HR Officer at AMO Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited

Job Purpose

• To provide operational support across key Human Resources functions, with a primary focus on recruitment and talent acquisition.
• The successful candidate will support the end-to-end recruitment process while assisting with other HR activities, including employee records management, onboarding, HR administration, employee engagement, and general HR operations.
• The ideal candidate should have a generalist HR background, strong organisational skills, good communication abilities, and a genuine interest in recruitment and talent management.

Key Responsibilities
Recruitment and Talent Acquisition:

• Support the end-to-end recruitment process, from job posting and candidate sourcing to interview coordination and placement.
• Source and screen candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, databases, and other recruitment channels.
• Review CVs and shortlist candidates against approved job requirements.
• Schedule interviews, communicate with candidates, and coordinate interview logistics.
• Maintain an updated recruitment tracker and candidate database.
• Follow up with hiring managers to obtain feedback and ensure timely recruitment decisions.
• Conduct reference checks and support pre-employment documentation and background checks.
• Support the preparation of offer letters and coordinate pre-employment processes in line with established procedures.
• Prepare regular recruitment reports, including vacancy status, candidate pipeline, and recruitment progress.
• Ensure candidates receive timely updates and maintain a professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Onboarding and Employee Documentation:

• Support the onboarding and orientation of new employees.
• Ensure new hires complete the required employment documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, both electronic and physical.
• Assist with the preparation and issuance of HR documents as required.

HR Administration and Employee Services:

• Respond to routine employee enquiries and direct complex issues to the appropriate HR representative.
• Assist with attendance monitoring, leave administration, and employee data updates.
• Support the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and established processes.
• Assist in preparing routine HR reports and maintaining HR databases.

Employee Relations and Engagement:

• Support employee engagement activities, internal communication, and staff welfare initiatives.
• Assist with the documentation and follow-up of employee relations matters where required.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement when handling employee information.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and effectiveness of recruitment support.
• Quality and relevance of candidates shortlisted.
• Timely scheduling of interviews and follow-up with candidates and hiring managers.
• Accuracy and currency of recruitment trackers and candidate databases.
• Timely completion of onboarding documentation.
• Accuracy of employee records and HR reports.
• Responsiveness to employee and management requests.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• One year of relevant work experience after completing NYSC.
• Generalist HR experience, with practical exposure to recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Gender Preference: Male preferred, to support gender balance within the team

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Good understanding of recruitment processes and candidate sourcing techniques.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship management skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple vacancies and competing priorities.
• Good record-keeping, reporting, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Good follow-up skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• The ideal candidate is an early-career HR professional with a sound understanding of general HR operations and a strong interest in recruitment.
• The candidate should be organised, resourceful, detail-oriented, and comfortable engaging with candidates, employees, and hiring managers.
• Practical recruitment experience is particularly important.
• Experience in other HR functions will be an added advantage, as the role offers opportunities to develop broader HR generalist capabilities.