Human Resources Manager | Fish Welfare Initiative

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for creating a positive, fast-paced workplace and supporting organizational growth You might be the Human Resources Manager we are looking for.

Fish Welfare Initiative is hiring a Human Resources Manager who can help us build a strong, capable team to further our mission of improving fish welfare.

Our team is committed to values centered on impact, radical compassion, transparency, and adaptability. Every decision we make is informed by on-the-ground realities, and evidence-based methods, and driven by our dedication to advancing fish welfare.

About The Role

FWI is always on the lookout for highly talented individuals who are willing to work in rural India. As the Human Resources Manager, you will play a crucial role in helping us streamline our recruitment processes, which may involve building and maintaining relationships with universities and fellowship programs, such as campus hiring or rural fellowship hiring, to ensure we attract the right talent.

In addition, you will support the Managing Director by managing employee relations, overseeing training and development programs, and ensuring compliance with legal standards.

Success in this role requires strong recruitment expertise, excellent communication and leadership skills, and a deep understanding of HR best practices.

Location: Remote, although candidates who intend to work part or all of the year out of our office in Eluru, India, are preferred.

Compensation: INR 50,000 - INR 90,000, with some flexibility for candidates with greater experience

The Human Resources Manager will oversee talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, and organizational development while maintaining a positive and productive workplace.

Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent

Manage the entire recruitment process, from job postings to onboarding

Collaborate with department heads to identify staffing needs and write job descriptions

2. Support the Managing Director with day-to-day HR operations

Handle employee relations and performance management

Develop and enforce HR policies in compliance with legal standards

Ensure compliance with labor laws and manage employee benefits

3. Collaborate with the Managing Director for staff training and development

Organize and coordinate training sessions and workshops

Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs

Address employee concerns and grievances

Implement strategies to improve employee satisfaction and retention

Foster a positive work environment through open communication and collaboration

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in human resources and recruitment.

Language Skills: Proficiency in both written and spoken English is essential. Fluency in Telugu is a plus.

Cultural commitment: Strongly committed to the cultural values of FWI.

Key Expertise

We are looking for someone who has experience in: