26 Aug
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iProbono India
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New Delhi
26 Aug
iProbono India
New Delhi
Organisation name: iProbono India
Position: Program Officer (Child Protection)
Term: Full time
Location: Delhi
Remuneration: Competitive
Deadline: Friday, 11 September 2026
*Note: Only candidates with a law degree and relevant litigation experience will be considered.
About iProbono India
iProbono India’s mission is to enable people to access their rights in pursuit of a just society. We believe in holistic counsel, capacity building, storytelling, research, and policy advocacy to support social change.
By promoting active citizenship and engaging in a holistic model, we:
- Advance justice for all by representing people in need
- Strengthen the impact of civil society
- Advocate for policies that promote social equity
iProbono India works on cases involving disability justice, housing justice, criminal justice, child abuse, trafficking, and engages in advocacy efforts on these subject areas. We also provide support in the form of legal assistance to NGOs across the country working on a range of issues.
The Role
We’re looking for a dynamic,
mid-career legal professional with expertise and litigation experience in child protection laws, particularly the Prevention of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Ideal candidates should have strong legal skills, strategic thinking, leadership abilities, and a long-term commitment to our work. Strong communication and organisational skills, and results-driven teamwork are essential.
This role will directly report to the Program Manager, Child Protection and involves providing direct legal representation to children, working on strategic litigation, advocacy initiatives and capacity enhancement efforts, and overseeing the work of other colleagues in this vertical. This is an opportunity to drive impactful initiatives while growing within iProbono India.
Responsibilities
Assist Delhi trial and appeallate court casework for child survivors of sexual abuse, bonded labour, trafficking, etc., which includes:
Coordination wit
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