Senior Human Resources Manager at Mercy Corps

Job Title: Senior Human Resources Manager

Requisition number: SENIO004358
Location: Abuja (FCT), Nigeria (with 50% travel to field/ project locations)
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Status: Full-time, Regular.
Supervisory Responsibility: HR Team

 About Mercy Corps:

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization that works in 40 countries around the world to alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive and just communities. Since 2012, Mercy Corps has worked to tackle Nigeria’s complex and evolving needs through a range of dynamic, multi-sector programs. In Nigeria, Mercy Corps is addressing the immediate humanitarian needs of vulnerable communities; enabling conflict-affected populations to transform from relief to resilience using market-driven approaches; and supporting community-led peace building efforts.

Qualification for the Vacancy:

• Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Requires National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) or an NYSC exemption certificate.
• Requires at least seven years of experience with seven years of strong, demonstrated management experience in the INGO sector in strategic HR.
• In-depth knowledge of Nigeria employment practices and legal regulations pertaining to payroll and employment.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail and the ability to deal with confidential information in a discrete manner.
• Strong presentation and communication skills and advanced knowledge of written and spoken English is essential.
• Proficiency in computer applications including MS Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of donor regulations including USAID, EC, DFID.
• Internationally recognized qualification in project or program management or commitment to obtain the qualification in the early months of work.
• Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team in a sensitive environment.
• Knowledge of Sphere standards and other training in humanitarian response is preferred.

 How to Apply for the Vacancy:

Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online

Note

• Applicants should have their CVs and Cover Letters in one document addressing the position requirements.
• Female candidates who are qualified are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline:

21st November, 2023.