Human Resources Director at New Incentives

New Incentives is a pioneer in a growing movement of giving small incentives to caregivers whose infants get immunized while increasing awareness of the health benefits of childhood vaccinations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resources Director

Locations: Kano (Remote)
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Operations

Position Overview

• We are seeking a growth-oriented and experienced individual that will be responsible for directing and coordinating all Human Resource functions and will provide leadership, direction, plans, and decision-making for the HR department in accordance with the strategic goals of NI-ABAE. The HR Director will report to the COO.
• Key areas of responsibilities include, but are not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; training and development; recruitment; onboarding and outgoing procedures; employee relations and turnover; as well as policy development and compliance.

Responsibilities
Recruitment and Hiring:

• Manage the hiring process to ensure consistency across departments and appropriate communication among all staff members
• Review and approve hiring, performance improvement, and training decisions from the HR team
• Recruit high quality candidates, negotiate compensation, and onboard new staff members for New Incentives, while supporting efforts for ABAE

Strategic and Organizational Planning:

• Plan and implement human resource-related initiatives that support organizational strategic goals
• Plan, lead, develop, coordinate, and implement policies, processes, trainings, initiatives, and surveys to support the organization’s human resource compliance and strategy needs
• Conduct research and analysis of organizational trends, including review of reports and metrics from the organization’s human resource information system (HRIS) or talent management system

Employee Engagement and Development:

• Facilitates professional development, training, and certification activities for staff members and the leadership team
• Research and revise salary scales to standardize salary ranges across the organization
• Assist in initiatives oriented around team building and promoting the organization's culture and values
• Conduct field visits to gain exposure to the program and develop a comprehensive understanding of the program and organizational culture

Administrative and Compliance:

• Review HR policies related to both New Incentives (NI) and All Babies Are Equal Initiative (ABAE) and provide recommendations
• Oversee and improve the Annual Appraisal processes
• Understand, interpret, and share relevant laws related to personnel management and ensure all HR processes and actions comply with these laws
• Ensuring that staff members adhere to the guidelines in the Employee Handbook and the Disciplinary Actions Policy
• Anticipate and mitigate litigation risks and increase effectiveness of budget allocations for performance improvement and staff motivation
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Masters Degree is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of comprehensive and progressive HR experience with a proven Human Resources Generalist career track.
• New Incentives is looking to fill this role with someone who is experienced, resourceful, and is comfortable working in a remote environment with candid feedback.
• Minimum of three years of management/supervisory experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize, direct and delegate HR operations.
• Demonstrated ability in developing and modifying existing HR policies and procedures and effectively communicating them to staff.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and comfortable taking on responsibility
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable in an environment that embraces evaluation and quality improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive matters.
• Ability to take initiative and creatively problem solve.
• Comfortable working with a diverse group of individuals in different locations and time zones to meet project objectives within established timelines
• Comfortable working with or learning computer applications, experience with Google Workspace.
• Experience with ADP and/or Zoho is preferred.

What you can Expect from this Role

• An opportunity to work with an innovative team that was recently recognized as one of the most cost-effective charities in the world
• A job that will directly lead to many lives being saved by preventing the spread of dangerous diseases through uptake of childhood vaccinations
• Working under the direct supervision of the Chief Operating Officer
• An opportunity to work with a highly accountable and passionate team
• A healthy work-life balance
• The flexibility of working remotely for most of the year
• A position with significant growth opportunities

Application Closing Date
14th February, 2023.