Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: HR Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Role Overview
- The HR Officer supports the implementation of human resource strategies and initiatives aligned with the organization’s overall objectives.
- The role involves managing core HR operations across the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with labor laws and internal policies, and fostering a productive, compliant, and employee-centered work environment.
Responsibilities
Recruitment and Onboarding:
- Support recruitment and onboarding processes including job postings, interview coordination, background checks, and induction of new hires.
Employee Records and HR Data Management:
- Maintain accurate employee records, HR databases, and personnel files in line with data protection standards.
Payroll, Leave and Attendance:
- Assist with payroll inputs, leave management, attendance tracking, and staff welfare administration.
Performance Management and Employee Lifecycle:
- Coordinate confirmation, appraisal, and exit processes, including documentation and handover tracking.
Employee Support and HR Policy:
- Provide first-line support to employees on HR policies, procedures, and general inquiries.
- Handle official correspondence, memos, and internal communications.
HR Initiatives and Engagement:
- Support implementation of HR initiatives such as engagement activities, training programs, and culture projects.
Compliance and Legal:
- Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and internal controls.
Office and Facility Management:
- Manage office administration including supplies, vendors, facility coordination, and general office upkeep.
- Liaise with external service providers such as cleaners, security, maintenance, and logistics vendors.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Assist with preparation of HR reports and documentation for audits and management review.
Creativity and Continuous Improvement:
- Suggest and implement innovative approaches to improve HR processes, office efficiency, or employee experience.
- Share HR knowledge and best practices across teams.
QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment):
- Adhere to all QHSE standards and guidelines to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
- Participate in QHSE training sessions and stay updated on best practices for maintaining a safe workplace ensuring zero-incident and accident rate.
- Actively participate in Unsafe Act/Unsafe Condition (UAUC) reporting.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in human resources.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM, HRCI) is an advantage.
- Knowledge of HR operations including recruitment, employee relations, and performance management.
- Familiarity with Nigerian labor laws and HR best practices.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR software/systems.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment.
Competencies:
- Demonstrate high levels of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in HR processes.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
- Proactive problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Capacity to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Adaptability and flexibility in handling changing HR priorities.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.