Programme Manager, Litigation Fellowship at NLSIU, Bengaluru

Looking to work at the intersection of litigation, legal education and programme management? National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, is inviting applications for a Programme Manager for its Litigation Fellowship Programme. The role offers an opportunity to coordinate a two-year litigation fellowship involving Fellows, mentor advocates, training programmes and multiple institutional stakeholders.

Opportunity Details

• Organisation: National Law School of India University (NLSIU)
• Position: Programme Manager, Litigation Fellowship
• Vacancies: 1
• Location: Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru, Karnataka
• Mode: Full-time, on-campus
• Appointment: Contractual
• Initial Duration: 1 year, renewable based on performance and programme needs
• Application Deadline: September 18, 2026, 5 PM IST

Eligibility

Applicants should have:

• An LL.B./B.A. LL.B. degree.
• Fluency in reading, writing and speaking Kannada.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in litigation, programme/fellowship management, clinical legal education or legal non-profit coordination.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and other programme tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with discretion.

Desirable: Experience with legal education, access to justice, non-profit programmes, litigation/chambers work, fellowships, university clinical programmes, funder reporting, grant management, monitoring and evaluation, or the Bengaluru litigation ecosystem.

Role & Responsibilities

The Programme Manager will:

• Serve as a point of contact for Fellows and mentors.
• Track Fellow placements, attendance and progress.
• Coordinate Fellow check-ins and programme convenings.
• Administer reporting and evaluation processes.
• Support training, capacity-building workshops and events.
• Maintain programme calendars and documentation.
• Assist with budgeting, logistics, procurement and vendor coordination.
• Coordinate outreach with programme partners and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and reporting requirements.
• Work alongside the co-Programme Manager and report to the Director of Clinics.

Compensation

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, relevant experience and University norms.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their application through the designated Google Form along with:

• Updated CV
• Statement of Purpose of up to 500 words outlining their vision for the Fellowship Programme and suitability for the role
• Names, designations and contact details of two professional or academic referees

Application Deadline: September 18, 2026, 5 PM IST.

Email: [email protected]

Apply: Application Form

Official Notification: NLSIU Official Notification