Politics For Impact is looking for hiring Interns to work with Office of 13 Member’s of Legislative Assembly(MLAs) of Odisha. Candidates able to demonstrate their passion for policy work and politics or campaigns are encouraged to apply. Prior experience in related fields is highly welcome. 

About the Organization:

Impact Consulting, is a mission-driven consulting firm supporting leaders in creating large-scale, lasting social change. Through customized consulting services, innovative thought leadership, and support for learning communities, we help foundations, businesses, nonprofits, and governments to accelerate progress by reimagining social change. Comprised of Impact Consulting-Politics for Impact, Impact Consulting-Policy for Impact, Impact Consulting-Data Insights, Impact Consulting-Media and Impact Consulting-Research; our businesses approach problems differently and work together to create impact at scale.

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About the Team:

Established in October 2021 by 3 young private sector consultants with the guidance of experienced senior executives. Our Founders include Abhisekh, an IIT D-IIM A graduate, Mckinsey Consultant and an Advisor to MoR, Govt. of India; Akanksha, IIM A graduate, McKinsey Consultant and ExPolicy Advisor to CMOs and Subhasish, a Serial Entrepreneur, Bain Consultant, Mentor, Investor and Advisor to MoS, Govt. of India.

About the Project:

Politics for Impact is the platform of choice for students and young professionals to participate in and make meaningful contribution to political affairs and governance of the country, without necessarily being part of a political party.

Responsibilities:

The role of the Intern-P4I is a short-term role for self-motivated individuals willing to perform but not limited to the following tasks:

  • Ideating and organizing local and regional campaigns centred around an issue benefiting the public, that the Political Leader can take up strongly.
  • Keeping abreast of state and national politics by reading newspapers (Odia and English) to update the Political Leader and keep him informed.
  • Frequent field visits to interact with stakeholders in the constituency, to gather first hand information on local issues.
  • Actively engaging with people of the constituency and identifying the geographical areas to be targeted and problems to be addressed.
  • Organizing the Political Leader’s visits to important villages that might not have a strong party base or require revival or have burning issues that the Political Leader must acknowledge and act upon.
  • Comprehensively conduct Polling Research, organize Digital Media Campaigns and manage Public Relation.
  • Evaluating address notes of the Political Leader and ensuring that it is apt for the audience.
  • Building working relationships with other politicians, civil servants and staff in local authorities, and regulatory bodies to brief them on the Political Leader’s work and concerns.
  • Writing articles for the media and professional letters to concerned offices/bodies/persons.

Requirements:

  • 1. Bachelors or equivalent level of education.
  • 2. The Intern is expected to live and travel in the constituency which is partly rural, with varying per capita income and state capacity. We expect candidates to be self-sufficient.
  • 3. The Intern should be self-motivated, with the ability to build networks independently, and be ready to handle tough conditions in terms of work and field visits.
  • 4. This is a socio-political space and a spirit of willingness to learn and unlearn is expected.
  • 5. We expect hardy individuals who want to explore what goes into policy-making and politics from a grassroots perspective.
  • 6. Proficiency in ODIA is NOT a prerequisite.

What to expect?

  • 1. The Intern will be in daily touch with the Political Leader and will be expected to shape his/her policy/political positions in line with local demands and progressive ideas.
  • 2. An opportunity to work with the rising Political Leaders , to interact with party leaders at local and state level.
  • 3. Stipend as per the market standards.
  • 4. Accommodation and food will be provided for at the location.
  • 5. Travel expenses for work will be reimbursed.
  • 6. Work schedules will be flexible.
  • 7. We expect candidates to work longer hours during days when the Political Leader participates in Party events, Campaigns, Press Meets and Committee meetings.

How to Apply:

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