Vedanta - Head - CSR

About the job

About Vedanta Power

The power vertical is set to operate as a standalone entity, encompassing the 5GW and total design of 10GW power plant with plans to expand into nuclear, hydro energy, etc. Indias GDP and power demand are set to double by 2030, creating a huge opportunity for Vedanta Power, a leading thermal power generator. With a total installed capacity of 4780 MW in its fold, Vedanta Power is among the top private players in the thermal sector. Our growth roadmap includes various greenfield and brownfield expansion in the coming years.

Roles and Responsibilities

- Develop and implement CSR strategies aligned with the Power Sector's vision for sustainable development and societal impact.

- Bring in industry knowledge, capabilities and understanding of innovation and technology in the sphere of Climate resilient practices to deliver sustainable long term community solutions.

- Unify the approaches across the sector through Social Engagement Plans & Social Impact Plans in alignment with ESG principles and sustainable development goals. Build strong community owned institutions.

- Collaborate with government, civil society, and external stakeholders to identify needs and develop projects in agriculture, women empowerment, education, health, and nutrition.

- Promote women empowerment through Micro finance, Enterprise building etc.. initiatives for women and children in alignment with ESG AIM 2 & 3.

- Build strong community relationships to ensure CSR initiatives align with business objectives and baselines & need assessment

- Monitor and report on CSR program progress and impact, ensuring transparency and accountability.

- Leverage technology and analytics to assess and refine the effectiveness of CSR initiatives.

- Ensure strong governance practices in all CSR activities, ensuring success and sustainability.

Experience & Qualification

- Masters degree in Social Work, Sociology, or a related field.

- Minimum of 14 years of extensive experience in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), with specialized expertise in designing and executing large-scale CSR initiatives across sectors such as education, skill development, agriculture, health, and nutrition, aligned with ESG principles and sustainable development goals.

- Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, ensuring successful collaboration and impactful outcomes