About Centre for Microfinance & Livelihood (CML):
The Centre for Microfinance & Livelihood (CML) is a not-for-profit development organisation established in 2012 and an Associate Organisation of Tata Trusts. Working across Northeast India, CML promotes sustainable livelihoods, financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, water, sanitation and hygiene (WaSH), and community development through capacity building, partnerships and evidence-based interventions.
About Tata Trusts:
Tata Trusts are amongst India's oldest, non-sectarian philanthropic organization. The Trusts have played a pioneering role in transforming traditional ideas of charity and introducing the concept of philanthropy to make a real difference to communities. Through grant-making, direct implementation and co-partnership strategies, the Trusts support and drive innovation in the areas of natural resources management; education; healthcare and nutrition; rural livelihoods; enhancing civil society and governance; media, arts, crafts and culture; and diversified employment.
Job Purpose:
The HR Executive will support the effective delivery of CML’s Human Resources function, with primary responsibility for planning, coordinating and strengthening Learning & Development initiatives across the organisation. The position will help build employee capabilities, support performance and professional growth, coordinate employee engagement and HR operations, and facilitate timely talent acquisition. The role will work closely with programme, finance, MIS and administrative teams to identify learning priorities and ensure that HR initiatives respond to organisational and project-level requirements across Assam and Tripura.
Position Details:
Department: Human Resources & Administration
Location: Guwahati, Assam, with travel to CML offices and project locations in Assam and Tripura
Reporting: Head – HR & Administration
Employment Type: Fixed Term Employment (FTE Role)
Compensation:
Rs.35,000–Rs.45,000 per month (CTC), inclusive of employer’s PF contribution, gratuity and Group Medical Health Insurance. The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated competencies and CML norms.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Learning & Development (Primary Responsibility):-
• Conduct periodic Training Needs Assessments (TNA) in consultation with department heads, programme teams and reporting managers to identify individual, functional and organisational learning gaps.
• Develop, coordinate and monitor the annual Learning & Development plan and training calendar, ensuring alignment with CML’s strategic priorities, project requirements and employee development needs.
• Plan and organise staff induction and orientation programmes for new employees, including familiarisation with CML’s organisational structure, programmes, HR policies, systems, processes and Code of Conduct.
• Coordinate internal and external training programmes, workshops, webinars, exposure visits, immersion programmes and other capacity-building initiatives for employees across different functions and locations.
• Liaise with subject-matter experts, resource persons, training institutions and external agencies; manage training schedules, nominations, logistics, learning materials and participant communication.
• Support the design and delivery of functional and behavioural learning interventions, including leadership development, communication, team management, project management, digital skills, Excel, AI tools and other role-specific competencies.
• Maintain training databases, attendance records, training materials, feedback forms and programme reports; track employee participation and learning hours.
• Collect and analyse participant feedback and assess training effectiveness through follow-up discussions, learning assessments and inputs from supervisors; recommend improvements for future programmes.
• Prepare periodic Learning & Development reports and dashboards highlighting planned versus completed programmes, employee participation, training expenditure, feedback and key outcomes.
• Support the development of individual learning plans and encourage a continuous-learning culture through knowledge-sharing sessions, peer learning and cross-functional exposure.
Employee Engagement, HR Operations & Organisational Support:-
• Coordinate employee engagement, recognition, team-building and staff-wellbeing initiatives to promote a positive, inclusive and collaborative workplace.
• Facilitate employee feedback, interaction and listening sessions; document key concerns and coordinate follow-up with the concerned HR personnel and reporting managers.
• Support employee onboarding, joining formalities, induction coordination, personnel file maintenance and communication of relevant HR policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and updated HR records, employee databases, training MIS and other HR documentation while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.
• Assist in preparing periodic HR reports, dashboards, presentations and management updates relating to employee development, engagement and other HR activities.
• Support communication and awareness sessions on HR policies, service rules, Code of Conduct, POSH and other organisational policies and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments and project offices to ensure timely completion of HR documentation, employee communication and other assigned HR activities.
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment:-
• Coordinate recruitment activities against approved manpower requisitions, including preparation and circulation of job advertisements, sourcing and candidate communication.
• Screen applications against approved job requirements, maintain candidate databases and recruitment trackers, and prepare shortlists for review by hiring managers.
• Coordinate interview schedules, communicate with candidates and interview panel members, and support the smooth conduct of selection processes.
• Work with department heads and hiring managers to understand position requirements, selection criteria and recruitment timelines, supporting timely closure of approved vacancies.
• Coordinate reference checks, selection documentation, offer communication and pre-joining formalities in line with CML’s recruitment procedures.
• Maintain recruitment records and prepare periodic updates on vacancies, applications received, shortlisting, interviews and position closure.
Qualifications and Experience:
• MBA / Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Organisational Development or a related discipline.
• Approximately 2–4 years of relevant experience in HR, with demonstrated exposure to Learning & Development, training coordination, employee development or HR operations.
• Practical experience in coordinating training programmes, conducting or supporting Training Needs Assessments, preparing training calendars and maintaining training records will be preferred.
• Working knowledge of recruitment coordination and employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding and HR documentation.
• Experience in the development sector, non-profit organisations or multi-location organisations will be an advantage.
Skills and Competencies:
• Strong interest and capability in Learning & Development, employee capability building and organisational development.
• Good communication, facilitation, interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to coordinate with employees and managers at different levels.
• Strong planning, coordination, follow-up, documentation, analytical and reporting abilities; ability to manage multiple activities and timelines.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with online learning platforms, digital training tools and HR information systems will be an advantage.
• Ability to prepare training presentations, reports, dashboards, learning materials and professional communication.
• High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, initiative, adaptability and problem-solving ability.
• Willingness to travel to CML offices and project locations in Assam and Tripura as required.
How to Apply
Interested candidates may email their updated resume and cover letter to Admin@cmlnortheast.com, with a copy to manti.das@cmlnortheast.com. Please mention “Application for HR Executive – Learning & Development & Talent Acquisition” in the subject line.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.