Set-up in 1987 for systematically developing the human resources in NDDB, the HRD Group has been instrumental in attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals who share
the values and mission of NDDB. We go beyond just hiring; we focus on building a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages both personal and professional growth.
From the beginning, the HRD Group has played a vital role in creating an ethical workplace. The group supports the leadership in implementing systems, processes and policies that promote employee satisfaction and drive overall success for NDDB by implementing all plans and programmes in a smooth manner.
Our Vision
To create a workplace where our human resources are ethical, engaged, happy, and competent. We believe that investing in our people is key to our overall success as people are the heart of any organization.
Our Motto
The HRD Group’s motto, “Serve with a smile”, highlights the importance of customer orientation and is focused on making the group more responsive and empathetic to the employees and external stakeholder
Our Activities
The HRD team at NDDB carries out a wide range of activities aimed at helping our employees reach their full potential while aligning with our mission to improve farmers’ livelihoods. Here’s an overview of our key activities:
- Recruitment
- We look for skilled and value-oriented professionals who fit well with our organizational culture.
- Our hiring process includes thorough interviews and assessments to ensure we select the best candidates.
- Employee Onboarding
- We provide comprehensive orientation to new employees, ensuring they are welcomed and prepared for their roles.
- New hires learn about NDDB’s culture and values to help them integrate smoothly within the system.
- Performance Management
- Performance of groups and individual employees is evaluated on the basis of targets set for the year. Additionally, at individual level, assessment on attributes is also done.
- This allows employees to understand their strengths and areas for improvement, enhancing engagement.
Employee Development
- Training:
Various need-based training programs are organized at regular intervals to improve both personal and professional skills of employees.
- Sectoral Exposure Programmes:
Employees participate in knowledge exchange programs to learn from best practices in other organizations, especially Milk Unions/Federations.
- Future Leadership Development Programs:
High-potential employees are identified and provided mentorship to nurture their leadership abilities.
- Saksham:
This long-term training initiative aims to create a culture of continuous learning among employees.
Employee Engagement
- LEAD: An initiative that creates learning opportunities for women employees of NDDB.
- Knowledge Huddles: This initiative encourages employees to share individual/functional knowledge, helping align individual/functional efforts with organizational goals.
- Horizons: Our monthly magazine that delves into important topics which promote employee well-being.
- Tech Tonics: We keep employees updated on emerging technologies and organize sessions on how to use new tools for both professional and personal growth
- The Book Nook: A monthly booklet which recommends books for our employees. Each edition of it highlights influential books that covers various topics such as leadership, team dynamics, emotional intelligence, amongst others.
- Book Review Presentations: We organize sessions where employees present and discuss books, fostering a culture of learning and engagement.
- Unnati: An engagement forum for NDDB workers for fostering collaboration and general awareness among workers through talks/sessions/fun activities.
- Happy Hours: An initiative that sets aside dedicated time each month for engaging sessions/talks/activities to add a joyful element to our employee’s work lives.
- Anubhav: This program connects us with exNDDB employees wherein they share their experiences and knowledge.
- NDDB for Fitness: An initiative focused on overall health and well-being of employees and the NDDB community.
- HRD Week Celebrations: During this special week, we host engaging activities that promote continuous learning and collaboration among employees.
- Pustakalaya Parikrama: An annual event that promotes reading through fun activities/games and discussions about books.
Human Resource Management
In addition to our core activities, the HRD Group is involved in essential day-to-day functions that support NDDB’s growth and ensure effective human resource practices:
- HR Data Analysis: We analyse Human Resources data to facilitate informed strategic decisions.
- Policy Review: We regularly assess and update our HR policies to ensure they meet the needs of the organization and our employees.
- Personnel Actions: We manage various HR functions that keep the organization running smoothly.
- Medical Schemes: We organize regular health check-ups and facilitate treatment of employees/ex-employees through appropriate policy support and institutionalized mechanisms.
Human Resource Development (HRD) Initiatives for Subsidiaries/ Other Organisation
NDDB’s HRD Group undertakes HR interventions for various stakeholders focused on attitudinal change and development of ethical leadership & culture.
- Orientation/training programme for employees of subsidiaries/managed
units/producer institutions: We conduct tailored orientation/training programmes for employees of NDDB’s subsidiaries, managed units, producer institutions to impart them with specific knowledge skills and help them understand our activities and unique culture.
- HR related support for dairy cooperatives/federations and NDDB subsidiaries: We provide assistance for recruitment and training in the dairy sector. HRD team also engages in manpower studies of Milk Unions/Federations.
- Training for PSUs/PSBs: Offers specialized training programs for induction stage and mid career employees in public sector organizations focused on attitudinal change