Human Resources / Admin Officer at Discovering Talents Academy

Discovering Talents Academy, a fast-growing Nursery and Primary School in Gwarinpa, Abuja, offers first class education from preschool to primary levels. Discovering Talents Academy uses the Blended Nigeria-Montessori curriculum in Early Years and a Blended Nigeria-British curriculum at the primary level.

Discovering Talents Academy does not only focus on best practices in the teaching and learning process, it also builds talents in a wide range of skills and this in a short while affirms their ego and builds their confidence. At Discovering Talents Academy we believe that every child is unique and talented, this drive leads us to establishing rich skill aquisition programmes for students.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resources / Admin Officer

Location: Gwarinpa, Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Human Resources Officer at Discovering Talents Academy is responsible for executing a wide range of HR functions that support the school's mission and foster a positive, productive, and compliant work environment for all staff.
• This role involves managing the employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and staff relations, ensuring DTA attracts, develops, and retains high-quality talent.

Key Responsibilities
Recruitment and Selection:

• Collaborate with department heads to understand staffing needs and develop accurate job descriptions.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including posting job advertisements, screening applications, coordinating interviews, conducting reference checks, and preparing offer letters.
• Ensure all recruitment practices align with DTA's values and relevant labour laws.

Onboarding and Orientation:

• Facilitate a smooth and comprehensive onboarding process for new hires, including preparing employment contracts, collecting necessary documentation, and conducting initial orientation sessions.
• Ensure new staff are familiar with DTA's policies, procedures, mission, and culture.

Employee Relations and Welfare:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for staff inquiries, concerns, and grievances, providing guidance and support in a confidential and empathetic manner.
• Assist in mediating disputes and resolving conflicts to promote a harmonious working environment.
• Administer employee welfare programs and initiatives, contributing to staff morale and well-being.
• Manage staff exit processes, including exit interviews and final settlements.

HR Policies and Compliance:

• Assist in the development, review, and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and the staff handbook, ensuring they are current, fair, and legally compliant.
• Stay updated on Nigerian labor laws and educational sector regulations to ensure DTA's HR practices adhere to all statutory requirements.
• Prepare and submit required statutory HR reports and filings.

Performance Management and Development:

• Support the implementation of DTA's performance appraisal system, assisting in goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback processes.
• Identify training and development needs across departments and coordinate relevant professional development programs for staff.
• Assist in managing disciplinary actions and grievance procedures in accordance with DTA policy and legal guidelines.

Compensation and Benefits Administration:

• Support the administration of staff compensation and benefits programs, including gathering payroll data, leave management, and assisting with benefit enrollments.
• Maintain accurate records related to compensation, benefits, and statutory remittances.

HR Record Keeping and Information Management:

• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date employee records (digital and physical).
• Manage the school's Human Resources Information System (HRIS) if applicable, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, or a related field.
• Certification: Professional certification (e.g., Associate, full member of Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria - CIPM) is a significant advantage.
• Experience: Minimum of [e.g., 2-4] years of progressive experience in Human Resources, preferably within the education sector.
• Knowledge: Solid understanding of Nigerian labor laws and HR best practices.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• High degree of empathy, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS software/databases.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Key Competencies:

• Confidentiality and Integrity
• Attention to Detail
• Communication and Active Listening
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Ethical Conduct
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Empathy and Interpersonal Sensitivity

Working Conditions:

• Primarily an office-based role within the school environment.
• May require occasional extended hours during peak periods (e.g., recruitment drives, performance review cycles).
• Interaction with all levels of staff, management, and external stakeholders.

Salary
N100,000 - N150,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr.recruitment@dtcademy.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.