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Introduction: The office of the Governor, Nagaland on September 23, invited applications for Governor's Young Fellowship Program. Capable young graduates from diverse backgrounds and disciplines committed to addressing some of the most pressing developmental challenges facing Nagaland were encouraged to apply for the fellowship.
Objective: The fellowship is designed to cultivate young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the public administration and prepare them for greater leadership roles in future. Young Fellows would be provided the unique opportunity to interact with eminent government officials and knowledge institutions, besides engaging with leaders from the industry, art, literature and journalism to make the fellowship a rare and valuable experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Governor's Young Fellows will provide analytical and technical support in the formulation of policies to further Governor's vision and development priorities for Nagaland
• Governor's Young Fellows may be assigned to work with Senior Officials across various departments of the government and outside.
ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATIONS:
To be eligible for the fellowship, applicants should be:
• An Indian citizens
• Holding either a Master's Degree in Economics/Public Policy/Mass Com. or outstanding Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and associated fields.
• Less than 30 years of age at the time of application
• Having at least 1 year of work experience.
Other Criteria
• Demonstrate ability to conduct policy research and analysis, provide innovative and entrepreneurial solutions to key challenges, and engage in the public policy debate.
• Outstanding written and oral communications skills in English
• Proficiency in social and digital media tools
• Proven passion and commitment to creating a positive change
• Ability to deliver on time
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
• The Governor's Young Fellowship is a full-time programme and Fellows are not expected to undertake other employment, assignment and/or full-time study programme during the period of fellowship.
• The Fellowship is a one-time one year programme with a provision of extension.
• Remunerations of Rs.50,000-per month will be provided to Young Fellows.
• Young Fellows will be stationed in Kohima.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
• Interested candidates should send their applications through email along with Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter to raibhavankohima@nic.in, with the subject: "Governor's Young Fellowship Application.”
• Last date for submission: October 31, 2019.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.
(Source: rajbhavan.nagaland.gov.in)
