HR and Admin Officer at the Kwara State Health Insurance Agency (KW-HIA)

Kwara State Health Insurance Agency (KW-HIA) - Kwara State Government in Its effort to build upon the successes of the Community Health Insurance Scheme and ensure that universal quality healthcare coverage is available to all the Inhabitants of Kwara State, Irrespective of their financial means and socio-economic status enacted the Kwara State Health Insurance Scheme Law 2017.

In furtherance to the launch of the Kwara Health Insurance scheme on the 12th of July 2018, the services of top-notch employees with skills, Integrity, and professionalism are needed in the agency to achieve the State's vision.

Application are therefore invited from Suitably qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: HR and Admin Officer

Location: Kwara
Department: Human Resources and Administration
Reports to: Head; Human Resources and Administration

Responsibilities

• Working closely with various departments, assisting line managers to understand and Implement policies and procedure
• Liaising with a range of people involved in policy areas such as staff performance and health and safety
• Support staff recruitment, which involves developing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing job adverts, checking application forms, shortlisting, interviewing and selecting candidates
• Develop and implement policies on issues like working conditions, performance management. disciplinary procedures and absence management
• Prepare staff handbooks
• Administering payroll and maintaining employee records
• Interpreting and advising on employment law
• Dealing with grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures
• Plan and deliver training - including inductions for new staff
• Analyze training needs In conjunction with departmental managers
• Manage office supplies stock and place orders
• Prepare regular reports on expenses and office budgets
• Organize a filing system for important and confidential company documents
• Answer queries by employees and clients
• Update office policies as needed
• Maintain a company calendar and schedule appointments
• Book meeting rooms as required
• Distribute and store correspondence (e.g. letters, emails and packages)
• Prepare reports and presentations with statistical data, as assigned
• Arrange travel and accommodations
• Schedule in-house and external events

Minimum Education & Years of Experience

• B.Sc in Human Resources Administration or related field. Post Graduate degree In relevant field and/or relevant professional certification is an added advantage
• 5 years in HR and Administrative position
• This position requires proficiency in Microsoft tools and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should describe how they meet all the above criteria in a Cover Letter to be submitted along with an updated CV to: healthinsurance@kwarastate.gov.ng

Note: The KWSG is an opportunity employer. We.encourage absolutely all persons who believe they have the technical merit as well as deep understanding of the purpose and intent behind the creation of KW-HIA, and enjoy a challenge, to apply and be considered. Women are especially encouraged.