Project Coordinator (Child Law and Policy) at National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS)
The National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) is inviting applications for the position of Project Coordinator (Child Law and Policy) under the PRATICRIA Initiative for Child Rights, Protection and Mental Health. The position offers a consolidated fellowship of ₹80,000 and is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
The opportunity is suited to legal professionals and researchers with experience in child rights, child protection, human rights, legal research and policy-related work.
About National Institute of Advanced Studies
The National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) is an Indian multidisciplinary research institute based in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The institution commenced operations on 20 June 1988, with Dr. Raja Ramanna serving as its founder director.
NIAS undertakes interdisciplinary research and academic activities across various fields.
About the Job
The position of Project Coordinator (Child Law and Policy) involves working on matters relating to child rights, child protection, law and policy under the PRATICRIA initiative.
The selected candidate will contribute to research, coordination and related activities concerning child protection systems, juvenile justice, human rights and policy issues.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the following requirements:
Hold a Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B.); an LL.M. is preferred.
Have evidence of written work and documentation in child rights, child protection, law, policy or human rights.
Possess at least four years of experience in legal research on human rights-related subjects and/or practising before a court of law, representing vulnerable witnesses or handling human rights issues, preferably with a focus on child rights, through internships or professional engagement.
Have a strong understanding of the child protection system, including juvenile justice and laws relating to child sexual abuse.
Possess strong oral and written English communication skills.
Be fluent in spoken Hindi.
Have the ability to coordinate and communicate with government bodies and other systems or agencies.
Be willing to travel frequently within India.
Have one to two journal publications.
Possess six months to one year of training and teaching experience in child law and protection issues.
Fellowship
The selected candidate will receive a consolidated fellowship of ₹80,000.
Location
National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS), Indian Institute of Science Campus, Bengaluru – 560012, Karnataka, India.
Last Date to Apply
11 November 2026.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format to:
Dr Sheila Ramaswamy
Adjunct Faculty and Chief Scientist Head
PRATICRIA Initiative for Child Rights, Protection and Mental Health
National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS)
Indian Institute of Science Campus
Bengaluru – 560012, India.
Applications must also be sent via email to applicationsnias@gmail.com on or before 11 November 2026.
Candidates should ensure that their applications are submitted in the prescribed format before the deadline.