Head Media & Communication

Job Title

Head Media & Communication

Department

Media & Communication Wing, India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM)

Location

Delhi, India

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

12-15 years

Salary

Rs. 90,000 per month (Rs. 10.8–10.8 Lakhs per annum)

Job Description

The Head – Media and Communication will be responsible for planning and executing communication strategies that enhance IIDEM’s visibility, promote its training and research initiatives, and strengthen stakeholder engagement. The role involves leadership in media relations, branding, social media outreach, production of IEC materials, and coordinating awareness campaigns aligned with electoral education.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement integrated communication strategies to strengthen IIDEM’s institutional brand and visibility across platforms.

Oversee media relations including press coverage, digital engagement, and regular updates on IIDEM’s website and social media channels.

Lead the development of training films, brochures, newsletters, and other multimedia material in multiple languages, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.

Organize and promote voter education events and campaigns in collaboration with relevant Wings and Centres.

Monitor election-related media coverage, document activities of IIDEM, and manage publication of institutional reports and promotional content.

Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership and project management skills in media and communication functions.

Expertise in branding, marketing strategy, and stakeholder engagement.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi.

Proficiency in managing multimedia content, social media platforms, and digital tools.

Ability to coordinate across departments and with external agencies for communication deliverables.

Desirable

Experience in designing and executing large-scale awareness campaigns, preferably in the governance or development sector.

Experience in managing multilingual and multimedia content production including films, newsletters, and digital posts.

Knowledge of electoral laws, processes, and familiarity with institutional communications in a government or public service environment.

Qualifications

MBA in Marketing / Media & Communication.

Minimum 12 years overall experience with at least 5 years in media and communication and branding.

About IIIDEM

Established in 2011 by the Election Commission of India, the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) is a premier institute for training, research, and international cooperation in the field of elections and democratic governance. It serves as a global resource centre dedicated to strengthening democratic institutions and promoting credible, inclusive, and transparent elections.

IIIDEM is located on a sprawling 5‑acre campus in Dwarka, New Delhi, offering advanced training facilities, a well‑equipped library, a 450‑seat auditorium, and residential amenities. It regularly hosts programs for election officials and other stakeholders from India and abroad in collaboration with global institutions.

IIIDEM invites dynamic professionals to join its team across roles in training, human resource management, research, e‑learning, IT, media, and administration.

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