Job Description
About Our Client
Our client is a dynamic non-profit organization committed to advancing gender equity and eliminating sexual and gender-based violence in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. Through research, advocacy, policy reform, and survivor-centred interventions, they lead groundbreaking initiatives to drive action towards having a gender equitable society devoid of all forms of sexual and gender-based violence.
About the Role
The HRTC Lead will oversee the design and implementation of strategies that support the organization's mission through its people. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with a passion for people and a deep understanding of HR practices in the nonprofit or development sector.
Job description
• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives that align with the organization’s mission and strategic objectives.
• Provide strategic leadership on all people-related matters and advise senior management on workforce planning, organizational development, and HR best practices.
• Establish and maintain HR policies and procedures that promote equity, inclusion, and compliance.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment and selection processes to attract and retain high-quality, mission-aligned talent.
• Foster a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture through strategic communication and employee engagement initiatives.
• Organize team-building activities and community-building events to enhance morale and a sense of belonging.
• Create and implement tools and programs that reinforce the organization’s values and improve the overall employee experience.
• Implement and oversee a performance management system that aligns individual and team goals with organizational priorities.
• Provide coaching and support to managers on performance feedback, goal setting, and addressing performance concerns.
• Ensure HR operations comply with national labor laws, internal policies, and workplace regulations.
• Conduct regular compensation benchmarking and leverage HR data, surveys, and analytics to inform evidence-based decision-making.
• Perform other related tasks.
Requirements
• A PhD or Masters degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• At least 6-8 years of experience in core HR functions, talent management, or organisational development preferably within NGOs or hybrid work environments.
• Strong understanding of HR policies, Nigerian labour laws, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage timelines, prioritise tasks, and support multiple teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging staff at all levels with professionalism and empathy.
• A proactive approach, high emotional intelligence, and a genuine passion for people, organisational culture, and staff wellbeing.
In line with our client’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Policy, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially women.
Benefits
• Health Insurance (HMO Plan)
• Opportunities for Professional Development
• A dynamic and impactful work environment focused on empowering women
Why you should join our client
They are leading the fight against sexual and gender-based violence through innovation, advocacy, and survivor-centered programs. By joining this team, you’ll contribute to impactful work that shapes policy, drives systemic change, and empowers communities, especially within Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.
They offer a supportive, inclusive environment where your voice matters, your growth is valued, and your work makes a real difference. If you're passionate about gender justice and ready to be part of meaningful change, we’d love to have you on board.