Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) Recruitment 2025

Organization Details

Position Details

Eligibility Criteria

• Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized University.
• Desirable Qualification: MBA/PGDM (HR). Candidates having experience in handling Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) matters shall be given preference.
• Work Experience:
  • Retired Central/State Government Employees, Retired PSU Employees, or Retired IIT Employees at Level-12, OR
  • Non-Government/Private/Consultancy Firms/Multinational Organization professionals having minimum 10 years post-qualification experience in the relevant field of HR/Admin/Establishment.
• Age Limit: Minimum 30 years and maximum 63 years as on the closing date of receipt of application. In exceptional cases of highly specialized requirements, age beyond 65 years can be relaxed for not more than one year (up to a maximum of two years) only with the approval of the Chairman, IWAI.

Remuneration

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct recruitment process through direct recruitment and deputation.
2. Advise on service matters such as Pension, Pay Fixation, Recruitment Rules, Grievances related to ACP/MACP, and Grant of Pay Scale.
3. Frame HR policies and guidelines.
4. Prepare restructuring and cadre review proposals.
5. Advise on service matters related to court cases and anomalies arising out of the 7th Pay Commission.
6. Coordinate with various Central/State Government authorities and departments.
7. Handle Parliament Questions, related correspondence, and preparation of draft replies to parliamentary questions.
8. Manage Vigilance matters and prepare draft replies/comments related to investigations or ministry correspondence.
9. Perform any other duties assigned concerning Establishment, Administration, and Vigilance matters.

General Terms and Conditions

• Engagement is purely contractual and shall not be considered as re-employment.
• Engagement will be for a fixed period, providing high-quality services to IWAI as per the Letter of Engagement.
• The engagement will be on a full-time basis, and consultants are not permitted to take up any other assignment during this period.
• Working hours: 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM, five days a week (Monday to Friday) with a half-hour lunch break. Attendance may be required on holidays in case of work exigencies.
• The consultant shall maintain confidentiality regarding all information, processes, and classified data related to IWAI. Violation of this may lead to termination under the Official Secrets Act, 1923.
• Consultants are responsible and accountable for the services rendered and advice provided during the engagement.
• Consultants must avoid any conflict of interest and disclose any potential conflict beforehand to IWAI.
• All advice and recommendations should maintain transparency, competitiveness, efficiency, and fairness, particularly in regard to tenders, evaluation, and selection processes.

Important Dates

Application Process

• Interested and eligible candidates may apply using the prescribed proforma attached to the notification.
• Applications must be addressed to: Assistant Secretary (A&E), IWAI, A-13, Sector-1, Noida – 201301 (U.P.).
• Applications should be sent through Registered Post / Speed Post only.
• Applicants must enclose self-attested copies of certificates and testimonials supporting their eligibility criteria; failing which, the application shall be treated as ineligible.
• The decision of the Authority regarding eligibility or otherwise shall be final, and no correspondence in this regard will be entertained.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on the evaluation of applications, eligibility, and experience. Shortlisted candidates may be called for further assessment as deemed necessary by the Selection Committee. The decision of the Inland Waterways Authority of India shall be final and binding.

Reservation and Application Fee

• Reservation: Not applicable (single contractual position).
• Application Fee: Not specified in the notice (no fee mentioned).

Helpline and Contact Details

Other Important Notes

The consultant’s engagement does not imply permanent employment and will automatically cease upon completion of the contract period unless extended. Confidentiality, integrity, and professional conduct are essential conditions for continued engagement. The consultant will operate from the IWAI Head Office, Noida, and must comply with all rules and administrative requirements of the Authority.

Official Links

• Official Website: https://iwai.nic.in
• Official Notification PDF: https://iwai.nic.in/sites/default/files/Emp%20Notice%20of%20Consultant%20%28Estt.%20%20HR%29_21_10.pdf