Senior Human Resource Consultant - Expert Level (Short-term) at R-DATS Consulting (‘R-DATS’)

Position Summary

A dynamic team is seeking an experienced Human Resources Consultant to provide strategic Human Resources advice and support to the organization. This role will contribute to policy development, workforce planning, and various human resource projects as they arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform organizational and manpower audits to identify gaps and support manpower planning initiatives
• Review existing human resource policies, practices, and procedures, providing recommendations for improvement
• Develop and/or review a Staff Handbook to guide expectations for all parties
• Advise on management of disciplinary issues, health and safety, performance appraisals, and promotion policies and procedures
• Develop robust, evidence-based salary structures and salary scales for the organization
• Advise on and assist with recruitment and selection processes, including developing and updating job descriptions, screening candidates, and managing onboarding
• Design and develop staff training programs to enhance employee skills in various HR-related areas
• Provide operational advice to managers and staff regarding employment contracts, terms of employment, and the interpretation of agreements, awards, and policies

Required Qualifications

• B.Sc or HND in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, Law, Social Sciences, Languages, or other relevant fields
• HR certification and membership in a professional HR body (e.g., Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria - CIPM)
• Minimum of 10 years of professional working experience

Preferred Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in a relevant field
• Membership of relevant international HR bodies
• Prior HR experience in Research and Development sector
• HR experience with large development or non-governmental organisations with staff in multiple countries

Location

Lagos, Nigeria