At Ramaiah Institute for Advanced Skills and Technology (RAF), Talent is at the core of all our People Strategy. The wide wealth of talent includes Research Scholars, Faculty members, Trainers, Deep Tech Engineers, Technologists, Corporate Leaders, Institutional administrators and best in class functional specialists. To be a part of this phenomenal journey of transformation from better to best, do apply for the following open position at Ramaiah Institute for Advanced Skills and Technology (RAF) by mailing your Resume to [email protected] Position Overview: We are seeking a seasoned Communications Manager with 10+ years of experience to lead a multi-dimensional portfolio.

This is not a traditional corporate communications role. You will be the narrative architect for a ₹500 Crore translational ecosystem, tasked with communicating complex hardware breakthroughs in Semiconductors, MedTech, and Aerospace to Government grant bodies, Tier-1 Industry CEOs, and global academic partners.

Key Areas of Responsibilities: 1.

Strategic Communication

Develop and execute a unified communication strategy aligned with the vision and growth objectives of the Skills University and associated business verticals.

Architect a unified "House of Brands" strategy that ensures the University and the Tech divisions complement—rather than confuse—one another.

Serve as strategic advisor to leadership on branding, public positioning, and "Nation-Building" narratives. 2.

Deep Tech & Translation: Advanced Labs, Localization, & IP Deep Tech Translation & Commercialization: Work directly with the Technology Manager and scientific heads to translate dense technological achievements (e.g., in advanced materials,



cyber-physical systems) into compelling commercial use cases and investment pitches.

Industry Partnership & Hardware Localization: Develop the narrative for our specialized translation capabilities, positioning our labs as the premier destination for Tier-1 corporations looking to localize and reengineer complex hardware.

IP & Spin-off Positioning: Craft the communication frameworks for our intellectual property (IP) portfolio, managing the public relations lifecycle from initial patent filing to commercial spin-off or industry licensing. 3.

Academic Leadership & Global Diplomacy: Global Academic Diplomacy: Position the Foundation’s value proposition to Ivy League-level Deans and international research faculty to secure critical global MoUs and partnerships.

Policy & Government Relations: Align the Institute's narrative with national missions like Atmanirbhar Bharat, job creation in advanced manufacturing, and strategic self-reliance.

Grant Diplomacy: Lead high-level communication required for securing and managing major government grants, such as the ANRF grant. 4.Media Relations & Thought Leadership: Targeted Media Outreach: Proactively pitch stories to Deep Tech and Financial Media covering semiconductor supply chains, aerospace manufacturing, and venture capital,



beyond traditional education journalists.

Executive Thought Leadership: Transform academic research and faculty expertise into high-impact content for public consumption and position leadership as voices of authority Experience & Qualifications: Senior Leadership Experience: 10+ years of experience spanning both higher education/research and B2B technology/engineering sectors post preferred qualification of a Post Graduate Degree/ Diploma in Communications from a Premiere Institute

Domain Fluency: Must possess technical vocabulary and strategic understanding to comfortably discuss deep-tech hardware, advanced manufacturing, and global supply chain localization.

Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to influence diverse stakeholders—from University Deans and Scientists to Corporate CEOs, Government officials, and Investors.

Portfolio of Success: Demonstrable experience in managing high-stakes Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) campaigns for IP-led organizations or large-scale research ecosystems.

Key Differentiators of This Role: Narrative Architect: You are not just managing PR; you are building the story of a ₹500 Crore translational ecosystem.

Commercial Catalyst: Transitioning the organization from generic "Engineering Services" to high-value "Deep Science Translation" and "Indigenous Manufacturing".

The Triad Navigator: Effectively integrating an Industry Partnership Center, a Skills University, and a Deep Science Translation Lab. This ecosystem utilizes a 'House of Brands' architecture to balance the distinct identities of its non-profit Section 8 Institute and its for-profit commercial arm

📌 Manager – Communications (Skills & Technology) (Bengaluru)
🏢 Ramaiah Institute for Advanced Skills and Technology (RIASAT)
📍 Bengaluru