About Akikaran REACH Fellowship
Through this Action Research Fellowship, we are addressing critical challenges faced by marginalized communities in remote regions of India. We envision a social change where marginalized communities in remote regions of India have equitable access to quality education, gender equity, social inclusion and mental well-being.
Problems Akikaran address
- Lack of access to quality integrated programs in SEL and wellbeing with a focus on gender equity and social inclusion in remote regions
- Lack of resource mobilization and capacity support for remote geographies organizations
Outcomes we want to achieve
- Enhanced access to quality education, gender equity and inclusion for marginalized children
- Focused support for understanding and researching SEL integration within programs across remote geographies
- Collaborative knowledge and research generated
Under this fellowship, the candidates are having opportunity to work under one of the two roles.
Role: SEL Research Fellow
Integration of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in Nonprofit Education Interventions with a Focus on Gender, Equity, and Social Inclusion (GESI).
Role Overviews
A SEL Fellow will be working in the domain of education to improve educational inputs and outcomes with project teams in remote geographies of India.
They will be tasked with drawing insights and identifying gaps in the integration of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in education-based interventions, through the lens of Gender, Equity, and Social Inclusion (GESI).
The nature of the work will involve leading research efforts to observe, analyze, and enhance SEL integration through a GESI lens.
This role requires experience in conducting research, an understanding of research methodologies, and familiarity with SEL, gender dynamics, equity issues, and social inclusion strategies.
Fellowship Duration
The Akikaran REACH Fellowship is a 18-month program. All Fellows will have to commit for this duration.
Key Responsibilities
- Observation and Assessment
- Methodology Design and Implementation
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Insight Generation and Recommendations
- Knowledge Dissemination and Advocacy
Qualifications
- Graduation in education, psychology, social work, gender studies, or a related field along with relevant experience of minimum 1 year in the field of SEL/Life Skills with an understanding of GESI.
- Demonstrated research experience preferably within the development sector or educational settings./ Experience conducting research or program evaluation in nonprofit organizations or educational institutions.
- Strong understanding of qualitative, qualitative and/or mixed-methods research methodologies, with experience applying them in diverse contexts.
- Knowledge of gender dynamics, equity issues, and social inclusion strategies, particularly as they relate to education and nonprofit organizations.
- Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to generate meaningful insights.
- Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey research findings to diverse audiences and engage stakeholders in dialogue.
- Ability to work collaboratively in teams and with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with evidence-based SEL programs and interventions, particularly those designed to address GESI disparities.
- Experience working with marginalized communities or populations facing social inequities.
- Track record of publications or presentations on topics related to SEL, gender equity, and social inclusion.
- Fluency with Hindi and English languages, particularly those relevant to the communities served by nonprofit organizations.
Compensation
The SEL Research Fellow at Akikaran will get a monthly stipend of Rs. 45,000.
Location
Multiple locations across 11 states in India
- Odisha
- Madhya Pradesh
- Rajasthan
- Maharashtra
- Uttarakhand
- Bihar
- Ladakh
- New Delhi
- Assam
- Uttar Pradesh
- Chhattisgarh
Pre-work Assignment
As part of the recruitment process for the SEL Fellow position, we kindly request you to complete this pre-work assignment and upload it to the application form.
Please note: We will not be accepting applications without the pre-work assignment.
Working Conditions
- Require travel to conduct fieldwork, attend meetings, and visit government offices.
- Flexible work hours
- Involve working in diverse and challenging environments
Role: Program Support Fellow
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated Program Support Fellow to assist in the implementation of programs with a GESI. The fellow will work closely with program teams to support the execution, monitoring, and improvement of program activities.
Duration
The Akikaran REACH Fellowship is a 18-month program. All Fellows will have to commit for this duration.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical assistance and support different project locations in designing, implementing, and evaluating existing programs with a GESI ( Gender Equity and Social Inclusion ) + SEL focus.
- Collaborate with program staff to adapt existing interventions or develop new strategies that address identified gaps and opportunities for GESI principles.
- Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and capacity-building initiatives to enhance the knowledge and skills of program staff in integrating GESI considerations into their work.
- Support the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness and impact from a GESI perspective.
- Contribute to the documentation and sharing of best practices, lessons learned, and case studies related to GESI in nonprofit education interventions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., project management, business administration, social sciences) with 1 year of experience in program implementation
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Good written and verbal communication abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Basic understanding of project management principles
Compensation
The SEL Research Fellow at Akikaran will get a monthly stipend of Rs. 45,000.
Location
Multiple locations across 11 states in India
- Odisha
- Madhya Pradesh
- Rajasthan
- Maharashtra
- Uttarakhand
- Bihar
- Ladakh
- New Delhi
- Assam
- Uttar Pradesh
- Chhattisgarh