Associate CSR Specialist

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Bangalore, India, is seeking a Manager Corporate Social Responsibility to drive CSR strategy and program development aligned with national development goals and business objectives.

You will lead governance, due diligence, and reporting while engaging with NGOs, government bodies, and academic partners to advance sustainability initiatives and ESG integration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Development Studies, Sustainability, Environmental Management, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Strategic CSR Planning and Program Development aligned with corporate sustainability priorities and development goals.
• Regulatory Compliance and Governance with Companies Act, 2013 provisions and CSR Rules.

Skills

CSR Planning

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Sustainability & ESG

Data Analytics

Impact Measurement

Risk Management

Education

Master's degree in Social Work / Sustainability / Development Studies

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Manager Corporate Social Responsibility

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to improving sustainability performance in your assigned area of responsibility. Each day, you will support the implementation of the group-wide sustainability strategy and business-specific priorities by applying in-depth knowledge and offering solutions and advice. You will also showcase your knowledge by providing feedback to the management and employees on lessons learned and best practices from within your own unit and across ABB.

The work model for the role is: #LI-Onsite

This role is contributing to the Motion business based in Bangalore, India:

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Strategic CSR Planning and Program Development - Ability to conceptualize, design, and implement CSR programs aligned with corporate sustainability priorities, national development goals, and business objectives. Experience in developing multi-year CSR strategies development arenas and thematic interventions in education, healthcare, environment, skilling, livelihood, and community development.
• Regulatory Compliance and Governance -In-depth knowledge of the CSR provisions under the Companies Act, 2013, Schedule VII requirements, CSR Rules, and related reporting obligations. Experience in conducting due diligence, governance reviews, risk assessments, and ensuring compliance across NGO and implementation partners.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Management - Proven ability to engage effectively with NGOs, foundations, government departments, academic institutions, social enterprises, community-based organizations, and internal business stakeholders. Effective relationship management skills for developing and sustaining strategic partnerships.
• Sustainability and ESG Integration - Good understanding of ESG principles, environmental sustainability, climate action, circular economy, biodiversity conservation, and social impact frameworks. Ability to integrate CSR initiatives with the organization's broader sustainability goals and ESG roadmap.
• Data Analytics, Communication and Thought Leadership - Proficiency in data collection, analysis, dashboard development, impact tracking, and preparation of management reports. Ability to draft polished reports for Board CSR Committee updates, annual reports, sustainability disclosures, and stakeholder communications. Effective written and verbal communication skills, including presentation development, proposal evaluation, case study documentation, storytelling, and preparation of communication materials. Ability to represent the organization in external forums, conferences, and stakeholder meetings.
• Impact Measurement, Evaluation and Financial Management - Knowledge of impact assessment methodologies, Theory of Change frameworks, Logical Framework Analysis, Social Return on Investment (SROI), and outcome measurement systems. Experience in developing KPIs, monitoring frameworks, baseline studies, and impact reports to measure program effectiveness. Experience in CSR budget planning, grant management, fund utilization monitoring, financial reconciliation, and auditing requirements. Ability to assess financial health and governance practices of implementation partners.
• Risk Management and Governance - Ability to identify operational, reputational, financial, and compliance risks associated with CSR projects and develop mitigation strategies. Experience in establishing governance mechanisms and monitoring controls for large-scale CSR initiatives.

Qualifications for the role

• Master's degree in Social Work, Rural Development, Development Studies, Sustainability, Environmental Management, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Additional certifications in Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, ESG/Sustainability, Impact Assessment, or CSR Management would be preferred. Solid understanding of the Companies Act, 2013 CSR provisions, ESG frameworks, sustainability reporting, and social impact measurement methodologies.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainability, Community Development, Development Sector Consulting, ESG, or Social Impact Program Management.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale CSR programs across thematic areas such as education, healthcare, skill development, women's empowerment, environmental sustainability, biodiversity conservation, waste management, livelihoods, and community infrastructure. Experience in working with NGOs, foundations, government agencies, multilateral organizations, and academic institutions.
• Experience in project design, partner due diligence,