Strategic Communications Lead for Research and Policy

KONEKSI – Australia-Indonesia Knowledge Partnership Platform; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 600,000,000 - 900,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cowater International's Knowledge Partnership Programme (KONEKSI) seeks a Head of Strategic Communication and Public Discourse to lead the development and execution of its communications strategy, elevating research impact and policy engagement across Indonesia and Australia.

You will counsel partners, coordinate with government, universities, and industry, and oversee media relations, digital content, and events to amplify knowledge-based solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in strategic communications, communications, public relations, journalism, international relations, or another relevant discipline.
• Bachelor's degree with substantial relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a master's degree.
• Experience in strategic communications, media relations, stakeholder engagement, or related field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the program Communications Strategy and Branding.
• Provide high-level strategic communications advice to leadership and partners.
• Build relationships with government institutions, universities, industry, media, and partner organisations to identify joint communications opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to promote KONEKSI-supported research, knowledge sharing, and policy engagement.
• Oversee multi-channel communications outputs across print, digital, and multimedia.
• Coordinate website and social media content to ensure timely, accurate, and engaging communications.

Skills

Strategic communications

Public relations

Media relations

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Project management

Digital communications

Content management

MS Office

Education

Master's degree in strategic communications

Bachelor's degree with relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Content management systems

Digital platforms

Job description

Cowater International's Knowledge Partnership Programme (KONEKSI) seeks a Head of Strategic Communication and Public Discourse to lead the development and execution of its communications strategy, elevating research impact and policy engagement across Indonesia and Australia.

You will counsel partners, coordinate with government, universities, and industry, and oversee media relations, digital content, and events to amplify knowledge-based solutions.