Human Resources Consultant at a Reputable Christian Organisation - Pentagonia Workforce Solutions

Pentagonia Workforce Solutions - Our client, a reputable Christian organisation headquartered in Ibadan, Nigeria, committed to spiritual growth, leadership development, and community impact, is seeking to strengthen its institutional framework through a comprehensive HR restructuring initiative.

The organisation currently does not operate a formal Human Resources Department and requires a seasoned HR Consultant to design and implement a structured, compliant, and sustainable HR function from the ground up.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resources Consultant

Location: Ibadan, Oyo (Open to flexibility after the first one-month)
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 6 Months
Proposed Start Date: Immediate / As agreed

Job Summary

• The Human Resources Consultant will be engaged for a six-month contract to conduct a full HR audit, develop and institutionalise HR policies and procedures, design an appropriate organisational structure, and establish a fully functional HR Department aligned with best practices and Christian organisational values.
• The role requires a hands-on professional with demonstrable experience in church or ministry HR, organisational restructuring, and policy development within a faith-based context.

Key Responsibilities
Organisational & HR Diagnostic Review:

• Conduct a comprehensive audit of current workforce structure, employment arrangements, volunteer systems, and administrative processes.
• Review documentation, contracts, role clarity, reporting lines, and governance practices.
• Identify compliance gaps, operational inefficiencies, and risk exposures.
• Produce a detailed HR Diagnostic Report with practical recommendations.

Organisational Structuring & Role Design:

• Design or refine a clear organisational structure with defined reporting lines.
• Develop and standardise job descriptions across pastoral, administrative, operational, and support roles.
• Propose role grading and workforce planning frameworks.
• Provide advisory support to leadership on restructuring implementation.

HR Department Establishment:

• Design the structure and operating model of the HR Department.
• Develop HR workflows, documentation standards, and record management systems.
• Recommend required HR staffing needs (where applicable).
• Establish employee records systems (manual and/or digital).

Policy Development & Governance Framework:
Develop and implement a comprehensive HR Policy Manual including, but not limited to:

• Recruitment and Selection Policy
• Onboarding and Induction Framework
• Code of Conduct and Ethics
• Performance Management Framework
• Compensation and Benefits Guidelines
• Leave and Time-Off Policy
• Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures
• Volunteer Management Policy
• Safeguarding and Confidentiality Policies
• Exit Management Procedures

Ensure policies align with:

• Nigerian Labour Law and statutory regulations
• Governance standards applicable to faith-based organisations
• The organisation’s Christian doctrine and values

Performance & Talent Management Systems:

• Design a structured performance appraisal system.
• Develop KPIs and evaluation templates.
• Create a Staff Handbook.
• Provide guidance on leadership development and succession planning.

Change Management & Implementation Support:

• Facilitate stakeholder engagement sessions.
• Conduct training workshops on newly developed HR systems and policies.
• Provide advisory support to leadership throughout implementation.
• Drive organisational buy-in and smooth transition processes.

Documentation & Final Handover:

• Deliver a complete HR Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Provide HR templates and operational toolkits.
• Develop a 12–24 month HR strategic roadmap.
• Conduct final presentation and handover session to leadership

Requirements
Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional HR certification (CIPM or equivalent) is required.
• Master’s degree is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 7–8 years progressive HR experience.
• Proven experience working within a church, ministry, or Christian faith-based organisation (mandatory).
• Demonstrated experience in HR restructuring, policy development, or HR department set-up.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian Labour Law and regulatory compliance.

Core Competencies:

• Organisational development and restructuring expertise
• Strong policy drafting and documentation skills
• Strategic thinking with operational execution capability
• Stakeholder management and facilitation skills
• Change management proficiency
• High integrity and confidentiality

Personal Attributes:

• High level of discretion and professionalism
• Emotionally intelligent and diplomatic
• Detail-oriented and structured
• Results-driven with strong accountability.

Salary
N500,000 - N800,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Updated CV, Cover Letter highlighting relevant church / ministry HR experience to: pentagoniaworkforce@gmail.com using "HR Consultant – Christian Organisation" as the subject of the mail.