HR Manager

Description:

DEWA Institute, a highly respected non-profit organization with a legacy of over six decades in inclusive education and specialized care for children with disabilities, is seeking a committed and empathetic HR Manager to join its senior leadership team in Karachi.

This position is ideal for someone who not only brings expertise in human resources but also a deep understanding of the values of inclusion, compassion, and purpose-driven work. The HR Manager will play a critical role in driving the institute’s HR operations, fostering a supportive workplace culture, and aligning human capital strategies with the goals of education and rehabilitation for differently-abled children.

🧩 Key Responsibilities:

• Human Resource Operations:
  Oversee and manage the full spectrum of HR functions including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee training, performance management, and exit formalities.

• Inclusive Culture Development:
  Promote and maintain an empathetic, diverse, and inclusive work environment that reflects the values of the institute and supports staff working in special education.

• Workforce Strategy & Planning:
  Collaborate with academic and rehabilitation departments to ensure effective staffing, succession planning, and workforce development strategies aligned with institutional goals.

• Compliance & Policy Alignment:
  Develop, update, and enforce HR policies that comply with local labor laws and accommodate the specific needs of a special education environment.

• Employee Wellbeing & Growth:
  Champion initiatives that promote staff morale, professional development, and mental health, thereby enhancing employee engagement and retention.

🎓 Requirements:

• Solid and proven experience in human resource management, specifically within the education or non-profit sectors

• Strong leadership, emotional intelligence, and interpersonal communication skills

• Deep passion for working in inclusive and supportive learning environments

• Good understanding of local labor laws, and knowledge of educational and special needs compliance will be an added advantage

• Ability to design and implement HR strategies that enhance institutional impact and employee satisfaction