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Department
Talent Management
Job posted on
Jun 10, 2026
Employment type
Full Time
Dasra’s bold aspiration is a transformed India where a billion thrive with dignity and equity. Established in 1+++, Dasra is India’s leading strategic philanthropy foundation, working with philanthropists and high-impact social entrepreneurs to bring together knowledge, funding, and talent as a catalyst for social change. Dasra nurtures strategic philanthropy for India and focuses on impactful programs such as empowering adolescent girls, urban sanitation, inclusive economies, and child protection and care. With 25 years of experience in the sector, a depth of knowledge gained from working with over 1,000 non-profits, and having brought $100 million in funding to organizations, Dasra drives collaborative action to accelerate social change in India.
Dasra embraces diversity across people and communities through multiplicity in composition integrated with structures, culture and policies, enhancing inclusion and belonging for all in letter and spirit. We envision a team that includes people across caste, religion, gender, economic status, geography, disability and other underrepresented communities, supported by organizational structures that enable collective, transparent and fair decision making, guided by policies that facilitate growth and authenticity within an environment of openness and listening.
We believe that GEDI in our institutional and programmatic endeavours will enhance, drive and accelerate social impact and social change through an integration of the worldviews of the most marginalized, recognition of their vulnerabilities, rights and potentials and through prioritization of their needs.
About the Talent Management Team:
The Talent Management (TM) team at Dasra plays a critical role in fostering a purpose-driven, high-performing workforce aligned with the organization’s mission and values. By focusing on talent development, engagement, and organizational effectiveness, the team ensures that employees experience continuous learning, professional growth, and a supportive work culture that enables them to thrive.
About the Role:
As a Manager – Talent Management, you will drive initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and leadership development at Dasra. This role will focus on designing and implementing strategies that strengthen culture, learning, performance management, workforce planning, and HR processes to create an agile and future-ready organization. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and different teams to embed best practices in OD, ensuring alignment with Dasra’s long-term goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement OD strategies that foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement while leading change management initiatives to enhance organizational agility.
Design and execute learning and leadership development programs, identifying high-potential talent and creating leadership pipelines through strategic partnerships.
Drive employee engagement and culture-building initiatives, conducting surveys and implementing interventions to create a positive and inclusive workplace.
Strengthen employer branding efforts by showcasing Dasra’s impact, career growth opportunities, and workplace culture through social media, industry events, and storytelling.
Oversee and refine the performance management framework, supporting managers in performance conversations and career development discussions.
Develop and execute a talent acquisition strategy, coordinating hiring efforts, partnering with recruitment consultants, and building a robust talent pipeline.
Manage HR processes and the employee lifecycle, ensuring smooth onboarding, workforce planning, policy implementation, and compliance with labor laws.
Implement succession planning strategies, using data-driven approaches to anticipate future talent needs and drive workforce planning.
Nurture relationships with external partners, universities, and recruitment agencies to attract top talent and strengthen Dasra’s presence in the social impact sector.
Oversee the candidate experience, ensuring a seamless, engaging, and values-aligned hiring process that supports long-term talent retention.
Skill Set Required:
Experience: 8-10 years of experience in organizational development, HR strategy, or talent management, with prior experience in the social/development sector. Experience in consulting or advisory roles is an advantage.
HR Operations & Compliance: Strong understanding of HR policies, labor laws, employee lifecycle management, and compliance frameworks.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term OD initiatives that align with organizational growth.
Stakeholder Engagement: Strong ability to collaborate with leadership, teams, and external partners to drive OD priorities.
Change Management: Experience in leading and implementing change initiatives within organizations.
Data-Driven Approach: Strong analytical skills to assess organizational trends, measure impact, and recommend data-backed interventions.
Communication & Facilitation: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to facilitate training sessions and discussions effectively.
Dasra is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Department
Talent Management
Job posted on
Jun 10, 2026
Employment type
Full Time
Dasra’s bold aspiration is a transformed India where a billion thrive with dignity and equity. Established in 1+++, Dasra is India’s leading strategic philanthropy foundation, working with philanthropists and high-impact social entrepreneurs to bring together knowledge, funding, and talent as a catalyst for social change. Dasra nurtures strategic philanthropy for India and focuses on impactful programs such as empowering adolescent girls, urban sanitation, inclusive economies, and child protection and care. With 25 years of experience in the sector, a depth of knowledge gained from working with over 1,000 non-profits, and having brought $100 million in funding to organizations, Dasra drives collaborative action to accelerate social change in India.
Dasra embraces diversity across people and communities through multiplicity in composition integrated with structures, culture and policies, enhancing inclusion and belonging for all in letter and spirit. We envision a team that includes people across caste, religion, gender, economic status, geography, disability and other underrepresented communities, supported by organizational structures that enable collective, transparent and fair decision making, guided by policies that facilitate growth and authenticity within an environment of openness and listening.
We believe that GEDI in our institutional and programmatic endeavours will enhance, drive and accelerate social impact and social change through an integration of the worldviews of the most marginalized, recognition of their vulnerabilities, rights and potentials and through prioritization of their needs.
About the Talent Management Team:
The Talent Management (TM) team at Dasra plays a critical role in fostering a purpose-driven, high-performing workforce aligned with the organization’s mission and values. By focusing on talent development, engagement, and organizational effectiveness, the team ensures that employees experience continuous learning, professional growth, and a supportive work culture that enables them to thrive.
About the Role:
As a Manager – Talent Management, you will drive initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and leadership development at Dasra. This role will focus on designing and implementing strategies that strengthen culture, learning, performance management, workforce planning, and HR processes to create an agile and future-ready organization. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and different teams to embed best practices in OD, ensuring alignment with Dasra’s long-term goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement OD strategies that foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement while leading change management initiatives to enhance organizational agility.
Design and execute learning and leadership development programs, identifying high-potential talent and creating leadership pipelines through strategic partnerships.
Drive employee engagement and culture-building initiatives, conducting surveys and implementing interventions to create a positive and inclusive workplace.
Strengthen employer branding efforts by showcasing Dasra’s impact, career growth opportunities, and workplace culture through social media, industry events, and storytelling.
Oversee and refine the performance management framework, supporting managers in performance conversations and career development discussions.
Develop and execute a talent acquisition strategy, coordinating hiring efforts, partnering with recruitment consultants, and building a robust talent pipeline.
Manage HR processes and the employee lifecycle, ensuring smooth onboarding, workforce planning, policy implementation, and compliance with labor laws.
Implement succession planning strategies, using data-driven approaches to anticipate future talent needs and drive workforce planning.
Nurture relationships with external partners, universities, and recruitment agencies to attract top talent and strengthen Dasra’s presence in the social impact sector.
Oversee the candidate experience, ensuring a seamless, engaging, and values-aligned hiring process that supports long-term talent retention.
Skill Set Required:
Experience: 8-10 years of experience in organizational development, HR strategy, or talent management, with prior experience in the social/development sector. Experience in consulting or advisory roles is an advantage.
HR Operations & Compliance: Strong understanding of HR policies, labor laws, employee lifecycle management, and compliance frameworks.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term OD initiatives that align with organizational growth.
Stakeholder Engagement: Strong ability to collaborate with leadership, teams, and external partners to drive OD priorities.
Change Management: Experience in leading and implementing change initiatives within organizations.
Data-Driven Approach: Strong analytical skills to assess organizational trends, measure impact, and recommend data-backed interventions.
Communication & Facilitation: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to facilitate training sessions and discussions effectively.
Dasra is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Manager – Talent Management position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Mumbai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.