JOB TYPE | FULL TIME
LOCATION |LUCKNOW
FUNCTION |PEOPLE
START DATE |IMMEDIATELY
Tl;dr
- Responsible for a wide range of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, training, compensation, benefits, and employee relations.
- Sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates for open positions. They may also be responsible for conducting reference checks.
- Welcoming new employees to the company and ensuring that they have a smooth transition into their new role.
About Medha:
Medha better prepares youth for life after school. Our combination of 21st-Century skills training, career counseling, and alumni support propel young people on career paths of their choice. Since 2011, we have improved workplace engagement, income growth, and female work participation for 85,000 students across more than 400 educational institutions. And we are currently partnering with multiple state governments to bring our programming and approach to millions more.
We are supported by leading corporations and global foundations such as Accenture, JP Morgan, and The Mulago Foundation. We have received numerous awards and recognitions for our work, including the Echoing Green, Rainer Arnhold, and Ashoka Fellowships, the Dasra Girl Power Award, and were recently named a finalist for the Elevate Prize.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Medha is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices.
For more information, please visit: https://medha.org.in
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY - ASSOCIATE, PEOPLE
For the last ten years, Medha has delivered a unique experiential learning program to young people in the ‘Hindi-belt. ‘Based on the Four Cs of 21st-century skills – communications, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking – the program aims to prepare young people to start and excel in diverse career paths of their choice.
Currently, Medha is hiring for HR Generalist. This role is for an individual who exhibits a keen eye for detail, organizational processes, and exceptional communication skills. In addition to being proficient team players, they are also adept at working independently. The core responsibilities of HR Generalists encompass a diverse array of HR-related tasks, such as talent acquisition and recruitment, onboarding and training, managing compensation and benefits, handling employee relations, and ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance.
What you will do:
This position will involve a mix of:
Talent Management:
- Assist with the recruitment process, including job posting, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
- Facilitate pre-employment assessments and conduct background checks for prospective employees.
- Ensure a seamless onboarding process for new hires, coordinating all necessary sessions and orientations.
Data Compliance & Reporting:
- Maintain comprehensive employee records including but not limited to essential personal and professional details, complete employment history, performance evaluation records, training and development documentation, compensation and benefits data, as well as attendance, leave, and disciplinary records.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to conduct HR data audits and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
- Respond promptly and efficiently to employee data inquiries and requests.
- Maintaining a secure and confidential HR database, managing employee records, and generating reports as needed.
Event Management
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- Organizing company events and employee engagement activities to foster a positive work culture. o Coordinate with vendors and other departments to ensure smooth event execution.
Insurance Management:
- To ensure that employee records are updated and maintained accurately. Monitor any additions or deletions to the staff roster and provide assistance during emergency situations.
- Communicating benefits information to employees and handling related inquiries.
Exit Settlement:
- Manage the exit settlement process for departing employees.
- Coordinate with relevant departments to settle outstanding loans, advances, or other financial obligations.
- Verify the return of company assets and ensure the employee's clearance from all departments.
- Prepare the Full & Final Settlement Letter, detailing the breakdown of all components.
- Communicate the settlement details to departing employees with clarity and professionalism.
- Provide support and guidance throughout the settlement process.
What your day might look like:
While no two days are the same, some may look like this:
- The day starts with checking and updating the HRMIS, ZOHO People, and Excel backup.
- Create a to-do list for the day of all HR Admin-related tasks; checking Asana for approaching deadlines helps.
- Make a few important calls/meetings with different departments and employees.
- Check emails and send prompt replies.
- The last week of the month is super busy with attendance, follow-ups, birthday celebrations, and organizing farewells, if any.
Things we are looking for:
- Collaborative and supportive, builds strong personal connections.
- Efficient HR administration and people management skills.
- Excellent record-keeping skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
- Detail-oriented and resourceful mindset
Why should you work for Medha?
- A passionate team that is committed to a shared mission.
- Grassroots ethos connected to its student community (no ivory towers here).
- Audacious goals and vision to impact millions of young people and India’s growth story.
- New initiatives and exciting projects to get involved in and learn from.
- An informal and fun work environment that doesn’t compromise on performance.
- Space to explore and find your own solutions and path (no micromanaging).
Our hiring process:
Our goal is to be as transparent and respectful of your time during the recruiting process. We use a technology platform to ensure the hiring process is comprehensive, efficient, and well-documented.
