Human Resource Manager

Job Title: Human Resources Manager

Location: Bangalore

Job Type: Full-time

Reports to: Head of Operations, WCS-India

Application Closing Date: 21 April 2023

Expected Start Date: Immediate/Flexible

Manages: HR Associate

Organizational Background:

The Wildlife Conservation Society-India works to conserve wildlife, backed by science. We work in partnership with governmental and non-governmental organizations to deal with conservation challenges such as human-wildlife interaction, voluntary relocation of people from protected forest areas, combatting wildlife trafficking, conservation of endangered species and so on. Committed to wildlife conservation and the ecological world view that recognizes the inextricable link between human welfare and protection of wildlife and wild spaces, WCS-India endeavours to inspire positive attitudes in people towards wildlife.

Job Summary:

The HR Manager will support the full scope of Human Resources responsibilities and partner with the country head on strategic initiatives. They will maintain and enhance the organization's human resources by planning, implementing, and evaluating human resources policies, programs, and practices.

Job responsibilities:

• Serve as a day-to-day HR focal point for employees in India.

• Design, review, propose and monitor compliance of Human Resource policies and procedures throughout the employee lifecycle and ensure implementation.

• Support delivery of HR departments short-term and long-term goals which aligns with program needs and objectives.

• Work closely with leadership to build company culture and implement core values.

• Determine hiring needs with managers and leadership, lead recruitment and onboarding experience for hiring the best talent.

• Provides professional support and guidance to all employees in HR issues including career maps and employee relations

• Manage benefits including system management, data management, record keeping of file for employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers.

• Process monthly payroll processing/administration and ensure compliance to all statutory payroll

requirements

• Administer the WCS India compensation scale

• Provide support to implement a new HRIS system.

• Design and implement new benefits policies after consultation with the senior leadership within budget available.

• Lead performance evaluation process to assess employees on technical skills and WCS core values

• Assess and identify training needs with management to design, develop, implement, and conduct training programs.

• Manage and oversee implementation of all HR related statutory compliances.

• Facilitate the internal complaint committee.

• Maintain employee database for 100% data accuracy and HRMS.

• Oversees and track the attendance and leave to ensure compliance with policies.

• In charge of HR administrative/operational tasks including filing, preparing, and maintaining contracts (employee and consultant), HR Manual and Standard Operating Procedures, and other HR documents/files to meet regulatory and internal requirements.

• Any other?duties as assigned by the Director of Operations and Finance or Country Director.

Qualifications:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in human resources or other relevant fields

• More than 5 years of HR experience. Exposure to the non-profit sector (NGO, International organizations) is an added advantage.

• Strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills

• Competent and able to provide the necessary HR support and advice as per the local labor laws.

• Being a self-starter who can initiate and able to work as a team/individual with a positive attitude and open minded.

• Ability to manage and influence across all levels of organization.

• Considerate when dealing with people and managing conflict.

• Ability to work with less supervision and under pressure.

• Skilled in multi-tasking, coordination, follow-up, problem solving and decision-making.

• Proficient in written and verbal communication skills in English language

• High level of computer literacy using Microsoft tools and HRIS systems.

• Demonstrate skills in database management and record keeping.

How to apply:

Please submit a resume and detailed cover letter to hrmanager@wcsindia.org describing specific experience in the skills listed above or other relevant skills on or before 21st April 2023. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by one of our HR team members.

WCS-India is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value.