Human Resources Officer
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New Incentives is seeking a full-time Human Resources Officer to support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compensation, performance management and training. The ideal candidate has at least three years of HR experience and should reside in North West Nigeria, although the role is listed under Northeast Nigeria.
- Full-time HR role covering recruitment, employee relations, benefits, compensation, performance management and training.
- Supports onboarding, pension and NHF registration, NSITF and tax remittances, and new-hire training.
- Candidates must reside in North West Nigeria, while the listed job location is Northeast Nigeria.
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New Incentives is seeking a full-time Human Resources Officer to support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compensation, performance management and training. The ideal candidate has at least three years of HR experience and should reside in North West Nigeria, although the role is listed under Northeast Nigeria.
- Full-time HR role covering recruitment, employee relations, benefits, compensation, performance management and training.
- Supports onboarding, pension and NHF registration, NSITF and tax remittances, and new-hire training.
- Candidates must reside in North West Nigeria, while the listed job location is Northeast Nigeria.
- Requires at least three years of HR experience, strong communication and a detail-oriented, process-driven approach.
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Source salary availableThe source lists administration, staff compensation, staff performance management, and training. Confirm the final pay, benefits, contract terms and allowances directly with the employer before accepting an offer.
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- Required3+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in internship, Human resources, RecruitmentThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in NigeriaThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full Time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
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- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
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- Place your strongest Human Resources Officer evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to New Incentives and the role in Nigeria.
- Add concrete examples related to internship, Human resources, Recruitment, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
- Follow the instructions from MyJobMag Nigeria; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
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- Prepare a polite question about pay, benefits and contract terms for later interview stages.
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- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Nigeria under the listed contract or schedule?
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Original source description
New Incentives is a US-based nonprofit committed to implementing health-related cash transfer programs to save lives in developing countries. Operating in Nigeria, New Incentives gives pregnant women with at-risk pregnancies conditional cash transfers, which encourage them to follow medical advice and treatment so that their children are born healthy.
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Human Resources Officer
Job Type: Full Time
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience
2 - 5 years
Location: Nigeria
Job Field: Human Resources / HR
Locations
: Northeast, Nigeria
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 Requirements
BSc or BA in Business Administration, Social Sciences or its recognized equivalent
At least 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
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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.
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