India For Children is India's only media and communication organisation dedicated to child rights, driving this vital cause to the forefront of public discourse. Since 2017, we've worked alongside nonprofits to amplify the voices of the most vulnerable, using powerful storytelling to bring neglected issues affecting children into the spotlight. From leading media engagement for the nation's largest campaign against child marriage to driving causes through strategic social media and traditional platforms, we ensure every story reaches both the masses and policymakers.
We are seeking an experienced and strategically minded Content Lead to develop high-impact content that drives India For Children client's advocacy mission on national and international stages. This role sits at the intersection of policy communication, thought leadership, and public affairs, ideal for someone who has worked in political communications or policy advocacy and understands how words shape public discourse and institutional change.
You will work closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders to develop content that is authoritative, consistent, and resonant across platforms, from op-eds in leading publications to speeches at global forums.
Content Strategy and Leadership: Develop and own a cohesive content strategy that builds and sustains a compelling public narrative, one that influences policymakers, civil society, media, and the general public. Translate complex policy and advocacy priorities into clear, persuasive communication with measurable outcomes.
Long-Form Content Development: Write and edit high-quality long-form content including opinion editorials for national and international publications, LinkedIn thought leadership, policy letters, open letters, and formal correspondence, all reflecting a consistent, authoritative voice and mission.
Speechwriting and Presentation: Draft speeches, keynote remarks, and presentation narratives for high-profile public engagements, conferences, and institutional forums, domestic and international.
Policy and Research Integration: Conduct rigorous research on child rights, policy developments, legislative changes, and global advocacy trends to ensure all content is credible, timely, and contextually grounded.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work directly with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align content with strategic priorities, incorporate feedback efficiently, and maintain coherence across all communication outputs.
Thought Leadership Positioning: Proactively identify opportunities such as op-ed pitches, speaking platforms, and policy roundtables to establish and deepen an authoritative presence on child rights and justice at national and global levels.
Editorial Quality and Consistency: Uphold the highest standards of writing, accuracy, and editorial integrity across all materials. Maintain consistency in voice, tone, and messaging across platforms and formats.
Performance and Refinement: Track the reach and impact of published content, gather qualitative and quantitative feedback, and use insights to continuously sharpen messaging strategy.
Experience: 6 to 8 years in political communications, public affairs, policy advocacy, journalism, or a senior communications role, ideally supporting a public figure, elected official, senior executive, or civil society leader.
Writing Excellence: Exceptional ability to write with a defined voice, adapting tone, register, and style to suit the
