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Current Job Vacancies at the American University of Nigeria, 13th August, 2018

The American University of Nigeria was founded in response to the need for a world-class university in sub-Saharan Africa. The University’s mission is to provide quality education to Nigeria and Africa’s future leaders in order to equip them with the skills needed to solve development issues on the continent, and give them the knowledge needed to create solutions that will benefit their community, their country and, ultimately, the world. The American University of Nigeria, Yola, is seeking a suitable and qualified candidate to fill the vacant position below, this position is a local position and is open to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria: Job Title: HR Officer (Benefit) Location: Yola, Adamawa Summary

The HR Officer (Benefits) must have a clear understanding of university’s objectives and be able to devise and implement policies which select, develop and retain the right staff needed to meet these objectives
The HR Officer (Benefits) is charged with the responsibility of implementing and administering benefits for employees of the University
This includes the issuance of corporate lines, enrolment in Health Insurance Programs, administering pension, tracking leaves as well as paying out leave grants to eligible staff to mention a few
The position shall report directly to the Assistant Director Recruitment & General Administration

Detailed Listing of Responsibilities

Issues all employee benefits within the policies and procedures of the AUN Personnel Manual
Develops and maintains a comprehensive benefit plan and data base for all employees to ensure equality and efficient distribution of these benefits
Provides advice and guidance to departments and manages the day to day operational aspects of the Benefits functions.
Provides analytical support for the development, implementation and reporting of employee benefits
Administers the leave tracking system, and provides assistance on vacation entitlement calculations (Leave Grant).
Makes available Pension administrators for employee to register with.
Completes the final issuance and severance allowances and benefits for leaving employees, overtime and annual leave.
Works with Finance department in executing monthly payroll accurately in a timely manner and ensuring that all Benefits to be paid get to Payroll Office every month.
Evaluates and recommend applicable benefits for new hires and employees with changes in title.
Maintains confidentiality of information about employees, records and sorting outdated records.
Updates employees’ records and keeping daily records of employees as regards to benefits
Answers general questions, direct employees to other HR employees, support HR employees in the performance of their responsibilities.
Helps with implementation of services, policies and programs assists university managers on HR issues regarding employee benefits.
Manages and provides advice on the Nigeria Social Health Insurance Scheme (NSITF) for new and existing staff registration and ensures reimbursement of claim in cases of occupational injury.
Ensures group life employee list are up to date and follow up with payment to beneficiary where an employee is deceased
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree preferred from Finance or Business Management and three to five years of human resource experience.
Knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, tax and local law.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to analyze data and provide recommendations.
Experience with MS-Office.

Other requirements and Abilities:

Good time management and organizational skills.
Able to work under stress to meet tight deadlines and handling multiple tasks.
Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information.
Able to handle confidential information appropriately
Self-motivated, independent and proactive.

Description of Benefits

Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.

Job Title:HR Officer (Records) Location: Yola, Adamawa Department: Human Resources & Planning Summary of Position

The position is responsible for updating and maintaining the integrity of employee records in the Human Resources Database.
The position shall ensure that accurate employee records detailing any notices of commendation, warning or discipline; performance evaluations and reviews; changes in employee qualifications and trends in employee trainings; and changes in job title, job description, job classification or supervisor

Detailed Listing of Responsibilities

Maintains employee records, human resource data bases and computer software systems, and manual filing systems.
Responsible for maintaining a personnel record for each employee
Ensures that each individual has a complete personnel record
Facilitates personnel records to be kept in a secured, locked area
Facilitates the processes that current staff members may review their personnel record by making an appointment with Human Resources Director.
Maintains confidentiality of employment records and sorting outdated records. Updates employees’ records and keeping daily records of employees.
Records employee data and monitors departmental changes of staff for record updates.
Plans record filing systems by creating hard-copy and electronic folders; files and retrieves information in accordance with departmental records management procedures.
Manages the location and storage of records; conducts records audit; and organizes the disposal of records in accordance with their retention schedule.
Enters the following documents as part of an employee’s personnel record:
- Signed and dated offer letter- wage or salary information,- notices of commendation, warning or discipline,- performance evaluations and reviews,- attendance and paid time off records
- Changes in job title, job description, job classification or supervisor.
- Verifies existing and new employee’s result, NYSC, previous work place verification
Implements file operating policy and procedural improvements:
- Provide advice, assistance and follow-up on the University policy, procedures and documentations.
- Helps with implementation of services, policies and programs through HR staff and assists university managers on HR issues.
Ensures that access to information and records is controlled at all times in accordance to departmental policies.
Coordinates the internal work flow systems and procedures within the HR Department:
- Provides strategic and administrative advice and support to HR Officers as needed.
- Facilitates clerical and secretarial support to maintain the effective running of the records office
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Position Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and three to five years of human resource experience.
Knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to analyze data and provide recommendations.
Experience with MS-Office.
Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.

Other Requirements, Abilities for the Position:

Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information.
Confidentiality concerning personal files and records.

Description of Benefits Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Resumes, Cover Letters and references to: [email protected] before the closing date above.

Application Deadline 19th August, 2018.

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