Pullus is leveraging on data-driven technology to connect poultry farmers to affordable finance, better markets, advisory services, global best practices and quality inputs
Job Summary
- The Human Resources Manager will provide hands-on leadership for the full HR function in a fast-growing Agric-Tech startup. The role requires a pragmatic HR generalist who can build structures from the ground up while remaining agile and execution focused.
- The incumbent will support rapid scaling, talent acquisition, performance management, compliance, and culture-building across corporate, technology, and field operations.
Responsibilities
HR Strategy & Organization Design:
- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organization’s growth stage and business objectives.
- Work closely with the CEO and COO to support organizational design, workforce planning, and scalability.
- Establish fit-for-purpose HR policies, frameworks, and processes suitable for a lean startup environment.
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding:
- Manage end-to-end recruitment across technical, field, operations, and corporate roles.
- Design cost-effective recruitment strategies suitable for a startup budget.
- Ensure efficient onboarding and early-stage employee integration.
Performance & Productivity Management:
- Design and manage simple, effective performance management systems linked to business outcomes.
- Support managers in setting KPIs and conducting performance reviews.
- Drive a results-oriented and accountability-driven culture.
Learning & Capability Development:
- Identify capability gaps and implement practical learning solutions.
- Coordinate internal and external training initiatives focused on operational effectiveness and leadership.
- Support succession planning and internal talent development.
Compensation, Payroll & HR Operations:
- Administer payroll, benefits, and employee records.
- Support the design of competitive yet sustainable compensation structures.
- Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and efficiency in HR operations.
Employee Relations:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations and grievance management.
- Build and sustain a positive startup culture aligned with company values.
- Lead employee engagement initiatives across office and field teams.
Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian labour laws and statutory requirements.
- Manage disciplinary processes, exits, and documentation in line with best practices.
- Continuously review HR policies to reflect evolving business needs.
Administrative & Office Oversight:
- Provide functional supervision to the Administrative Officer and Front Desk Officer.
- Oversee office administration, facilities coordination, and front-desk operations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or related field.
- CIPM Professional Qualification (Associate or Full Member) – Mandatory.
- Minimum of 5 years post-NYSC HR experience, preferably in a startup, Agric-Tech, technology, or operations-driven environment.
- Proven experience managing the full HR value chain.
Key Competencies:
- Strong understanding of Nigerian labour laws and HR best practices.
- Hands-on, execution-focused mindset.
- Ability to build HR systems from scratch.
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
- High integrity, confidentiality, and sound judgment.