HR Manager - MDM

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Medecins du Monde (MdM) seeks an HR Manager to oversee HR operations in Abuja. The role includes recruitment, employee relations, payroll, compliance, and staff development for an international humanitarian organization.

• Full-time onsite position in Abuja, Nigeria.
• Lead HR operations for an international NGO.
• Responsibilities include recruitment, payroll, visa coordination, and performance management.

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HR Manager - MDM at Medecins du Monde (MdM) ⏲ Jul 29, 2026, 6:11 AM ⋕ View all NGO & Humanitarian / Nonprofit Organizations jobs Medecins du Monde (MdM) is an international humanitarian organization whose mission is to provide medical care for the most vulnerable populations, the world over, including France. It seeks to stimulate voluntary commitment from doctors, other health care providers, and from those whose expertise in other fields is needed for its activities, to enlist all competent support required for the achievement of its projects, and to seek at all times to encourage close working relationships with populations in its care. MdM operating in Nigeria, Borno state since October 2016. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: HR Manager - MDM Location: Abuja Job type: Full-time (Onsite) Main Responsibilities: Ensure quality and compliance in recruitment, employee relations, contract lifecycle management, staff development, C&B and wellbeing; Act as HR operational partner, advising and coaching field management teams on workforce planning and people management. He/She ensures of the execution of mutli-step processes and the provision of continuing integrated services in the HR Department. Under the supervision of the HR Coordinator, the HR Manager ensures the oversight of related processes and systems to support service delivery aligned with program activities. Then, the HR Manager leads the operationalization of HR systems and ensures uninterrupted, integrated HR service delivery. His/her key Responsibilities: will be to: Lead and oversee all operational HR functions; Tasks Description HR Administration: Maintain employee files, contracts, attendance records, and HR databases. Support payroll preparation and verification. Support performance review administration. Manage leave tracking and timesheet administration. Ensure complete and accurate personnel documentation. Visa and Immigration: Coordinate visa and work permit processes. Liaise with immigration authorities and consultants. Maintain visa trackers and compliance records. Administration and Travel Support: Prepare and update administration reports and trackers as required. Coordinate staff travel and accommodation arrangements. Develop and maintain efficient administrative filing systems. Perform any additional duties assigned by the line manager. Monitor administrative contracts and agreements. Support guesthouse administration. Maintain trackers and administrative databases. Recruitment and Talent Management: Support workforce resourcing strategies. Promote employee retention and engagement initiatives. Ensure compliance of recruitment activities from planning to onboarding. Performance Management and Staff Development: Monitor staff wellbeing and leave management. Support the promotion of learning and development opportunities. Participating on coaching, mentoring, and career development activities. Support managers in setting objectives and evaluating staff performance. HR Leadership and Operations: Review staffing requests and recruitment plans. Monitor HR performance indicators and workforce trends. Support payroll processing and contribute to compensation and benefits: reviews and administration. Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and labor legislation. Employee Relations and Compliance: Coordinate exit management processes and lessons learned from exit interviews. Ensure compliance with Code of Conduct policies and support team members in improving their understanding of CoE. Contribute to the employee relations matters and workplace conflicts. Reporting and Communication: Foster a positive workplace culture and collaborative environment. Produce HR metrics and workforce analytics. Adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, safeguarding measures, and security requirements. Communicate HR updates and organizational initiatives. Qualifications and Competencies Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a related discipline, with experience: preferably gained within an INGO, NGO, or humanitarian organization. A Master’s degree is highly desirable. Professional certification in Human Resources, Administration, or a related field would be considered an asset. Experience: and Skills: Strong knowledge of HR policies, labor regulations, and personnel administration practices. Previous experience: in a complex, multicultural, and security-sensitive operational environment is desirable. Experience: working with government authorities, service providers, and external stakeholders. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience. Experience: in processing payroll, managing personnel files, and maintaining financial records. Demonstrated experience: in recruitment, personnel administration, payroll support, contract management, and employee record management. Ability to monitor contracts, administrative agreements, and compliance requirements. Willingness to travel within the area of operation when required. Strong understanding of Nigerian labor law and HR best practices. Experience: with HR and database management systems is an asset. Ability to maintain discretion when handling sensitive HR and financial information. At least 2 years of staff management experience. Salary N1,000,000 / Month. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV and Cover Letter in the same document to: [email protected] using “HR MANAGER - MDM-Nigeria (Abuja)” as subject of the email. Disclaimer Please note that MdM does not engage in or accept bribes in exchange for job opportunities. Any attempts to offer or accept bribes will result in immediate disqualification from the recruitment process. Due to the nature of this role, we will be reviewing applications on a ROLLING basis, and the role might be filled and closed before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged. View all Jobs in Nigeria Abuja