Human Resources & Operations Associate Job at R-DATS Consulting

R-DATS Consulting (‘R-DATS’) is a research, evaluation, data collection and statistical services firm. R-DATS uses advanced and innovative research, evaluation, and statistical methods to gather high-quality data and generate strong evidence for impact and improved policy decisions. We support both local and international organizations, businesses, government ministries and agencies, and non-profits. The research, evaluation, and data processing activities at R-DATS Consulting are guided by core ethical principles and data privacy standards of our organization, the organization we work for, and the country where we are to carry out the assignments.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Human Resources & Operations Associate

Job Location: Abuja

Role Summary

• The Human Resources & Operations Associate will play a critical role in strengthening R-DATS’ internal systems, people operations, and organizational culture, while also supporting finance and business development processes.
• This role is ideal for someone who combines strong HR fundamentals with operational efficiency and business sense.

Key Responsibilities
Human Resources & People Operations:

• Support recruitment processes of staff and consultants (job postings, shortlisting, interviews, onboarding)
• Maintain staff records, contracts, and HR documentation
• Support performance management, appraisals, and staff development processes
• Coordinate learning, training, and capacity-building initiatives
• Promote a positive company culture and employee engagement initiatives and welbeing
• Ensure compliance with internal HR policies and labor regulations.

Operations & Administration:

• Support day-to-day office operations, maintenance and internal coordination
• Improve internal processes, systems, and documentation
• Support logistics for meetings, workshops, and field activities
• Maintain vendor roster; negotiate rates
• Coordinate travels (visas, tickets, accommodations)
• Oversee network, coordinate vendors and resolve routine IT issues.

Finance Support:

• Assist with payroll coordination and staff-related payments
• Support invoice tracking, expense documentation, and basic financial records
• Liaise with finance team or vendors as needed.

Business Development Support:

• Maintain a database of consultants and staff CVs
• Support administrative aspects of bids and partnerships.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or related field. Master’s Degree is a plus
• Minimum of 3 – 4 years of relevant experience in HR, operations, or administration
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of professionalism, discretion, attention to detail and integrity
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace.

Desirable Skills & Attribute:

• Strong business sense and understanding of how HR and operations support organizational growth
• Experience working in consulting, research, or development organizations
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Interest in people development, organizational culture, and systems improvement
• Familiarity with donor-funded or project-based environments is an advantage
• Familiarity with Nigerian labor practices
• HR certifications are an added advantage.

Why Join R-DATS?

• Be part of a growing African research and evaluation firm
• Work closely with senior leadership and project teams
• Opportunity to shape HR systems and organizational culture from the ground up
• Dynamic, learning-oriented, and impact-driven environment.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV and a short cover letter to: hr@rdatsconsulting.org using the Job Position as the subject of the email.