Program Dates
Online sessions 8 weeks of virtual learning
Program Duration
Venue
Do you know?
Rs. 1.3 Lakh Crore
is the combined amount spent in the social sector from CSR and private philanthropy in FY 2023-24, reflecting a 10% growth.
640,000 senior managers
need to be inducted into the social sector, which is 2.4 times the number that is currently employed*
Your private sector skills are highly relevant to bring significant social impact to India.
What can
you do?
Sharpen your leadership acumen to strategically address complex challenges as a young leader in the social sector.
Deepen your understanding of the social sector's landscape to enhance your impact on social change.
Foster a leader’s mindset to recognise and seize opportunities for catalytic impact.
Secure your path with personalised career roadmaps, mentoring and coaching opportunities for a successful transition from the corporate to the social sector.
Engage with a vibrant community of ILSS alumni, faculty, and mentors to enrich your personal and professional growth.
How Can The
Program Help?
The Program is designed to provide a platform for young corporate leaders who aspire to transition into the social sector. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the sector and its nuances, offers a structured career roadmap, and facilitates placement opportunities through an extensive network.
Program Overview
60+ hours of learning
30 sessions
Field immersion
30+ faculty and mentors
400+ alumni network
Placements and networking
Curriculum
Each module consists of a fixed number of focused sessions designed to achieve its specific learning objectives.
This module sets the stage for your social sector journey starting with self-discovery and self-awareness. You’ll be led on to explore the complexities of India’s social sector landscape through a systems thinking lens.
This module forms the core knowledge base for your social sector journey. It dives deep into the nuances of the social sector in India, equipping you with the necessary understanding and practical skills to navigate complex challenges.
This module ignites your creativity and equips you with an understanding of approaches and tools for crafting innovative solutions for social transformation.
This module equips you to make your foray into the social sector. You’ll learn valuable communication and networking skills, explore marketing and storytelling strategies for social good, and receive a tailored career roadmap and counselling.
Our faculty includes...
A.K. SHIVA KUMAR
Development Economist, Professor & Policy Adviser
AMITAV VIRMAN
Founder & CEO, The Education Alliance
RUKMINI BANERJI
CEO, Pratham Education Foundation
TANYA MATHUR BHATTACHARYA
Business Storyteller & Story Coach, Storywallahs
Professor Rudrangshu Mukherjee
Chancellor, Ashoka University
Jeffrey Liebman
Robert W. Scrivner Professor of Public Policy, Harvard Kennedy School | Director, Taubman Center for State and Local Government | Director, Rappaport Institute for Greater Boston | Director, Government Performance Lab
Mihir Mathur
Founder, Desta Research LLP
PR Ganapathy
Co-founder, Haqdarshak Empowerment Solutions | Co-founder & Adviser, Menterra Ventures
Ekhlaque Bari
Founder, XdotO Consulting and Coaching
Pramath Sinha
Founder & Trustee, Ashoka University | Founding Dean, ISB | Founder, Harappa | President, upGrad
Dr J. Daniel Luther
Associate Program Director, Rhodes Trust
Shaheen Mistri
Founder and CEO, Teach for India
Vishal Kumar
CEO, Waste Warriors SocietyWho can apply
- Young professionals passionate about challenging the status quo and driving positive social and economic change in India
- 5+ years of experience in the corporate sector, demonstrating a strong ability to deliver results for their organisation
- Applicants who are driven by a strong desire to enable direct engines of economic growth and advance social justice goals
Upcoming Program Details
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Program Dates
Residential Program: 2-5 October 2024
Online Sessions: 8 weeks of virtual learning -
Program Fees
INR 75,000 + GST -
Application Deadline
9 September 2024 -
Venue
Residential Program: Delhi NCR -
Application Procedure
Adil Shah, adil@indialeadersforsocialsector.com OR
Evyan Rai, evyan@indialeadersforsocialsector.com
Frequently Asked Questions
We are now accepting applications for the first cohort of The ILSS Young Leaders Program.
The deadline for the submission of applications is 09 September 2024.
We have a 2-step process. You are first required to submit your application through our website. Following that, you will be invited for an interview. Your candidature will then be reviewed internally and if accepted, you will be notified of the same.
We review applications on a rolling basis and have limited seats; we urge you to apply as soon as possible.
You are eligible to apply for The ILSS Young Leaders Program if you are:
- 5+ years of professional experience, demonstrating a strong ability to deliver results for their organisation
- Passionate about challenging the status-quo and driving positive social and economic change in India.
- Driven by a strong desire to enable economic growth and advance social justice goals.
The Program application will require you to:
1.Share your linkedIn profile link
2.Your photograph
3.Details of 2 referees who can comment on your professional journey
9 September 2024
We follow a strict application cycle. Please get in touch with us at adil@indialeadersforsocialsector.com or at
evyan@indialeadersforsocialsector.com to explore your candidature. In case we are unable to process your application at the time, we will inform you of the next round of applications.
Yes, 2 referrals are mandatory. The referees must be people who can comment on your professional experience and motivations. .
- Candidate profile: The Program is designed for young leaders fulfilling the criteria listed in FAQ 2.
- Completion of the application form with requisite information submitted.
A clear purpose for why the participant is looking to apply for the Program and what they seek to gain from it.
Yes
We don’t encourage deferrals. However, if your situation is found to be unavoidable and genuine, we will follow a fair process. The final call rests with the internal management.
This Program requires a total commitment of approximately 60 hours. This includes a 4-day residential component with mandatory attendance, followed by 4-hour sessions on 8 consecutive Saturdays.
The Program will follow a blended learning format for 9 weeks as follows:
- Residential sessions at TERI, Gurugram. from 2-5 October 2024.
Followed by 8 weeks of online learning sessions
The 4-hour sessions will be conducted on Saturdays, over the 8 weeks of the online learning component.
INR 75,000 + GST per participant
Once your candidature is confirmed, we will share the bank payment details with you to pay the fee.
Yes. The Program is, however, mapped to weekends as per the Indian Standard Time (IST); so you are expected to manage your schedule to align with the Program sessions.
Potential Career Profiles
1. CORPORATE
2. SOCIAL SECTOR
*According to Bridgespan Report 2006 – https://www.bridgespan.org/insights/nonprofit-sectors-leadership-deficit