Job Summary
The Global Country Communication (Maharishi’s Global Family Chat) Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering Maharishi’s Global Family Chat, a daily international online broadcast that connects the worldwide Transcendental Meditation community with news of rising invincibility – expansion of teaching, projects, courses, scientific research, new publications from the global Movement, as well as signs of rising invincibility reflected in the international media.
The Global Country Communication Coordinator collaborates with presenters, ministries, departments, and international teams to develop broadcast content, coordinate schedules, facilitate communication, and ensure each programme is delivered professionally and effectively.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate Maharishi’s Global Family Chat
- Plan, organize, and oversee the production and delivery of regular Maharishi’s Global Family Chat broadcasts.
- Develop broadcast schedules and coordinate timelines to ensure each program is prepared and delivered smoothly.
- Ensure each broadcast reflects a high standard of professionalism, cordiality, and quality.
- Collaborate with Rajas, Ministries and Departments
- Work closely with Rajas, ministries and departments to identify meaningful updates, stories, and initiatives to share with the global community.
- Build positive working relationships with contributors and support them throughout the planning and preparation process.
- Encourage clear, timely communication between all participants involved in each broadcast.
- Support Presenters and Guests
- Coordinate presenters, guest speakers, and interviewees before, during, and after broadcasts.
- Assist presenters with scheduling, preparation, and any materials needed for a successful presentation.
- Help presenters feel comfortable and confident while maintaining the overall flow of the program.
- Plan and Organize Content
- Develop engaging broadcast agendas with news of organizational updates, educational content, and community news.
- Ensure information is accurate, relevant, and aligned with the goals of the Movement.
- Help shape content that informs, inspires, and strengthens connection throughout the global Movement.
- Broadcast Coordination
- Coordinate all logistical aspects of each broadcast, working closely with production and technical teams.
- Help ensure all required materials, graphics, presentations, and media assets are prepared in advance and are appropriate and of high quality.
- Monitor production timelines and communicate proactively to keep projects on schedule.
- Foster Global Connection
- Help create an atmosphere of goodwill, inclusion, and shared purpose for participants around the world.
- Support communication that strengthens collaboration and connection across countries, ministries, and departments.
- Contribute ideas that continually enhance the experience and effectiveness of Maharishi’s Global Family Chat.
- Continuous Improvement
- Develop other ways of reaching younger audiences of Meditators through social media and other online platforms.
- Gather feedback from participants and collaborators to improve future broadcasts.
- Identify opportunities to enhance communication, workflows, and audience engagement.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and growth of the Global Family Chat program.
About You
The ideal candidate is someone who is warm, welcoming, and an excellent communicator, with the ability to build trust and cultivate positive relationships with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. They listen with genuine interest, communicate with clarity and kindness, and help others feel heard, supported, and valued.
Someone who is highly organized and dependable. They anticipate needs, embrace challenges with flexibility, and remain calm, resourceful, and solution-oriented when priorities shift. They naturally see the bigger picture while thoughtfully attending to the details.
Someone who takes initiative, follows through on commitments, and approaches their work with professionalism, humility, and integrity. They are equally comfortable working independently and collaboratively, always willing to support others and contribute wherever needed.
Skills and Qualifications
- Certified Teacher of Transcendental Meditation (required).
- Experience coordinating projects, programs, events, or communications involving multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and priorities simultaneously.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, easily and professionally with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a natural ability to build positive relationships and foster collaboration.
- High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity, with an appreciation for working within a diverse international community.
- Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information and internal communications.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and proactive, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
- Calm, adaptable, and resourceful when managing changing priorities and multiple moving parts.
- Sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills.
- Experience working in a global nonprofit organization, with remote teams, or in a multinational environment is preferred.
- Proficiency with online communication and collaboration platforms (such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, or similar) is an asset.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Additional languages are an advantage.
If you are passionate about this work but do not have all of the skills listed we are still interested in speaking with you and encourage you to apply!
Compensation
To be discussed.
Non-monetary compensation and benefits available at MERU include:
- Accommodation and meals on the MERU campus
- Participation in the group programme
- Discounts to Movement courses and course credits
- Advanced technique and TM-Sidhi programme course opportunities where applicable
- Professional training and software licences relevant to the role
- The opportunity to work directly with the Movement's archives and with knowledge material of lasting value