People and Culture Manager

Vacancy Announcement

Job Title: People and Culture Manager

Reports to: Executive Director

Contract Duration: Initial two years with three months of probation period. Will be renewed based upon performance evaluation

Company Overview: Company Overview NAAMII is a pioneering AI Center of Excellence, building a sustainable research and innovation ecosystem in Nepal. At the core of this ecosystem is:

• High-impact Research, where our researchers push the frontiers of AI with a commitment to excellence. The knowledge we generate forms the foundation for our two other pillars.
• Education Outreach, where we empower everyone—from students to bureaucrats—with the AI skills to transform their fields.
• Industry & Innovation, where we incubate globally competitive startups and co-create innovative solutions with leading industries through cutting-edge R&D.

Our goal is simple: to improve lives through AI and innovation. To solve the world’s most pressing problems, low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) like ours need ecosystems where innovation is interconnected through interdisciplinary collaboration. We are doing this by leveraging the transformative potential of AI to build an ecosystem that drives lasting, self-sustaining change.

By nurturing this model, we aim to enable LMICs to move beyond consumption and become thriving creator economies: driving lasting innovation and forging a more equitable global future for all.

Job Purpose: Lead and develop the People and Culture ecosystem that aligns with NAAMII’s core values and vision. Implementing strategic people management initiatives, overseeing recruitment, talent development, performance management, and organizational culture to drive excellence and support NAAMII's growth objectives.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic People and Culture Leadership and Planning

A. Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals

1. Create annual HR roadmaps and objectives
2. Advise leadership on workforce planning
3. Design and implement HR policies and procedures
4. Monitor HR metrics and provide strategic insights

B. Talent Acquisition and Management

1. Design and lead end-to-end recruitment processes
2. Develop talent acquisition strategies for specialized AI roles
3. Establish employer branding initiatives
4. Create comprehensive onboarding programs

C. Employee Relations and Development

1. Performance Management

• Design performance evaluation systems
• Coach managers on performance conversations
• Implement succession planning
• Conduct salary reviews and benchmarking

2. Learning and Development

• Create organizational learning strategy
• Manage leadership development programs
• Establish career progression frameworks
• Oversee training budget and ROI assessment

3. Organizational Culture

• Lead culture-building initiatives
• Develop diversity and inclusion strategies
• Design employee engagement frameworks
• Implement change management processes

4. Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to labor laws and regulations
• Manage employment contracts and documentation
• Mitigate HR-related risks
• Handle complex employee relations issues

5. Team Leadership

• Manage HR team members
• Mentor and develop HR staff
• Allocate resources effectively
• Set departmental goals and monitor progress

Requirements

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or related field
• Professional HR certification (SHRM, CIPD, or equivalent) preferred

Experience

• Minimum five years of progressive HR management experience
• Proven track record in strategic HR planning and implementation
• Experience in developing HR policies and procedures

Skills

1. Strong leadership and people management abilities
2. Strategic thinking and business acumen
3. Advanced conflict resolution and negotiation skills
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal capabilities
5. Data analysis and HR metrics interpretation
6. Change management expertise
7. Budget management and resource planning

What We Offer

1. A unique diverse environment in a center of excellence of nearly forty people that has research scientists working in top research labs and universities across the globe, engineering research staffs, operations and management, entrepreneurs through our incubated programs etc. Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
2. Leadership role in shaping organizational culture
3. Professional development opportunities
4. Chance to build HR function in a growing AI research institute

Application Process: Submit a comprehensive resume, cover letter, and a brief HR strategy outline (1-2 pages) by 15th May, 2025 to https://forms.gle/AosVdHCKsyGQbcTd8 demonstrating your strategic HR vision and leadership capabilities.