Fellowship in Mumbai/Patna – Programme Officer – Koshish,Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Koshish is an excellent fellowship opportunity for the postgraduates who are interested to work in the Social Sector. Koshish works on various issues related to poverty, beggary and destitution, the criminal justice system and social development. The application deadline is 10th August, 2013- hurry!
About Koshish: – Koshish views the social inclusion of the homeless and the destitute to be the prime responsibility of the government, whereby improved structures can be ensured towards the betterment of the people. Koshish started as a field action project of Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), in Mumbai in August, 2006 with an aim to address the issues of homelessness, destitution and beggary. From an emotional response to what one saw in the inhumane environment of an institution to a well-directed and strategic intervention model, Koshish has evolved through various phases, accommodating the growing needs and circumstances of the field.
About the fellowship: – Selected candidates will be working on the various aspects of the project: research, vocational training program, employers’ collective, volunteer engagement program and campaign building, working with homeless groups.
# of internships available: – 4
Who can apply: – All postgraduates, especially the ones from Social Work, Law, Media and Arts backgrounds are invited to apply. Students who have experience in research/ documentation/ community service or those who are prepared to work independently will be preferred.
Location: – Mumbai, Patna.
Work from home available: – No
Duration: – 1 – 2 years
Start date: – As soon as possible
Stipend: –Rs 23,000/- per month + Medical Insurance + Travel and phone expenses related to program would be provided by the organization.
Internship specific question: – Along with your application please upload answers to the following internship specific questions (.pdf, .doc, .rtf, <1MB): –
1. Why do you want to work with Koshish?
2. Your position on beggary.
3. What would you bring in as a team during your stay at Koshish?
Note: – Students should send in their answers along with their recent photograph (please affix it in the word document) and also highlight any specific skills/ interests they might have.
How to apply: – If all set, go ahead and apply here. The last date for applications is 10th August, 2013 – Hurry!
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