Applications Invited for Viksit Bharat Fellowship

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About the Organization

Our vision is to take India forward one Kraft at a time. An aware India knows that transformation of governance cannot happen without the transformation of mindset.

To transform mindsets, we need transformative ideas. BlueKraft Digital Foundation acts as a bridge between many new and innovative ideas and those ideas taking shape on the ground, at the cutting edge of implementation, thereby achieving our collective goal of witnessing transformed governance.

To harness Indian talent and to empower Indian society by creating awareness and implementation of out-of-box ideas for social welfare in the fields of education, sports, charity, women and child empowerment, health and sanitation, culture and tourism, economics and finance, education and skills, conservation of environment, digital and social media, diaspora relationships.

To initiate and participate in welfare and development programmes for socio-economic progress through data analytics and information dissemination, entrepreneurship development, training for a generation of skilled human resources in collaboration with various national and international organizations. To encourage and promote voter registration and turn out, participation in electoral process and to promote and ensure freedom of expression.

About the Fellowship

BlueKraft Digital Foundation presents an exciting fellowship program, which offers a monthly grant for research and writing. The fellowship program welcomes applicants from diverse disciplines and backgrounds—experienced professionals and enthusiastic newcomers—who are eager to contribute to the growth narrative of New India in its quest of becoming a developed nation by 2047. Capture the pulse of change, the exhilaration of progress, and the vibrant stories that are shaping the future of our nation.

Objectives:

Applicants will write about the strides that India has made on its development journey across various sectors using their subject-matter expertise and insights that reflect the impactful initiatives and changes that characterize the country’s progress.

Program Details:

The Viksit Bharat Fellowship is designed as a flexible grant opportunity, allowing you to engage in this enriching experience while continuing with your current job or professional responsibilities. This means you can contribute to India’s growth narrative without having to pause your career, making it an ideal choice for those looking to balance their professional commitments with meaningful contributions to nation building. Thus, the fellowship does not require committed office hours with BlueKraft Digital Foundation.

Total Number of Fellows to be Awarded: 25

• BlueKraft Associate Fellows: These positions are aimed at new talent, typically early-career applicants who are beginning to establish their expertise in a specific area.
• BlueKraft Senior Fellows: Senior fellows are emerging leaders in their fields, possessing an established level of experience and a proven track record of research or policy or contributions in their relevant field.
• BlueKraft Distinguished Fellows: Distinguished fellows are recognized experts, authors, leaders or specialists with extensive domain experience and a substantial body of work.

Fellowship Duration: The fellowship spans one year, offering a blend of virtual engagement and up to one month of in-person experiences. These experiences may encompass orientation, mentorship, networking opportunities, workshops, and field activities. Additionally, the fellowship may be extendable at the discretion of the Foundation.

Learning and networking Opportunities: Fellows will enjoy exclusive opportunities to engage with leading decision-makers from diverse fields, policymakers, and subject matter experts. These invaluable interactions will enhance their writing and deepen their understanding of India’s socio-economic landscape, providing rich insights towards their deliverables.

Mentorship: Central to the program are the Program Mentors from BlueKraft Digital Foundation, and other subject-matter experts, who will offer personalized one-on-one mentoring sessions, ensuring tailored support throughout the fellowship. The external experts will include seasoned subject matter experts, renowned professionals, and influential voices who will engage in immersive one-week mentoring sessions, providing applicants with valuable perspectives from various fields.

Stipend: A monthly stipend will be provided, tailored to the experience level of the candidate and the specific output format required.

• BlueKraft Associate Fellows: Rs 75,000 per month
• BlueKraft Senior Fellows: Rs 1,25,000 per month
• BlueKraft Distinguished Fellows: Rs 2,00,000 per month

Access to BlueKraft Digital Foundation’s Resources: BlueKraft, known for its array of in-depth research resources and background information, will provide access to its influential policy papers, white papers, books, comprehensive policy analyses, and specialized research. These materials will empower participants to engage deeply with the forefront of the nation’s discourse, equipping them with the knowledge and insights necessary to drive impactful change in their respective fields.

Cross Collaboration: For the duration of the fellowship, participants will be organized into groups to facilitate cross-collaboration and enhance the overall learning experience.

Publication:

Program Deliverable: The Fellows are expected to focus on achieving the agreed-upon deliverable(s) at the end of the program. Refer – Indicative Topics.

Interim Deliverables: During the course of their study, the Fellows are required to produce regular contributions relevant to the end-deliverable and their program objectives in the form of short form collaterals, such as articles or research papers for publication in recognized public domains. This ensures a consistent stream of high-quality content that meets industry standards for relevance and excellence.

Final Publication: Completed works may be published under the auspices of BlueKraft Publications and Knowledge Centre or an external entity as mutually agreed, providing fellows with a platform to reach a broader audience and contribute meaningfully to the discourse on Indian development.

Eligibility

To ensure a diverse and impactful cohort of fellows, the following eligibility criteria will apply:

Global Reach:

Open to applicants from all over the world who are 18 years or older. Applicants must show a dedication to exploring meaningful stories relevant to India’s growth and development and a commitment to producing works of excellence

Qualifications:

For BlueKraft Associate Fellow

A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent degree in a relevant field from a prestigious institution and

Demonstrated interest in a relevant field with a prior robust portfolio, with a willingness to engage in research and analysis.

Or

Relevant internship or work experience in a relevant field, with a demonstrated record of contributing to projects

For BlueKraft Senior Fellow:

A Master’s Degree (or Bachelors in exceptional cases) or a higher degree in a relevant field, and a minimum of 5-15 years of relevant experience in academia, government, research or the private sector, with a demonstrated record of contribution, specialization, or leadership in the area of nation building and development,

Or

At least 2 published books with major publishing houses on subjects in consonance with the indicative list of topics mentioned in the fellowship overview;

Or

At least 5 published works in academic journals or equivalent industry standard publications.

For BlueKraft Distinguished Fellow:

A nationally or internationally renowned subject matter expert

Or

A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in academia, government, research or the private sector, with a demonstrated record of

contribution, specialization or leadership, in the area of nation building and development,

Or

At least 5 published books with major publishing houses on subjects in consonance with the indicative list of topics mentioned in the fellowship

overview;

Or

At least 20 published works in academic journals or equivalent industry standard publications

How to Apply

Completed applications must be submitted by November 1st, 2024.

We invite and encourage meaningful voices to join us in contributing to and enriching the narrative surrounding India’s journey forward!

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