Job Description

Job Title: Political Communication Lead

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Location: Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), Kerala

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Salary: Up to ₹4,00,000 per month

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Experience: 3–8 Years

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Education: Bachelor's/Master's Degree from a Tier 1 Institute (Preferred)

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About the Role

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We are seeking an experienced Political Communication Lead to lead strategic communications, shape political narratives, manage media relations, and oversee crisis communication for high-profile political campaigns and public affairs initiatives. The ideal candidate should possess exceptional communication skills, political acumen, and the ability to manage high-pressure situations while protecting and enhancing the public image of political leaders and organizations.

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Key Responsibilities

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● Develop and execute comprehensive political communication strategies aligned with campaign objectives.

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● Craft compelling messaging, campaign narratives, speeches, press releases, talking points, policy briefs, and opinion articles.

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● Lead media relations by building strong relationships with journalists, editors, television channels, and digital media platforms.

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● Design and implement integrated communication campaigns across print, digital, television, radio, and social media.

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● Lead crisis communication planning and execution by anticipating potential issues, developing response strategies, preparing official statements, coordinating rapid response teams, and managing reputational risks during political or public crises.

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● Monitor news cycles, media coverage, public opinion, and political developments to identify emerging opportunities and threats.

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● Collaborate with research, analytics, digital, and campaign teams to develop data-driven communication strategies.

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● Manage spokesperson preparation, media briefings, interviews,



debates, and public appearances.

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● Develop communication strategies for elections, policy launches, governance initiatives, and stakeholder engagement.

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● Ensure consistency in messaging across all communication channels.

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● Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

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● Build and maintain relationships with political leaders, government officials, influencers, media professionals, and strategic partners.

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● Lead and mentor communication executives while ensuring timely execution of communication plans.

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Crisis Management Responsibilities

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● Develop proactive crisis communication frameworks and contingency plans.

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● Monitor political, social, and media risks that may impact the organization's reputation.

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● Lead rapid response communication during political controversies, misinformation campaigns, emergencies, and reputation-related incidents.

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● Prepare crisis statements, FAQs, holding statements, and media responses.

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● Coordinate with legal, campaign, policy, and leadership teams during crisis situations.

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● Manage social media communication during crises to ensure timely and accurate information dissemination.

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● Conduct post-crisis evaluations and recommend improvements to crisis communication strategies.

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Required Skills

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● Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Malayalam.

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● Strong understanding of political communication, public affairs, and electoral campaigns.

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● Expertise in media relations, public relations, and strategic messaging.

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● Proven experience in Crisis Communication and Reputation Management.

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● Strong speechwriting, content creation, and storytelling abilities.

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● Deep understanding of current affairs, public policy, and political dynamics.

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● Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

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● Ability to perform under pressure and make strategic decisions in time-sensitive situations.

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● Strong leadership, analytical, and presentation skills.

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● Proficiency in Microsoft Office, digital communication tools, and social media platforms.

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Preferred Background

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● Experience in political consulting firms, election campaigns, government communication, public affairs, media organizations, or public policy institutions.

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● Experience working with senior political leaders, ministers, elected representatives, or government stakeholders.

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● Demonstrated success in handling crisis communication, reputation management, and high-profile media engagements.

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Qualification

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● Bachelor's or Master's Degree from a Tier 1 Institute (Preferred).

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● Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

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Compensation & Benefits

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● Salary: Up to ₹4,00,000 per month (Based on experience and expertise)

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● Opportunity to lead high-impact political campaigns and communication strategies.

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● Exposure to senior political leadership and national-level public affairs initiatives.

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● Rapid-paced, challenging, and high-growth work environment.

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📌 Political Communication Manager (PR) (India)
🏢 The Hiring
📍 India