Job Description
Job Summary
- We are seeking an experienced and proactive Human Resource Officer to oversee and coordinate all HR functions within our agricultural farming operations.
- The ideal candidate must possess strong knowledge of human resource management practices, labor laws, workforce administration, employee relations, and farm workforce management.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient HR operations while supporting the organization's productivity and growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment and Staffing:
- Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes for farm workers, supervisors, technical staff, and administrative employees.
- Conduct interviews, employee onboarding, orientation, and induction programs.
- Develop manpower plans based on farm operational requirements.
- Maintain a talent pipeline for seasonal and permanent workforce needs.
Employee Relations and Welfare:
- Serve as the primary contact for employee grievances and conflict resolution.
- Foster positive employee relations and workplace harmony.
- Coordinate employee welfare programs, accommodation issues, transportation, and other welfare initiatives where applicable.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and labor regulations.
Performance Management:
- Monitor employee performance and attendance.
- Coordinate performance appraisal exercises and probation reviews.
- Provide support to department heads on employee performance improvement plans.
- Recommend disciplinary actions where necessary.
Payroll and Compensation Administration:
- Prepare and maintain accurate employee records for payroll processing.
- Monitor attendance, overtime, leave records, and shift schedules.
- Support salary administration and benefits management.
- Ensure payroll data accuracy and compliance.
Training and Development:
- Identify training needs across farm operations.
- Organize employee training programs on safety, compliance, productivity, and workplace conduct.
- Monitor training effectiveness and employee development initiatives.
Compliance and Industrial Relations:
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian Labour Laws and company policies.
- Maintain proper HR documentation and statutory records.
- Handle disciplinary matters, investigations, warnings, and employee exits.
- Ensure workplace health, safety, and environmental compliance from an HR perspective.
HR Administration:
- Maintain employee files and HR databases.
- Generate periodic HR reports and workforce analytics.
- Manage leave administration and employee documentation.
- Conduct exit interviews and employee clearance processes.
Job Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree or HND in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3–7 years proven experience in Human Resource Management.
- Must have practical HR experience within an Agricultural Farm, Agro-Allied Company, Plantation, Livestock Farm, Fish Farm, Poultry Farm, or related agricultural environment.
- Experience managing both permanent and casual workforce is highly desirable.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Comprehensive understanding of all Human Resource functions and operations.
- Strong knowledge of recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll administration, performance management, and disciplinary procedures.
- Good understanding of Nigerian Labour Laws and employment regulations.
- Experience handling large farm workforce operations.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong organizational and record-keeping abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Competencies:
- Leadership and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Attention to detail.
- Time management and multitasking ability.
- Decision-making and sound judgment.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced agricultural environment.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be willing to relocate if necessary.
- Must be comfortable working in a farm environment.
- Ability to manage both field workers and administrative staff effectively.
- Professional HR certifications such as CIPM, SHRM, HRCI, or related certifications will be an added advantage.
Expected Deliverables:
- Effective workforce planning and manpower management.
- Improved employee productivity and engagement.
- Compliance with labor laws and company policies.
- Timely recruitment and onboarding of employees.
- Accurate payroll and personnel administration.
- Reduced employee relations issues and improved workplace discipline.