ICAI invites applications from highly competent candidates for the position of

Joint Secretary (HUMAN RESOURCES)

ICAI, the second largest accounting body in the world, set up by an Act of Parliament, is looking for a high profile and multi-faceted personality with leadership qualities, excellent communication, interpersonal and motivational skills for the position of Joint Secretary (Human Resources). This is an EXCELLENT opportunity for high caliber professional to join a world class accounting organization and make an impact on the national level.

Key Responsibilities                                                                             Location:  New Delhi

People Strategy

         Work with Top Management / Head of Institution and Departmental / Functional Heads in developing a vision and strategy for HR;  Facilitator for its implementation 

         Prepare a Plan for Review, of relevant HR policies

         Conduct regular interventions to assess efficacy of the Policies and their modifications, if necessary keeping in mind the overall frame-work of the Vision 2030

Talent Acquisition

         Based on future requirements (short term/ medium term and long term) assess manning patterns

         Working closely with the Departmental Heads  to ensure that the Institutions recruitment procedures and records are effective and, in particular, that they meet current and future skill/ competencies 

         Be actively involved in the recruitment & selection process

Talent Management

Remuneration & Benefits

         Review the market on benefits which similar organizations are implementing and their relationship to ICAI for purposes of retention and motivation of important resources

Employee Performance Management

         Ensure the effective implementation of the performance management system for appraisal of officers and staff.

         Ensure that the Code of Conduct / Service Rules are appropriate, effective and well-communicated to staff.

         Advise Departmental Heads on the correct procedures to be followed in managing staff performance, absence and sickness.

Employment Legislation

         Ensure compliance with HR legislation, guidance and good practice, requirements and ICAIs HR policies.

Disciplinary & Grievance Procedures

         Undertake disciplinary and grievance investigations and / or chair disciplinary and grievance hearings as appropriate.

Talent Development

         Develop the Institutions Learning and Development (L&D) policies.

         Supervise the implementation of L&D process Induction; regular Skill and Knowledge up-gradation; Competency enhancement

         Advise Departmental heads / Functional Heads on appropriate staff training and development procedures.

         Review Annual L&D reviews so as to ensure appropriate skills and knowledge reside within the employees across all levels and Functions

Employee Communication

         Envision, Design and Implement Employee Communication System for exchange of information with management and external support agencies

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education / Qualifications

         Essential A Degree with Post Graduation (2 year Full Time) in Business Management/ Business Administration/ Personnel management/ Industrial Relations from reputed educational institutions such as IIM/ FMS/ XLRI/ TISS etc.

         A Degree in Law would be advantageous

         Preferable - Member of a Professional Organization (such as NIPM, NHRDN, ISTD, AIMA, etc)

Experience

         At least 15 years work experience in the Function (should be in the 40 to 45 years age group)

         Previous HR management experience as Head of Department within an organization of similar size and complexity

         Experience of working within an educational establishment or financial services institution, would be an advantage 

Skills and Personal Abilities

         Excellent communicator both in writing and verbally, and in delivering presentations to different audiences with the ability to instill confidence in all

         Ability and desire to see (and influence) the overall picture while having an unfailing eye for detail

         Willingness to shoulder responsibility

         Ability to work independently and collegially (taking others along)

• Ability to build positive relationships with a diverse range (Council, Top Management, Departmental Heads and other Functional levels)
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Computer Skills/ Knowledge