Rishihood University is India’s first impact-focussed university, founded by technocrats, philanthropists, policymakers, social and spiritual leaders, entrepreneurs, and educators. Founded with the vision of creating impactful leaders across various domains of life, Rishihood delivers a learning experience that is rooted in tradition, global in approach, and futuristic in outcomes. The university is on a mission to nurture impact-driven learners who seek truth, solve problems, and champion national transformation.
The Communications Manager is responsible for shaping and amplifying Rishihood University's voice across internal and external audiences. This role leads the planning and execution of strategic communications that strengthen the University's reputation, elevate thought leadership, and engage prospective students, parents, faculty, industry partners, media, and the wider community.
Reporting to the Assistant Director – Branding & Communications, the Communications Manager works closely with internal teams and external agencies to ensure that every communication reflects Rishihood University's mission, values, and institutional vision.
Strategize institutional newsletters: (LinkedIn newsletter and others)
Agency management: Drive Digital PR and coordinate with media partners
LinkedIn Communication Management: Manage leadership communications, including LinkedIn posts, speeches, Op-Eds, and thought leadership
Social Media Comment Management: Ensure timely responses on Inbox, comments and reshares
Admissions Emails: Plan and execute parent communications across the student lifecycle
High-Stake Communications: Manage communications for founders, donors, partners, and other key stakeholders
Internal Communications: Copy for posters and emailers across the Rishihood ecosystem
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or a related field
4–7 years of experience in communications, PR, content marketing, or journalism.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone across press releases, speeches, newsletters, social media, and executive communications.
Strong media relations experience with a proven track record of securing meaningful coverage in national, business, education, and digital publications.
Experience developing and executing integrated communication strategies
PR agency background preferred
Work with an Ed-tech or university is a plus
Institutional communication planning and execution.
Leadership communication strategy and thought leadership initiatives.
Media engagement and public relations activities.
Admissions and stakeholder communication journeys.
Internal communication planning and editorial governance.
Brand consistency and communication quality assurance.
Quality, consistency, and timeliness of institutional communication across channels.
Media coverage secured through proactive PR initiatives.
Growth in leadership visibility through media coverage and thought leadership initiatives.
Improved engagement of newsletters, communication, and LinkedIn communication.
Adherence to brand standards and stakeholder satisfaction with communication quality.
Benefits
- 5 days working
- 60 days of paid leaves in a year (30 ELs + 7 CLs + 7 SLs + approved national holidays)
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field
- 4-7 years of experience in communications, public relations, content marketing, or journalism
- Exceptional writing and editing skills across press releases, speeches, newsletters, social media, and executive communications
- Strong media relations experience with a proven record of securing coverage in national, business, education, and digital publications
- Experience developing and executing integrated communication strategies
- Public relations agency background
- Experience working with an ed-tech company or university
What We Do
Rishihood University is an Indian private university and impact-focused higher-education institution in Sonipat, Haryana. Established by Rishihood Foundation, it offers multidisciplinary undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including technology, business, design, and psychology. The university aims to reimagine higher education as a force for national transformation, combining personal growth, professional excellence, public impact, and an industry-integrated, values-first learning environment for future-ready learners and leaders.
