Lead - Land Rights

Location: Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh (with regular travel to Sheopur and Shivpuri)
Experience: Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
Compensation: ₹40,000 - ₹45,000 /month
Closes on: 19 April 2026

Role

The Lead of Land Rights guides a dedicated team to help Sahariya families secure their land and find justice. You will bridge the gap between grassroots legal aid and high-level policy work, ensuring immediate land disputes are resolved while building better systems for the future.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of land rights projects and workplans aligned with community goals.
• Guide the legal team in identifying land disputes and navigating revenue court processes.
• Support Sahariya households in securing relief through administrative and legal channels.
• Manage documentation systems to turn field data into evidence for policy reform and advocacy.
• Build civic-tech solutions and processes to address land governance issues at a systemic level.
• Coordinate with government departments and revenue authorities to solve community challenges.
• Supervise lawyers, researchers, and paralegals to ensure effective team operations.
• Represent the organization in meetings with partners, funders, and government stakeholders.
• Assist in writing research briefs, reports, and public statements regarding land justice.
• Collaborate with other internal teams to link land rights with broader social justice efforts.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Law (LLB).
• 4-5 years of professional experience in research, policy, or advocacy in the development sector.
• Deep understanding of land governance systems, revenue processes, and land records.
• Familiarity with the specific challenges faced by PVTGs is preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role managing a team.
• Proficiency in both Hindi and English (written and oral).
• Strong commitment to working with marginalized or indigenous communities.
• Proven ability to build partnerships with donor organizations and partner NGOs.
• Technical skills in managing data and using digital tools for administrative tracking.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to represent the community effectively.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead high-impact work for one of India's most vulnerable tribal groups.
• A supportive and mission-driven team culture focused on justice and equity.
• Professional growth through involvement in strategic planning and fundraising.
• Reimbursement for all work-related travel costs.
• Initial one-year contract with clear potential for renewal based on mutual agreement.

Apply

Interested candidates can apply through the below button before 19 April 2026. For reference please go through the document

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written assessment in late April, followed by an interview in early May.

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