Assistant General Manager- Corporate Social Responsibility

Role Overview

The Assistant General Manager (CSR) will play a strategic and operational management role in planning, executing, and scaling ReNew’s CSR programs in alignment with the company’s sustainability goals and CSR Policy. The incumbent will drive impact-oriented initiatives across key focus areas such as education, environment, health, livelihood, and community development, ensuring strong governance, partnerships, and measurable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Program Design

• Develop and implement CSR strategy in line with ReNew’s sustainability framework and business objectives.

• Identify thematic priorities, assess community needs, and design high-impact CSR interventions.

• Formulate annual CSR plans and budgets aligned with the CSR Policy and Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013.

Program Execution & Impact

• Lead implementation of CSR projects through in-house teams, and implementing partners including NGOs.

• Ensure robust monitoring, evaluation, and impact assessment frameworks for all CSR initiatives.

• Introduce innovation, scalability, and sustainability in CSR programs—leveraging technology and partnerships.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and manage relationships with NGOs, implementation partners, government bodies, and local communities.

• Engage cross-functional teams, plant operations, and leadership to embed CSR thinking across the organization.

• Represent ReNew in external forums, conferences, and industry collaborations on CSR and sustainability.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to all statutory requirements under the Companies Act and CSR Rules.

• Oversee preparation of CSR reports, Board submissions, and disclosures for the Annual Report.

• Maintain documentation, due diligence, and audit readiness of all CSR initiatives.

Communication & Thought Leadership

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to highlight CSR impact stories.

• Contribute to ReNew’s positioning as a thought leader in corporate citizenship and community resilience.

Desired Profile

Education:

• Postgraduate in Social Work, Development Studies, Sustainability, or related disciplines from a reputed institution.

Experience:

• Minimum 12 years of experience in CSR, social development, or sustainability programs.

• Proven track record in strategy formulation, on-ground implementation, and impact measurement of CSR initiatives.

• Experience in managing large budgets, multi-location projects, and partnerships with NGOs and multilateral agencies.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of CSR regulations, ESG linkages, and SDG frameworks.

• Excellent program management, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Strategic mindset with an ability to translate social objectives into actionable programs.

• Strong communication and reporting abilities.

• Passion for sustainability, inclusion, and community development.