Human Resources Officer
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ECOWAS is recruiting a Human Resources Officer for the Office of the Auditor General in Nigeria. Reporting to the Principal Officer, Internal Services, the role covers recruitment, performance management, contract administration, staff benefits, training, and HR advisory in line with ECOWAS Staff Regulations. A Bachelor's degree is required; HR generalist experience is an added advantage.
- Supports the Office of the Auditor General under ECOWAS Staff Regulations, Rules, and best practices.
- Coordinates recruitment, performance management, contract administration, and staff benefits processing.
- Develops annual training plans and coordinates learning and professional certification programmes.
- Bachelor's degree required; HR generalist experience and international organization knowledge are advantages.
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- PreferredPractical evidence in internship, finance, human resourcesThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in Not specifiedThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
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Original source description
Under the supervision of the Principal Officer, Internal Services, the incumbent will ensure efficient functioning of the general human resource functions of the Office of the Auditor General in accordance with ECOWAS Staff Regulations, Rules, and established best practices.
Role and
Responsibilities
- Facilitate internal and external audits relating to HR matters.
- Monitor compliance with performance appraisal timelines.
- Review and process claims relating to
- and established client service standards.
- Knowledge of ECOWAS internal operational
- and ability to explain these clearly to others.
- Ability to use evidence and research to inform policies and programs and identify relevant and appropriate sources of information, including stakeholders, regional institutions and/or internal committees.
- Ability to break down problems or processes into key parts to identify and solve gaps in service, quality assurance, compliance, and performance targets.
- Ability to encourage, empower, and advocate for people in an unbiased and transparent manner.
- Ability to listen actively, consider people’s concerns and apply judgement, tact, and diplomacy.
- Knowledge of the ECOWAS culture, structures and performance issues and priorities impacting assigned responsibilities.
- Ability to organize work, set priorities, and work within timelines, giving attention to details, stakeholders, indicators, and risks.
- Exhibit interpersonal skills, make presentations, express opinions, and debate ideas with others in a constructive manner.
- Understanding of diverse cultural views especially within West Africa, with sensitivity to group differences; ability to challenge bias and to practice tolerance and empathy.
- Ability to respect chain of command in an appropriate manner.
- Ability to resolve challenges that occur with minimal direction and/or to recommend and explain solutions or alternatives for approval.
- Ability to utilize the Code of Ethics to manage self, others, information, and resources.
- Knowledge of member states development trends, indicators, challenges, and opportunities as it relates to project/programme assigned to own position.
- Ability to develop, implement an individual action plan for achieving specific work goals.
- Fluency in oral and written expressions in one of the ECOWAS official languages of the Community (English, French & Portuguese). Knowledge of an additional one will be an added advantage.
- Ability to identify, collect and assess indicators to monitor performance and to take proactive remedial action as required.
- Ability to proactively interact with clients and build strong trusting relationships based on mutual respect and regular discussions.
- Interpersonal skills with ability to keep a client informed of progress or setbacks in projects of relevance to timeline, quality, and quantity.
- Ability to study data/information from a variety of sources, identify anomalies, trends and issues, present findings, and make recommendations.
- Ability to convey information clearly and concisely in a succinct and organized manner through both writing and verbal means.
- Knowledge of ECOWAS institutions, sectors, programmes, and policies.
- Ability to persuade/influence others to consider a certain point of view, adopt a new idea or implement new methods and practices.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply techniques to generate creative ideas and new approaches to meeting goals.
- Demonstrate respect for cultural differences, fairness, and ability to relate well with people from varied backgrounds, nationality, gender, ethnicity, race, and religion.
- Proficiency in the use of Information Communication Technologies (ICT) tools and platforms.
- Ability to identify, organize and monitor tasks throughout to facilitate execution.
- Ability to make sound use of graphics and tables to effectively present numerical data to write semi-complex technical reports/proposals and edit/check templates, letters, etc.
- Contribute to maintaining organizational unit’s performance goals and standards.
- Ability to establish and sustain professional credibility with clients/stakeholders in a manner that anticipates their need, mitigates issues and that carefully balances professional obligations with the need to be sensitive and responsive to their needs.
- Ability to contribute and/or lead on projects as per accepted project management standards and techniques, to co-ordinate contributions by others to set and meet deadlines.
- Ability to lead a team of trainees/junior staff and instill a spirit of teamwork to engage employees and achieve a well-defined set of activities.
- Ability to mentor others and create feedback loops with supervisors, colleagues, and the subordinates to build strong working relationships and improve performance.
- Annual Salary
- P3/1 - UA40,696.78 (USD 52,648.78)
- How to Apply
- Interested and qualified candidates should submit completed Job Application Form, Curriculum Vitae, and Cover letter to:
- b67hrofficerag@ecowas.int
- using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
- Click here to download the application form
- (Docx.)
- The required documents for registration include :
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter
- Application form
- Note
- a competency-based interview.
- The application will not be considered if one of the Mandatory documents is not attached.
- Assessment method: Assessment of qualified candidates may include a written exercise and
- Application
- Deadline:
- 5th November, 2026.
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- Abuja
- Human Resources Officer job vacancies in Nigeria
Education
grant, dependency allowance, installation grant, travel entitlements, and other staff benefits.
Identify and mitigate HR-related risks.
Manage contract administration, confirmations, promotions, renewals, separations, and related HR actions.
Ensure confidentiality and integrity of personnel information.
Analyze performance data and recommend interventions for organizational effectiveness.
Facilitate conflict resolution and workplace harmony initiatives.
Advise management on HR policies, procedures, and workforce planning initiatives.
Coordinate the implementation of the performance management system.
Administer staff salaries, allowances, benefits, and entitlements in accordance with applicable regulations.
Develop annual training plans and budgets.
Support the Identification of training and capacity development needs.
Coordinate learning and development programmes, workshops, and professional certification initiatives.
Monitor implementation of audit recommendations affecting human resources.
Coordinate recruitment and selection processes, including vacancy announcements, screening, assessments, interviews, and onboarding.
Contribute to the development and implementation of human resources strategies aligned with the mandate and objectives of the Office.
Ensure HR processes are compliant with internal controls and governance requirements.
Provide guidance to supervisors and staff on performance evaluation processes.
Maintain accurate personnel records and HR databases.
Support staff welfare programmes and employee engagement activities.
Prepare recruitment reports and recommendations for management approval.
Academic Qualifications and
Experience
in a Human Resources generalist role would be an added advantage.
Knowledge of Regulations, procedures, and policies of relevance to the execution of duties associated with the position in an international organization.
Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, Law, Social Sciences, or related field from a recognized institution of higher learning.
Cognitive knowledge of data base creation and management, and use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and programs for operationalizing a variety of HR business processes and reports.
Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management or related field and/or professional HR certification would be an added advantage.
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible
in one or multiple areas of human resources management including training, recruitment, performance management, change management, manpower planning, salary policy, pension administration, terms and conditions of employment, monitoring, analytics, and reporting.
Age Limit:
Be below 45 years old. This provision does not apply to internal candidates.
ECOWAS Key Competencies:
Ability and responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Demonstrate operational computer proficiency using appropriate tools.
Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive interactive environment that
Benefits
from diverse strengths.
Ability to counsel, advise, consult, and guide others on matters pertaining to assigned client service
Requirements
- of programs, projects, services, and systems required to achieve work assignments and meet performance goals.
- Knowledge of rules and procedures of ECOWAS associated assigned