Opportunity for youth to work in the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections by applying for India Elects Fellowship. The last date for the application is Dec 25, 2023.
About India Elects Fellowship
The India Elects Fellowship is a transformative three-month program designed for young individuals passionate about politics. This unique opportunity allows you to support inspiring Lok Sabha candidates from various national and regional parties in the 2024 General Elections, directly impacting the electoral process.
With a focus on hands-on involvement, the Fellowship invites 50 fellows to assist 10 Lok Sabha candidates, offering a blend of political intelligence, campaign strategy, social media management, and more. Celebrating India’s 75th year of independence, this Fellowship aligns with a pivotal moment in the nation’s democratic journey.
Number of Fellows
50
Why Apply for India Elects Fellowship?
- Work closely with a potential Member of Parliament
- Develop crucial political campaigning & leadership skills
- Network with national leaders, grassroots workers and other key stakeholders
- Understand the social-cultural diversity within a constituency in India through elections
- Launch a career in politics by exploring new pathways for everyday citizens to play a role in election
- Opportunity to contribute towards building a robust democracy
Who is it for?
- If you’re passionate about politics and want to contribute meaningfully towards the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 2024.
- If you have skills in data analysis, mobilization, social media, event management, campaign organizing et cetera.
- People from diverse professional backgrounds, including but not limited to political party, social sector, political consulting, media, law, management, and IT.
Selection Process
There are 3 stages in the selection process:
- Stage 1: Shortlisting of Written application form
- Stage 2: Video Interview
- Stage 3: In-person 3-day boot camp in Delhi & Hyderabad
Potential MP Candidates
- We would be working with and supporting 10 diverse leaders from various national and regional parties who are planning to contest the 2024 General Elections.
- In our pursuit of principled leadership in politics, our focus is on leaders committed to service, with a clean track record in public life and belief in Constitutional values.
Learning Process
- The selected fellows will be attending an intensive residential induction in February in Delhi before being assigned to their teams in their respective constituencies.
- Each Fellow will be assigned a Mentor from the ISD Team. During the fellowship, there will be online engagement, check-ins and ground visits by ISD core team members to provide support to the fellows.
- The fellowship will end with a 5-day residential learning program in May 2024.
- Fellows are expected to stay in the constituencies during the 3 months of the fellowship ie; February 16, 2024, to May 12, 2024*
- (*Dates may vary based on election schedule)
Fellows Allocation & Honorarium
Fellows will be matched with candidates based on skill set, gender balance, language and political alignment. They will be provided with boarding and lodging facilities free of cost by the Lok Sabha candidates. A monthly honorarium of INR 5,000 is available to 10 women and transgender fellows on a need basis. This fellowship requires a full-time commitment and precludes parallel engagements. Fellows will be expected to adhere to a strict code of conduct, ensuring dedication and professionalism throughout the program.
Age Limit
Age 21 – 40 years
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can directly apply through this link.
Deadline
December 25, 2023.
Contact Details
- Mobile Number: +91 93190 12765
- Email Id: contact@indianschoolofdemocracy.org
- Address: B-117 first floor, Sarvodaya Enclave, Adchini, New Delhi 110017
