Human Resource Manager

Job Description

Title: Human Resource Manager

Company Name: Dhaka Stream

Vacancy: 01

Age: 28 to 40 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 4 to 8 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Newspaper/Magazine, Online Newspaper/ News Portal

• Master of Commerce (MCom)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• 4 to 8 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Newspaper/Magazine, Online Newspaper/ News Portal

• Age 28 to 40 years

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive HR Manager to establish and manage the human resources function at Dhaka Stream. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a startup-like environment and is passionate about building an inclusive, ethical, and high-performance culture in a digital newsroom setting.

Key Responsibilities

HR Policy & Strategy

• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and a comprehensive employee handbook tailored to a digital media environment.
• Align HR strategy with Dhaka Stream’s mission, values, and editorial culture.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead the recruitment process for editorial, technical, and operational roles.
• Create job descriptions, manage job postings, conduct interviews, and coordinate onboarding.

Employee Relations

• Foster a positive and respectful work environment.
• Address employee concerns, resolve conflicts, and uphold journalistic workplace ethics.

Performance Management

• Design and implement performance appraisal systems and feedback mechanisms.
• Support department heads in setting KPIs and evaluating staff performance.

Training & Development

• Identify skill gaps and organize training in digital journalism, media tools, and soft skills.
• Promote continuous learning and professional development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Manage payroll systems and ensure timely salary disbursements.
• Design competitive salary structures and employee benefit programs.

Compliance & Legal

• Ensure compliance with Bangladesh Labor Law and media-specific legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate employee records and contract documentation.

Freelancer & Contract Staff Management

• Develop systems for engaging and managing freelance writers, content creators, and technical staff.