Human Resources Officer Job in Abuja at IntraHealth International
IntraHealth International - For 35 years, in 100 countries, IntraHealth
International has empowered health workers to better serve communities
in need. IntraHealth fosters local solutions to health care
challenges
by improving health worker performance, strengthening health systems,
harnessing technology, and leveraging partnerships.
As a global champion for health workers, IntraHealth International
advocates for the role of the health worker as critical in saving lives
and helping the world to achieve the Millennium Development Goals. We
partner with governments, NGOs, the private sector, and other
organizations to foster policies that empower health workers to better
serve communities in need.
IntraHealth International is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Human Resources Officer
Location: Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
Primary Responsibilities
- The Human Resources Officer is responsible for providing general
day-to-day HR services and activities across CapacityPlus Nigeria
office in the various human resources functions which include
recruitment, staffing, employee benefits, engagement, performance
monitoring, employee counseling, training and development and other
administration for employees.
- He/She is responsible for ensuring that HR activities and
operations are in compliance with legal and legislative requirements and
in accordance with IntraHealth’s policies and procedures.
- He/She will report directly to the Nigeria Country Office Senior
Operations Manager and will closely work with the Human Resources
Business Partner for West Africa as it relates to HR programs, policies
and strategic guidance for the field.
Essential Functions
- Recruiting staff in line with organizational requirements which
includes developing and updating job descriptions/job profiles,
providing support in preparing advertisements, screening application
forms, short-listing the candidates, interviewing and selecting them,
documentation of the hiring process of all new employees, preparing
employment contracts for new employees, revising/updating employment
letters for existing employees, planning and delivering training
occasionally, including induction programs for new hires, Health and
Safety training records for employee
- Overseeing employment termination, resignation processes and documentations.
- Contribute to occupational health, safety and security activities
- Working closely with other staff (Technical, Financial,
Administrative), increasingly acting as a consultancy professional, and
assisting the line managers in understanding and implementing legal
local labor laws and/or regulations, HR procedures and policies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant statutory legislations and HR
best practices and that managers receive an accurate and timely
assistance in response to particular queries related to HR policies or
other aspects of employment legislation
- Providing assistance to Finance & Administration Team and perform other related duties as required by management.
- Undertaking usual salary reviews, negotiating on issues
regarding pay and conditions with staff and representatives. This
includes working closely with HR Business Partner to ensure that all
local support and data needed are available and shared for local salary
and benefits surveys
- Managing and maintaining up to date employment contracts,
personnel files, absenteeism and leaves, employee handbook, and other
employee information, which includes administrating the Human Resources
Information System (ULTIPRO) to ensure accurate and timely entries of
personal and professional data in the system.
- Providing advice and assistance to supervisors and staff on
performance appraisal systems and processes (goal setting, mid-year
review, final evaluation, rating) and ensure that deadlines are met.
This will include assisting managers in dealing with performance issues
and disciplinary actions.
Minimum Requirements
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in personnel management, human resources
development or management, business management, psychology, or social
administration from an accredited institution.
- At least five years experience of working in a dynamic Human Resources role and/or in generalist Human Resources environment
- Experience with computerized HR/Payroll System, Microsoft Applications.
- Experience working with USAID-funded projects is an advantage
Other Requirements:
- Proficient and practical knowledge in the following areas (human
resources management, recruitment techniques, methods and procedures,
performance review methods and techniques, staff training, development
and recognition)
- Demonstration of the following skills (people management,
interpersonal skills, ability to deal with different types of people at
various levels, team building, problem solving, basic counseling,
negotiations effective verbal and listening communications, effective
written communications skills including the ability to prepare reports,
proposal, policies and procedures)
- Demonstration of the following personal attributes (be friendly,
empathetic and open-minded, with high standards of personal and
professional integrity, fairness and an unbiased approach,
confidentiality and discretion, flexibility)
- Understanding of relevant legislations, HR policies, procedures and operations at both a strategic and operational levels.
- Ability to develop, review and update HR policies and procedures.
Competencies
Applicants must have the following competencies:
- Innovation- Develops new, better or significantly different
ideas, methods, solutions or initiatives that result in improvement of
IntraHealth's performance and meeting objectives, results and global
commitments.
- Effective Communication (Oral and Written)- Understands
effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to
effectively transmit, explain complex technical concepts in simple,
clear language appropriate to the audience; and receive, and accurately
interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of
appropriate communication behaviors
- Planning and Organizing- Develops clear goals that are
consistent with agreed upon strategies; identifies priority activities
and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate
time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for
contingencies when planning; and monitors and adjusts plans and actions
as necessary.
- Interpersonal Relationships- Knowledge of and the ability to
effectively interact within and across Divisions, Departments/Country
Offices in a constructive and collaborative manner.
- Accountability-Holds self and others accountable for all work
activities, research and personal actions and decisions; follows through
on commitments and focuses on those activities that have the greatest
impact on meeting measurable high quality results for IntraHealth's
success. Exercises ethical practices, respectful words and behaviors,
and equitable treatment of others in all activities.
- Service Excellence-Knowledge of and ability to put into action
customer service concepts, processes and techniques to access internal
and/or external client needs and expectations and meet or exceed those
needs and expectations through providing excellent service directly or
indirectly
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelors or better in Business Management or related field.
- Bachelors or better in Human Resource Management or related field.
- Bachelors or better in Psychology or related field.
Experience:
- 3 years: Experience working with USAID-funded projects is an advantage
- 3 years: Experience with computerize HR/Payroll System, Microsoft Applications
Summary of Benefits
IntraHealth International, Inc. is a great place to work and prides
itself on its comprehensive benefits package. We offer competitive
salaries and a dynamic inclusive work environment which supports health
workers so they can improve the lives of people throughout the world.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application letter and CV's to:
[email protected] When applying please include CV/Resume, Cover letter and 3 references.
Application Deadline 20th March, 2016.