Human Resources Officer at Management Alternatives Limited

Role Summary

• The Human Resources Officer (HRO) will support the Head of HR to deliver all of the HR functions of the organization.
• S/he will coordinate the overall implementation of human resources objectives and policies and operations in addition to other miscellaneous tasks.

Responsibilities
HR Administration:

• Work within the organization’s HR policies and procedures in compliance with employment law and practices
• Support the Head of HR in managing employee disciplinary procedures
• Draft all HR legal documentation (contracts, termination letter, etc.)
• Serve as a liaison between the state offices and the headquarters for HR related activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by implementing new/updated HR policies, procedures and systems and recommend improvements to ways of working.

Talent Management:

• Manage employee recruitment activities including assessments, scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks and communicating hiring decisions.
• Coordinate orientation activities and ensure completion of all appropriate paperwork for new employees
• Direct teams from IT, Admin, and the programs to ensure that new employees have a positive experience at Solina and are successfully integrated into the organization, and their new role.
• Organize all training activities and provide administrative support in with performance management processes.
• Coordinate and participate in the completion of exit interviews

Employee Relations and Communication:

• Provide guidance to employees regarding policies, procedures and benefits
• Process staff benefits such as insurance, pensions and other allowances; and act as a focal point for these issues.
• Process and track employees’ leave applications, respond to queries and ensure compliance by staff.

Database management and HR reporting:

• Maintain historical human resource records by designing a filing and retrieval system; keeping past and current records
• Ensure that offer letters, contracts, probation confirmations, and updates to documents are appropriately handled and documented
• Maintain and protect confidential data with utmost scrutiny, judgment and care

Education And Experience

• Minimum of a second-class upper degree from a reputable University
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Sciences or similar field.
• 1 - 2 years’ experience in HR.
• Management consulting or HR consulting experience is a plus
• Professional certification in HR is an added advantage

Knowledge And Skill Requirements:

• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good organizational management skills
• Open to direction and collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done
• Demonstrates professionalism, sensitivity, confidentiality and a positive attitude at all times
• Great level of attention to detail, and commitment to excellence and quality improvement
• Ability to work well under pressure and excels at operating in a fast-paced work environment
• Knowledge of HR best practices, Nigerian labour law and employment legislations
• Competence with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of HRIS is a plus