About PRS Legislative Research

PRS Legislative Research, commonly referred to as PRS, is an Indian non-profit organisation that was established in September 2005 as an independent research institute to make the Indian legislative process better informed, more transparent and participatory. PRS is based in New Delhi.

Positions:

POSITION: ANALYST

  • Core responsibilities: As part of the research team at PRS the analyst will play a key role in supporting MPs and MLAs with high-quality and credible research on important policy and legislative matters. The analyst will be required to track important developments in certain sectors, prepare analysis of legislation pending in Parliament and write thematic briefs on important policy issues.  In addition, the role requires the analysts to communicate their research by briefing MPs, presenting analysis at various fora and interacting with key stakeholders. 
  • Abilities required:  (a) Strong analytical skills; (b) Good writing and communication skills; (c) Good quantitative skills with an ability to analyse and represent data accurately; (d) Ability to work independently while being a team player; (e) Ability to multi-task and deliver quality work in a timely way; (f) Objective thinking and openness to ideas.
  • Qualifications sought: Masters degree or a professional degree. 
  • Location:  New Delhi
  • Emoluments offered:  Flexible depending on qualifications and ability.
  • How to Apply: As part of your application please email the two documents listed below to [email protected] with the subject line: “Analyst”.
  • (i) Cover Letter that addresses a) Why you think PRS is a place you should build a career at, and b) How your qualifications and skills will contribute to the work of PRS
  • (ii) an updated CV

POSITION: ASSOCIATE ANALYST

  • Core responsibilities: As part of the research team at PRS the associate analyst will support the team members in providing MPs and MLAs with high-quality and credible research on important policy and legislative matters. The associate analyst will be required to undertake research and data collation related to legislation, policy and thematic issues being analysed by the research team.  The associate analyst will have the opportunity to be mentored by analysts on the team in order to develop their research and writing capabilities.
  • Abilities required:  (a) Strong analytical skills; (b) Good writing and communication skills; (c) Good quantitative skills with an ability to analyse and represent data accurately; (d) Ability to work independently while being a team player; (e) Ability to multi-task and deliver quality work in a timely way; (f) Objective thinking and openness to ideas.
  • Qualifications sought: Bachelor’s degree.
  • Location:  New Delhi
  • Emoluments offered:  Flexible depending on qualifications and ability.
  • Application details: As part of your application please email the two documents listed below to [email protected] with the subject line: “Associate Analyst”.
  • (i) Cover Letter that addresses a) Why you think PRS is a place you should build a career at, and b) How your qualifications and skills will contribute to the work of PRS
  • (ii) an updated CV

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 POSITION: CITIZEN OUTREACH COORDINATOR

  • Core responsibilities: The Citizen Outreach Coordinator will be responsible for developing an action plan for outreach activities of PRS that are focused on engaging many more citizens and citizen groups in the law making process.  This will include developing and implementing strategies to reach out to citizens through media, academia and other stakeholders and hold events from time to time as may be needed.
  • Abilities required:  (a) Strategic planning and strong execution skills; (b) Ability to work with a team; (c) Strong interpersonal skills; (d) Ability to develop professional relationships with various stakeholders; (e) Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Qualifications sought:  Masters degree or equivalent with excellent interpersonal skills.  Passion to demonstrate impact in a time bound manner.
  • Location: New Delhi, but must be willing to travel.
  • Emoluments offered:  Flexible depending on qualifications and ability.
  • Application details: As part of your application please email the two documents listed below to [email protected] with the subject line: “Citizen Outreach Coordinator”.
  • (i) Cover Letter that addresses a) Why you think PRS is a place you should build a career at, and b) How your qualifications and skills will contribute to the work of PRS
  • (ii) an updated CV

POSITION: PROGRAMME ASSOCIATE

  • Core responsibilities: As part of the outreach team at PRS, the programme associate will play a key role in strengthening PRS’ outreach activities, especially to state legislators and legislatures. He/She will be responsible for collating and maintaining information pertaining to the working of State Assemblies, including session information, Legislative performance, Member participation, etc. In addition,  he/she will co-ordinate policy workshops and events held from time to time in partnership with institutional partners.
  • Abilities required:  (a) Strong execution skills; (b) Good writing and communication skills; (c) Good quantitative skills with an ability to analyse and represent data accurately; (d) Ability to work independently; (e) Ability to multi-task and deliver quality work in a timely way.
  • Qualifications sought:  Bachelor’s degree.
  • Location: New Delhi
  • Emoluments offered:  Flexible depending on qualifications and ability.
  • Application details: As part of your application please email the two documents listed below to [email protected] with the subject line: “Programme Associate”.
  • (i) Cover Letter that addresses a) Why you think PRS is a place you should build a career at, and b) How your qualifications and skills will contribute to the work of PRS
  • (ii) an updated CV

Internships at PRS

  • PRS is only accepting applications for internships starting June 2021 and July 2021.
  • For Details, Click HERE

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