Human Resource & Administration Officer Nigeria Mubi

Join NRC as an HR/Administration Officer in Mubi, Adamawa State.

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Overview

Join NRC as an HR/Administration Officer in Mubi, Adamawa State.

You have:

  • Experience from working as a Support Function Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Good university degree from a reputable university
  • Fluency in English both written and verbal
  • High level competence in computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications)
  • Knowledge of the Nigerian context

Contract

This is a Professional contract (NRC) contract. More about Professional contract (NRC) contracts.

These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the rights of displaced people and returnees. In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, NRC has sub-office structures in Dikwa, Monguno, Biu, Mubi, Pulka, and Gwoza. We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee.

If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic, passionate Human Resource/Administration Officer Nigeria Mubi to join our team in Area South, Adamawa State

Qualifications

Competencies

Generic professional competencies:

  • Experience from working as a Support Function Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Good university degree from a reputable university
  • Professional degree would be an added advantage
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in English both written and verbal
  • High level competence in computer skills (Microsoft office Applications)

Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience:

  • Good communication skills
  • Good negotiation skills
  • knowledge of the Nigerian context
  • Experience with start-up activities

Behavioral competencies

  • Handling insecure environment
  • Planning and delivering results
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect
  • Managing performance and development
  • Managing resources to optimize results

Responsibilities

Role and responsibilities

Generic responsibilities

  • These responsibilities shall be the same for all positions with the same title. The responsibilities shall be short and essential. Details belong in the Work and Development plan.
  • Implement delegated support function portfolio according to plan of action
  • Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
  • Ensure proper filing of documents
  • Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function
  • Ensure adherence with NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines

Specific responsibilities

The HR/Admin Officer is expected to achieve the following during this contract period.

  • Supervision of the Cook/cleaners
  • Recruiting staff - this includes developing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing job adverts, checking application forms, shortlisting, interviewing and selecting candidates.
  • Provide information to staff, supervisors and staff on human resource and work related issues.
  • Promoting equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organization
  • Implementing policies on issues like working conditions, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary procedures and absence management.
  • Implementing with line managers HR planning strategies which consider immediate and long-term staff requirements
  • Provide support to supervisors and staff to develop the skills and capabilities of staffs.
  • Coordinate with relevant partners, suppliers, authorities, lawyers, Pension Office, etc
  • Prepare periodic HR reports.
  • Monthly stock reporting and stock count of Items in the HR/Admin store
  • Preparation of ID cards and documentation of new staff
  • Leave administration.
  • Induction and Onboarding of newly recruited NRC staff and keeping Appropriate records

Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you had to handle a conflict in your team. What did you do? The interviewer wants to assess your conflict resolution skills and ability to maintain harmony in a team. Focus on the situation, the actions you took to resolve the conflict, and the positive outcome.
Can you give an example of how you promoted diversity in the workplace? This question evaluates your commitment to promoting an inclusive environment. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for effective recruitment? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to implement a new HR policy. What challenges did you face? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure compliance with HR regulations? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: nrc.no