Policy for Ethical Employment and Responsible Outsourcing

Policy for Ethical Employment and Responsible Outsourcing

Policy for Ethical Employment and Responsible Outsourcing
Approved Board of Management on 12th January 2019
Notification Notified by Registrar vide notification No. SRHU/Reg/OO/2019-04 (i) dated 15th January 2019
Reviewed / Revised Board of Management on 29th March 2022
Notification Notified by Registrar vide notification No. SRHU/Reg/OO/2022-58 (i) dated 5th April 2022
Next Review 2025–26
  1. Short Title & Commencement
    1. This Policy shall be called the “Policy for Ethical Employment and Responsible Outsourcing” of Swami Rama Himalayan University.
    2. This Policy shall be deemed to have come into force from the date of approval of the Board of Management of the University.
  2. Purpose
    1. To ensure that all employment practices and outsourced operations are ethical, non-discriminatory, and free from modern slavery or forced labour, while promoting equal rights, workplace fairness, and human dignity.
  3. Scope
    1. All employees (full-time, part-time, contract, probationary, and interns)
    2. Recruitment, promotion, training, and compensation practices
    3. All outsourcing partners, vendors, contractors, and suppliers
  4. Goals
    1. Promote equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all employment practices.
    2. Prevent modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking within the organization and its supply chains.
    3. Ensure outsourcing partners adhere to ethical labour standards equivalent to the organization’s policies.
    4. Promote a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture.
    5. Comply with all relevant national laws, international conventions, and SDG commitments.
  5. Implementation Measures
    1. Non-Discrimination
      1. No employee or job applicant shall be discriminated against based on:
        • Gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity
        • Race, caste, ethnicity, religion, or national origin
        • Age, disability, marital status, or health condition
        • Political or social affiliation
      2. All employment decisions (hiring, promotion, compensation, training, termination) shall be merit-based and free from bias.
      3. Harassment, bullying, or retaliation is strictly prohibited.
    2. Modern Slavery and Forced Labour
      1. The organization prohibits all forms of modern slavery including forced labour, debt bondage, child labour, human trafficking, and coercion.
      2. All employees have the right to freely choose employment and terminate employment with proper notice without penalty.
      3. Recruitment and employment must comply with national labour laws and ILO conventions, including voluntary contracts and fair wages.
    3. Responsible Outsourcing
      1. The organization requires vendors, contractors, and outsourcing partners to comply with the same labour, non-discrimination, and anti-slavery standards.
      2. Contracts with external partners shall include explicit clauses on ethical labour standards and the right to audit compliance.
      3. The organization will regularly assess supply chains for labour violations and require corrective actions where necessary.
      4. Partnerships may be terminated if suppliers or contractors fail to meet ethical and legal labour standards.
  6. Strategic Actions
    1. Recruitment and Employment
      1. Conduct transparent, merit-based recruitment practices.
      2. Provide training on diversity, inclusion, and modern slavery awareness to HR staff and hiring managers.
      3. Ensure equal pay for work of equal value.
      4. Implement whistle-blower channels to report forced labour or discrimination anonymously.
    2. Monitoring and Auditing
      1. Conduct annual internal audits on workplace equality and supplier compliance.
      2. Require outsourcing partners to submit reports on labour practices.
      3. Address violations promptly through corrective measures or contract termination.
    3. Capacity Building and Awareness
      1. Educate employees and managers on non-discrimination, ethical employment, and modern slavery risks.
      2. Train procurement and sourcing teams on responsible supply chain management.
      3. Communicate expectations clearly to vendors and partners regarding ethical labour practices.
  7. Monitoring and Evaluation
    1. Placement Cell of the University will maintain employee and vendor compliance records.
    2. Track diversity, pay equity, and supplier audits annually.
    3. Conduct risk assessments for modern slavery and discrimination in outsourcing.
  8. This policy shall be reviewed every three years or earlier if required to accommodate new educational practices, regulatory requirements, or emerging student needs.
  9. The University reserves the right to interpret, alter, amend, modify, cancel or withdraw any or all provision mentioned herein above in this policy without any notice.
  10. In case of any dispute, the decision of the Vice Chancellor of the University shall be final and binding.
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