Communications Associate Writer

Acflegal; New Delhi; Presencial; INR 450.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ACF seeks a Communications Associate on a one-year contract based in Delhi to join the Communications team and tell the story of our work with clarity and impact.

Responsibilities include researching and writing case stories, donor communications, and content for newsletters, social media, and websites; interviewing clients and partners; proofreading for accuracy; and supporting content calendars and strategy development.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in any field, preference for Communications/Journalism/Media studies/English or related field.
• At least two years of proven experience in writing, journalism, content creation, or communications. Freshers with strong portfolio encouraged.
• Experience writing for nonprofits, advocacy organizations, media houses, or legal organizations preferred.
• Strong proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Proficiency in Hindi, especially speaking.

Responsabilidades

• Research, write, and edit case stories, client testimonies, articles, newsletters, reports, speeches, and website content.
• Draft donor communications, campaign materials, fundraising content, and impact stories.
• Interview clients, lawyers, staff members, and ministry partners to gather stories and information.
• Develop content for social media, email campaigns, brochures, presentations, and other materials.
• Proofread and copy edit materials for clarity, tone, accuracy, and consistency.
• Maintain editorial quality across publications and platforms.
• Assist in developing communication strategies and content calendars.

Conocimientos

Writing

Journalism

Content creation

Editing

Storytelling

Research

Interviewing

Social media

Copy editing

Communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Descripción del empleo

ACF and its partner organisations under the Life and Liberty project are seeking applications from inte rested candidates for the position of Communications Associate on a contractual basis (1 year, renewable), to be based in Delhi.

The organisation is looking for a candidate who will join our Communications team and help communicate the story and impact of our work with clarity, credibility, and purpose. The writer will develop content across our communications platforms, translating legal developments, casework, client experiences, and organisational updates into clear, engaging, and compelling stories that inform and connect with our audiences. This role is suited to someone with strong writing and editorial skills. The ideal candidate will be able to identify the heart of a story, communicate it with accuracy and sensitivity, and adapt their writing effectively for different audiences and platforms.

Job Responsibilities:

• The candidate needs to research, write, and edit compelling case stories, client testimonies, articles, newsletters, reports, speeches, and website content.
• The candidate needs to draft donor communications, campaign materials, fundraising content, and impact stories.
• The candidate needs to interview clients, lawyers, staff members, and ministry partners to gather relevant stories and information.
• The candidate needs to develop content for social media, email campaigns, brochures, presentations, and other communication materials.
• The candidate needs to proofread and copy edit communication materials to ensure clarity, grammatical accuracy, appropriate tone, consistency, and factual accuracy.
• The candidate needs to maintain editorial quality, consistency, and accuracy across all publications and communication platforms.
• The candidate needs to assist in developing communication strategies and content calendars as required.

Admin and Other Responsibilities:

• The candidate shall provide periodic updates to the Team Leader on assigned tasks and ongoing work.
• The candidate shall demonstrate flexibility with respect to working hours and work-related travel and shall undertake any additional tasks assigned by the Team Leader, as required.
• The candidate shall maintain strict confidentiality with respect to client information, matters, and plans.

Requirements

• The candidate shall hold a Bachelor’s degree in any field, with preference given to candidates with a degree in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, English, or a related field.
• The candidate shall have at least two years of proven experience in writing, journalism, content creation, or communications. Freshers with a strong portfolio or relevant skills shall also be encouraged to apply.
• The candidate shall preferably have experience writing for nonprofits, advocacy organizations, media houses, or legal organizations.
• The candidate shall have strong proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• The candidate shall have a manageable level of proficiency in Hindi, particularly in speaking.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• The candidate shall demonstrate a genuine interest in and commitment to promoting and defending human rights and religious freedom.
  
• The candidate shall possess strong editorial judgment and demonstrate a commitment to factual accuracy.
  
• The candidate shall have exceptional written English, with strong grammar, editing, and storytelling skills.
  
• The candidate shall be collaborative, proactive, and capable of working independently.
  
• The candidate shall demonstrate a high level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.
  
• The candidate shall have excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
  
• The candidate shall be willing and available to travel as required for story capture, interviews, and other assignments.