Strategic Communications Associate

About the Company

IPE Global Ltd. is a multi-disciplinary development sector consulting firm offering a range of integrated, innovative and high-quality services across several sectors and practices. We offer end-to-end consulting and project implementation services in the areas of Social and Economic Empowerment, Education and Skill Development, Public Health, Nutrition, WASH, Urban and Infrastructure Development, Private Sector Development, among others.

Over the last 26 years, IPE Global has successfully implemented over 1,200 projects in more than 100 countries. The group is headquartered in New Delhi, India with five international offices in United Kingdom, Kenya, Ethiopia, Philippines and Bangladesh. We partner with multilateral, bilateral, governments, corporates and not-for-profit entities in anchoring development agenda for sustained and equitable growth. We strive to create an enabling environment for path-breaking social and policy reforms that contribute to sustainable development.

Job Description:

The Strategic Communications Associate will play a key role in strengthening the Climate Change & Sustainability (CCS) practice's visibility, positioning, and stakeholder engagement. The role involves leading the design and execution of communication and branding strategies, creating high-quality content and knowledge products, managing media and digital outreach, and supporting internal and external stakeholder communications. The Associate will also contribute to planning and executing events, campaigns, and high-level dialogues that amplify CCS's work on climate change and sustainability.

Roles and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communication & Branding (25%)

• Support the design and execution of CCS's overall communications and branding strategy.
• Ensure alignment of communication outputs with the CCS practice's strategic objectives.
• Develop key messages, positioning notes, and communication toolkits for internal and external stakeholders.

Content Development & Knowledge Products (25%)

• Draft, edit, and design high-quality content including reports, blogs, op-eds, policy briefs, case studies, newsletters, and presentations.
• Coordinate the preparation of donor/partner updates, impact stories, and knowledge products for dissemination.
• Translate technical climate and sustainability concepts into accessible and engaging narratives.

Media & Outreach (20%)

• Manage CCS's digital presence, including website, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and other relevant platforms.
• Liaise with media, prepare press releases, and support event visibility (workshops, conferences, launches).
• Identify platforms for thought leadership (journals, forums, global events) and prepare content for submissions.

Internal & Stakeholder Communication (15%)

• Support preparation of speeches, talking points, and briefing notes for senior leadership.
• Coordinate communication with strategic partners, donors, and advisory groups (e.g., HLIAG).
• Work closely with project teams to capture field experiences and success stories.

Events & Campaigns (15%)

• Assist in designing communication campaigns for global days (World Environment Day, COP events, etc.).
• Support planning and branding of CCS-led convenings, workshops, and high-level dialogues.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
• 2–3 years of relevant PR/media relations experience, preferably in development, consulting, or corporate communications.
• Familiarity with climate change, environment, or sustainability issues preferred.
• Proven track record of securing impactful media placements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (knowledge of Hindi/other regional languages will be an advantage).
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and deliver within tight deadlines.
• Prior experience in development consulting/NGOs/Government/International organizations will be an advantage.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.