Are you a Mumbai-based young professional with energy and drive who is committed to human rights and access to justice? Then CHRI has a challenging position for you in a fascinating project that aims to bring change at the ground level.
The Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative (www.humanrightsinitiative.org) is looking for a Project Associate who can work with us to strengthen the City Core Group (CCG), a Mumbai-based civil society network with over 40 members that works to facilitate improved police response to women safety and gender-based violence in the city. The work will involve:
The Project Associate will work in close consultation with our Project Lead who is based in Mumbai and implement project activities in Mumbai.
Essential Qualifications
The candidate should be a good researcher, networker, advocate and team player. The candidate must be able to keep up with developments on policing in the city, research contemporary trends, write and present well and be conversant with process documentation.
Candidates should have:
Location, Duration and Remuneration
The position is located in Mumbai. The duration of the contract is from 1 March 2023 – 30 September 2024. Remuneration will be commensurate with knowledge and experience levels and will be in the range of Rs. 35,000 – Rs. 42,000 per month.
Application Procedure
Please apply with:
▪ 1 page cover letter explaining why you think you are suitable for the job
▪ Recent Résumé
▪ Two original writing samples indicative research, analysis and writing skills (no more than 4 pages)
▪ Contact details of two references, who can vouch for your professional competence
Applications should be sent only by email to Ms. Vinu S at vinu@humanrightsinitiative.org, with a cc to devyani@humanrightsinitiative.org by Friday, 3 February, 2023. . Please mention in the subject line: Project Associate Mumbai, Police Reforms.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Eligible candidates belonging to the marginalised and vulnerable sections of society are encouraged to apply.