Human Resources Officer at COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale

Job Purpose

• The Human Resources Officer supports the Human Resources and Admin Manager in the effective implementation of HR policies, procedures, and systems across the COOPI Nigeria mission.
• The role focuses on operational HR functions, compliance, staff relations, recruitment coordination, and performance management support, ensuring alignment with COOPI policies and Nigerian labor laws.
• The HR Officer operates under the guidance and approval of the HR/Admin Manager.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of COOPI HR policies, procedures, and frameworks in line with local labor laws and regulations.
• Monitor compliance with Nigerian labor laws and internal HR procedures and flag issues to the HR/Admin Manager.
• Support HR audits, internal reviews, and documentation requirements.
• Coordinate recruitment processes, including vacancy announcements, shortlisting, interview scheduling, and reference checks.
• Support the HR/Admin Manager in reviewing Job Descriptions for consistency with mission staffing plans.
• Coordinate staff onboarding, inductions, and probation follow-ups.
• Support the implementation of the performance appraisal system, track appraisal timelines, and compile completed appraisals.
• Assist in identifying learning and development needs and coordinating training activities.
• Support staff development initiatives as guided by the HR/Admin Manager.
• Act as the first point of contact for routine HR-related staff inquiries.
• Support the handling of employee relations issues, including disciplinary processes and grievance documentation, under the guidance of the HR/Admin Manager.
• Maintain and update HR databases, trackers, and reporting tools.
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field with 3–5 years’ experience in an HR role, preferably within an INGO or multi-location organization.
• Good knowledge of Nigerian labor laws and HR best practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Professional HR Certification required
• Ability to work independently
• Strong analytical skills and detail oriented
• Fluency in English (oral and written)