• Application Deadline:
• Position: Human Resources Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 10 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Human Resources / HR 
  
  

Job Purpose

The Human Resource Manager will oversee and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the HR department. He/she will manage and administer the human resources strategy, policies and procedures of the school. 

Qualifications

Core Responsibilities 

• Coordinate and drive the implementation of recruitment strategies and plans to identify, select, hire and retain the best talent to meet the school’s manpower needs


• Liaise with the various functional heads to plan and forecast the school’s workforce requirements


• Periodically track, monitor and recommend updates to the school’s organisation structure, manning levels and job descriptions


• Coordinate all matters relating to employee appointments and promotion


• Identify employee learning and development requirements and establish programs to bridge identified gaps


• Coordinate and drive the implementation of the school’s performance management and appraisal system to ensure it is objective, equitable, transparent and merit-driven


• Assist the school's management in defining, developing and implementing appropriate strategies for managing employee reward and recognition systems


• Oversee the administration of employee welfare and compensation package (pension, medical, insurance and other benefits)


• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing


• Promote a conducive working climate by maintaining effective relationships with employees to understand and manage their needs and concerns, consistent with the school’s goals


• Oversee and coordinate accurate maintenance and updates of staff records and database


• Manage and resolve staff disciplinary issues, grievances and appeals


• Ensure compliance with all government and HR policies


• Keep abreast of all recent employment policies and advise the management accordingly


• Prepare and submit periodic activity/management reports to the Principal on HR activities


• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Principal

Education and Work Experience

• First degree or its equivalent in any discipline, preferably in any of the humanities


• Postgraduate/professional qualification (e.g. Master's in Human Resource Management, Chartered Institute of Personnel Development Certification or Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM).


• Minimum of Ten (10) years relevant experience, of which at least three (3) must have been in a managerial capacity.


• Proficiency in the use of Sage HR software.

Competencies and Skills

• Good understanding of the operations of an educational institution.


• Ability to think strategically and holistically and to appreciate the systematic impact of various policies, practices, issues and solutions on various stakeholders within the School


• Maturity and tact, including the ability to relate with various categories of people


• Strong mentoring and supervisory skills


• Good negotiation and influencing skills


• Good communication and interviewing skills