Chief Human Resource Officer

Job Description – Chief Human Resource Officer

Mumbai candidates preferred

About Utkarsh Global Foundation

Utkarsh Global Foundation (formerly known as Utkarsh Star Mitra Mandal) is a nationwide non-profit organization committed to promoting the welfare of society. In collaboration with government bodies, we focus on various sectors including environmental protection, animal welfare, women’s education and empowerment, social justice, and disaster preparedness, with the goal of creating a better world for all living organisms and human beings.

Position Summary

The CHRO will lead Utkarsh’s HR strategy and operations with a strong emphasis on aligning human capital with its mission-driven programs. Reporting to the CEO, the CHRO will oversee all talent, organizational development, culture, and governance aspects, supporting both strategic growth and operational resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Leadership
• Develop and execute a future-focused HR strategy aligned with Utkarsh’s mission and growth roadmap.
• Guide talent planning across multiple domains: environmental, animal welfare, women empowerment, disaster readiness, healthcare, and more.
• Talent Management & Leadership Development
• Build high-performance leadership pipelines.
• Lead executive recruitment, succession planning, and emerging leader development.
• Culture, Diversity & Inclusion
• Reinforce Utkarsh’s core values of equality, inclusivity, transparency, and empowerment across all HR policies and practices Utkarsh Global Foundation.
• Promote an inclusive and engaged work environment that supports cross-functional collaboration and retention.
• HR Operations & Governance
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, HRIS, payroll, policy creation, compliance, and labor law adherence.
• Establish HR metrics and dashboards to track organizational health and impact.
• Change Management & Organizational Effectiveness
• Lead HR initiatives that support organizational scaling, new program launches (e.g., animal hospitals), and cross-departmental coordination
• Facilitate leadership development, coaching, and team-building.
• Employee Engagement & Welfare
• Design initiatives that boost employee morale, well-being, and satisfaction.
• Respond to HR challenges empathically while maintaining alignment with Utkarsh’s social values.
• Board & Leadership Collaboration
• Serve as HR advisor to the CEO and Board, shaping succession plans, executive compensation guidelines, and leadership culture.

Qualifications & Experience

• 20–25 years in HR leadership, with experience in non-profit, social sector, or mission-driven organizations (Preferred). Candidates can also be from Hospitality, Healthcare or Manufacturing industries.
• Proven track record in strategic HR, talent management, culture building, and operations in multiple geographies.
• Strong understanding of Indian labor regulations and compliance.
• Experience leading pan-India or multi-site HR functions.
• Advanced degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or related field—postgraduate preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and values-driven leadership.

Why Join Utkarsh Global Foundation?

• Be part of a dynamic leadership team advancing impactful programs across India.
• Build and nurture teams that directly influence societal welfare across multiple dimensions.
• Drive HR transformation and organizational development rooted in social empowerment, compassion, and sustainability.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ₹5,000,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mulund West, Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 07/09/2025