JOB POST: Lead at Zenith Society for Socio-Legal Empowerment, Gwalior [Exp of 4-5 Years; Salary Upto Rs. 45k]: Apply by April 30

About the Organisation

Zenith is a not-for-profit organisation that works towards the social and legal empowerment of the Sahariya community, a particularly vulnerable tribal group (PVTG), in Madhya Pradesh.

Zenith supports the Sahariyas in reclaiming their agency and assists them in their journey of attaining complete empowerment and self-reliance by mitigating socio-legal barriers through initiatives including evidence-based research, litigation, and strategic advocacy.

About the Position

Zenith Society for Socio Legal Empowerment (hereinafter ‘Zenith’) is looking to hire for two leadership positions:

1. Lead, Land Rights
2. Lead, Mool Suvidha & Financial Inclusion

Location

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh with travel to Sheopur and Shivpuri, also in Madhya Pradesh.

Eligibility

• Demonstrated commitment to working with disadvantaged groups or communities.
• An undergraduate degree in law, social sciences or allied disciplines is necessary.
• 4-5 years of experience in conducting research, policy analysis, and/ or advocacy in the rights-based or development sector.
• Strong understanding of how public delivery systems function, particularly in relation to welfare schemes and tribal development policies, is a must.
• Prior experience in a supervisory role is necessary.
• Prior experience in liaisoning with partner organisations as well as with donor organisations is preferred.
• Prior work experience with and/ or knowledge of challenges faced by PVTGs in accessing basic services and financial systems or comparable experience is preferred.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills are essential. Must be proficient in both English and Hindi.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement programmes, projects, and work plans
• Lead a team comprising diverse individuals in identifying and resolving structural issues while simultaneously responding to urgent community needs
• Supervise operations and research

How to Apply?

Interested candidates can apply online via the link given at the end of the post.

Compensation

Between INR 40,000- 45,000 commensurate with competencies and experience.

Deadline

Deadline: 30th April 2026, 11:59 PM IST.

Contact

If you have any queries or face any issues in accessing the JDs or the application form, please write to us at opportunities@zenithsociety.in.

Click here to Apply.