Manager – People Development & Administration

IT for Change; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

IT for Change in Bengaluru invites an experienced HR professional to lead HR Operations and administrative functions in a mission-driven NGO. You will manage inductions, attendance, payroll coordination, and vendor engagements, ensuring compliant and smooth operations.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years in HR/Administration, with strong communication and discretion. You will partner with Finance and programs to maintain efficient processes and a people-centric workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Admin, or related field.
• 8+ years in HR Operations or Admin roles.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes and operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Discretion with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee-specific processes (inductions, work reviews, exits), leave and attendance, databases, and engagement.
• Support statutory compliance and documentation with relevant labour and employment laws.
• Ensure consistent implementation of admin policies and smooth day-to-day admin functioning.
• Coordinate with the Finance team to process invoices and payments with vendors and service providers, and for internal and external audits.
• Oversee travel-related requirements of employees for organizational meetings, workshops and events.

Skills

HR operations

Communication

Team player

Discretion

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA/Management

Tools

HRMS/payroll

MS Office/Google Workspace

Labour law familiarity

Job description

IT for Change (ITfC) is an NGO whose mission is to end digital inequality and advance just, equitable, and people-led digital futures for the Global South.

ITfC works through three strategic program areas: Gender and Digital Empowerment, Public EdTech, and Just Digital Governance.

Across these program areas, ITfC builds community-owned digital models, shapes public discourse on digital rights, and strengthens the capacity of public institutions and civil society to design more accountable, inclusive digital ecosystems.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or a related discipline
• 8+ years of relevant experience in HR Operations, Administration or HR & Admin roles
• Strong knowledge of HR operations and processes
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Sensitivity in employee interactions and discretion in handling confidential information

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

• Experience in the NGO/development/social sector
• Proficiency in HRMS/payroll systems and MS Office/Google Workspace
• Familiarity about labour-law and statutory compliance

Responsibilities

• Manage employee-specific processes (inductions, work reviews, exits), leave and attendance, databases, and engagement
• Support statutory compliance and documentation with relevant labour and employment laws
• Ensure consistent implementation of admin policies and smooth day-to-day admin functioning
• Coordinate with the Finance team to process invoices and payments with vendors and service providers, and for internal and external audits
• Oversee travel-related requirements of employees for organizational meetings, workshops and events

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications, and should not be a constraint for the right candidate.