Program Executive – Advocacy, Networking - Indore - Aajeevika Bureau

Description

Aajeevika Bureau

Position: Program Executive – Advocacy, Networking & Liaising

Location: Indore

Last Date to Apply: 15/03/2026

About Aajeevika Bureau

Aajeevika Bureau is a specialized non-profit organization that works with migrant and informal workers to enhance their access to identity, social protection, skills, legal aid, and collective strength. Through our field programs across source and destination regions, we aim to secure dignified livelihoods, rights, and welfare for workers and their families.

Position Overview

The Program Executive – Advocacy, Networking & Liaising will lead Aajeevika Bureau's efforts to strengthen labor rights and worker welfare through policy engagement, partnerships, and public advocacy. The role involves working closely with government institutions, legal experts, civil society, and worker groups to influence systems that improve workers' access to social security, housing, justice, and occupational safety.

Key Responsibilities

Advocacy & Policy Work

• Develop and implement advocacy plans on social protection, health and safety, and housing for informal and migrant workers.
• Use field insights and data to inform campaigns and policy recommendations.
• Prepare briefs, submissions, and communication material for external advocacy.

Partnerships & Networking

• Build strong networks with worker groups, trade unions, and civil society organizations.
• Facilitate joint initiatives and collaborative dialogues on worker welfare and rights.

Government & Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with key departments such as Labor, ESIC, Factory & Boiler, SJE, and Health to promote better access and accountability.
• Engage with policymakers, legal experts, and media partners to advance worker-related issues.

Representation & Communication

• Represent Aajeevika Bureau in alliances, consultations, and forums at state and national levels.
• Contribute to public communication and media engagement to highlight worker voices and policy needs.

Team & Community Linkages

• Support team members in integrating advocacy into ongoing programs.
• Stay closely connected with worker communities to ensure their experiences shape advocacy priorities.

Documentation & Learning

• Document key learnings, policy developments, and case stories.
• Use evidence and field data to strengthen campaigns and inform strategy.
• Reporting and documentation as per requirement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Postgraduate degree in Social Work, Sociology, Development Studies, Legal Policy, Public Policy, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in rights-based work, labour rights, advocacy
• Strong experience engaging with government systems and civil society networks.
• Understanding of labor, migration, and informal economy issues.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and writing skills.
• Fluency in English and Hindi (regional language skills are an asset).
• Willingness to travel and work with flexibility as per program needs.
• Prior work experience or background in Indore/Madhya Pradesh will be an advantage.

Remuneration

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, as per Aajeevika Bureau's norms.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send the following to by March 15^th, 2026.

· An updated CV

· A covering letter explaining their suitability for the role, and including current and expected salary

· At least two professional references included in the CV

Please note: Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. Kindly mention "Indore-Program Executive (Advocacy, Networking & Liaising)" in the subject line of your email.