The Centre for Law and Policy Research (CLPR) is a not-for-profit trust dedicated to making the Constitution work for everyone through law and policy research, social and governance interventions, and strategic impact litigation. Our primary focus is on addressing discrimination at the intersections of caste, gender, disability, and other minority groups.
About the Position and Role:
The Project Coordinator will report to the Director of Operations and the Executive Director and handle operational and administrative functions for the Constitution Defenders Fellowship. This is a full-time opportunity based out of Bangalore.
About the Constitution Defenders Fellowship:
People from marginalised communities face additional challenges in accessing justice, whether through a lack of knowledge or through a lack of access to trained lawyers who are able to help them navigate the legal system and assist them in the full enjoyment of their rights.
The Constitution Defenders Fellowship aims to bridge this gap in access to justice by offering training to early and mid-career lawyers, so that they are better able to render aid to their communities. Over time, CLPR hopes to have trained a cadre of lawyers who will undertake work at the grassroots, thereby enabling access to justice for underserved communities.
Responsibilities will include:
A. Project Planning and Implementation
- Undertake day-to-day management of the project to ensure smooth implementation
- Ensure regular meetings with Constitution Defender Fellows are held and records maintained
- Report regularly to management on project implementation
- Manage project budgets
- Ensure timely drafting of high-quality project reports to document project achievements and challenges
- Actively participate in all aspects of planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation of the project
B. Capacity Building, Advocacy and Partnerships
- Support the organization of workshops/bootcamps, seminars and other project activities
- Establish and maintain partnerships with stakeholders, CSOs, NGOs, governments and donors
- Perform other duties related to the project as assigned by the management.
C. Required Skills
- Minimum 2 years work experience in project management
- Strong communication and reporting skills
- Event/Training Management skills
- Budget management experience is desirable
- Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation will be a plus
- Non-profit experience is desirable
D. Education
- Undergraduate degree in Law (preferred) or social sciences from a recognized university
- Master’s degree in Law (preferred) or social sciences
E. Remuneration
Commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
F. How to Apply
Please send your application to careers.clpr@clpr.org.in with the subject line: “Your Name_Application for Project Coordinator 2025”
Attach:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- At least 1 professional reference
CLPR is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages persons from SC/ST backgrounds, minority religions, LGBTQIA+ persons, and persons with disabilities to apply.