Job Opportunity for Communications and Outreach, Technology Incubation at Selco Foundation in Bengaluru

About SELCO Foundation

SELCO Foundation(SF) seeks to inspire and implement socially, financially and environmentally inclusive solutions by improving access to sustainable energy.

Approach

SELCO firmly believes that an end-user centric, demand driven approach on ecosystem building leads to interventions that are long-term and replicable. Ecosystem approach recognises the pressing need to develop a fertile environment to enhance sustainable energy access solutions for the poor. One other critical output of such an approach is that it deliberately pushes for local ownership from end to end with very few dependencies on externalities

In this regard SELCO engages in technical, financial and social innovation, enterprise development, skill building and financial inclusion. The organization works on demonstrating and catalyzing the role of renewable energy across verticals of well-being, health, education, livelihoods and the built environment.

Website: Home – Selco Foundation

About SF Tech Incubation I CatalyseTech

SELCO Foundation Tech incubation program aims to foster an enabling ecosystem for innovation driven entrepreneurship at the bottom of the pyramid, to encourage and ensure participation of underrepresented communities.Selco Foundation Technology Incubation program entails cooperation between various stakeholders, including investors, policymakers, academic institutions, and inventors. The objective is to establish a resilient and inclusive ecosystem that fosters the development of grassroots innovations and aids in resolving local and global problems.

We offer need-based support to innovation driven enterprises working on sustainable solutions for the rural, underserved and marginalized communities.

Support extended to each incubatee/enterprise can be broadly categorised as:

1) Product Development 2) Business Validation 3) Business Model Development and 4) Sustainability & Growth

About the Role

Position: Program Coordinator-Communications and Outreach, Technology Incubation

Reporting to : Project Manager-Outreach and Partnerships, Technology Incubation

Starting: Immediately

Location: Bangalore

The Communication Coordinator is expected to develop, implement, and oversee communication strategies and activities in order to successfully communicate the teach incubation program messages and progress to internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Write and edit communication pieces such as press releases, newsletters, social media postings, and other communication collateral.
• Design engaging campaigns for online audiences on various social media platform
• Engage with cross-functional teams and handle different communication channels.
• Curate and publish regular web content on CatalyseTech website.
• Monitor effectiveness of communication material and strategies by analyzing data and taking regular feedbacks from audiences and other stakeholders

Qualification and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Development Studies or a closely related discipline is required.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in development communications and knowledge of best practices in media and public relations.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills along with the ability to take initiative, solve problems, follow through, and deliver on a deadline.
• Excellent written and vocal communication abilities, as well as the ability to adjust communication approach to various audiences.
• Knowledge of numerous communication mediums, such as social media, email, online, and print.
• A working knowledge of graphic design and video production
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and establish ties with stakeholders.
• Work in a fast-paced atmosphere and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Microsoft Office Suite, GSuite and Canva and other communication tools are a plus.
• Open to travel on site for fieldwork and onsite events.

Desirable:

• Experience of organizing online and offline events
• google adwords and social media post boost
• Previous experience in incubation ecosystem
• Previous experience with grassroot/ social ventures
• Proficiency in Kannada or Odia is a plus
• Applications will be processed on a rolling basis.

To apply : Write to us at incubation@selcofoundation.org and cc apply@selcofoundation.org with cover letter with subject line- “Program Coordinator-Communications and Outreach, Technology Incubation” and CV answering: 1.What attracts you to this role? 2. How are you a suitable candidate for it

Candidates from tier 2-3 cities/town and rural locations are encouraged to apply