Jobs at Jaza Energy

Position Overview

• As our Talent Specialist, you’ll play a key role in helping us grow our team across the country.
• You’ll drive end-to-end recruitment, support hiring managers, coordinate onboarding and ensure every candidate and new hire has great experience.
• From sourcing talent for field roles to supporting Finance, HR and Operations hiring; this role puts you at the center of Jaza's growth.
• This is a great opportunity to own key HR processes, work in a fast-paced environment and help build a strong, people-first culture.

Responsibilities
Recruitment & Selection:

• Manage high-volume hiring campaigns for both field and office roles
• Source, screen and interview candidates efficiently taking them through the recruitment process and qualifying the best and brightest to join our team.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and forecast talent needs.
• Conduct background checks and verify references.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and ensure confidential data.
• Generate reports and track recruitment KPIs (e.g. time-to-fill, time to hire and number of hires against targets).
• Keep hiring teams updated on interview progress and scheduling.
• Ensure all recruitment processes comply with local labor laws and company policies.

Onboarding & Employee Experience:

• Collect and process all pre-employment documentation
• Deliver a smooth and engaging onboarding experience for all new hires.
• Coordinate company culture and values orientation.
• Schedule technical onboarding sessions with subject matter experts.
• Update and maintain employee records in the HRMS, drive and physical files.
• Act as custodian of employee records, ensuring secure and accurate data handling.
• Support employee engagement initiatives that enhance workplace experience.

HR Support & Projects:

• Promote Jaza’s employer brand and help attract top talent.
• Act as the go-to point of contact for candidates, hiring managers and internal stakeholders.
• Optimize the use of HRMS for recruitment and onboarding workflows.
• Support internal HR initiatives and cross-functional projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Psychology or a related field
• 5 years of experience in Human Resources, including at least 3 years focused on recruitment
• Proven ability to run high-volume recruitment drives, especially for field-based roles.
• Experience supporting hiring managers and collaborating across departments
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, startup environments where priorities evolve quickly
• Proficiency with HR systems and tools (HRIS/HRMS), with an interest in process optimization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a high level of professionalism
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization and ability to manage multiple priorities
• A discreet, trustworthy approach to handling sensitive information and employee data
• Confident negotiator with strong interpersonal skills
• High standards of integrity, ethics, and accountability
• A self-starter mindset; you take ownership and follow through
• Passionate about helping others succeed and making meaningful contributions to team culture
• Open-minded, flexible and always ready to learn and grow.

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Position Overview

• As the HR Business Partner (HRBP), you will play a critical role in shaping Jaza’s people operations in Nigeria.
• You’ll partner directly with business leaders and employees to align HR practices with organizational goals, acting as a critical link between local teams, leadership, and our global HR function.
• In this role, you’ll lead efforts in compliance, performance management, talent development, employee engagement, and HR operations; helping to build and maintain a high-performing, inclusive, and mission-driven culture.

Roles & Responsibilities
Employee Relations & Compliance:

• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, including investigations, disciplinary processes, and grievances.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of Nigeria labor laws and HR best practices, ensuring legal compliance and reducing risk.
• Provide guidance on organizational restructures, workforce planning, and redundancy procedures.
• Ensure managers and employees within your oversight group understand and adhere to HR/company policies consistently.

Talent Management & Performance:

• Lead the full annual performance management cycle for your oversight group, including goal setting, mid-year reviews, and year-end evaluations.
• Partner with function leads on succession planning and talent reviews to identify high-potential talent and address critical skill gaps.
• Support talent acquisition efforts by collaborating with the recruiting team to ensure a seamless candidate experience and strong onboarding outcomes.
• Advise hiring managers on attraction strategies and participate in key hiring decisions to build high-performing teams.
• Oversee the integration of new hires within your oversight group, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with Jaza’s culture and values.

HR Administration and Operations:

• Maintain accurate and compliant employee records across all HR systems, including HRIS and payroll platforms, in line with internal policies and legal standards.
• Submit timely and accurate monthly payroll data to the HR Lead and Rewards team.
• Draft and manage employee documentation, including offer letters, contracts, NDAs, and internal communications.
• Support employee benefits administration, including insurance enrollment, life event changes, and documentation processing.
• Generate regular and ad-hoc reports on HR metrics (e.g., headcount, turnover, attendance) to support leadership decision-making.

Employee Engagement and Culture:

• Design and implement employee engagement programs at the local and company-wide level (e.g., recognition initiatives, team-building activities, and volunteer events).
• Analyze engagement survey results and collaborate with managers to develop and track action plans for continuous improvement.
• Act as a culture ambassador, ensuring company values are reflected in everyday management and employee experiences.
• Support and promote employee well-being initiatives, fostering an inclusive, positive, and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• 5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a generalist role.
• Comfortable working with HR technology; experience with HRIS is required, and familiarity with a Human Resource Management System (HRMS) is a strong plus
• Proven track record handling employee relations and strong handle of local labor laws and practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a high degree of professionalism.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Skilled in negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and passionate about impact-driven work.