Human Resources Specialist at One Acre Fund

About the Role

• Reporting to the Nigeria People Lead, the HR Specialist is a strategic partner to the farmer-facing departments and other business leaders within the Nigeria Country program, aligning human resources initiatives with organizational goals. You will manage a team with a specific focus on recruitment, employee relations and talent management. You will collaborate with the human resources team and stakeholders to manage daily operations and implement HR strategies to improve the organization's effectiveness

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business leaders to understand organizational objectives and HR-related requirements and develop solutions to support them
• Build the competence of the team to carry out all critical tasks within the field recruitment, employee relations, learning, and performance management docket
• Be a primary contact for talent management and employee relations matters, guiding managers on HR policies, procedures, and regulation
• Implement performance management processes and guide managers on performance management frameworks
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards for the People Lead on key HR metrics

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Certified Human Resources Management practitioner
• At least five years of progressive experience working in a similar role
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment law
• Demonstrated experience working with HR Information Systems and data tools
• Demonstrated project management skills