Head - CSR

Jakson Group; Dadri; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Jakson Group seeks a senior CSR leader to spearhead the Corporate Social Responsibility agenda, ensuring Section 135 compliance and alignment with business objectives. The role drives strategic CSR programs, ESG integration, and UN SDGs across operations.

The ideal candidate has 15–20 years in leadership CSR roles, a Master’s degree or MSW, and proven ability to build partnerships with NGOs, government bodies, and academia while guiding governance and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or MSW; background in Social Sciences preferred.
• 15–20 years in a leadership CSR role.
• Experience with Section 135 compliance and ESG alignment.
• Strong networking and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English/Hindi.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement CSR strategy aligned with mission, values, and Section 135 compliance.
• Integrate CSR with ESG, BRSR reporting and UN SDGs.
• Establish partnerships with NGOs, implementing agencies, government bodies, and academia.
• Ensure governance, CSR rules compliance and robust monitoring.
• Manage CSR budgets across business units and quarterly reviews.
• Build relationships with senior leadership, business units, and functions.
• Lead employee volunteering programs and CSR communications.

Skills

CSR strategy

Stakeholder management

Partnership development

ESG

BRSR reporting

UN SDGs

Leadership

Communication

Bilingual English/Hindi

Education

Master's degree/MSW

Job description

Job Requirements

Position Overview

The person will spearhead the organization’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, ensuring compliance with Section 135 of the Companies Act 2013 while driving strategic CSR programs that align with business objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive CSR strategy aligned with organizational mission, values, and Section 135 compliance requirements.
• Integrate CSR initiatives with broader ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) framework, BRSR reporting requirements and UN Sustainable Development Goals.
• Establish strategic partnerships with NGOs, implementing agencies, government bodies, and academic institutions for designing and implementing Jakson CSR agenda.
• Ensure robust governance mechanisms and compliance with CSR rules and regulations
• Manage CSR quarterly monitoring and budget allocation across business units.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders including senior leadership, business units, and functional teams
• Lead employee volunteering programs and CSR awareness initiatives.
• Manage CSR communications, social media presence, and brand visibility for CSR programs

Work Experience

Professional Experience

Total Experience: 15 - 20 years in a leadership role.

Education: Master’s degree or Postgraduate qualification in any discipline; a background in Social Sciences or an MSW is preferred.

Core Competencies

Strategic thinking with the ability to align CSR initiatives with business objectives and ESG goals

Strong passion for community development and social impact

Excellent networking and relationship-building skills

Strong execution and communication capabilities

Proven stakeholder engagement skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi

Additional Requirements

• Mobility: Willingness to travel extensively for program monitoring and stakeholder engagement
• Values Alignment: Demonstrated commitment to core values of Integrity, Care, Collaboration, Entrepreneurship, and Excellence.