About Raddis Raddis® is a regenerative food and fiber ecosystem empowering farmers, particularly women farmers, to thrive while regenerating the environment. Anchored in South East India, it integrates crops like cotton, coffee, cashew, millets, red gram, and kitchen gardens, fostering biodiversity and food security. By promoting regenerative farming, Raddis® improves soil health and farmer incomes while connecting them to global markets through transparent, traceable supply chains. With an established cotton value chain and a global presence, Raddis® collaborates with textile innovators and global brands. Expanding into food crops, it is driving a global shift toward regenerative agriculture and circularity. Through research, co-creation, and purpose-driven partnerships, Raddis® envisions a fairer world that regenerates communities, economies, and the planet, and is currently working with more than 18000 farmers. About GVK Society Grameena Vikas Kendram Society for Rural Development (GVK Society) part of the Raddis ecosystem, empowers small farmers and rural households through community-driven innovations. Through our work, we uplift rural households by providing tools, knowledge, and resources for their holistic development. With a focus on farmer empowerment, infrastructure development, capacity building, and perpetual innovation, GVK Society aims to create long-term prosperity and resilience in rural areas. Join us in transforming rural communities into regenerative systems living in harmony with nature. Function: People & Culture Role : HR Generalist - Recruitment & HR Ops Location: Visakhapatnam, India Reports to: Global Head - People & Culture Employment Type: Full-time 1. Key Responsibilities / Scope of Work a. Recruitment Maintain a Repository of approved Job Descriptions. Develop Job Descriptions for new roles that based on the brief from the Reporting Manager and submit to the HR COE lead and Global Head - People & Culture for approval. Attract (Post Jobs and request referrals), screen suitable candidates for the role. Conduct the Psychometric Tests, as required Prepare interview questionnaire and assignment as required for the role. Conduct interviews along with line manager to ensure best candidates are selected for the role. Schedule interview with skip level and senior leadership as required for the role. Maintain interview and assignment notes for any future reference. Ensure that we onboard capable and values-aligned talent across functions and geographies. Prioritize alignment with regenerative mindsets and values (collaboration, humility, systems thinking, learning, accountability). Think of creative ways to assess emotional intelligence, ecological sensitivity, self-regulation, and community orientation. b. Onboarding Ensure a welcoming, structured, and culturally-rooted Onboarding experience as designed and directed by HR COE. Design immersive Onboarding experiences that ground new hires in the mission, ecosystem thinking, and shared responsibility. c. HR Operations - Employee Lifecycle Management Manage core HR processes and follow-ups (Reference Check, Onboarding, Performance reviews, Learning, Transfers, Employee letters, and Exits), ensuring continuous improvement in all processes through two-way feedback. Maintain employee lifecycle records with accuracy, integrity, and efficiency (Hard & Soft format). Manage HR Processes through the HR IT tool and prepare dashboards for management review as required. Ensure smooth and dignified handling of transfers, exits, and employment status changes. Act as the first line of support for employee queries and grievances. Facilitate community rituals, listening circles, and story-sharing platforms that reconnect people with meaning. Administer health, insurance, wellness, leave, and any other benefit schemes across for-profit and not-for-profit arms as applicable. Educate employees on available benefits through orientation, FAQs, and workshops. Maintain accurate benefits data and documentation in HRIS systems. 2. Key Deliverables / Key Performance Indicators a. Recruitment % of roles closed within agreed timelines Hiring manager satisfaction score Candidate experience score (interview-to-offer) b. Onboarding 100 % of new hires completing Onboarding within 7–10 days Positive feedback score on the Onboarding experience Retention rate of new hires at 6 months - Voluntary attrition to be <5% c. HR Operations & Documentation % of employee files and contracts digitized, accurate, and up-to-date Timeliness and accuracy of monthly attendance submission. 100 % of benefits claims (e.g., medical) resolved within SLA d. Employee Lifecycle Support 100% Completion of assigned HR processes within timelines for the assigned employee groups (onboarding to exit). 100% completion of quarterly Performance & Learning reviews. 100% completion of exit interviews and actions post-analysis. e. Grievance Resolution % grievances escalated vs. resolved at primary level Employee satisfaction with HR response (pulse check) This is an indicative list of responsibilities and expectations from the role. The role might be assigned any other responsibilities that contribute favorably towards the objectives of the organization. 3. Functional Competencies Talent Acquisition I Salary Negotiation I HR Operations I Employee Engagement I Grievance Management I Process Management I Statutory Compliance (Basic Knowledge) I Stakeholder Management - Interpersonal skills I Proficiency in MS Office & knowledge of AI tools. 4. Behavioral Traits Effective Communicator I Result-Oriented I People-Centered & Empathetic I Integrity & Trustworthiness I Attention to Detail I Adaptable & Responsive I Humble & Learning-Oriented I Analytical & Systemic Thinker. 5. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in HR recruitment and operations, preferably in an agri-based social enterprise or similar sector. Strong knowledge of recruitment processes, HR operations, and HR systems. Familiarity with employment laws and HR best practices. 6. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in HR or related field. Experience with HR software systems Previous experience in working within the agri-based or non-profit sector. Interested candidates are requested to mail their resume to hr@gvksociety.org
About GVK Society Grameena Vikas Kendram Society for Rural Development (GVK Society) part of the Raddis ecosystem, empowers small farmers and rural households through community-driven innovations. Through our work, we uplift rural households by providing tools, knowledge, and resources for their holistic development. With a focus on farmer empowerment, infrastructure development, capacity building, and perpetual innovation, GVK Society aims to create long-term prosperity and resilience in rural areas. Join us in transforming rural communities into regenerative systems living in harmony with nature. About Raddis Raddis® is a regenerative food and fiber ecosystem empowering farmers, particularly women farmers, to thrive while regenerating the environment. Anchored in South East India, it integrates crops like cotton, coffee, cashew, millets, red gram, and kitchen gardens, fostering biodiversity and food security. By promoting regenerative farming, Raddis® improves soil health and farmer incomes while connecting them to global markets through transparent, traceable supply chains. With an established cotton value chain and a global presence, Raddis® collaborates with textile innovators and global brands. Expanding into food crops, it is driving a global shift toward regenerative agriculture and circularity. Through research, co-creation, and purpose-driven partnerships, Raddis® envisions a fairer world that regenerates communities, economies, and the planet, and is currently working with more than 18000 farmers. Function: Operations Role : Head of Operations Location: Visakhapatnam, India Employment Type: Full-time Reports to: CEO- Grameena Vikas Kendram, India Functional Reporting : Global Head - Operations Team Management: Direct Reporting: Operational Lead / Project Managers Indirect Reporting: Regional Managers, Unit Managers, MIS Managers, Extension Officers Role Purpose: To lead and manage the operations with a strong focus on farmer enrollment, capacity building, agri-input distribution, certification and compliance, and farmer advisory services. The Head of Operations will drive large-scale adoption of regenerative agriculture practices, ensure delivery of quality inputs and knowledge to farmers, and enable measurable improvements in farmer income, community well-being, and socio-ecological outcomes across food, fiber, medicinal plants, and eco-credit initiatives. 1. Key Responsibilities(KRA's) Farmer Engagement and Enrollment: Design and oversee farmer identification, onboarding, retention, and enrollment processes. Ensure equitable inclusion (women, youth, marginalized groups). Drive digital recordkeeping and data accuracy for farmer databases. Capacity Building and Training: Develop and scale farmer training programs on regenerative agriculture practices. Partner with research, knowledge, and extension agencies to update training modules. Establish farmer field schools, demo plots, and peer-learning networks. Agri Input Distribution. Ensure a timely and affordable supply of high-quality seeds, bio-fertilizers, bio-pesticides, and other regenerative inputs. Monitor procurement, warehousing, and last-mile distribution efficiency. Build partnerships with sustainable agri-input providers. Certification & Compliance Support end-to-end certification processes (Organic, Fair Trade, NPOP, Regenagri, etc.). Ensure compliance with local and global regulatory frameworks. Maintain transparent documentation and audit readiness. Farmer Advisory & Extension Provide continuous crop-specific, climate-resilient advisory services during cultivation and collection. Integrate digital platforms (apps, IVR, WhatsApp) for timely advisories. Strengthen linkages between farmers, research institutions, and brand partners. Impact Delivery & Monitoring Establish operational KPIs and social-ecological impact metrics (soil health, biodiversity, water conservation, carbon credits). Track farmer income improvements, adoption of regenerative practices, and eco-credit generation. Prepare reports for donors, government agencies, and stakeholders. Leadership & People Development Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing operations team. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and community service. Enable cross-functional collaboration with Finance, M&C, Fundraising, and Global Ops. 2. Key Performance Indicators(KPI's) Farmer Enrollment & Retention: % of targeted farmers onboarded annually; retention rate. Training & Adoption: % of farmers trained; % adopting regenerative practices. Agri Input Distribution: % of farmers receiving inputs on time; farmer satisfaction score. Certification & Compliance: % of farmer groups certified; zero audit non-conformities. Advisory Effectiveness: % increase in yields/reduction in crop losses; adoption of advisory recommendations. Farmer Income Growth: Average % increase in net farmer income year-on-year. Socio-Ecological Impact: Soil health score, biodiversity index, and eco-credits generated. Operational Efficiency: Cost per farmer served; turnaround time for services. Team Development: Employee retention rate; % of team meeting KPIs. 3. Functional Competencies Strong expertise in Agri-Operations Management (farmer mobilization, training, certification). Knowledge of regenerative & sustainable agriculture practices. Experience with supply chain, certification standards, and compliance frameworks. Data-driven decision-making and operational analytics. Proficiency in managing large rural field teams across geographies. 4. Behavioral Competencies Mission and impact-driven leadership with empathy for farmers. Strong stakeholder management (farmers, NGOs, government, donors, certifiers). Results orientation with a balance of scale, quality, and sustainability. Ability to inspire and build capacity of diverse teams. Resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving in dynamic rural environments. 5. Qualifications & Experience Master’s degree in agriculture, Rural Development, Social Work, or related field. Knowledge of the best / new age practices and latest trends of managing social enterprise. 12–15+ years of experience in rural/agri operations, including at least 5 years inleadership roless in a social enterprise. Proven track record in managing farmer programs, certifications, and agri-input distribution with professional and performance orientation. Exposure to multi-country or large-scale rural development projects with impact orientation is desirable. Interested candidates are requested to mail their resume to hr@gvksociety.org