Our company is looking For an Ethical and Welfare Officer

Role & responsibilities

job responsibilities of an Ethical Officer

1. Compliance Monitoring Ensure the company complies with all local and international labor laws, environmental regulations, and buyer-specific ethical standards.

2. Code of Conduct Implementation Enforce the company's code of ethics and conduct policies across all departments and supplier chains.

3. Social Audits Coordinate and support third-party audits (e.g. BSCI, SEDEX, WRAP), and conduct internal audits to identify violations.

4. Training & Awareness – Educate employees, especially factory workers and supervisors, on ethical practices, worker rights, and safety standards.

5. Worker Grievance Handling – Set up systems for employees to report issues confidentially and ensure timely resolution.

6. Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) – Work with teams to address non-compliances and implement improvements based on audit findings.

7. Record Keeping & Reporting – Maintain documentation of compliance reports, audit results, and training records for buyer and legal reviews.

8. Supplier Assessment – Evaluate suppliers and subcontractors to ensure they meet ethical sourcing standards.

9. Liaison with Buyers & NGOs – Communicate with buyers or third-party agencies regarding social compliance and ethical performance.

10. Child & Forced Labor Prevention – Implement strict measures to ensure no child or forced labor is used at any level of production.

job responsibilities of a Labour Welfare Officer

1. Employee Welfare & Engagement

- Organize welfare programs (health camps, canteen, transport, recreation).

- Ensure safe, hygienic working conditions.

- Maintain grievance redressal mechanisms.

2. Statutory Compliance

- Ensure adherence to labour laws (Factories Act, ESI, PF, etc.).

- Liaise with government bodies during inspections or audits.

3. Training & Awareness

- Conduct training on safety, rights, policies, and personal development.

- Educate workers on legal rights and welfare schemes.

4. Worker Counselling & Support

- Address personal or work-related concerns of workers.

- Promote mental well-being and provide basic counseling.

5. Record Maintenance

- Maintain updated employee welfare records, accident logs, and inspection reports.

6. CSR & Community Engagement

- Coordinate CSR activities involving employees or local communities.

7. Women Welfare Focus (if applicable)

- Ensure POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) policies are followed. - Support women’s welfare initiatives, maternity benefits, etc.

Preferred candidate profile