Group HR Head

About the Organisation

Since 1994, the organisation has supported Change Agents in over 25 countries to unlock, accelerate and scale impact for social equity. It has shared India’s social development expertise globally and brought back valuable insights and goodwill to strengthen its own efforts.Its work spans public health, livelihoods, education, climate resilience and governance, using integrated approaches that include policy, research, monitoring, implementation and capacity building. Over the years, the organisation has collaborated with more than 1,000 civil society groups, 100+ governments and over 40 global institutions.

 Impact Highlights:

• 20M+ lives impacted
  20M+ lives impacted
  
• USD 1.5B mobilised for development
• USD 200M in direct transfers to vulnerable communities
• 200+ organisations and 10 sustainable networks supported
• 50+ innovative solutions developed

Data-driven and tech-enabled systems have been leveraged to deliver measurable outcomes - influencing ₹50+ Crore in social investments and improving millions of lives.

The Opportunity

A dynamic and business-oriented Group HR Head is required to lead the human resources function across a diverse and growing organisation. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic perspective while remaining hands-on in shaping culture, enabling leadership and aligning people development with business needs. The role is central to building a performance-driven and entrepreneurial culture, while ensuring HR acts as a true partner to the business rather than an administrative function.

Key Responsibilities 

Strategic HR Leadership

• Partner with the executive leadership team to design and implement a people strategy that aligns with overall business goals.
• Lead the HR function at a group level, embedding a culture of performance, accountability, agility, and ownership.

Talent Development & Culture

• Drive initiatives to groom internal talent into more business-savvy, entrepreneurial leaders capable of driving outcomes.
• Embed a mindset of ownership, innovation, and continuous development across the organisation.
• Create and implement programs that enable individuals to step into larger, business-oriented roles with confidence and competence.

Ideal Candidate Profile 

• Minimum 15 years of progressive HR leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a Group or Head of HR role.
• Demonstrated success in transforming HR into a strategic business partner.
• Strong experience in leadership development, change management and organisation design.
• Background in entrepreneurial, industrial, or innovation-led environments preferred.
• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field.

Please share your updated resume at placements@indialeadersforsocialsector.com.

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