JOB POST- COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER NALSAR

Office Overview: The National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR) established in 1998 by a Statute of the State of Andhra Pradesh. Since its inception, the University has been a hub for vital conversations on law and justice.

Job Overview: The Communications Manager will lead the development and implementation of NALSAR’s communications strategy. This includes oversight of all internal and external communications, brand and media relations, digital outreach, and stakeholder engagement.

Eligibility: A master’s degree in Communication, Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations, or a closely related field is necessary. A minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience in communications/media/brand/PR roles is essential. At least two years in a leadership or supervisory capacity would be preferred. Demonstrated experience working in higher education or a similar academic/research environment preferred. Strong strategic thinking, including the ability to translate and plan long‑term institutional goals into communication plans. Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to write for different formats (press, web, reports, speeches, etc.). Proven ability to ideate and work with a team to produce visual/multimedia content (audio/video) or manage those who do. Digital literacy: social media management, content management systems, website administration, analytics tools. Leadership and people‑management skills: ability to build, mentor and coordinate a team. Interpersonal skills: excellent collaborator, able to work across diverse departments and stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple tasks, work under tight deadlines, and respond to emergent issues (e.g. crisis communications). High standards of ethics, brand integrity, and sensitivity to institutional values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with the University’s vision, objectives, and social justice agenda.
• Oversee internal communications to ensure clarity, consistency, and timely flow of information among departments, faculty, staff, and students.
• Lead external communications: media relations, press releases, opinion pieces, interviews, etc.
• Manage crises or reputational issues when they arise.
• Manage the University’s digital presence, including the website, social media platforms, newsletters, blogs, and multimedia (audio/video).
• Use analytics and metrics to gauge performance, reach, and engagement and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Coordinate design, visuals, and audio‑visual content; designers/photographers/videographers to produce high‑quality materials.
• Oversee branding: ensuring brand consistency across all platforms, communications, promotional material, events, and publications.
• Develop and implement communication plans for events, seminars, conferences, etc., in collaboration with different departments, research centres, student affairs, admissions, etc.
• Stakeholder engagement with media for building and maintaining relationships and acting as a university spokesperson or point person when required.
• Team building: define the structure of the communications/external relations team, recruit, mentor, and manage staff; define roles; allocate tasks and manage workflows.
• Manage budget and resources for communication activities; plan and monitor expenditures.
• Maintain oversight of compliance, including adherence to institutional policies and legal/ethical guidelines (e.g., permissions for media, copyrights, data protection, accessibility).