Senior HR Associate at the Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS)

The Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization that promotes access to qualitative healthcare, Education and economic strengthening opportunities for all Nigerians. With its headquarters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State with a corporate office in Abuja, ECEWS has presence in 17 States across the South-South, South East, South West and North Central Nigeria with a strong client portfolio with the Global Fund to fight against AIDS, TB and Malaria, United States agency for international development (USAID), United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC), The United Nations office of Projects, World Bank & Federal Government of Nigeria. Since its founding in 2001, ECEWS has built a vast network of health and allied professional staff, partners and collaborators which has earned her a solid reputation among its funders and is well regarded by competitors and partners alike.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior HR Associate

Location: Akwa Ibom

Job Description

• The incumbent will perform a variety of HR activities, including employee relations, recruitment, benefits management, orientation, policies and regulations, and administration of personnel systems. 
• The incumbent, in collaboration with the project staff, is responsible for recruitment activities covering both technical and administrative staff appointments.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Master's Degree in HR / Management or related field, or Bacheor's Degree with 4 years post-degree experience in human resources management, including recruitment and personnel management.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters discreetly and gain the trust and confidence of colleagues, experience in conflict resolution helpful.
• Competence to assess priorities, manage a variety of complex activities simultaneously in a time-sensitive environment, and meet competing deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with diverse staff, clients, and consultants.
• Proven ability to successfully participate on teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Familiar with pertinent employment benefits programs
• Knowledge of local labour laws
• Strong written and oral presentation skills in English
• Good oral and written communications skills                  
• Good communication skills, Relationship-building skills, and good leadership qualities
• Good computer skills; proficiency in word-processing, and spreadsheet programs; Microsoft Office preferred

Application Closing Date
30th August, 2023.