POSITION 3
PRO-cum-Social Media Coordinator
Position : Public Relations Officer (PRO)-cum-Social Media Coordinator
Location : Raipur, Chhattisgarh (with official travel as required)
Nature of Engagement :Contractual
Reporting to : Executive Director, SHSRC–SACH
Preferred Experience : 3–5 years
Consultancy Fee : Commensurate with qualifications, experience and expertise
Last Date for Submission : 20 October 2026
Application Link : https://forms.gle/C2SiYRoVACC533So9
ROLE OVERVIEW
The PRO-cum-Social Media Coordinator will strengthen SHSRC–SACH’s public relations, institutional communication, media engagement and digital presence. The incumbent will document and communicate the organisation’s programmes, achievements, innovations, events and success stories through appropriate media and digital platforms, maintaining a professional, credible and consistent public image.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Public Relations and Media Coordination: Build relationships with media houses and journalists; prepare press releases, media briefs and official communication; coordinate media coverage; and maintain media contact records.
• Social Media Management: Manage the organisation’s official social media platforms; prepare engaging posts, captions, infographics, posters and short videos; maintain a monthly communication calendar; and monitor audience engagement and performance analytics.
• Content Development and Documentation: Prepare articles, newsletters, success stories, case studies, programme highlights and website content; collect photographs, videos and testimonials; and maintain an organised digital repository.
• Event Communication: Support media and communication arrangements for meetings, workshops, conferences, campaigns and institutional events, including photography, videography and post-event documentation.
• Institutional Communication: Coordinate with programme teams, disseminate organisational updates, support employee engagement initiatives and ensure consistent use of the organisation’s name, logo and communication standards.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Graduate or postgraduate degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media, Communications, Marketing or a graduate from a recognised university or institution.
• Preferably three to five years of relevant professional experience in public relations, media coordination, digital communication or social media management or experience in similar field contributing to the role.
• Experience in a government organisation, public health programme, non-governmental organisation (NGO) or development sector institution will be an advantage but not essential.
• Knowledge of graphic design, photography, videography and basic video editing will be an added advantage but not essential.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and networking skills, with strong written and verbal proficiency in English and Hindi.
• Strong content writing, editing and proofreading abilities, and creativity in developing engaging, audience-appropriate content.
• Sound understanding of public relations, media coordination, social media platforms and digital communication tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant digital communication tools.
• Attention to accuracy, confidentiality and organisational protocols.
NOTE: Selection on a rolling basis: Applications will be screened as they are received. As soon as a suitable candidate is identified for a position, SHSRC will proceed with the selection process for that position, which may therefore be closed before the last date. Candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications along with an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) through the link provided below.
Applicants must specify the position they are applying for in the second section of the online application form. Candidates wishing to apply for more than one position must submit a separate application for each position.
Application Link : https://forms.gle/C2SiYRoVACC533So9
Last Date to Apply :20 October 2026
Selection : Rolling basis – the process for a position will commence as soon as a suitable candidate is identified
SELECTION ON A ROLLING BASIS
Selection for all positions will be made on a rolling basis. Applications will be reviewed as and when they are received, and SHSRC will proceed with the selection process as soon as an appropriate candidate is identified for a position. The vacancy may consequently be closed before the last date without further notice. Candidates are therefore strongly encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment and/or interview.
• SHSRC–SACH reserves the right to close any vacancy upon selection of a suitable candidate, or to modify or cancel the recruitment process, without assigning any reason.
SHSRC is an equal opportunity organisation. Women and candidates from disadvantaged and underrepresented sections of society are strongly encouraged to apply.