CSR Executive (Contractual)

About the Role:

• We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented CSR Executive to join our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) team.
• The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the end-to-end management of CSR initiatives, ensuring seamless coordination with internal teams and external NGO partners.
• This role demands strong communication skills, excellent coordination capabilities, and a collaborative mindset to effectively manage project execution, compliance, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial-level screenings of NGOs to identify organizations aligned with our CSR thematic focus.
• Coordinate with shortlisted NGOs to refine proposals ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records for internal reviews and CSR committee discussions.
• Facilitate the onboarding process of selected NGOs onto the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) portal, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed.
• Support finalization and execution of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for approved CSR projects.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams such as Legal, Finance, and Social Media to ensure smooth process cycles.
• Monitor progress of CSR projects, track deliverables, and coordinate tranche payments within agreed timelines.
• Liaise with branding team and social media teams to approve creatives, promotional materials, and campaign content submitted by NGOs.
• Conduct field-level monitoring visits, especially for sensitive and high-impact projects campaigns.
• Prepare regular project updates and reports.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Environment, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience (preferably 1-3 years) in CSR operations or project management involving NGO collaboration.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across teams and external stakeholders.
• Excellent coordination and multitasking skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to liaise effectively with cross-functional teams (Legal, Finance, Social Media, etc.) to drive project progress.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and compliance-driven with the ability to work independently.
• Good understanding of corporate CSR regulations and project management tools is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel for field visits and project monitoring.