Location: New Delhi. Office-based.

Nature of Job: Full-time. Three month contract (renewable)

Remuneration: Rs. 25,000-35,000 based on experience

We are looking for a lawyer interested in conducting interdisciplinary research on complex socio-economic issues. In this fellowship, you will have the chance to work on exciting research projects surrounding land and natural resources conflicts. If you are interested in working with a variety of data, both qualitative and quantitative, and being a part of groundbreaking research, this position will be for you! 

To apply, please fill out the Google form here.

ABOUT LAND CONFLICT WATCH

Land Conflict Watch (LCW) is an award-winning, multidisciplinary research agency that generates data and insights from the field to address systemic issues underlying natural-resource governance, climate change and environment. It has built the country’s first and largest database of ongoing land disputes in which the public is contesting changes in land use or ownership. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Legal Research Fellow will:

• Conduct legal research for various ongoing projects. This includes analysis of technical documents such as Social Impact Assessment and Environmental Impact Assessment reports for infrastructure projects, as well as existing legislation and policy related to land governance.
• Conduct data collection for ongoing research projects related to land conflicts. This includes filing RTI requests, finding pending court cases related to the conflict, and  communicating with affected communities.
• Aid in legal review of ongoing land conflicts, which involves conducting an independent analysis of applicable laws and policy for each land conflict.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

• Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Law
• Approximately 1-2 years of experience in either litigation or legal research with research organisations/think-tanks. Freshers with exceptional portfolios will also be welcome.
• The selected candidate will be expected to start on June 20, 2024.

Land Conflict Watch is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, disability, race or class. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and those from disadvantaged groups will be preferred.

Deadline: The last day for applications is June 20, 2024.

Location: New Delhi. Office-based
Nature of Job: Full-time or part-time arrangements (including retainership) to suit the availability of the candidate.
Remuneration: Competitive with market, based on the time commitment and qualification of the candidate

Does complex data excite you ? Does socio-economic research set your brain ablaze ? Do you think reporting can be made more impactful with visual storytelling? Can you translate dense, analytical text into accessible artwork? Can you harness social media and its tools to create visually compelling narratives? 

Land Conflict Watch (LCW) is looking for a Visual Communication Designer and/or Illustrator to help convey its research to a diverse audience and drive engagement.

To apply, please fill out the Google form here.

ABOUT LAND CONFLICT WATCH

Land Conflict Watch (LCW) is an award-winning, multidisciplinary research agency that generates data and insights from the field to address systemic issues underlying natural-resource governance, climate change and environment. It has built the country’s first and largest database of ongoing land disputes in which the public is contesting changes in land use or ownership. LCW’s public-facing research goes out in many forms, including media articles, research reports, policy briefs, newsletters, blogs, social media posts and videos.   

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Design Associate will be responsible for Publication Design, Art Direction and reimagining Brand Identity. They will

• Design innovative layouts for the research and editorial output of LCW: short-form and long-form text (news articles, op-eds, deep dives), data-based reports, analytical reports, photo stories, policy briefs, newsletters, blogs, social media content, factsheets and videos.
• Design solutions with high visual impact: Illustrations and infographics for the research and editorial output of LCW.
• Ideate and implement innovative visual storytelling and collaterals (posters, flyers etc) suited to contemporary web and social media layouts, and events and exhibitions.
• Shape the visual aspect of the website.
• Develop and execute overall design strategy for the organisation.

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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

• Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Design Communication or related fields
• Approximately 1-2  years of experience in communication design with news media/research organisations/think-tanks (though fresh graduates with exceptional portfolios are welcome to apply)
• Strong illustration and visual communication skills and proficiency in all standard design software, including creative suites such as Adobe (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), and Canva. Working knowledge of video editing software and UI design will be an advantage
• Familiarity with the functioning of social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and other advertising tools 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work with multiple team members in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines
• Ability to comprehend dense socio-economic and legal research and complex data

Land Conflict Watch is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of caste, gender, sexual orientation, disability, race or class. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and those from disadvantaged groups will be preferred.

Deadline: The last day for applications is 20 June 2024