Magazine Editor

Company Overview

Aakhya India, established in 2012, is an independent consultancy that provides strategic public affairs support across policy advocacy, communications, and public relations. The organization partners with policymakers and businesses to help connect public and private priorities while addressing important economic and social challenges in India. Its work includes public affairs services, communication consulting, media relations, policy analysis and advocacy, CSR support, exhibition and event planning, and the creation of development reports, annual reports, and coffee table books. With strong experience across central and state government ecosystems and several industry sectors, the company focuses on building practical business solutions and communication strategies that align industry needs with government priorities, all backed by research, knowledge, and innovation.

Role Overview

This is a full-time, on-site editorial position in Patna for a Magazine Editor. The selected candidate will handle the publication workflow from start to finish, including shaping content plans, selecting and commissioning articles, and assembling material that reflects the organization’s public affairs and communications orientation. The role calls for building issue-wise editorial schedules, working closely with writers, designers, and subject experts, and ensuring that every piece is accurate, readable, and engaging. You will also be responsible for editing and fact-checking content, keeping tone and style consistent, monitoring production and layout timelines, coordinating with internal teams and clients, and identifying emerging policy and public affairs themes that can be turned into relevant stories. In addition, the position contributes to the broader publishing direction of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Plan editorial themes and create issue-by-issue publication calendars.
• Select, assign, and commission content that fits the publication’s focus and audience.
• Work with writers, designers, and subject-matter specialists throughout the editorial cycle.
• Edit, proofread, and verify facts to ensure high-quality, accurate, and clear articles.
• Maintain a consistent voice, structure, and style across all magazine content.
• Track design, layout, and production timelines and help keep the publication on schedule.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and clients to align content with communication goals.
• Monitor current policy and public affairs developments to identify story ideas and editorial opportunities.
• Support the organization’s broader publishing plans and strategy.

Requirements

• Solid experience in editorial work, including planning content, editing copy, and proofreading, preferably in magazines or long-form publications.
• Strong writing and narrative-building ability, with the skill to simplify complex policy, business, and social topics.
• Interest in or exposure to public affairs, policy advocacy, media, communications, government, industry, or development-related work.
• Ability to coordinate smoothly with writers, designers, and outside contributors while managing editorial processes and deadlines.
• Excellent research and fact-checking abilities, along with a strong eye for detail and ethical publishing practices.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, Public Policy, or a similar discipline, or equivalent professional background.
• Willingness to work from the Patna office and handle multiple assignments in a fast-moving, collaborative setting.
• Working knowledge of publishing software, content management systems, and the print/digital magazine production process is helpful.

Additional Information

This role is based in Patna, Bihar, India and is intended for on-site full-time work. No salary, stipend, number of vacancies, start date, or application deadline was specified in the source content.