HR Specialist at Vicharanashala

About the job

This is a remote position.
About ANNAM.AI:
ANNAM.AI is a transformative initiative established as aCenter of Excellence (CoE) under the Ministry of Education at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar.The CoE is dedicated to revolutionizing the agricultural landscape of India by integrating cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into sustainable farming practices. The name "Annam" itself symbolizesnourishment and the sustenance of life, reflecting its mission to ensure food security while promoting eco-friendly and efficient agricultural solutions deploying AI.
ANNAM.AI aspires to address critical challenges in agriculture, such as resource optimization, nature inspired enhanced pollination, and real-time decision-making for farmers in their own language. By fostering interdisciplinary research, the CoE aims to bridge the gap between advanced technology and traditional farming, empowering farmers with data-driven tools to enhance productivity and sustainability. The initiative underscores India's commitment to leveraging AI for societal benefit and positions the country as a global frontrunner in agricultural innovation. With its vision to combine technology and tradition, ANNAM.AI holds the potential to transform not just Indian agriculture but also contribute significantly to global food security and environmental conservation.

Call for Applications: Human Resource Specialist
Position: HR Specialist
Location: Remote | Work from Home | Online Position
Type: Full-Time | Adhoc | Renewable based on performance
Compensation: ₹5–6 Lakhs per annum
Experience Required: 2–3 years in end-to-end HR operations with Zoho HR expertise
About the Role

The HR Specialist will manage the full HR lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to payroll coordination and exit formalities—ensuring smooth and compliant HR operations for the ANNAM.AI program. Proficiency in Zoho HR tools is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding

- Post job ads and manage applications using Zoho Recruit

- Coordinate interviews, offers, and joining formalities

- Maintain onboarding records and checklists

Employee Data & Records

- Maintain and update employee details in Zoho People

- Ensure timely updates for new joiners, exits, and changes

- Manage digital files and personnel documentation

Attendance & Leave Management

- Track attendance, leaves, and holidays via Zoho

- Handle leave approvals and shift schedules

- Resolve discrepancies and maintain monthly records

Payroll Coordination

- Collate payroll inputs and support processing

- Coordinate with accounts for timely salary disbursements

Exit Formalities

- Conduct exit processes and final settlements

- Revoke access and update records in Zoho

Required Skills

- Hands-on experience with Zoho People and Zoho Recruit

- Strong organizational and documentation skills

- Understanding of statutory compliance (PF, ESI, TDS)

- Excellent communication and coordination ability

Nice to Have

- Experience in academic or research institutions

- Ability to handle high-volume, fast-paced HR tasks independently

Originally posted on Himalayas

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