• Application Deadline:
• Position: Senior Human Resources Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 years



• Location Kano




• Job Field Human Resources / HR 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Senior Human Resource Officer is responsible for managing HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, and compliance, specifically within the rice milling industry. 


• The role ensures the effective implementation of HR policies and strategies to enhance workforce productivity and organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Workforce Planning:

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring qualified talent acquisition.


• Develop workforce planning strategies tailored to rice milling operations.


• Collaborate with department heads to identify staffing needs.

Employee Relations & Engagement:

• Foster a positive work environment and address employee concerns.


• Handle conflict resolution, grievances, and disciplinary actions in compliance with labor laws.


• Promote employee engagement and retention strategies.

Performance Management & Training:

• Implement performance appraisal systems and ensure regular evaluations.


• Identify training needs and develop industry-specific training programs.


• Organize workshops and learning initiatives to enhance employee skills.

HR Policy Development & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with labor laws and industry-specific regulations.


• Develop and enforce HR policies aligned with company objectives.


• Keep up-to-date with legal changes affecting rice milling workforce management.

Payroll & Benefits Administration:

• Oversee payroll processing and ensure accuracy in salary administration.


• Manage employee benefits, including health insurance and leave policies.


• Handle HR budgeting and cost control initiatives.

Health, Safety, and Workplace Conditions:

• Collaborate with HSE officers to ensure a safe working environment.


• Promote safety awareness and compliance in rice mill operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.


• Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM, HRCI) is an advantage.


• Minimum of 3 years of HR experience, preferably in a rice milling or agribusiness environment.


• Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices.


• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.


• Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills.


• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced industrial environment.


• High level of confidentiality and ethical conduct.


• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Work Environment:

• Office and factory/site-based work within a rice mill setting.


• Interaction with production teams and senior management.