areSenior Manager Head - Government Relations Public Relations Location Hyderabad with extensive travel across AP Telangana Role Objective To lead and manage Government Relations and Public Relations for Akshaya Patra Kitchens across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana ensuring strong engagement with Government stakeholders smooth coordination with Education and District Administration policy compliance and enhancement of the Foundation s public image and credibility Key Responsibilities Government Relations Liaison Act as the primary interface with Government authorities at State District and Mandal levels Build and sustain effective relationships with MEOs Mandal Education Officers DEOs District Education Officers District Collectors Education Department officials Secretariat officers and other bureaucrats Coordinate approvals inspections renewals MoUs and operational clearances related to the Mid-Day Meal MDM PM-POSHAN program Support smooth onboarding of new schools kitchen expansions and operational scaling Handle Government visits to kitchens audits and review meetings Public Relations Representation Represent Akshaya Patra in official meetings reviews public forums and Government events Coordinate Minister MLA IAS and senior bureaucrat visits to kitchens and program sites Manage protocol briefing notes presentations and follow-ups for high-level dignitary visits Support crisis communication and issue resolution involving Government or public stakeholders Policy Compliance Reporting Track and interpret State and Central Government policies related to Mid-Day Meals PM-POSHAN Ensure compliance with Government norms reporting formats and timelines Strategic Leadership Responsibilities Develop a state-level Government Relations PR strategy for AP Telangana Anticipate risks related to policy changes funding or administration and propose mitigation plans Mentor and guide junior GR PR executives if applicable Strengthen Akshaya Patra s positioning as a trusted Government partner Key Skills Competencies Strong understanding of Government systems bureaucracy and education administration Excellent communication negotiation and relationship-building skills High level of diplomacy discretion and professionalism Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and high-pressure situations Strong documentation presentation and reporting skills Willingness to travel extensively across districts Qualifications Experience Graduate Post-Graduate Public Administration Political Science Social Work Management preferred 10-15 years of experience in Government Relations Liaison Public Affairs PR NGO CSR Large public-facing organizations are MUST Prior experience working with District Administration Education Department or Government programs is mandatory Experience in the AP Telangana Government ecosystem is highly preferred Job Types Full-time Permanent Pay 50 000 00 - 60 000 00 per month Benefits Cell phone reimbursement Food provided Health insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund Work Location In person