PESB Recommends Ajay Kumar Sharma As Director (Personnel) Of SJVN

Public Sector headhunter – The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has recommended Ajay Kumar Sharma for the position of Director (Personnel) at SJVN, a prominent Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Power.

This recommendation follows a rigorous interview process conducted on May 24, 2024, where Sharma emerged as the top candidate among eleven contenders.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Ajay Kumar Sharma is currently serving as the General Manager in the Corporate Human Resources department at SJVN’s Corporate Headquarters in Shimla.
• SJVN Tenure: He joined SJVN in October 2009 and has contributed significantly to various HR functions, including:
• Personnel Planning
• Administration
• Industrial Relations & Welfare
• HR Policy
  Training & Human Resource Development
  HR Procurement
• Previous Experience: Prior to SJVN, Sharma served at the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) from 1996 to 2009, gaining extensive experience in human resources.

Personal Background

• Birth and Origin: Born on April 8, 1974, Ajay Kumar Sharma hails from village Khargat in the Sihunta subdivision of Chamba District.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Government College of Technology, Coimbatore.
• MBA in Human Resources from IGNOU.
• Executive Development Program in Human Resource Management from XLRI Jamshedpur.

Contributions and Achievements

• HR Expertise: Sharma has demonstrated expertise in various HR domains, making substantial contributions to SJVN’s HR policies and practices.
  Leadership and Assistance: He has also assisted the Director (Personnel) and the Chairperson & Managing Director of SJVN, showcasing his leadership capabilities and strategic thinking in HR management.
• Future Role
  As Director (Personnel), Ajay Kumar Sharma will be responsible for overseeing SJVN’s human resource functions, ensuring effective personnel management, and fostering a positive organizational culture. His extensive background and experience in HR are expected to bring valuable insights and improvements to SJVN’s HR practices and policies.

Ajay Kumar Sharma’s recommendation for the post of Director (Personnel) at SJVN is a testament to his extensive experience, dedicated service, and significant contributions to the field of human resources. His leadership is anticipated to further strengthen SJVN’s HR functions and support the organization’s goals and objectives.