Human Resources Officer (North West & North East) at New Incentives

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New Incentives is hiring a Human Resources Officer for North West and North East Nigeria. The role involves recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and training. Candidates need at least 3 years HR experience and must reside in North West Nigeria.

• Full-time position with an evidence-based NGO focusing on childhood vaccination.
• Requires 2-5 years HR generalist experience and a Bachelor's degree.
• Must be based in North West Nigeria; preference given to local candidates.
• Responsibilities split: recruitment (30%), onboarding/benefits (40%), administration (30%).

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Job Title: Human Resources Officer Location: North West & North East – Nigeria Job type: Full-time Category: Human Resources Organization Overview NI-ABAE is an evidence-based organization that aims to provide incentives to increase childhood vaccination rates and save lives in the most cost-effective way. While caregivers and infants remain our top priority, our operations are guided by accountability, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. Job Summary The Human Resources Officer will be assisting the HR Manager in recruitment, employee relations management, staff benefits: administration, staff compensation, staff performance management, and training. The ideal candidate should be someone with at least 3 years experience: in Human Resources, very diligent, detailed, and process oriented with some understanding of legal and logistics processes. The candidate should be residing in North West Nigeria. Excellent communication skills, a learning mindset, and ability to adapt quickly managing HR systems are essential to succeed in this role. Job Responsibilities: and Tasks Recruitment (30%): Assist in FOs selection and in-person interviews at the LGAs level. Take the lead to manage in-person interviews of shortlisted FOs candidates through local New Incentives team members. Escalate any gaps, challenges, or noncompliance to the HR Manager for immediate follow-up. Liaise with the SR unit and community leaders to ensure locals are recruited. Promote job ads on social media and do outreaches on platforms like LinkedIn and your network to identify candidates. Assist the HR Manager in sending invitations, following up with candidates through phone calls, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference and background checks. Send feedback for the concluded recruitment exercise. Prepare the recruitment Gsheet during and after the process. Onboarding, Benefits: and Compensation Management (40%): Follow up with the new employees to ensure pension and NHF registration are done, and numbers are generated. Follow up with the new office account opening during onboarding. Liaise with PFAs, NHF, NSITF, and tax offices to follow up on remittances. Physical Training sessions for new hires in the state Administration (30%): Ensure employee information is up to date. Review employee leave applications on Zoho and ensure the proper documents are uploaded. Any other duty that the HR Manager or console may assign. Education: and Work Experience: Requirement BSc or BA in Business Administration, Social Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 2 – 5 years in a Human Resources general function. 1 – 2 years prior experience: working for a non-profit, charitable organization, NGO or (I)NGO is a plus Priority will be given to candidates residing in the states where the position is advertised. Skills and Competencies Requirement: Preferably a candidate already based in the target locations . Detail-oriented and diligent professional Process-oriented with some understanding of legal and logistics processes Good networks and contacts in North West Nigeria and ability to leverage for recruitment Good organizational skills, effective time management, ability to meet deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize tasks Sound cultural awareness and ability to work in multicultural and multiethnic environments Proven managerial and/or leadership skills Ability to deliver high-quality work in short periods and to work under pressure. Critical thinker and possess a problem-solving attitude Passion to help others and reduce infant mortality Very good communication and writing skills, English, Hausa and dialects (verbal and written) Excellent responsiveness to email and phone requests Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, internet browsers, smartphones, and ICT in general. The candidate should be willing to use Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides. Motivation to work in a young organization that is constantly changing based on stakeholder feedback and operates with a lean structure Language Requirement: Proficiency in English Language (conversation, reading and writing) is required Knowledge of Hausa, Nupe and/or other commonly spoken Languages in target locations (conversation and reading) is an advantage Application Closing Date Not Specified. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should Apply below USING APPLY ONLINE NOW BUTTON Important Information and Notice Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis and are encouraged not to wait until the deadline, as decisions for this position could be made sooner. DISCLAIMER: Beware of fraudulent job offers. New Incentives – All Babies Are Equal Initiative does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Speaking local languages in the states where we are operating would be an added advantage. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position! All internal applications and employee are strongly advised to use their official email address while applying. Premium NGO Service Increase your chances of getting this job! Let our experts professionally update your CV and Cover Letter to meet international NGO standards. Get Started Now From ₦700 only