NATURE OF JOB: Full time, Short term contract 

LOCATION: New Delhi

DURATION OF CONTRACT:  6 months (renewable)

WHO CAN APPLY:  Lawyers  with demonstrable experience in conducting research involving  laws, policies, and quantitative and qualitative data  around land, environment and natural-resource governance.  

REMUNERATION: Competitive payment based on experience, skills and aptitude 

DEADLINE: 12 September 2025
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WHO WE ARE:  Land Conflict Watch (LCW) is an award-winning, multidisciplinary research agency that generates data and insights from the field to address systemic issues underlying natural-resource governance, climate change and environment. It has built the country’s first and the largest database of ongoing land disputes, mapping data from over 1000 sites in the country, in which the public is contesting changes in land use or ownership. LCW’s research goes out in many forms, including research reports, policy briefs, newsletters, blogs and social media posts. 
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JOB PURPOSE: As a fellow, you will contribute to impactful research projects focused on land and natural resource conflicts, gaining valuable experience at the intersection of law, policy, and social justice.
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WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Conduct legal research for various ongoing projects. This includes analysis of legal and technical documents including court orders, Social Impact Assessment and Environmental Impact Assessment reports, as well as legislations and policies related to land governance.

• Conduct data collection for ongoing research projects related to land conflicts. This includes filing RTI requests, tracking court cases and  communicating with affected parties. 

• Aid in legal review of ongoing land conflicts, which involves conducting an independent analysis of applicable laws and policy for each land conflict.

• Contribute to the  research on other works of LCW including monthly newsletters, policy briefs etc.

APPLY IF THIS IS YOU:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law.

• 1–2 years of experience in litigation or legal research with research organizations/think tanks preferred.

• Fresh graduates may apply if they have completed internships or academic projects related to land governance, land legislations, or environmental issues.

• Have excellent writing and communication skills in English. (Proficiency in any other language spoken in India would be preferred.)
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SKILLS THAT’LL BOOST YOUR CHANCES:

• Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines
•  You are self driven, take initiative and are on top of news about relevant policy developments. 

To apply: Fill up this form.
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‍Keep an updated CV,and cover letter  ready. Please carefully follow the instructions in the form before submitting the cover letter and CV. Last date: September 12, 2025 

Land Conflict Watch is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, disability, race or class. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

For any queries, please write to anindita@landconflictwatch.org 

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