Communications Associate – Content and Editing

About the role

The Communications Associate will support content development and editing for CPI India’s programs, translating economics, finance and policy analysis into clear, accessible insights for investors and policymakers.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated external communications plans with measurable KPIs.
• Guide content creation from concept to publication, including storyboards, key messaging, structure and editing for research products, presentations, op‑eds, social media campaigns and other written materials.
• Maintain adherence to CPI’s style guide, brand and citation standards.
• Maintain a repository of talking points summarising CPI India’s work and current climate‑finance issues.
• Support internal communications to reinforce CPI’s culture.
• Assist with content taxonomy, keywords and tagging for SEO optimisation.
• Occasionally lead media relations, identifying outlets and placing stories in top‑tier business, financial and energy media.

Required profile

• Post‑graduate degree in Mass Communications, Public Relations or Marketing, or a graduate degree with at least six years of relevant experience.
• Minimum four years of post‑qualification experience in content development, editing, media outreach and public relations.
• Strong ability to turn economic and finance analysis into engaging insights for diverse audiences.
• Excellent English writing and editing skills with a professional portfolio.

Required skills

• WordPress
• Google Analytics
• Google Ads
• Mailchimp
• Hootsuite (or equivalent social media tools)
• Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)