Inviting applications for the position of “Program Officer – Volunteering Engagement” at Wipro Cares. We are looking for a candidate passionate about social responsibility and community engagement, with experience in coordinating volunteer programs, knowledge of CSR principles and practices, and project management and organizational skills.
About the Recruitment
- Employment type: Initially on contract for 12 months
- Location: Bengaluru
- Apply before March 9, 2024
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Application Mode: Online- Through E mail
Wipro Cares is an employee-led community initiative arm of the Wipro Foundation and engages in Education, Primary Healthcare, Community Ecology, and Disaster Response in proximate communities.
Background:
At Wipro, we think it is critical to engage with the social and ecological challenges facing humanity. We believe that engagement with social issues must be deep. meaningful, and formed on the bedrock of long-term commitment. This is the only way real change can happen on the ground
We run our social programs on a strong foundation of ethical principles, good governance, and sound management. Our foundational values are embodied in the “Spint of Wipro,” which emphasizes unyielding integrity in every aspect of our work, treating people everywhere fairly and with respect at the workplace and in communities outside, and demonstrating ecological sensitivity in thought and action,
We are looking for someone passionate about promoting a strong culture of volunteerism and social responsibility among Wipro’s employees. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing and managing employee volunteering Initiatives in Wipro’s locations across India.
Key responsibilities
Program development
- Lead the development of the Employee Volunteering Program strategy. ensuring alignment with the company’s values and social responsibility objectives.
- Research industry best practices and innovative trends to continually enhance the volunteering program’s effectiveness.
Volunteer engagement
- Foster a culture of volunteerism within the organization. Plan and coordinate a variety of volunteering activities, ranging events to long-term partnerships with non-profit partners. from one-time Implement, manage and execute employee volunteering initiatives across the Wipro Locations.
- Build and strengthen location chapter teams to create and execute volunteering activities.
Metrics and reporting
- Create a monitoring dashboard to track volunteering activities across the locations.
- Regularly analyze, and report on volunteering metrics, making data-driven recommendations for improvements.
- Establish the success and impact of the Employee Volunteering Program.
- Manage the budget allocated for volunteering activities, ensure cost-effective use of resources, and process payments to partners\vendors on time.
Content development:
- Develop content materials to educate employees about the value of volunteering and how they can contribute their time toward society.
- Provide guidance to help employees identify volunteering opportunities that match their skills and interests.
- Support in development of Volunteering Standard Operating Procedures (V- SOPs), monthly mailers, volunteering impact stories, and related documents
Desired Qualities
- Passion for social responsibility and community engagement.
- Enthusiasm, and the ability to inspire and motivate others to volunteer.
- Excellent communication skills, event management skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders that include internal teams, volunteers, and NGO partners.
- Readiness to travel 4-5 days in a month, across India.
Experience
- Minimum three years of relevant experience in coordinating volunteer programs or in corporate social responsibility, and/or non-profit engagement.
- Knowledge of CSR principles and practices, and corporate volunteering delivery experience.
- Project management and organizational skills, including planning, execution and evaluation.
- Skills in basic computer operations and social media – proficiency in MS Office. specifically MS Excel.
Qualification
- Graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Sciences, Human Resource Management, Business Administration) or equivalent practical experience.
How to Apply
Send your CV and Cover Letter as attachments to wipro.cares@wipro.com with the subject Program Officer-Volunteering Engagement.
File Names for attachments: Candidate Name CV and Candidate Name Cover Letter.