Committee Member for POSH Compliance: Must have experience in India and the US.
Intelehealth
About Us
Intelehealth is an international non-profit committed to improving access to primary health care in underserved regions of the world through its innovative technology platform. Intelehealth can be used by health organizations to set up high quality primary health care programs connecting patients in remote and rural communities to doctors.
We believe work should be meaningful as well as enriching. At Intelehealth, we’re taking on one of the world’s biggest development’s challenge - solving the health access gap for last mile populations. We believe in creating and maintaining an organizational culture of innovation which is conducive for the incredible people who work with us.
Job Description
This is a remote position.
Role Overview:
We are looking to onboard an experienced legal professional as the Chairperson of our Internal Committee (IC) under the POSH Act, 2013. This is a part-time, consulting role, with engagement based on the number of hours worked—primarily during case hearings, IC meetings, training, and advisory support.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the Independent External Chairperson of the Internal Committee for POSH at Intelehealth.
Lead the investigation and redressal process for complaints of sexual harassment, ensuring full compliance with the POSH Act, 2013.
Provide expert legal guidance and ensure adherence to due process throughout proceedings.
Support in the resolution of complex, high-sensitivity cases, including those involving cross-border teams and cultural dynamics between the US and India.
Participate in and chair IC meetings, and oversee the documentation and timely resolution of cases.
Advise on updating internal policies and procedures to reflect current legal standards in both India and the US.
Deliver or support POSH awareness programs and training for staff and leadership, on an as-needed basis.
Ensure preparation of annual reports, case summaries, and IC records in accordance with statutory requirements.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
LLB or LLM with a focus in labor/employment law, compliance, or women’s rights.
At least 7–10 years of experience serving as Chairperson or External Member of Internal Committees under the POSH Act.
Proven ability to handle sensitive and complex cases in mid- to large-sized global companies with operations in both India and the US.
Deep understanding of the POSH Act and related laws, as well as awareness of cross-jurisdictional workplace conduct standards.
Strong facilitation, communication, documentation, and conflict-resolution skills.
Part-time consultant role with hourly-based engagement, depending on the number of cases and related activities.
Involvement typically includes time spent on case hearings, investigations, documentation, IC meetings, training, and advisory work.