Development Exchange Centre (DEC) is a non-government, not-for profit organization with a mandate to support women to improve their living conditions. This is pursued through the provision of social and microfinance services for socio-economic empowerment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resource Manager

Location: Bauchi

Job Description

• DEC seeks to employ a qualified and experienced person for the position of Human Resource (HR) Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day HR operations and implementation of DEC stipulated policies and procedures within the organization.
• The job holder will also provide Organisational Development support to DEC/partners with the facilitation of recruitment, remuneration and staff development issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present briefs on staff matters to the ED/Management for management decision-making.
• Produce and share periodic/quarterly reports on human resource matters with Executive Director, the Management Team, the Board, and partners.
• Support and advice on policy reviews as required.
• Conduct the induction of newly recruited staff, process staff ID card, issue, policy documents, pre-employment medical clearance and support newly recruited staff in processing entitlements e.g., relocation allowance.
• Process all other insurance policies, including renewals (e.g., Life Insurance for DEC staff)
• Ensure that employee performance evaluations are completed as scheduled, and the mechanism/process to reward and motivate performance excellence is followed
• Ensure DEC Nigeria personnel policies are in consonance with Nigerian labour law as applicable; this includes payment of appropriate taxes, benefits etc.
• Ensure that the payment of approved salaries and benefits adheres to DEC salary scales and protocols
• Propose and recommend a staff development plan for professional, technical and support staff.
• Provide support in documenting the Annual Staff Development plans and follow up with staff for post training reports
• Provide support to the recruitment processes e.g., invitations, logistic support to candidates, organizing venues for written and oral interviews, etc.
• Facilitate the provision of working tools for newly recruited staff e.g., workspace, computer, manuals, etc.
• Conduct periodic field visits and staff surveys.
• Organized periodic refresher training on policy and procedures.
• Coordinate staff exit, and retirements.
• Ensure an effective and efficient HR system
• Ensure that all staff have an up todate relevant job descriptions.
• Process monthly payroll in conjunction with finance staff and ensure payroll is delivered in a timely manner.
• Ensure adequate participation of HR Department in interviews for new staff.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the management.

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc. / HND in Human Resources, Public Administration, Social Sciences related field (essential).
• A veteran HR expert with a minimum of 7 years of work experience as a Human Resource Manager (essential).
• At least 5 – 7 years prior experience working for a non-profit organization (NGO or INGO) is a plus
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office, HR software and other related software is a plus.
• Proficient in talent management.

Application Closing Date
27th May, 2022.