India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management | Program Officer | Recruitment 2026
The India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM), an institution established by the Election Commission of India (ECI), invites applications for the post of Program Officer on a contractual basis. The selected candidates will support national and international programs related to democracy, election management, governance, research, and capacity building. The engagement is initially for 3 years, extendable based on organizational requirements and performance.
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About IIIDEM
The India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) was established by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to strengthen democratic systems and election management through education, training, research, innovation, and international cooperation. The institute conducts national and international capacity-building programs for Election Management Bodies (EMBs), government officials, policymakers, and democratic institutions.
IIIDEM functions through specialized schools and centres focusing on democratic governance, electoral law, election technology, research & innovation, and domestic as well as international election training.
About the Recruitment
IIIDEM is inviting applications for the position of Program Officer to assist in planning, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and reporting various national and international programs related to democracy and election management.
Selected candidates will work closely with IIIDEM's Schools and Centres while coordinating with ministries, state governments, Election Management Bodies, international organizations, embassies, academic institutions, and development partners. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to governance reforms, democratic capacity building, election research, and India's international engagement in election management.
Key Responsibilities
The selected Program Officers will be responsible for:
- Planning and managing national and international training programs.
- Preparing project plans, work schedules, and monitoring implementation.
- Coordinating with internal departments and external stakeholders.
- Supporting conferences, workshops, seminars, delegation visits, and capacity-building initiatives.
- Managing partnerships with ministries, CEOs, EMBs, embassies, academic institutions, and international organizations.
- Assisting in policy research, documentation, and knowledge management.
- Preparing reports, dashboards, presentations, and official documents.
- Supporting India's Chairship of International IDEA and other international cooperation initiatives.
- Monitoring project timelines, resolving implementation issues, and ensuring quality delivery.
Why Join IIIDEM?
Working at IIIDEM provides an opportunity to contribute to strengthening democratic institutions and election management in India and globally.
Benefits include:
- Opportunity to work under the Election Commission of India.
- Exposure to national and international governance projects.
- Collaboration with global election management organizations.
- Competitive consolidated salary with annual performance-based increment.
- Professional growth in governance, public policy, research, and international development.
- Opportunity to work with senior policymakers, researchers, and international experts.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | Applications Open |
| Last Date to Apply | Rolling Basis |
| Duration of Engagement | 3 Years (Initially) |
| Job Location | IIIDEM Campus, Dwarka, New Delhi |
How to Apply?
Eligible candidates should submit their applications through the official IIIDEM / NISG recruitment portal.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and engagements will be made depending on organizational requirements and the availability of suitable candidates.
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should possess a Master's degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Public Administration, Development Studies, Management, or an equivalent discipline from a recognized university along with relevant professional experience. Candidates holding a Master's degree in International Electoral Management and Practices (MIEMP) or a Bachelor's degree with higher professional experience are also eligible as specified in the notification. Experience in governance, academics, training, research, international development cooperation, program management, documentation, stakeholder coordination, and report writing is desirable.
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IIIDEM Campus
Dwarka, New Delhi, India
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