Job Opportunity for Communication Lead – STEP Karnataka at Mantra4Change in Bengaluru, Karnataka

**Job Title:** Communication Lead – STEP Karnataka

**Company:** Mantra4Change

**About Mantra4Change:** Mantra4Change is an organization dedicated to transforming public education in India.  For a decade, they have worked with educational stakeholders to improve schools across various states. Their focus is on creating enriching experiences for children at scale, sustainably, and rapidly.  They aim to impact 150,000 schools by 2025, focusing on teacher capacity building, empowering leaders with administrative and academic tools, and inspiring thought leaders to create a collective of changemakers.

**Job Location:** Bengaluru, Karnataka (with potential travel required)

**Job Type:** Full-Time

**Experience Required:** 1-2 years of experience in communications, journalism, or a related field.

**Responsibilities:**

* Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy for the Karnataka Programs Team.

* Create engaging content in Kannada and English (press releases, articles, social media posts, newsletters, videos, infographics).

* Manage a content calendar for consistent communication.

* Translate program materials between English and Kannada, ensuring cultural appropriateness.

* Adapt communication materials to suit target audiences.

* Track and analyze the impact of communication efforts, collecting stakeholder feedback for improvement.

* Use data and analytics to measure campaign effectiveness.

* Coordinate and plan both online and in-person events.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to organize events aligned with Mantra4Change’s mission.

**Required Competencies:**

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Kannada and English.

* Strong understanding of Karnataka’s cultural nuances and regional context.

* Proficiency in MS Office Suite and content management systems.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

* Strong organizational and time management skills.

* Passion for social impact and community development.

**Compensation:** INR 400,000 – 600,000 per annum (depending on competency and experience)

**Benefits:**

* Opportunity to work with various education organizations globally and in India.

* Exposure to field work in different Indian locations.

* Learning and development support.

* 24 paid leave days and 12 calendar holidays.

* Medical insurance (individual and dependents).

* One menstruation leave per month for women employees.

* Opportunities for professional development.