New Delhi: Vacancy for Coordinator, Human Resources

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POSITION: COORDINATOR, HUMAN RESOURCES

THE ORGANIZATION

Human Rights Law Network (HRLN) is a collective of lawyers and social activists

dedicated to the use of the legal system to advance human rights, struggle

against violations and ensure access to justice for all. The organization

provides pro bono legal services to those with little or no access to the

justice system. It participates in the struggle for rights through its various

activities including public interest litigation, advocacy, legal awareness

programmes and investigations into violations, publishing 'know your rights'

materials, and participating in campaigns.

LOCATION: New Delhi

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Academic. Post-graduate diploma / degree level studies in either (a) human

resource management or ( personnel management or © management, with

specialization in HR / Personnel, or (d) Social Work, with specialization in HR

/ Personnel.

2. Experience. At least three years of experience in any field of application

within HR, but with exposure to the whole of HRM.

3. Orientation. A social development perspective is required, with an

understanding of the needs of HRM in the non-profit / development sector.

DESIRABLE

1. Work experience in a non-profit / development setting

2. Relevant project experience during post-graduate studies

3. Training, additional qualifications pertinent to the development context

4. Exposure / experience in Organization Development (OD)

5. Understanding of Human Rights perspective

ROLE

HRLN has two large offices in New Delhi and Mumbai with about 60 and 30 staff

respectively. In addition there are nearly 20 small offices working as Chapters

in many parts of the country, with staff ranging from 2 to 12. There are two

main types of staff - lawyers and social activists. They are required to work in

close collaboration for the effectiveness of the Network. The total number on

the staff is over 200. There are some part time / contractual staff as well.

Most management services are located in New Delhi. The HR function is a new one,

and will be developed afresh. In addition to the important task of setting basic

HRM procedural systems in place, the person will be required to accompany an

Organization Development process being initiated for the future directions of

HRLN. The organization offers a stimulating environment to be part of a

significant social movement. It is also an opportunity to set up a new HRM

function, and grow with the organization.

Those interested in being considered for the position are invited to write

directly (by e-mail only) to the Executive Director at the contact address given

below, enclosing a full CV. An acknowledgement will be sent immediately. The

covering letter must mention (1) the current total salary (and benefits)

received, (2) the total salary expected, (3) the lead time needed for an

interview, and (4) the possible joining date, if selected.

All enquiries will be handled with strict confidence. An acknowledgement will be

sent immediately. Further communications will be sent only to those being

invited for an interview. All queries must be sent to the e-mail contact given.

Telephone calls cannot be taken in connection with this search process.

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Human Rights Law Network

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