Full Time
New Delhi
Posted 11 months ago

Website Indian School of Democracy

Indian School of Democracy Indian School of Democracy is a non partisan organization, to nurture principled political leaders & helpyouth get into politics through our programs

Vision: Redefining public leadership

Mission: Nurture principled leaders with moral courage and imagination, to work on strengthening Indian democracy through politics.

Our How: Indian School of Democracy (ISD) runs short and long programs called She Represents, Democracy Express and The Good Politician. We nurture leaders who will be the epitome of principled leadership, and will serve the nation with a goal to reach the unreached. We work with aspiring political leaders, and create pathways for them to serve through politics after our programs.

About the Team: We encourage political, geographical, religious, gender and other forms of diversity. You can read about the team on our website.

1. Outreach Senior Manager

Role of Outreach Senior Manager

The Senior Manager, Outreach will be designing and leading the outreach processes for all our short-term and long-term programs. Given that our programs are non-partisan and invite a politically and demographically diverse audience, openness to interact and build relationships across political ideologies is a must. They will also be managing the partnerships with politicians and grassroots organisations.

As an organisation, ISD wants to build a strong team while ensuring the team’s personal growth. At this point, we need someone who is ready to commit 3-4 years in this role, to build the institution. In your role as Senior Manager, of Outreach, you will work on the following:

Outreach

Curate a diverse applicant pool for all the programs
Manage Outreach for all the long-term and short-term programs
Co-create outreach and marketing strategies for the programs
Build and manage relationships with political leaders, grassroots organisations and media
Conduct Outreach events – virtually and in person
Manage team members and interns during application windows of programs
Coordinate with program, selection, communication teams and tech vendors
Identify high-potential applicants for the programs

Partnerships

Research on potential partnerships with political parties and grassroots organisations
Build partnerships with leaders across party lines and grassroots organisations
Create engagement processes for nurturing relationships
Conduct events and mini-programs in collaboration with partners
Attend political events and programs

Qualifications and Skills:

Masters’ degree
At least 6-8 years of full-time professional experience, specific outreach/partnerships experience will help
Experience in relationship management and political networking
Ability to engage and build personal relationships with people from diverse and opposing political ideologies
Political knowledge and interest in democratic processes strongly preferred
Experience of holding group spaces
Great communication skills in English and Hindi
Conscientiousness, discipline, rigour and ability to take/give feedback
Entrepreneurial, resourceful, frugality, and sense of possibility
Ability and willingness to work with people from across the political spectrum

Location: Based in New Delhi

Compensation: Remuneration will be based on competency and we will be building ISD together. The salary range for this role will be 8-9.5 lakhs per annum to begin with. We are hoping you grow with the organization, and we will revise salaries as we grow.

Application Process: To apply, please fill this form to help us get to know you better. Note that you will need a Gmail id to apply.

If shortlisted, there will be pre-work, followed by two interviews, and a 2-day in-person final round in Delhi. Write to contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org if you have any questions.

The selection process can take up to 3-4 weeks to complete. The expected start date is May/June 2024, but we are flexible with that.

Apply Now: https://bit.ly/JoinISD2024

2.Program Manager

Role of Program Manager:

As an organisation our theory of change is to nurture young political leadership through our flagship programs – Democracy Express, She Represents and The Good Politician. We also hope to start some more online and weekend programs. Each program is carefully designed and curated to meet the needs of our target audiences. For ISD these programs and the quality of learning we provide are extremely important for us and they build the identity we carry. Our programs are non-partisan and invite a politically and demographically diverse audience. Beyond in-house sessions and content, we also invite expert practitioners, politicians and academics to provide depth and rigour in all our programs. At this point, we need someone who is ready to commit 3-4 years in this role, to build the institution.

In your role as Program Manager, you will:

Program Design, Research & Facilitation

Secondary research to build a need based customised curriculum
Program design and implementation
Technical and process based session design and planning
Small group and large group facilitation (online and offline)
Create learning for different kinds of political audiences, both in english and hindi
Build partnerships and manage external faculty, other organisations etc.

Qualifications and Skills:

Masters’ degree in political science, policy or a relevant field
4-6 years of full-time professional experience
Prior experience in program design, curriculum and session planning
Political knowledge and interest in Indian Politics strongly preferred
Understanding of adult learning
Extensive experience in small group and large group facilitation
Strong communication skills in English & Hindi, one more Indian language will be an added benefit
Attention to detail, process orientation and working in uncertainty
Conscientious, disciplined, committed to rigor in all aspects of work
Entrepreneurial, frugal with the ability to give and receive feedback
Ability and willingness to work with people from across the political spectrum

Location: Based in New Delhi

Compensation: Remuneration will be based on competency and we will be building ISD together. Salary range for this role will be 7-8 lakhs per annum to begin with. We are hoping you grow with the organisation, and we will revise salaries as we grow.

Application Process: To apply, please fill this form to help us get to know you better. Note that you will need a gmail id to apply.

If shortlisted, there will be pre-work, followed by two interviews, and a 2-day in-person final round in Delhi. Write to contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org if you have any questions.

Selection process can take up to 3-4 weeks to complete. Expected start date is May/June 2024 but we are flexible with that.

Apply Now: https://bit.ly/JoinISD24

3 .COO

The COO will work with the co-founders in managing the organisational learning and also lead some verticals.

Prior experience in organisational development, managing teams and partnerships is crucial for this role.

Application Process: You will be working with us as Chief Operating Officer. We will co-create the JD so if you are interested in applying, you can email us at contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org with your CV and a cover letter.

Past Experience needed:

Masters’ degree
Atleast 14-18 years of full-time professional experience
Org development experience
Political background preferred
Experience of managing teams
Prior experience of managing partnerships and stakeholder management
Strong communication skills in English & Hindi, one more Indian language will be an added benefit
Attention to detail, process orientation and working in uncertainty
Conscientious, disciplined, committed to rigour in all aspects of work
Entrepreneurial, frugal with the ability to give and receive feedback
Ability and willingness to work with people from across the political spectrum

Location: Based in New Delhi

Compensation: Remuneration will be based on competency and we will be building ISD together. Salary range for this role will be 18-20 lakhs per annum to begin with. We are hoping you grow with the organisation, and we will revise salaries as we grow.

If you would like to know more about the role and want to have a conversation, please send your CV and questions to contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org

If shortlisted, there will be pre-work, followed by two interviews, and a 2-day in-person final round in Delhi. Write to contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org if you have any questions.

Selection process can take up to 3-4 weeks to complete. Expected start date is May/June 2024, but we are flexible with that.

4. Program and Selection Associate

Role of Program and Selection Associate:

As an organisation, our theory of change is to nurture young political leadership. Our chosen platform of nurturing is through our flagship programs – Democracy Express, She Represents and The Good Politician. We also hope to start some more online and weekend programs. Each of these programs are thoughtfully designed and the curriculum and faculty is carefully curated to meet the needs of our target audiences. For ISD these programs and the quality of learning we provide are extremely important for us. Our programs are non-partisan and invite a politically and demographically diverse audience.

As an organisation, ISD wants to build a strong team while ensuring team’s personal growth. At this point, we need someone who is ready to commit 3-4 years in this role, to build the institution. In your role as Program and Selection Associate, you will work on

Program Design, Research & Facilitation

Secondary research to build a need-based customised curriculum
Session design, concept notes
Technical and reflective session planning, & resource preparation
Support program team in facilitation of individual sessions both online and offline
Create learning for different kinds of political audiences, both in English and hindi
Logistical support during residential programs

Selection, Process management

Application form and data management during selection cycles of different programs
Coordination with members of the selection team, internal and external
Support with reviewing applications and interviews
Communication and coordination with applicants
End-of-cycle synthesis and knowledge harvesting

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree, ideally in political science, policy or a relevant field
2 years of full-time professional experience
Prior experience in program design, curriculum and session planning
Political knowledge and interest in Indian Politics
Proficiency in process and data management
Experience in small-group or large-group facilitation, and adult learning
Strong communication skills in English & Hindi, one more Indian language will be an added benefit
Attention to detail, process-oriented and can manage to work in uncertainty
Conscientious, disciplined, committed to rigour in all aspects of work and professional
Entrepreneurial, frugal with the ability to give and receive feedback
Ability and willingness to work with people from across the political spectrum

Location: Based in New Delhi

Compensation: The salary range for this role will be 3..5-4.5 lakhs per annum to begin with. We are hoping you grow with the organisation, and we will revise salaries as we grow.

Application Process: To apply, please fill out this form to help us get to know you better. Note that you will need a Gmail id to apply.

If shortlisted, there will be pre-work, followed by two interviews, and a 2-day in-person final round in Delhi. Write to contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org if you have any questions.

The selection process can take up to 3-4 weeks to complete. The expected start date is March 2024 but we are flexible with that.

Apply Now: https://bit.ly/JoinISD2024

5. Organisation Associate

In your role as Organisation Associate, you will work on

Secondary research to support program, communications and research
Application form and data management during selection cycles of different programs
Assist in drafting and editing communication materials such as newsletters and social media posts.
Coordinate with multiple verticals for smooth functioning
Small group facilitation during programs
Regular coordination with ISD stakeholders over call
Provide logistical support for events, workshops, and meetings organised at ISD.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree
2 years of full-time professional experience
Research and analytical skills
Written communication skills
Proficiency in process and data management
Attention to detail, process-oriented and can manage to work in uncertainty
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Conscientious, disciplined, committed to rigour in all aspects of work and professional
Entrepreneurial, frugal with the ability to give and receive feedback
Ability and willingness to work with people from across the political spectrum

Location: Based in New Delhi

Compensation: The salary range for this role will be 3..5-4.5 lakhs per annum to begin with. We are hoping you grow with the organisation, and we will revise salaries as we grow.

Application Process: To apply, please fill out this form to help us get to know you better. Note that you will need a Gmail id to apply.

If shortlisted, there will be pre-work, followed by two interviews, and a 2-day in-person final round in Delhi. Write to contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org if you have any questions.

The selection process can take up to 3-4 weeks to complete. The expected start date is May/June 2024 but we are flexible with that.

Apply Now: https://bit.ly/JoinISD2024

6. Admin and Finance Associate

Role of Admin and Finance Associate:

As an organisation, our theory of change is to nurture young political leadership through our programs – Democracy Express, She Represents and The Good Politician and our deeper constituency-level work called ‘ Sarvodaya Champions’.

As an Admin & Finance Associate, you will be responsible for the admin and financial operations of the organisation. We are a Section 8 company with multiple accounting and financial compliance requirements, you will be responsible for managing and executing these processes. For the administrative role, you will be managing the processes for program residentials, coordinating with vendors, alumni, participants etc.

As an organisation, ISD wants to build a strong team while ensuring the team’s personal growth. At this point, we need someone ready to commit 3-4 years in this role, to build the institution.

Roles and Responsibilities

Executing the admin responsibilities
Managing logistics for the program residentials and team programs
Coordinating with external vendors
Developing and maintaining administrative processes
Managing accounts and bookkeeping for the organisation
Preparing annual statements and monitoring financial information
Budgeting the finances for the residential programs
Managing salaries, leaves, reimbursements and other finances

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in commerce/accounting/management
2 years of full-time professional experience; (this is a non-negotiable)
Prior experience with managing accounts, finances and logistics
Understanding of accounting rules, and bookkeeping processes preferably for an NGO
Practical experience with accounting software, spreadsheets (such as MS Excel), and databases
Good mathematical and data analysis skills
Experience in vendor management
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Attention to detail, process-oriented and can manage to work in uncertainty
Conscientious, disciplined, committed to rigour in all aspects of work and professional
Entrepreneurial, frugal with the ability to give and receive feedback
Ability and willingness to work with people from across the political spectrum

Location: Based in New Delhi, with occasional travel required, including attendance at residential programs as needed.

Compensation: Remuneration will be based on competency and we will be building ISD together. The salary range for this role will be 3.5-4.5 lakhs per annum to begin with. We are hoping you grow with the organisation, and we will revise salaries as we grow.

Application Process: To apply, please fill out this form to help us get to know you better. Note that you will need a Gmail ID to apply.

If shortlisted, there will be pre-work, followed by two interviews, and a 2-day in-person final round in Delhi. Write to contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org if you have any questions.

The selection process can take up to 3-4 weeks to complete.

Apply Now: https://bit.ly/JoinISD2024

7. Fundraising Senior Associate

Role of Fundraising Sr Associate:

As a start up we are responsible for raising the resources and expenses for the organisation as well as our programs. One of our core principles is to remain non-partisan and inclusive. For this, it is important that we don’t build an institution funded by a few people with a certain political leaning or interest. We want ISD to be co-owned by everyone and we invite both small and big contributions from everyone.

Within fundraising, we are working to invest in high net worth (HNI) individuals, foundations as well as using a crowdfunding platform to raise our money. As a fundraising associate you would be working closely with the co-founders of ISD and supporting this work. At this point, we need someone who is ready to commit 3-4 years in this role, to build the institution.

In your role as Fundraising Senior Associate, you will work on:

Fundraising Research & Grant Writing

Create and manage crowdfunding campaigns
Doing secondary research to find potential donors
Building a retail pipeline of funders
Writing grant and funding proposals
Setting up a tech system for regular follow ups
Calling retail donors at set intervals for feedback and renewal of commitment

Relationship Building

Sending written communication and follow ups with current donors
Planning and coordinating meetings and events
Relationship building and investing regarding the organisation
Managing the online crowdfunding platform

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in business, policy or a relevant field
3-4 years of full-time professional experience; (this is a non negotiable)
Prior experience with fundraising, crowdfunding or grant related work strongly preferred
Experience in primary/secondary research skills
Great communication skills in English & Hindi, one more Indian language will be an added benefit
Attention to detail, process oriented and can manage to work in uncertainty
Conscientious, disciplined, committed to rigor in all aspects of work and professional
Entrepreneurial, frugal with the ability to give and receive feedback
Ability and willingness to work with people from across the political spectrum

Location: Based in New Delhi

Compensation: Remuneration will be based on competency and we will be building ISD together. Salary range for this role will be 5-6 lakhs per annum to begin with. We are hoping you grow with the organization, and we will revise salaries as we grow.

Application Process: To apply, please fill this form to help us get to know you better. Note that you will need a gmail id to apply.

If shortlisted, there will be pre-work, followed by two interviews, and a 2-day in-person final round in Delhi. Write to contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org if you have any questions.

Selection process can take up to 3-4 weeks to complete. Expected start date is May/June 2024 but we are flexible with that.

Apply Now: https://bit.ly/JoinISD2024

9. Communications Senior Associate

Role of Communication Senior Associate: Our main stakeholders are young people who will eventually redefine public leadership. The long term and short-term programs, finds and nurtures these seeds of public leadership. Online and offline communications and outreach are a crucial part of this journey. ISD relies heavily on social media, online and offline communication and marketing. Our communication is written, visual and in the forms of documented learning. We need someone who can handle all the dynamic aspects of the online world. As an organisation, ISD wants to build a strong team while ensuring team’s personal growth. At this point, we need someone who is ready to commit 3-4 years in this role, to build the institution. Your responsibilities will be:

Communication:

Manage multiple social media platforms ( Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn etc)
Design posts, responses, strategic advertising boosts etc for online channels and programs
Write articles, newsletters and collaterals for internal and external stakeholders
Manage design needs, and maintain website
Design material for both online and offline events done by ISD
Capture photos and videos during ISD residential programs – manage production, post-production, editing etc.
Create campaigns about politics, youth and women in politics throughout the year to curate information for advocacy and brand-building

Branding Building and Public Relations

Build partnerships relevant stakeholders, alumni and organizations
Reach out to media houses to build presence for India in English and local media outlets (print and digital) through press notes, articles, podcasts, speaking engagements etc.

Campaigns and Outreach

Create and manage crowdfunding campaigns to build retail fundraising vertical of ISD
Create campaigns about politics, youth and women in politics throughout the year to curate information for advocacy and brand building
Oversee the outreach team’s work to ensure we can get maximum applicants for programs from across the country, fulfilling the diversity and inclusion commitments of ISD

Qualifications and Skills we are looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in some communication related field
3-4 years of full-time professional experience; preferably in design and online+offline communication / management (we won’t be able to consider people without full time experience)
Proficiency in Photoshop/ Illustrator/Corel Draw, Excel, MS Word, Powerpoint and Mail Merge
Video Editing
Digital Marketing experience is a must
Social media experience on multiple platforms
Experience in developing visual and written content, handling marketing and outreach through online and offline medium
Public Relations experience- existing relationship with media outlets
Great communication skills in English and Hindi ( Written and oral)
Attention to detail and process orientation
Conscientiousness, discipline, rigor and ability to take/give feedback
Entrepreneurial, resourceful, frugality, and sense of possibility
Ability and willingness to work with people from across the political spectrum

Location: Based in New Delhi; the role entails significant travel across India

Application Process: To apply, please fill this form to help us get to know you better. Note that you will need a gmail id to apply.

If shortlisted, there will be pre-work, followed by two interviews, and a 2-day in-person final round in Delhi. Write to contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org if you have any questions.

The selection process can take up to 3-4 weeks to complete. The expected start date is May/June 2024 but we are flexible with that.

Apply Now: https://bit.ly/JoinISD2024

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