Senior Manager – Brand & Social Impact Communications

1. POSITION VACANT: Senior Manager – Brand & Social Impact Communications, Leading Philanthropic Organization, Mumbai

2. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Our client is a respected philanthropic organization with a vision of advancing humanitarian values and nation-building. The organization drives social and economic development across India by focusing on health, education, livelihoods, water and sanitation, social inclusion, environment, and disaster response.

Our client’s mission is to empower underserved communities through innovative programs and strategic collaborations with governments, civil society, and global partners, creating sustainable impact aligned with national priorities and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

3. JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Head – Brand & Marketing Communications, the Senior Manager – Brand & Social Impact Communications (SM-BSIC) will play a pivotal role in enhancing and safeguarding the organization’s brand and narrative. The role will lead strategic communications for the brand as well as for key programs, thought-leadership initiatives, marquee events, and stakeholder engagement to strengthen the organization’s position as a thought leader.

Key Responsibilities:

(1) Conceptualize and execute integrated brand communication campaigns that strengthen the identity, visibility, and recall;

(2) Strengthen the brand presence across India by crafting compelling narratives that highlight impact, innovation, and nation building;

(3) Work with program teams and partners to design and execute behavior change campaigns that help to amplify program impact;

(4) Lead the design and commissioning of both qualitative and quantitative research including brand track studies to measure awareness, perception, and equity;

(5) Identify, evaluate, and manage strategic brand partnerships that enhance reach, credibility, and impact;

(6) Build cause-driven campaigns that raise awareness, mobilize audiences, and drive impact;

(7) Manage communication for executive leadership across forums, media interactions, and events;

(8) Lead the development and maintenance of the brand suite, ensuring consistent application across all touchpoints.

4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualifications 
Applicants must have an MBA in Marketing or a PG degree from a reputed institution.

Experience 
(1) Minimum 10–12 years of overall experience in marketing/communications;

(2) 3–4 years of experience in the social sector will be desirable;

(3) Proven track record of leading strategic communication initiatives for large organisations or national-level programs.

Skills and Competencies 
(1) Strong cross-sector communication expertise, with the ability to borrow and integrate best practices to elevate effectiveness of communication narratives and outcomes;

(2) Strategic thinker adept at shaping organisational priorities into persuasive, high-impact communication narratives;

(3) Demonstrated experience of leading qualitative and quantitative research projects as well as managing large national and international events involving various stakeholders;

(4) Exceptional writing, storytelling, and presentation skills;

(5) Ability to manage multiple projects, meet timelines, and work with cross-functional teams across various levels;

(6) High EQ, a collaborative approach, and a positive, enabling attitude that strengthens team culture;

(7) Experience in managing and working with creative, research, event, PR, social media and digital agencies.

5. COMPENSATION OFFERED:

The compensation offered for the position is competitive and commensurate with experience and salary history.

6. LOCATION & NATURE OF APPOINTMENT:

(1) Location: Mumbai
(2) Nature of Appointment: Fixed Term Employment for 3 years

7. REFERENCE: SMBIC-LPO

8. APPLICATION PROCESS:

Eligible candidates interested in this position are requested to apply online at https://www.samsstc.com/Jobs/job-description/senior-manager-brand-social-impact-communications-mumbai/451 by or before March 25, 2026.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. All employment decisions are based on organizational needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, religion, ethnic origin, gender, age, or sexual orientation.