external agencies to oversee the communication plans for the delivery of flagship events.
• Responding to media/ social media inquiries and maintaining a database of media coverage
• Any other duty as required by the line manager in line with the grade of the post.

 Qualifications and Experience: Essential:

• Master’s degree in communication, journalism, social sciences or related fields.
• 4-5 years of relevant experience in public relations, communications or advocacy
• Ability to communicate effectively – in writing and in person – proven knowledge of social media platforms
• A willingness to work flexibly and an aptitude for technological adaptability
• Desirable:
• Deep understanding of the social and media scenes in India at the national and local levels
• Excellent consulting, writing, editing (photo/video/text), presentation and communication skills
• Demonstrable social networking experience and social analytics tools knowledge
• Experience with Canva, Hootsuite, InDesign, Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop is a plus

2. Membership Officer

Duties and responsibilities

• To act as the first point of contact for all members and prospective members, taking enquiries via multiple communication channels, providing a high level of membership service, and updating the database accordingly
• To manage the member life-cycle i.e. renewal and payment, new member communications, member benefit administration and renewal process
• To assist in the creation and development of membership and communication material e.g. letters, new member welcome packs, newsletters, e-communications, member questionnaires and brochures
• Actively uses and shapes tools to improve Participant Engagement efficiency, and company satisfaction, including the Global Compact database, CRM software (Salesforce), tracking and reporting systems.
• Work with other departments across the organisation to maximise engagement with membership recruitment strategy
• Assist in the development of the membership recruitment and retention strategies
• Leads in the onboarding of new business participants, supporting them to be able to make most use of their participation in the UN Global Compact.
• To produce regular report on membership statistics and create MIS
• Provide administrative support to the Programme Manager-GCNI
• Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends Corporate Development
• Understanding and supporting the vision, mission and aims of UN GCNI and organise membership monthly knowledge sharing seminars / engagements
• To coordinate, liason and support the Chapters, GCNI and facilitate their activities in respective region.

Minimum requirements: Post graduate in Social Science / Management studies with bright academic record from a reputed institution with experience of 2-3 years in areas of CSR /Sustainability in corporate, foundations, industry associations, professional NGOs, B-Schools and research agencies with a proven track record of project development, research abilities, coordination, networking and implementation.

Candidate with superior language and writing skills will be preferred. Outstandingly bright fresh post-graduates with right attitude can also be considered and are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should send their resume along with 2 references and a cover letter specifying suitability for position to hr@globalcompact.in by May 07, 2022.

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Emolument: Commensurate with work experience and qualifications GCN, India is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of caste, religion, race, disability and HIV status. Qualified women are encouraged to apply