Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Kia India; Sri Sathya Sai; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Kia India Private Limited invites a seasoned CSR professional to lead Government relations, stakeholder liaison, and CSR project management in Andhra Pradesh. The role drives end-to-end CSR initiatives, compliance, budgeting, and community engagement across projects, ensuring regulatory adherence and measurable impact.

The ideal candidate has 10–16 years in corporate communications, CSR, or related fields, with strong governance, reporting, and cross-functional coordination skills.

Qualifications

• PG in Rural Development, Management, Development Studies, Sociology, or Social Work is mandatory.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university.
• Relevant experience in CSR, community development, Government liaison, or social impact projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Government departments and local authorities for approvals, permissions, NOCs, and regulatory requirements related to CSR initiatives.
• Coordinate CSR project planning, budgeting, implementation, and end-to-end execution of approved projects; support reviews and handovers.
• Ensure CSR records, statutory documentation, approvals, and agreements are maintained per Companies Act, 2013 and CSR Rules.
• Conduct field visits and progress reviews; monitor milestones, budgets, and outcomes; collect data and prepare progress reports.

Skills

Strong communication

Coordination

Relationship-building

Education

Postgraduate degree in Rural Development or related field

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

MS Office

Reporting tools

Job description

Kia India Private Limited is a premier automotive manufacturer and a subsidiary of Kia Corporation. Driven by its global brand ethos "Movement that Inspires", Kia India has rapidly grown into one of the country's leading automotive brands.

Manufacturing Hub: Our state-of-the‑art manufacturing facility is located in Penukonda, Sri Satya sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It spans over 500+ acres and boasts a highly automated production process, an engine shop, body shop, paint shop, and assembly lines.

Core Products: We design, manufacture, and distribute globally inspired, connected, and technologically advanced vehicles tailored to the Indian and international markets.

Position Overview

Formally (Anantapur District), Andhra Pradesh

Qualification

PG in Rural Development, Management, Development Studies, Sociology, or Social Work is mandatory.

Reporting To

Head of Section [Corporate Affairs]

Function

CSR

Experience: 10-16 years of experience in Corporate Communications, Media Relations, CSR

Key Responsibilities

1. Government Relations & Stakeholder Liaison

• Coordinate with relevant Government departments and local authorities for approvals, permissions, NOCs, and other statutory requirements related to CSR initiatives.
• Facilitate meetings with Government officials and key stakeholders, including preparation of agendas, minutes of meetings, and action trackers.
• Coordinate site visits and review meetings involving Government officials, Company leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of Government correspondence, approvals, official communications, and statutory documentation.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with Government and community stakeholders to facilitate smooth implementation of CSR initiatives.

2. CSR Project Planning & Implementation

• Support the identification of community needs, development priorities, and potential CSR opportunities aligned with the Company’s CSR objectives.
• Coordinate with CSR implementing agencies, NGOs, project partners, and internal teams for effective project execution.
• Support the development of annual CSR plans, project proposals, budgets, and implementation frameworks.
• Coordinate end-to-end execution of approved CSR projects, ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, budgets, and defined outcomes.
• Support post-project activities, community engagement, project handover, and sustainability initiatives.
• Facilitate project inaugurations, stakeholder events, and community outreach programs.

3. CSR Compliance, Documentation & Reporting

• Ensure proper maintenance of CSR records and documentation in line with the Companies Act, 2013, applicable CSR Rules, and Company policies.
• Maintain comprehensive project-wise documentation, statutory records, approvals, agreements, and supporting documents.
• Monitor CSR expenditure against approved budgets and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support the preparation of Annual CSR Reports, management reports, and statutory disclosures.
• Maintain an updated CSR project database, dashboards, and digital records for effective tracking and audit readiness.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Assessment

• Conduct periodic field visits and project reviews to assess implementation progress and identify areas requiring intervention.
• Monitor physical and financial progress against approved project milestones, budgets, and timelines.
• Collect and validate project data, beneficiary details, photographs, testimonials, and success stories.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual CSR progress reports for management review.
• Support the evaluation of project outcomes and impact assessment studies to measure the effectiveness and sustainability of CSR initiatives.
• Identify project-level risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities and coordinate with stakeholders for timely corrective action.

5. Stakeholder & Community Engagement

• Develop strong relationships with local communities, Government representatives, implementing agencies, NGOs, and other key stakeholders.
• Support community consultations and engagement activities to ensure CSR initiatives are relevant, inclusive, and aligned with local needs.
• Represent the Company professionally during community and stakeholder interactions, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to responsible and sustainable community development.
• CSR Project Management & Execution
• Government Relations & Stakeholder Management
• CSR Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge
• Community Engagement & Development
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Assessment
• Budget Management & Financial Tracking
• Reporting, Documentation & Data Management
• Strong Communication, Coordination & Relationship-Building Skills

Preferred Qualifications

• PG in Rural Development, Management, Development Studies, Sociology, or Social Work is mandatory.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university.
• Relevant experience in CSR, community development, Government liaison, or social impact projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of Companies Act, 2013, CSR Rules, compliance, and statutory reporting will be an added advantage.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office, reporting, and documentation.
• Experience in the automotive, manufacturing, or corporate sector will be an added advantage.

Position Overview

• Location: Kia India Pvt., Ltd., Penukonda Mandal, Sri Sathyasai District, Formally (Anantapur Dis)