Human Resource Officer @Community Engagement & Social Development Initiative (CESDI)

Overview

Community Engagement & Social Development Initiative (CESDI) is a reputable non-governmental organization seeking applications for multiple positions aimed at improving the livelihoods of underprivileged communities in Northeast Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes
• Maintain accurate HR records and staff documentation
• Manage attendance, leave, payroll inputs, and performance systems
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian labor laws and HR policies
• Administer staff benefits, pensions, and statutory obligations
• Support staff training, development, and capacity-building initiatives
• Provide guidance on HR policies, grievances, and disciplinary processes
• Promote safeguarding practices, including SEAH prevention
• Prepare HR reports and manage staff databases
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and productive work environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years’ HR experience (NGO experience preferred)
• Knowledge of Nigerian labor laws and HR best practices
• Professional certification (CIPM, SHRM, etc.) is an added advantage
• Experience with INGO systems (e.g., ACF, CARE) is desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems
• Fluency in English (Hausa is an added advantage)

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to impactful humanitarian and development work
• Work with leading international partners and donors
• Professional growth in a dynamic NGO environment
• Exposure to large-scale recovery and resilience programmes
• Inclusive workplace that values diversity and staff wellbeing

Location

Nigeria

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send a cover letter, detailed CV, and copies of relevant certificates to humanresourcesunit@cesdinitiative.org with the subject line "Position Title – RESILAC2" (e.g., Human Resource Officer – RESILAC2).

Deadline

Rolling basis (early application strongly encouraged)