Human Resources AssistantNuru

• The HR Assistant will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Human Resources department.
• This role assists in various HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, record-keeping, and employee relations.
• The HR Assistant is responsible for maintaining accurate employee information, facilitating communication between HR and employees, and ensuring compliance with organisation policies and procedures in line with government laws.
• S/he will manage the full complement of the HR services for all Nuru Nigeria Programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring staff compliance with human resources polices, based on Operations Handbook and HR Handbook.
• Assist with general employee processes such as hiring, recruiting, conducting background checks and assist in communicating with interview candidates and scheduling for tests and interviews.
• Assist in the drafting of Employee contracts, Letters, Memos and development of HR related templates.
• Ensure proper tracking of leave by ensuring that leave trackers are updated on a regular basis.
• Monitor staff attendance and ensure that all staff time sheets are submitted and filed on time.
• Responsible for ensuring personnel files are accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Assist in effective performance management and administer the collation of performance management documentation.
• Support in championing employee relations and welfare Management schemes within the organization.
• Support the Human Resources & Admin Manager in staff development activities including promoting a learning catalogue, identifying training needs and researching training opportunities
• Contribute towards ensuring new employees receive an appropriate orientation and induction.
• Ensure clearance and debriefing is carried out for exiting staffs.
• Continually learning the latest and best HR practices to improve workplace efficiency.  
• Perform any other duties as directed by the Human Resources and Administrative Manager.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• At least 2 years' experience in a similar role- NGO/INGO Experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Gdrive and HRIS.
•  Sound knowledge of office practices, procedures and administrative systems.
• Knowledge of the local language (Hausa) – will be an added advantage.
• Willingness and capability to comply with all relevant Nuru Nigeria policies and procedures.

Competencies and Skills:

• Familiar with general Human Resources Management tasks.
• Understanding of HR laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong organizational and meticulous skills to ensure accuracy on processes and manage tasks efficiently.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic environment and handle changing priorities.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills