People and Administrative Lead at a Reputable Non-governmental Organization (NGO)

A Reputable Non-governmental Organisation (NGO) located in Lagos is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: People and Administrative Lead

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a People & Administrative Lead who is passionate about building an inclusive, values-driven, and high-performing workplace.
• In this role, you will shape culture, lead key HR initiatives, and manage the entire employee journey — from recruitment to growth and engagement — while working closely with the executive team and reporting directly to the CEO.
• Suppose you are a visionary HR leader with a passion for people, proven experience in talent management and organisational development, and the drive to create scalable systems that empower teams to thrive.
• In that case, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Strategy:

• Structure and lead the People & Culture department into a high-functioning unit
• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and people operations processes
• Support change management, staff engagement, and cultural transformation
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian labour laws and HR best practices.

Talent Management:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and seamless exit processes
• Drive performance management processes and appraisal systems
• Collaborate on resolving performance issues and implementing PIPs.

Learning & Development:

• Identify training needs and design company-wide L&D programs
• Partner with internal/external providers to deliver impactful training.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Manage salary reviews, performance rewards, and employee incentives
• Develop competitive compensation structures and staffing budgets.

Employee Engagement & Relations:

• Design engagement surveys and culture-building initiatives
• Provide expert guidance on grievances, misconduct, and employee welfare
• Champion initiatives that support employee well-being and retention.

HR Operations & Admin:

• Manage HRIS and internal communications
• Oversee administration across multiple office locations
• Prepare periodic HR reports for executive leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• A Master’s Degree or MBA is an added advantage.
•  Relevant HR certifications, such as CIPM, are highly desirable. 
• Minimum of 6 – 8 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 4 years in a leadership role. Experience working in mission-driven, non-profit, or NGO environments is a strong plus. 
• Demonstrated success in managing the full HR lifecycle and leading people-related strategy and operations. 
• Proven ability to lead culture transformation and change management initiatives.
• Deep understanding of Nigerian Labour Laws and HR best practices. 
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities. 
• Experience with performance management systems, PIPs, and talent development. 
• Proficiency with HRIS and digital tools for communication and data analysis. 
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and team-building skills. 
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills. 
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. 
• High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity. 
• Agile, proactive, and comfortable with ambiguity in a fast-paced, evolving environment. 

Salary
N700,000 - N750,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
28th October, 2025.

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