Make A Difference
Website:
makeadiff.in
Job details:
About Make A Difference(MAD):
Vision: End Poverty in Our Lifetime
At Make A Difference (MAD), we don’t just dream of a fairer world—we build it.
For 18 years, we’ve been rewriting the future for children in need of care and protection, proving that
poverty is not inevitable. How? By awakening the power of young leaders—thousands of changemakers
across 13+ states in India—who refuse to accept inequality as destiny.
Our mission is bold: to transform the way society and families nurture children, ensuring every child we
work with doesn’t just survive—but thrives. We measure success in stable, middle-class adult outcomes,
because breaking the cycle of poverty isn’t enough. We’re here to shatter it forever.
The Game-Changer: The Community Organizing Model
Born from nearly two decades of on-the-ground impact, our Community Organizing Model is a
revolution in leadership. It’s not about charity—it’s about empowering grassroots movements to
dismantle poverty from the inside out.
We equip young leaders with the tools to:
- Challenge systemic barriers holding children back.
- Redefine care—so families and institutions invest in every child’s potential.
- Create a ripple effect—because one empowered child lifts up entire communities.
This is more than a model. It’s a movement. And it’s working.
The Future We’re Creating
Imagine a future where:
● No child’s destiny is decided by their birth.
● Every young leader is a force for justice.
● Poverty isn’t just reduced—it’s erased.
That’s the future we’re building. Will you join us?
Role overview:
Shape the Heartbeat of Our Mission
At MAD, we don’t just build systems—we build futures. We’re seeking a visionary Human
Capital Lead (10 years’ experience, including 5 years in a managerial role ) to architect the
people strategies that empower both our employees and the youth we serve.
This is your opportunity to:
● Design with purpose – Craft HR frameworks that fuel organizational growth while
preserving our vibrant volunteer-driven culture
● Lead with impact – Oversee the Human Capital function as a whole amplifying your
influence across our mission
● Innovate for change – Streamline operations to support our dedicated full-time teams
behind youth empowerment
While prior MAD experience is valued, we welcome HR professionals who bring:
● A passion for transforming systems to serve people
● The creativity to balance structure with soul
● A commitment to nurturing talent that nurtures futures
Your expertise won’t just optimize processes—it will unlock potential for thousands of young
lives.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic HR Leadership
● Partner with senior leadership (CEO, Directors) to align HR strategy with business goals.
● Develop and execute HR roadmaps for organizational growth, culture, and
transformation.
● Lead workforce planning, including headcount forecasting, succession planning, and
talent pipelines.
2. Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding
● Oversee large-scale recruitment strategies for leadership and niche roles.
● Strengthen employer branding to attract top talent (EVPs, social media, campus hiring).
● Optimize hiring processes using AI-driven ATS, recruitment analytics, and diversity hiring.
3. Performance & Career Development
● Design performance management frameworks.
● Implement leadership development programs.
● Drive succession planning for critical roles to ensure business continuity.
4. Employee Experience & Culture
● Champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
● Enhance employee engagement through surveys, retention strategies, and recognition
programs.
● Foster a hybrid/remote work culture with policies that balance flexibility and
productivity.
5. Compensation, Benefits & Payroll
● Lead compensation benchmarking (salary structures, bonuses, equity).
● Oversee benefits optimization (healthcare, wellness, retirement plans).
● Ensure payroll compliance and manage HR budgeting & cost control.
6. HR Compliance & Risk Management
● Ensure adherence to labor laws
● Handle complex employee relations issues (investigations, terminations, legal disputes).
● Mitigate HR risks through audits, policy updates, and training.
7. Learning & Organizational Development (L&D/OD)
● Identify skill gaps and implement upskilling/reskilling programs.
● Drive change management during mergers, restructuring, or digital transformation.
● Implement HR tech solutions (HRIS, LMS, AI-driven analytics).
8. HR Analytics & Decision-Making
● Track key HR metrics (attrition, time-to-hire, engagement scores).
● Use data-driven insights to improve HR strategies.
● Present reports to leadership on workforce trends and ROI of HR initiatives.
9. Team Leadership & HR Operations
● Manage and mentor HR managers, business partners, and specialists.
● Streamline HR processes (onboarding, offboarding, compliance).
● Oversee HR tech stack (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, BambooHR).
What we’re looking for:
● 10 years of HR superpowers, including 5 years of experience in a managerial role –
You’ve honed your people operations expertise (any sector welcome!) and are ready to
apply it for social impact
● Heart for service – Bonus points for nonprofit/volunteer experience (MAD alumni, we’d
love to welcome you home!)
● A gift for growing others – You’ve successfully led small but mighty teams (2-3 people)
with care and vision
● The art of simplicity – You design HR systems that are beautifully effective, not
bureaucratically complex
● A solutions mindset – You spot challenges and instinctively create practical,
people-centered fixes
● Adaptability as your superpower – You thrive in unique environments where passion
fuels the mission
● The language of connection – You bridge worlds, speaking fluently to volunteers, staff,
and leaders alike
Compensation and Benefits
Location: Goa
Pay range: 18 LPA
This is a full-time role based in Goa, involving close collaboration with teams across India, where
you’ll be at the heart of supporting the transformative journey of some of the country’s most
resilient young adults. The offered compensation ranges between ₹18 LPA, with the final
amount determined based on the interview process and relevant experience.
Recruitment Process:
Screening call → Round 1 (Hiring Manager) → Pre-work/Scrum observation → Round 2
(Leadership) → Offer rollout.
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