: ASSISTANT MANAGER - COMMUNICATION & PARTNERSHIP

ABOUT AKSHAR FOUNDATION:

Akshar Foundation is a pioneering nonprofit organization based in Assam, working to create a scalable model of education that integrates academic learning with practical, skill-based training. Our mission is to transform government schools into centres of excellence that not only impart knowledge but also equip students with real-life skills, environmental values, and vocational competencies.

With a focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, we operate across multiple districts in collaboration with government stakeholders, educators, and communities. Our unique model includes peer teaching, plastic recycling, vocational training, and environmental awareness — designed to break the cycle of poverty and empower children to become responsible and self-reliant citizens.

At Akshar Foundation, we believe in building grassroots leaders who drive change and ensure quality education for every child.

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Communication & Partnership

Location: Guwahati (Travel across project locations as per requirement)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Summary:

The Assistant Manager – Communication and Partnership will lead the day-to-day communication activities, strengthen the organisation’s external visibility, and build meaningful relationships with media, partners, and other stakeholders. The role involves managing social media strategy and content execution, coordinating internal and external communications, supporting media engagement, and identifying potential partnership opportunities. The position will also contribute to proposal development, pitch decks, and impact reporting, while guiding the Communications team and collaborating with zonal and field teams to ensure consistent messaging, effective storytelling, and alignment with the organisation’s mission and objectives.

Key Responsibilities





- Team Supervision: Supervise and oversee the day-to-day activities of the Communications (Comms) team, ensuring effective coordination and timely execution of tasks.
- External Communication and Social Media Management: Lead the social media strategy and execution across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, X (Twitter), and other relevant NGO forums. Plan content in coordination with zonal teams, respond to audience queries, track emerging content trends, and support the team in developing new skills and adopting efficient, time-saving practices.
- Media Relations: Build and maintain relationships with national, international, and regional media across print, digital, and electronic platforms. Coordinate media coverage, broadcasts, and follow-ups to strengthen the organisation’s visibility.
- Partner Relationship Management: Maintain regular communication and coordination with existing partners. Conduct partner visits, as required, to strengthen relationships, build trust, and ensure effective collaboration.
- Collaboration and Partnership Requests: Manage incoming collaboration requests received through social media, official emails, phone calls, and other official channels. Assess, coordinate, and delegate requests to the relevant team members for timely follow-up.
- Internal Communication and Branding: Collaborate with different departments and guide field teams on communication strategies, branding guidelines, templates, and other communication collaterals.



Collect and document impact stories from the field to highlight the organisation’s work and achievements.
- Government Schemes and Partnership Research: Research relevant government schemes, identify potential partnership opportunities, and map stakeholders aligned with the organisation’s objectives.
- Proposal Development and Impact Reporting: Collaborate with team members to draft proposals, develop pitch decks, and prepare impact reports that effectively communicate the organisation’s programmes, outcomes, and impact.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Graduate in any discipline.
- 3-4 years of experience in communications or marketing roles.
- Strong writing in English, with good drafting and documentation skills.
- Experience running social media platforms with performance data analysis through Meta suits.
- Experience in Digital campaign management through Meta/Other platforms with proven results.
- Experience leading or coordinating small teams.
- Positive visual sense/creative imagination on design, storytelling and brand aspects.
- Organised, deadline-driven and good at working with a team.
- Willingness to travel when needed.
- Basic skills in design tools like Canva/Photoshop/Premier Pro/Da Vinci/Others.
- A strong sense of responsibility, empathy and commitment to the social sector, with a positive mindset and eagerness to learn and grow.
- Experience with NGOs, CSR, or Sustainable development communications (preferred).
- Experience with proposals, impact reports or media relations (preferred).
- Knowledge of government schemes or funding programmes (preferred).
- ⁠Experience dealing with donors/partners/external stakeholders (preferred).

Behavioral Competencies:

- Communication skills
- Leadership and Ownership
- Problem-Solving Attitude
- Team Collaboration
- Strategic Thinking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Creativity and Innovation

📌 Assistant Manager - Communication & Partnership (Guwahati)
🏢 Akshar Foundation
📍 Guwahati