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Room to Read is not able to provide sponsorship.\nPosition Overview:\nThe ideal candidate will have extensive experience in payroll processing and related activities, including monthly payroll inputs, reconciliation, and statutory compliance. This role involves managing gratuity renewal processes, attendance, leave management, and coordinating exit formalities. The position will report to Officer, People Operations\nResponsibilities:\nPayroll Processing:\nCoordinate with the payroll vendor for end-to-end monthly payroll processing.\n\nProvide, validate, and reconcile monthly payroll inputs and ensure timely submission to the vendor.\n\nReview payroll outputs and coordinate with the vendor to resolve discrepancies and queries.\n\nEnsure timely completion of payroll activities in accordance with defined timelines.\n\nFull & Final Processing:\nCoordinate with the payroll vendor for end-to-end Full & Final settlement processing for exiting employees.\n\nProvide and validate the required inputs for Full & Final settlement, including leave balances, recoveries, deductions, and other applicable components.\n\nReview Full & Final calculations and coordinate with the vendor to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely settlement.\n\nTrack the status of Full & Final settlements and ensure completion within the defined timelines.\n\nInsurance Renewals:\nCoordinate the renewal and administration of employee medical insurance and other applicable benefits.\n\nMaintain accurate records of employee additions, deletions, and changes related to insurance coverage.\n\nMaintain documentation related to employee benefits and insurance.\n\nCoordinate with relevant vendors/stakeholders to ensure timely renewal and resolution of insurance-related matters.\n\nContract Renewals: \nTrack employment contracts and ensure timely renewal and communication to employees.\n\nMaintain records of employment contracts, agreements, and related documentation.\n\nTrack contract terminations and ensure timely completion of required processes.\n\nOversee employee probation timelines and ensure smooth and timely processing.\n\nCompliance:\nSupport the administration and management of statutory compliance requirements, including PF and Gratuity.\n\nCoordinate the Gratuity renewal process and maintain monthly addition and deletion records.\n\nMaintain documentation related to retirement funds, statutory benefits, and other employee benefits.\n\nEnsure employee records and compliance documentation are maintained accurately and updated on a timely basis.\n\nAny other coordination required related to compliance under wage code\n\nAudit Support:\nProvide HR-related data, records, and documentation required for internal and external audits.\n\nSupport data collation and validation for audit requirements.\n\nMaintain employee personal files, contracts, agreements, policies, and other HR documentation in an organized manner.\n\nEnsure employee records and backups are maintained accurately on Workday and SharePoint.\n\nSupport process improvements related to Workday leave management, SOPs, employee records, and documentation.\n\nAttendance & Leave Management:\nCoordinate and compile employee attendance and leave data across all state offices and ensure timely updates in the HRIS.\n\nConsolidate state-wise leave records and prepare and disseminate periodic leave reports on a quarterly basis.\n\nCoordinate with state teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of attendance and leave data.\n\nSupport the implementation and refinement of Workday leave management processes and SOPs across all state offices.\n\nMaintain accurate and up-to-date consolidated attendance and leave records for organizational reporting and reference.\n\nHR Operations & Program Support:\nPrepare and monitor monthly cash forecasts for People Operations-related expenses and coordinate with relevant stakeholders/vendors to ensure timely financial planning.\n\nDraft HR-related letters and employee communications as required.\n\nFacilitate HR-related procurement in accordance with approved procurement policies.\n\nProvide logistical and administrative support for HR-anchored programs.\n\nManage follow-ups related to Professional Development activities.\n\nProvide support for monthly People Operations team activities.\n\nProvide extensive backend and coordination support for Annual Planning & Budgeting (AP&B) activities.\n\nQualifications:\nRequired:\nDemonstrated ability to design and implement Human Resources programs and initiatives, preferably in development sector.\n\nBachelor’s degree with minimum of four (04) years of professional experience in HR position.\n\nGeneral knowledge of the principles and practices of personnel administration.\n\nDemonstrated strategic approach to HR with the ability and willingness to also execute the tactical elements of the job.\n\nAbility to work within narrowly defined objectives under general supervision\n\nAbility to effectively address well defined problems of moderate complexity and complete moderately complex assignments.\n\nCompensation:\nRoom to Read offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits. Benefits include thirteenth month bonus, health insurance and a retirement plan. The non-monetary compensation includes a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative, meaningful, and rapidly growing organization that is changing transforming the lives of millions of children in developing countries on literacy and gender equality in education.\nRoom to Read is a child-safe organization.\nRead is a child-safe organization; all personnel must adhere to Room to Read’s Child Protection Policy, Child Protection Code of Conduct and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy.\nRoom to Read is an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds.\nChild Protection Principles\nRoom to Read is committed to the education and welfare of children and protecting them from abuse and exploitation \nRoom to Read has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation.\nAll children have the right to be free from abuse and exploitation, including neglect, maltreatment, and physical, mental or sexual violence, injury or abuse.\nAll children should be treated with respect and dignity.\nThe well-being of the child is Room to Read’s first priority when dealing with all identified or suspected cases of child abuse.\nRoom to Read shall integrate child protection into all its organizational strategies, structures and work practices.\nProtection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Principles\nRoom to Read Representatives must create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and sexual abuse.\nRoom to Read has zero tolerance for adult sexual exploitation and abuse. \nSexual exploitation and abuse are serious violations of fundamental human rights and will not be accepted or tolerated.\nAll adults should be treated with respect and dignity.\nRoom to Read implements a survivor-centered approach, putting the survivor’s rights and dignity at the forefront.\nSurvivors referred to available professional assistance (e.g. mental health counselling), upon consent.\nAbout Room to Read:\nFounded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read envisions a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality, where all children have room to read, learn and grow - creating lasting change. Through our Literacy Portfolio, we train and coach teachers of the early grades in literacy instruction; create and publish quality books and curricular materials in local languages; and establish children’s libraries filled with diverse children’s books that can be enjoyed at school and home. Our Gender Equality Portfolio supports adolescents, particularly girls, in developing life skills that promote gender equality, helping them to pursue lifelong learning and make informed decisions.\nWe support young people of all genders to overcome gender biases and build the knowledge and skills to create a gender-equal world. Room to Read collaborates with local communities, partner organizations, publishers, and governments to test and implement innovative models that can be integrated into the education system to deliver positive outcomes for children at scale. 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