Manager - People

About Us At Bright Future , we are on a mission to "empower young people with the tools, skills, and opportunities to build a brighter future. We believe that the impact we create externally begins with the experience we build internally for our team. We are looking for a people-first professional who is passionate about creating an inclusive, inspiring, and engaging work environment. If you're someone who enjoys co-creating meaningful employee journeys and building a strong people culture, this role is for you! Role Overview The Manager – People & Administration will play a dual role of driving people-centric initiatives while ensuring smooth administrative operations across the organization. This role is critical to building a strong work culture, fostering employee engagement, and enabling effective systems that support the organization’s mission. Key Responsibilities People & Culture Lead end-to-end employee lifecycle processes (recruitment, onboarding, performance management, learning & development, exits). Drive employee engagement initiatives to strengthen organizational culture. Partner with managers to support team development, conflict resolution, and career growth. Ensure policies and practices are updated, compliant, and employee-friendly. Lead initiatives around diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing. Administration Oversee day-to-day office administration, vendor management, and facility management. Ensure compliance with statutory, labor laws, and organizational policies. Manage contracts, service providers, and procurement processes effectively. Oversee logistics, travel arrangements, and asset management. Drive digital adoption in administrative systems for efficiency. Key Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of HR best practices and labor laws. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and people management skills. Ability to multitask and manage priorities across people and administrative functions. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Proficiency in MS Office and HR/administration tools. Educational & Professional Background Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. 6–8 years of relevant experience with at least 3 years in a managerial role. Experience in NGOs/social development sector will be an added advantage. What We Offer An opportunity to shape culture and systems in a youth-driven organization. A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven work environment. Professional growth through learning and leadership opportunities.