Research Associate

About CDF

Connecting Dreams Foundation (CDF) is a not-for-profit organization established in 2013 under section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956.

The aim of the organization is to actively contribute towards attainment of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as put forth during the United Nations Sustainable Development Summit 2015 held in New York.

CDF intends to realize this aim by discerning the problems faced at the grassroots level and working towards resolving it in an effective and efficient manner.

To this extent, CDF’s Motto is to ‘Collect, Connect and Share’, i.e.

• It collects the problems ailing the society at the grassroots, which CDF refers to as
• Connect the dreamers with the dream-reapers to resolve these problems. In other words, helps in realization of the dreams of the dreamers.
• And finally, share the success stories so that the best practices can be adopted elsewhere as well.

CDF has various programs to Collect and Connect like Apna Tech Tree, Youth Brigade, Changemakers i2a program, inter alia.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Coordinating the activities of different projects.
• Maintain detailed records of project activities, including deadlines, deliverables, meetings, contacts, etc.
• Plan public and private events, workshops and meetings with multiple stakeholders.
• Write notes, event summaries, and reports for external audiences.
• Assist in gathering information for and drafting of grant reports and proposals, as needed.
• Assist with layout, formatting, and proofreading papers, briefs, and other published materials.
• Assist with any other activity as may be needed.

Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s /Master’s Degree.
• Experience 1-2 years in similar roles.
• Excellent organizational, communication and people skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team; ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Clarity of thought and sharp analytical skills.
• Ability to use judgement and anticipate problems, suggest solutions.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English. Knowledge of Hindi and other Indian languages will be an advantage.
• Proven writing experience (papers, reports, blogs in own name etc).