PR & Media Specialist

The role requires a dynamic professional withproven media connections and the ability to craft compellingnarratives that highlight IPE Globals work, thought leadership, and socialimpact.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, nurture, and leverage strong relationships withjournalists, editors, and media outlets (print, digital, and electronic).
• Proactively secure high-quality media coverage, interviews,and features for the organization and its leadership.
• Draft press releases, op-eds, statements, media briefs, andother communication material.
• Manage media queries and act as the first point of contactfor press and external communications.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare regular reports onvisibility, tone, and reach.
• Support crisis communication management with quick andaccurate responses.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align media messagingwith organizational objectives.
• Organize press conferences, media roundtables, and other PRevents.
• Stay updated on sectoral trends and identify opportunitiesfor thought leadership positioning.
• Manage and update Groups PR Media policy.

Mandatory Requirement

• Strong, verifiable connections with media professionalsacross mainstream and sectoral outlets (business, social impact, health,education, and development-focused publications).

Desired Skills Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Communications, Journalism, PublicRelations, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant PR/media relations experience,preferably in development, consulting, or corporate communications.
• Proven track record of securing impactful media placements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English(knowledge of Hindi/other regional languages will be an advantage).
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities,and deliver within tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.