Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

About Kia India Pvt Ltd

Kia India Private Limited is a premier automotive manufacturer and a subsidiary of Kia Corporation. Driven by its global brand ethos "Movement that Inspires," Kia India has rapidly grown into one of the country's leading automotive brands.

Manufacturing Hub: Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in Penukonda, Sri Satya sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It spans over 500+ acres and boasts a highly automated production process, an engine shop, body shop, paint shop, and assembly lines.

Core Products: We design, manufacture, and distribute globally inspired, connected, and technologically advanced vehicles tailored to the Indian and international markets.

Position Overview

Location:  Kia India Pvt., Ltd., Penukonda Mandal, Sri Sathyasai District,

Formally (Anantapur District), Andhra Pradesh

Qualification: PG in Rural Development, Management, Development Studies, Sociology, or Social Work is mandatory.

Designation: Asst. Manager -Team Member

Reporting To: Head of Section [Corporate Affairs]

Function: CSR

Experience: 3–5 years of experience in Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations, or Community Engagement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Government Relations & Stakeholder Liaison

• Coordinate with relevant Government departments and local authorities for approvals, permissions, NOCs, and other statutory requirements related to CSR initiatives.
• Facilitate meetings with Government officials and key stakeholders, including preparation of agendas, minutes of meetings, and action trackers.
• Coordinate site visits and review meetings involving Government officials, Company leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of Government correspondence, approvals, official communications, and statutory documentation.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with Government and community stakeholders to facilitate smooth implementation of CSR initiatives.

2. CSR Project Planning & Implementation

• Support the identification of community needs, development priorities, and potential CSR opportunities aligned with the Company’s CSR objectives.
• Coordinate with CSR implementing agencies, NGOs, project partners, and internal teams for effective project execution.
• Support the development of annual CSR plans, project proposals, budgets, and implementation frameworks.
• Coordinate end-to-end execution of approved CSR projects, ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, budgets, and defined outcomes.
• Support post-project activities, community engagement, project handover, and sustainability initiatives.
• Facilitate project inaugurations, stakeholder events, and community outreach programs.

3. CSR Compliance, Documentation & Reporting

• Ensure proper maintenance of CSR records and documentation in line with the Companies Act, 2013, applicable CSR Rules, and Company policies.
• Maintain comprehensive project-wise documentation, statutory records, approvals, agreements, and supporting documents.
• Monitor CSR expenditure against approved budgets and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support the preparation of Annual CSR Reports, management reports, and statutory disclosures.
• Maintain an updated CSR project database, dashboards, and digital records for effective tracking and audit readiness.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Assessment

• Conduct periodic field visits and project reviews to assess implementation progress and identify areas requiring intervention.
• Monitor physical and financial progress against approved project milestones, budgets, and timelines.
• Collect and validate project data, beneficiary details, photographs, testimonials, and success stories.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual CSR progress reports for management review.
• Support the evaluation of project outcomes and impact assessment studies to measure the effectiveness and sustainability of CSR initiatives.
• Identify project-level risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities and coordinate with stakeholders for timely corrective action.

5. Stakeholder & Community Engagement

• Develop strong relationships with local communities, Government representatives, implementing agencies, NGOs, and other key stakeholders.
• Support community consultations and engagement activities to ensure CSR initiatives are relevant, inclusive, and aligned with local needs.
• Represent the Company professionally during community and stakeholder interactions, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to responsible and sustainable community development.

Key Skills & Competencies

• CSR Project Management & Execution
• Government Relations & Stakeholder Management
• CSR Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge
• Community Engagement & Development
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Assessment
• Budget Management & Financial Tracking
• Reporting, Documentation & Data Management
• Strong Communication, Coordination & Relationship-Building Skills

Preferred Qualifications

• PG in Rural Development, Management, Development Studies, Sociology, or Social Work is mandatory.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university.
• Relevant experience in CSR, community development, Government liaison, or social impact projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of Companies Act, 2013, CSR Rules, compliance, and statutory reporting will be an added advantage.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office, reporting, and documentation.
• Experience in the automotive, manufacturing, or corporate sector will be an added advantage.

Position Overview

• Location: Kia India Pvt., Ltd., Penukonda Mandal, Sri Sathyasai District, Formally (Anantapur Dis)
• Designation: Asst. Manager 
• Reporting To: Head of Section
• Department: Corporate Affairs