HR & Administration Manager, Nigeria (Abuja)

About the role

NRC Nigeria is looking for a results-driven HR & Administration Manager to lead and strengthen HR and administrative functions across its country programme in Abuja. The role covers HR strategy, recruitment, staff development, payroll, personnel cases and office administration. It is open to Nigerian nationals only.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of NRC's Global Standards and People Management Systems, talent management, learning and development, duty of care and PSEA at country and area office level
• Support the Area Manager, Area Support Manager, HR Team Leads and HR Officers in running an effective HR function in the area offices
• Facilitate staff consultations, town halls and feedback sessions, and monitor employee wellbeing
• Work with the Chief Management Group on role mapping, position rationalisation and communication of organisational changes
• Ensure robust onboarding plans are in place across country offices
• Strengthen recruitment processes and handle personnel cases according to guidelines and policies
• Act as focal point for the Nigeria staff representatives
• Coordinate office and accommodation management, stationery and utilities with the logistics team
• Maintain accurate HR and administration documentation and oversee staff and visitor travel arrangements, including work permits, immigration and visas
• Liaise with the logistics team on service contractors and framework agreements (cleaners, receptionist, maintenance, local travel agency, hotels, telecom services)

Required profile

• Postgraduate qualification in human resource management, business administration, public administration, organisational development or management studies
• At least 5 years' experience as a senior HR manager in a humanitarian or recovery context
• Experience in complex and volatile contexts, and in building an HR structure, recruitment and staff development
• Fluency in English; knowledge of the Central and West Africa region and Nigeria context
• Only Nigerian nationals are eligible

What we offer

• Duty station: Abuja, Nigeria
• Fixed-term contract of 12 months, with possibility of extension
• Travel allowance of up to 40%
• Grade 9 on NRC's Resident/National salary scale