Paralegal Fellowship | Victim Advocacy Project | NLU Delhi | Apply by 20th June 2026
Paralegal Fellowship | Victim Advocacy Project | NLU Delhi | Apply by 20th June 2026
About the Victim Advocacy Project (VAP):
The Victim Advocacy Project (VAP) under the Centre for Criminology and Victimology, National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi) is a justice‑focused initiative aimed at strengthening victims’ access to the criminal justice system. VAP provides structured legal representation and sustained advocacy, addressing long‑standing gaps in victim participation by supporting individuals from FIR to trial, appeal, and rehabilitation. The Project seeks to re‑centre victims as rights‑bearing individuals and build an adaptable model of victim advocacy through litigation, research, and field engagement.
Fellowship Details:
- Type of Employment: Contractual; Retainer
- Joining Date: 1 July 2026
- Location: Delhi NCR
- Stipend: ₹20,000 per month + up to ₹2,000 (travel and filing reimbursements)
- Duration: Fellowship tenure as per project requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- 10th pass
- At least 2 years of community service experience
Desirable Qualifications:
- 12th pass / Graduate degree
- Prior work with NGOs, legal aid, victim support, counselling, or community mobilisation
- Familiarity with the criminal justice system or grassroots organisations
Fellowship Role & Responsibilities:
Paralegal Fellows will:
- Act as the first point of contact for victims and support them through different stages of the justice process
- Build rapport with victims, families, and community organisations
- Assist in case identification, documentation, and record‑keeping
- Facilitate access to legal support and institutional mechanisms
- Coordinate with litigation fellows, mentors, and partner organisations for case follow‑up
- Participate in training, review meetings, and capacity‑building sessions under NLU Delhi supervision
- Maintain regular reporting and submit documentation in line with project protocols
Essential Requirements:
- Sensitivity, empathy, and trauma‑informed engagement with victims
- Proficiency in Hindi and/or regional languages of Delhi NCR
- Strong communication and basic documentation skills
- Commitment to access to justice and community‑based work
- Willingness to undertake field‑based work and participate in mentorship processes
Application Process:
Interested candidates must apply online via:
Application materials include:
- Completed Application Form
- Updated Resume
- Case Note (1000 words) – detailed instructions provided in the form
Deadline: 20 June 2026, 11:59 PM IST
Important Instructions:
- Applications must be submitted only through the online form; email/physical submissions will not be considered.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
- If no communication is received within 4 weeks of the deadline, assume the application was unsuccessful.
- NLU Delhi reserves the right not to fill the position.
- Equal Opportunity: Candidates from marginalised and underrepresented groups (including SC/ST, minorities, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, and first‑generation professionals) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Contact Details:
Queries: victimadvocacyproject@nludelhi.ac.in
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