HR / Admin Assistant at International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Requisition ID: req20992
Location: Maiduguri, Borno  Application Link

Location: Damaturu, Yobe  Application Link

Employment Type: Full Time
Sector: Human Resources
Employment Category: Regular
Open to Expatriates: No

Scope of Work

• The Admin/HR Assistant is responsible for day-to-day HR & administrative requirements, functions and general office management of the IRC offices and to assist the HR Team in all related HR & Admin functions.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding and integration of new hires
• Support in performance management and staff development
• Support in staff management and administration
• Maintain staff database-(timesheet, leave and other benefits).
• Assist with staff training sessions, workshops and activities.
• Document all HR filing system and catalogue HR materials.
• Assist with payroll management. 
• Support exit management
• Perform other job related tasks as requested by the Supervisor.

Assist in Administration Management:

• Track and monitor IRC office and guesthouse administration and maintenance.
• Manage rental agreements for offices and housing.
• Assure that all facilities are well functioning, including housekeeping, office supplies, electricity, maintenance and repair, internet and other communications functions in the field office.
• Assure proper use and functionality of office equipment.
• Supervise cleaners and cooks. 
• Track and monitor subscriptions and monthly telephone and Internet communications, and assure that all are paid on time.
• Assist in processing travel documents (visa, ticket, etc.)

Key Working Relationships

• Position Reports to: HR Manager
• Indirect Reporting: Other Internal and/or external contacts:
• Internal: Required to be a good team player, works effectively within the team

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Administration or related field.

Work Experience:

• Approximately 0-1 year of relevant experience.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Professional HR & Administration experience preferably with an INGO.
• Good computer skill
• Strong sense of personal integrity. 
• Attention to details.
• Additional qualities: ability to multitask, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, flexibility, cultural and environmental sensitivity.
• Team work skills.

Working Environment

• The position is located in the northeast Nigeria where the situation continues to be volatile and the security phase is orange or red depending on location. This is a national position.
• The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct.  These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability.  In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.