Details of the Organization

Project Yananai is a global nonprofit organisation dedicated to empowering underserved communities through adult education, sustainable skills development, and humanitarian aid. As it expands operations in India, the organisation focuses on strengthening governance, legal compliance, and programme integrity. Project Yananai is mission-driven and values-led, working to create lasting impact in vulnerable communities.

Details of the Job/Internship

Project Yananai is hiring a Senior Legal Counsel (Volunteer) with over 7 years of experience to join their team in India.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice to the National Management Team and programme leads.
• Interpret and communicate laws and regulations relevant to nonprofit operations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, MoUs, leases, and partnership agreements.
• Monitor compliance with FCRA, Companies Act, labour laws, tax laws, and data protection regulations.
• Support safeguarding, anti-corruption, and data privacy processes.
• Assist with disputes, litigation matters, and regulatory inquiries.
• Mentor and support regional Legal Counsels.
• Deliver training on legal compliance and organisational risk.
• Support governance, statutory filings, and legal registrations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); LLM preferred.
• Registered with the Bar Council of India.
• Minimum 7 years of legal experience, including 3 years in senior or compliance-focused roles.
• Strong understanding of Indian NGO, corporate, labour, FCRA, tax, and contract law.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and commitment to ethical practice.
• Fluency in English and Hindi; additional languages are an advantage.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Remote

Application and Registration Details

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