HR Advisor at AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN)

AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is a leading Nigerian organization in the provision of HIV and AIDS prevention, treatment and care services. APIN's operating experience in Nigeria dates back to 2000, when the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) initiated HIV/AIDS research and prevention initiatives in Nigeria, under funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. APIN has demonstrated robust programs in evidence-based HIV/AIDS prevention with more than 30 collaborating governmental and non-governmental partners. APIN supports three broad health-related areas: service delivery (programs); training; monitoring, evaluation, and research. Copied from: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

APIN is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: HR Advisor

Location: Abuja

Responsibilities
The job holder will have responsibility for providing a wide range of support in the human resource and organizational development functions.

• Support and monitor the implementation of organizational effectiveness initiatives and render report on progress being made.
• Actively support change management programmes and activities.
• Work closely with the Human Resource & Benefits Manager to monitor and benchmark HR systems and practices in peer organizations and report new practices for possible adoption.
• Monitor adherence to personnel policies and code of conduct and render periodic reports on the level of compliance.
• Support the development and alignment of performance management programme with key organizational goals.
• Provide necessary assistance and make contributions to the planning and implementation of HR improvement and other related projects, including the employee performance management system.

Qualifications and Experience
A first degree in the Social Sciences, the Humanities or any other relevant field and membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM); at least four (4) years cognate experience, preferably in the development sector. Copied from: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

Technical and Behavioural Competencies
The ideal job holder is expected tpossess the following competencies:

• Ability to use own initiative
• Report writing skill
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of HR best practices
• Basic knowledge of the Nigerian Labour Law
• Good Oral and written communication skills
• Computer literacy/skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet browsing, emailing, etc.)

Application Deadline
14th February, 2012

Mode of Application
Qualified and interested applicants should:
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APIN offers very competitive terms of employment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women who are qualified for the position are therefore encouraged to apply.