Head – Human Resources at Nigeria Governor’s Forum – Deloitte Human Capital Consulting Full Time

Job Title: Head – Human Resources

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Head, Human Resources, will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational management of all Human Resources functions within the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF).
• The role will ensure the development and implementation of effective HR strategies, policies, and practices that attract, develop, and retain a high-performing and engaged workforce across the NGF.

Core Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition and Recruitment:

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates to NGF.
• Oversee the full recruitment cycle, from job posting to selection, ensuring that NGF hires top talent for all positions.

Employee Development and Training:

• Design and implement training programs to ensure continuous professional development for NGF staff.
• Foster a culture of learning and growth by identifying skill gaps and providing learning opportunities.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Develop and administer competitive compensation and benefits packages.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations.
• Manage employee relations and resolve employee concerns and grievances.

HR Operations & Administration:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the HR department, including payroll processing, employee records management, and HRIS administration.
• Ensure compliance with all HR-related policies and procedures.
• Manage HR budgets and resources effectively.

Employee Engagement & Well-being:

• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes employee engagement, well-being, and motivation.
• Implement employee engagement surveys and initiatives to gather feedback and address employee concerns.
• Promote employee health and wellness programs.

Qualifications
Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, social sciences or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field is highly desirable.

Professional Requirements:

• Membership in a professional HR body (e.g., Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria – CIPM) is required.
• HR certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar is a plus.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 12 – 15 years of experience in human resources management, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record in leading HR initiatives, talent management, and employee relations in a fast-paced or high-growth environment.
• Experience in the public sector or with non-governmental organizations is highly desirable.

Competency Requirements:
Knowledge Requirements:

• In-depth understanding of HR best practices, including recruitment, employee relations, compensation, and performance management.
• Knowledge of labor laws, compliance requirements, and HR-related legislation in Nigeria.
• Familiarity with modern HR software and tools for performance management, recruitment, and employee engagement.
• Understanding of compensation strategies, benefits administration, and market compensation trends.

Skills Requirements:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Conflict Resolution.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with employees and stakeholders.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Personal Abilities:

• Integrity and ethical conduct.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent judgment and discretion.
• Results-oriented and driven to achieve HR objectives.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.