Research Fellow - Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy ABOUT VIDHI CENTRE FOR LEGAL POLICY The Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy ( Vidhi ) is an independent think tank doing legal research to make better laws and improve governance for the public good. Vidhi is committed to producing legal research of the highest standard with the aim of informing public debate and contributing to improved governance. Vidhi works with Ministries of the Government of India and State Governments, the judiciary, as well as other public institutions, providing research, drafting support, and recommendations to improve governance. Vidhi also conducts and freely disseminates independent research in areas of legal reform which it believes is critical to India s future. ROLE DESCRIPTION Research Fellows at Vidhi work closely with their teams to conduct legal and policy research, draft publications, and contribute to evidence-based law and governance reform. In this role, the Fellow will begin their term with the JALDI (Justice, Access and Lowering Delays in India) team , working on issues related to judicial reform and access to justice and contributing to ongoing research and reform efforts on judicial administration and access to justice, while also being part of an institutional pool of researchers who work with other teams during their tenure, based on organisational needs and individual strengths. Essential requirements Excellent legal research and writing skills Excellent communication skills Ability to work on multiple tasks and work on tight deadlines when necessary Comfortable working with interdisciplinary teams Desirable requirements 1-3 years of demonstrable work experience A demonstrable interest in judicial reform or access to justice Knowledge or experience of monitoring and evaluating projects Ability to speak and communicate in different Indian languages Ability to analyse data This is a full-time position. Preference will be given to those willing to work in Bangalore. However, applicants willing to work in Delhi, Mumbai, or Chennai are also welcome to apply. Remuneration will be competitive, in line with experience and the existing structure at Vidhi. Interested candidates should apply through our online portal by filling in the required details in the application form and uploading the following documents as a single PDF file under the head Upload resume : Latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) (not exceeding two A4 pages). Statement of interest (maximum of 500 words) explaining why the candidate is best suited for this position. Essay (maximum of 500 words) outlining three areas of reform which the applicant believes can help improve access to justice in India. Names and contact details of two references. File naming format: Please ensure that the uploaded PDF file is named FirstName_LastName_PositionName . The deadline to submit applications is 15 July 2025 (Tuesday) at 11:59 PM . Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only applications submitted through the online portal will be reviewed. Please do not email resumes and cover letters; only queries may be sent via email to careers@vidhilegalpolicy.in with the subject line Query Research Fellow, JALDI . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 15 days of the deadline. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities... Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information. Non-necessary Non-necessary Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
Samvidhaan Fellowship Manager - Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy Nyaaya is an open-access, digital resource that provides simple, actionable, reliable, and accessible legal information to Indian citizens. We want to enable access to information about the law in multiple Indian languages so that citizens can access justice irrespective of their background. Description of position As Nyaaya s Samvidhaan Fellowship Manager, you will be at the forefront of our mission of enabling access to justice to the last mile, and to empower citizens with relevant legal knowledge in Hindi and Marathi This role is designed for a professional who is committed to advancing legal empowerment and social justice, and who can strengthen the connection between communities and the law. Candidates from Maharashtra or with strong familiarity with its socio-political context are preferred. Responsibilities As the Samvidhaan Fellow, your responsibilities will include the following: Identify and engage partner organizations working on issues of women and children, establish collaborations, and manage relationships with lawyers and community stakeholders; Run fellow recruitment and application processes, oversee selection, and ensure smooth onboarding of selected fellows; Conduct weekly check-ins with fellows to track progress and provide guidance; Support Samvidhaan Fellows in designing and implementing legal awareness and community engagement initiatives; Strengthen collaborations with civil society organizations, local institutions, and community networks to expand the reach of legal education programs; Oversee workshops, campaigns, and field-level initiatives that improve citizens understanding of their rights and responsibilities; Provide guidance to fellows to align interventions with social justice principles and relevant laws; Track fellowship activities, capture learnings, and refine programs for greater effectiveness; Oversee the dissemination of Nyaaya s legal content, ensuring it reaches target communities effectively; Review and adapt legal content in Hindi and Marathi to ensure clarity, accessibility, and cultural relevance; and Spend time on the field as and when required with fellows for research, advocacy and coordination. Requirements Minimum three years of experience in either practicing or teaching law or working in a socio-legal organisation. You must possess exceptional proficiency in the Hindi language, both written and verbal. Strong preference will be given to candidates with proficiency in Marathi. Strong leadership abilities are essential for effectively guiding and collaborating with our diverse team of lawyers. You should exhibit a proactive approach in leading and motivating team members to achieve common goals. The role involves close interaction with multiple state and NGO partners and government stakeholders like the District Legal Services Authority etc. Your capacity to establish and maintain productive relationships with these stakeholders will be crucial in ensuring the seamless execution of Nyaaya Hindi s goals and objectives. Experience of working on issues related to access to justice at the grassroots. Prior experience in research and advocacy on socio-legal issues. Desired Strong familiarity with Maharashtra s socio-cultural and legal context, ideally with prior experience living in the state. Ability to create engaging, accessible video content in Hindi for diverse audiences. Proficiency in social media platforms and digital outreach strategies to effectively disseminate legal content. Experience in legal research and content writing in Hindi is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to plan and manage community-level engagement initiatives. Willingness and comfort in traveling to grassroots and remote locations to support field interventions. Ability to understand grassroots governance and policy issues and link them to state level policy issues. What s in it for you Work in a small, dynamic team where awareness, litigation, grievance redressal, and enabling access to policies and schemes are valued equally as tools of intervention. Collaborate with grassroots organizations to scale impact and support citizens in understanding and exercising their rights. Contribute in a non-hierarchical environment with opportunities to ideate, design, and execute solutions. Make a tangible impact by transforming how citizens engage with and experience the law. This is a full-time position, with a probation period of 3 months. The position will be based out of Mumbai, Maharashtra.
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