Communications Officer – South Asia

About the role

The Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) is seeking an experienced Communications Officer to lead and implement internal and external communications and advocacy across South Asia. Based at the Australian High Commission in New Delhi, you will create compelling stories, digital content and multimedia products to raise awareness of ACIAR’s research‑for‑development outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of the ACIAR South Asia communications and advocacy strategy.
• Produce high‑quality communication content, including key messages, briefs, success stories, articles, photos, videos, social media posts and presentations.
• Coordinate distribution of communication products across regional and global platforms to strengthen ACIAR’s visibility.
• Engage with local and regional media; prepare press releases, media briefs, talking points, Q&As and organise media events.
• Support and coordinate outreach activities, events and stakeholder engagement across India, Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka.
• Represent ACIAR at forums, meetings and events, ensuring adherence to brand, messaging and style guidelines.
• Provide communications advice, administrative support and collaboration within the South Asia office and across ACIAR teams.
• Travel to project sites to collect and produce communications materials such as stories, interviews, photos and video.
• Work closely with the Australian High Commission’s public diplomacy team.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Journalism, Communications, Public Affairs or a related discipline.
• Experience in development or science communications.
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear, engaging communication materials for diverse audiences.

Required skills