Company Description NotOnMap is a social initiative founded in 2018 in India, focused on building a sustainable ecosystem for marginalized and indigenous communities across rural regions by connecting them with travelers and ensuring they receive a fair share of the travel economy. The organization protects local culture and heritage by generating livelihood opportunities and reducing unorganized migration from native communities. Guided by the motto “Live Like Local,” NotOnMap curates authentic, offbeat travel experiences that foster meaningful cultural exchange between travelers and host families or villages.

Location: Chamba (Himachal Pradesh) / Hybrid

Experience: 2–4 years

Type: Full-time

NotOnMap is looking for a thoughtful, research-oriented professional to join our team and work at the intersection of policy, sustainable development, community livelihoods and responsible tourism.

This role will involve working closely with the leadership team on projects involving UN agencies, government departments, CSR institutions, development organizations and other partners.

What you will work on

- Conduct primary & secondary research, including field research and stakeholder consultations.
- Research government policies, schemes, programmes and development frameworks.
- Develop policy papers, reports, concept notes, proposals, RFP responses and project frameworks.
- Support proposals for UN agencies, government, CSR and institutional funding opportunities.
- Develop project concepts, theories of change, implementation frameworks, budgets and monitoring indicators.
- Document NotOnMap's projects, impact, case studies and learnings.




- Support identification and development of new programmes, partnerships and opportunities.

Who are we looking for?

We would particularly value candidates with backgrounds in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Rural Development, Social Work, Economics, Sustainability or related disciplines. Graduates/postgraduates from institutions such as TISS and similar development-focused institutions are encouraged to apply.

Ideally, you have 2–4 years of experience in development consulting, policy research, CSR, social impact, government programmes, NGOs, think tanks, sustainable tourism or related fields.

More importantly, you should:

- Think well and write exceptionally well.
- Be curious about understanding problems at the grassroots level.
- Be comfortable reading policies and converting research into practical recommendations.
- Be willing to travel for field research and community consultations.
- Have strong ownership and problem-solving abilities.
- Be comfortable working across multiple subjects rather than within a narrowly defined .

Essential Skills
- Research & Analysis: Strong policy research, secondary research, stakeholder interviews and ability to synthesize information into actionable insights.
- Writing: Excellent written English with the ability to independently develop policy papers, proposals,



concept notes, reports and presentations.
- Communication: Strong verbal communication and confidence interacting with senior stakeholders, government officials and grassroots communities.
- Digital Skills: Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel/Google Sheets and online research; familiarity with data analysis, GIS, Power BI or survey tools is an advantage.
- Mindset: Structured thinker, curious, detail-oriented and able to translate complex ideas into clear, practical and compelling outputs.

This is not a conventional proposal-writing job. We are looking for someone who can understand a problem, research it, develop an approach, articulate it convincingly and gradually take greater ownership of programmes and opportunities.

Why NotOnMap?

You will work on real projects involving UN agencies, governments, CSR institutions and rural & tribal communities, gaining exposure to the entire journey from:

Research → Policy → Programme Design → Funding → Implementation → Impact

This is an opportunity for someone who wants to build a long-term career in development, policy, sustainability and social impact.

How to Apply — KEY

Interested candidates MUST complete the Google Form below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0-9kP0x9eHG7QogXSFqJKxKmvoPuhAm4KB8hT0h_6BttACA/viewform?fbzx=-8530736483474370628

We will consider applications ONLY from candidates who have completed the Google Form. Applications sent only through LinkedIn messages, email or CV submissions will not be considered.

Please share this opportunity with someone who may be a good fit.

📌 Policy & Development Consultant – Associate (Chamba)
🏢 NotOnMap
📍 Chamba