Junior Communications Manager

SFC; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Freight Centre (SFC) in New Delhi seeks a Junior Communications Manager to support content, digital platforms, visuals, and campaigns. You will work with the India team to translate sustainability work into clear, engaging communications for local and global audiences.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and the global team, taking ownership of projects while gaining experience in corporate communications in climate and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in communications or related field.
• Degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or Media Studies.

Responsibilities

• Develop content, create visuals, coordinate digital publishing, and deliver communications for events.
• Collaborate with internal teams and the global communications team to gather information and coordinate communications activities.
• Take ownership of assigned projects while building experience in corporate communications within climate and sustainability.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Storytelling

Corporate communications

Digital communications

Social media

LinkedIn

Content creation

Design skills

Canva/Adobe

Organization

Coordination

Simplify technical info

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or Media Studies

Job description

About Smart Freight Centre

Think about the package that just arrived at your doorstep, the products on store shelves, or goods being shipped across oceans. Logistics powers the global economy and drives a significant share of global emissions. That's where Smart Freight Centre (SFC) comes in. SFC works with businesses, governments, and global freight leaders to accelerate the transition to zero-emission logistics by 2050 or sooner. Our member network represents €15+ trillion in market capitalization and more than 10 million employees, making SFC one of the most influential platforms shaping the future of freight and transport. We don't just advocate sustainability. We standardize it, measure it, and scale it. And in India - one of the world's fastest-growing freight markets the opportunity is transformational.

Employment Type: Fixed-term Location: New Delhi, India Starting date: ASAP Contract duration: The position is initially offered on a one-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension or transition to a permanent contract following review and mutual agreement between both parties.

About SFC India

SFC India is building a platform to support the decarbonization of India's freight ecosystem across road, rail, maritime and aviation. We convene government ministries, regulators, industry leaders, research institutions, and global climate actors to accelerate the transition toward greener freight systems. Our ambition is to build a credible and scalable Green Freight platform for India, delivering impact at national scale.

Why This Role is Unique

You will work at the intersection of communications, climate action and the freight sector, helping translate SFC India's work into clear and engaging stories for different audiences. The role offers exposure to both India and global communications, with opportunities to work across content, digital communications, design and campaigns.

About the Position

As Junior Communications Manager, you will work with the Communications Manager, India, to deliver SFC India's communications across content, digital platforms, visual communications and campaigns. You will develop content, create visual assets, coordinate digital publishing, and deliver communications for events and key initiatives. You will also work with internal teams and the global communications team to gather information and coordinate communications activities. The role offers the opportunity to take ownership of assigned projects while developing experience across corporate communications in the climate and sustainability space.

What You Will Drive

Support the India Communications team in implementing SFC India's communications strategy, campaigns and communications calendar Coordinate with internal teams to gather information and develop clear, engaging communication materials Develop communications materials including LinkedIn posts, newsletters, website content, announcements, presentations, one-pagers, blogs, case studies and other content Manage SFC India's LinkedIn channel, including content planning, scheduling, publishing and basic performance monitoring. Manage regular updates and content for the SFC India website, coordinating with relevant teams to ensure information is accurate , timely and up to date. Create simple, professional and on-brand communication materials using Canva , photoshop or similar design tools, including social media creatives, videos, presentations, event banners, one- pagers and infographics Ensure communications materials are aligned with SFC's brand guidelines, messaging and tone of voice. Coordinate communications for events, webinars, workshops and stakeholder engagements, including invitations, event materials and post-event amplification. Research relevant industry news, trends and conversations across freight, logistics , transport, climate and sustainability to identify content and communications opportunities Maintain communications trackers, social media calendars, and campaign documentation Coordinate with the SFC global communications team and internal stakeholders to align messaging and deliver communications outputs on time.

Experience & Background

We welcome candidates with 2-3 years of experience in communications, corporate communications, content, digital communications, marketing communications or a related field Education Degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, Media Studies or a related discipline

Skills and Capabilities

• Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills
• Good understanding of corporate communications, digital communications and social media
• Hands-on experience with LinkedIn and content creation
• Basic to intermediate design skills using Canva, Adobe or similar tools
• Strong organi z ational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Ability to simplify technical, policy or sustainability-related information
• Strong attention to detail and a