Switch ON

Description: Are you passionate about people, purpose, and positive change? Do you believe that strong teams build strong communities? Do you want your work to directly impact farmers and the planet? Join SwitchON Foundation, a Great Place to Work, and help us grow our culture of inclusion, innovation, and impactDesignation: Sr. Manager - Human Resource and Organization SwitchON FoundationLocation: Kolkata, West BengalExperience: Minimum 8 years in HR Operations, Talent Management & Organizational DevelopmentLanguages: English, Hindi, and Bengali (preferred)About SwitchON as a Great Place to Work, SwitchON Foundation takes pride in its inclusive and diverse workplace, with strong representation of women in leadership roles. Established in 2008, SwitchON is a pioneering non-profit organization committed to driving sustainable development through climate-resilient agriculture, clean energy, green livelihoods, and industry decarbonization.With a passionate team of 175+ professionals across 10 states, we empower communities with climate-smart technologies and practices. Our impact is amplified through innovative programs, social enterprises, and policy advocacy aimed at creating lasting change. Learn more: Summary: We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Sr. Manager - Human Resource and Organization Development to lead and manage end-to-end HR operations and strengthen our people and culture function. This role will ensure that our people systems, policies, and culture continue to support a motivated, high-performing, and purpose-driven workforce.Key Responsibilities:HR Operations & Employee Life Cycle:- Oversee the full employee life cycle - recruitment to exit.- Ensure effective HR systems and policies are implemented and followed.- Maintain HR data and ensure compliance with legal and organizational requirements.Talent Acquisition:- Lead strategic and timely hiring across departments.- Strengthen the employer brand to attract passionate professionals.- Build partnerships with institutions, networks, and agencies for talent sourcing.Employee Engagement & Culture:- Drive engagement initiatives that nurture inclusion, belonging, and purpose.- Facilitate regular check-ins, recognition, and communication channels.- Conduct surveys and act on feedback to continuously enhance the workplace experience.Learning & Development:- Identify learning needs and design effective development programs.- Foster a culture of continuous learning through internal and external capacity building.- Track impact of L&D initiatives through measurable outcomes.Performance & Growth:- Manage the performance management system to ensure fairness and accountability.- Support managers in coaching and feedback conversations.- Align performance goals with SwitchONs mission and strategy.Organizational Development & Culture Building:- Strengthen structures, systems, and people processes for scale and sustainability.- Support change management and leadership development initiatives.- Partner with leadership to build a future-ready, motivated workforce.Job MBA in HR from a reputed institution.Essential Skills:- Proven track record in HR operations and employee engagement.- Experience in talent management and organizational development.- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.- Data-driven with strong analytical and reporting skills.- Excellent coordination, project management, and time management.- Up-to-date understanding of HR systems and L&D Proficiency in English and Hindi, Bengali preferred (based on experience and proficiency) + official travel reimbursements as per organizational policy.Reporting To: Executive DirectorTravel: Occasional visits to project locations for HR coordination and audits. (ref:iimjobs.com)