Human Resource Officer at Community Engagement & Social Development Initiative (CESDI)

Project: Lake Chad Inclusive Economic and Social Recovery Project (RESILAC*2)

Location: Damaturu, Yobe State, Northeast Nigeria

Contract Duration: 23 Months (Fixed Term)

Reports To: Finance and Administration Manager / Project Manager

Funding Partner: Action Against Hunger (ACF) / CARE International

Position Summary

The Human Resource Officer will be responsible for managing all human resource functions for the RESILAC*2 project at the state level. The post-holder will ensure effective HR systems, staff welfare, compliance with labor laws, and a supportive workplace culture in line with organizational values and donor expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment processes including advertising vacancies, screening applications, organizing interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters, and onboarding documentation for new staff.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel files and HR records for all project staff.
• Manage staff attendance, leave records, time sheets, and performance management processes.
• Coordinate and support staff performance appraisal processes in line with organizational HR policies.
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian labor laws, organizational HR policies, and ACF/CARE HR standards.
• Manage staff benefits, health insurance, pension registration, and statutory deductions.
• Facilitate staff orientation, onboarding, and capacity building initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support to staff on HR policies, grievance procedures, disciplinary processes, and staff welfare issues.
• Coordinate learning and development activities, training calendars, and professional development plans.
• Maintain a staff database and proactively manage staff contracts, renewals, and separations.
• Lead safeguarding-related HR functions including Code of Conduct orientation and SEAH prevention measures.
• Support organizational culture initiatives that promote inclusion, staff wellness, and a respectful work environment.
• Prepare monthly HR reports covering staffing levels, leave, turnover, and other HR metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field. A professional certification (CIPM, SHRM, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of HR management experience, preferably in an NGO or international development organization.
• Sound knowledge of Nigerian labor law, employment regulations, and HR best practices.
• Experience managing HR functions in project-based or field-level settings.
• Demonstrated experience with safeguarding policies, SEAH prevention, and staff wellbeing programs.
• Experience with INGO HR systems and policies (ACF, CARE, or similar) is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR information systems.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.
• Ability to manage multiple HR processes simultaneously.
• Empathy, staff-centered approach, and commitment to staff welfare.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Hausa is an asset.

All staff are required to adhere to our organizational Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies.