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Head, Human Resources and Administration Services at a Modern agricultural commodity market


Our organization is incorporated as a modern agricultural commodity market, established under a set of clearly defined rules and regulations, where a wide range of agricultural products, especially the commodities and livestock, will be traded. The market is intended to provide an integrated marketing platform that will allow the conduct of buying and selling of agricultural commodities both in a physical form and through an exchange and even from remote locations through the Internet. The market will bring in improvement in agricultural commodity trading using technology away from the informal market set up.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Position: Head, Human Resources and Administration Services
Job Location:
Kano
Report to: Chief Finance Officer (CFO)
Employment Category: Fixed Term

Job Summary

  • The Head, Human Resources and Administration Services is responsible for the maintenance and enhancement of the organization’s human resources by planning, implementing, and evaluating employee relations and human resources policies, programs, and practices.
  • He/she is also expected to manage the organization’s administrative processes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Develops operational plans for managing the organizations human capital and HR delivery.
  • Develops, implements and manages the organization’s HR systems, including career management, performance management, competency development, manpower& succession planning, etc.
  • Formulates and implements HR policies, procedures andcontrols.
  • Identifies the organization’s manpower needs and manages the recruitment and selection process.
  • Defines and maintains a competitive and merit-based compensation system to support the organization’s vision and strategy.
  • Manages employee training and development.
  • Manages employee relations and relationship with employee groups.
  • Owns and manages the organization’s administrative processes.
  • Formulates and implements procurement and facilities management policies, procedures and controls.
  • Manages the procurement process and ensures that the organization’s physical assets are adequately maintained and secured.
  • Interacts with and manages third party service providers.
  • Any other duty of related responsibilities.

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Minimum of first degree or its equivalent in numerate or semi- numerate disciplines such as Business Administration, Marketing, Accounting, Economics, Banking, Finance, Insurance, Law and Business Studies. A master’s degree is a plus.
  • Minimum of 6 years work experience in a Human Resource and Admin capacity.
  • Membership of relevant HR and facilities management associations (1PM, IFMA) will be an added advantage.

Competence Requirements
Essential Skills:

  • Practical knowledge of HR strategies and service delivery models.
  • Detailed knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Knowledge of payroll processes and procedures.
  • Organizational design and development capabilities.
  • Knowledge of compensation and benefits processes and strategies.
  • Facilities management skills.
  • Skills in developing and maintaining budgets.
  • Vendor management and negotiation skills.
  • Relationship management skills.
  • Knowledge of Nigerian labour laws.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Basic Skills:

  • Interpersonal relationship management ability
  • Good written and oral communication
  • Results Oriented
  • Responsive
  • Integrity

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should write a one-page Application Letter (using job title as the subject), addressed to the "Recruiter, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria", clearly providing evidence of competences required for the job and current remuneration.

Applicants should send the application, together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae clearly indicating the current telephone numbers, e-mail addresses and contact details to: recruiter_nomaco@aol.com

Note

  • Please include the names and contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements.
  • All applications will be treated in confidence. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be