People Operations Manager – Remote (Sub-Saharan Africa)

Lafiya is currently recruiting a People Operations Manager to join its growing team. The role is full-time and permanent, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer. It is a remote position based in Sub-Saharan Africa, with compensation set at ₦24,000,000 gross per annum for Nigeria-based candidates, alongside additional benefits. Compensation for candidates outside Nigeria will be adjusted according to cost of living.

About Lafiya

Lafiya is a fast-growing non-profit organisation dedicated to improving access to contraception for women in underserved communities. Through its network of trained female health professionals known as “Lafiya Sisters,” the organisation delivers reproductive health services and information directly to communities with limited access. Lafiya currently operates across four states in Northern Nigeria, supporting over 650,000 women through its community-based model. The organisation is also expanding its supply chain systems and building partnerships to strengthen sustainable access to contraception across Nigeria and beyond.

Role Overview

The People Operations Manager will be responsible for both recruitment and human resources functions within Lafiya’s Operations team. This is a foundational role, as the organisation transitions from a startup to a scale-up and expands into additional countries.

The role combines active talent acquisition with core HR management systems, making it central to organisational growth, team development, and employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment (70%)
The role involves leading full-cycle recruitment processes across both international and Nigeria-based roles. Responsibilities include:
• Managing candidate pipelines and recruitment processes
• Improving hiring systems, SOPs, and interview structures
• Developing workforce planning and hiring forecasts
• Coordinating communication between candidates and hiring managers
• Ensuring structured, transparent, and efficient hiring processes

Human Resources (30%)
The role also covers core HR operations, including:
• Onboarding and offboarding processes
• HR information system (HRIS) management
• Leave, absence, and benefits administration
• Performance review cycle coordination
• Compensation benchmarking and policy development

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should have:
• 5–9 years of experience in HR, recruitment, or people operations
• A Bachelor’s degree
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment and HR processes
• Background in NGOs, international development, or mission-driven organisations
• Strong organisational, communication, and systems-building skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced environment

The role requires a proactive, evidence-driven professional who can design and improve systems, manage multiple hiring processes, and support organisational growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Lafiya offers:
• 30 days of paid annual leave
• 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Flexible remote work arrangements
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership
• Visa sponsorship where required

Application Process

The recruitment process includes:
• Stage 1: Application form and 30-minute assessment
• Stage 2: 2–3 hour test task
• Stage 3: Final interview

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the official recruitment portal:

Application Link

Applicants are encouraged to complete all stages carefully, as selection is based on structured assessment and interview performance.