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About the job HR Assistant

HR Assistant

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Industry: NGO / Healthcare
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: ₦200,000 Monthly

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Assistant to support the Human Resources department of a reputable NGO/Healthcare organization located in Lekki, Lagos. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing administrative and operational support across recruitment, employee records management, onboarding, staff welfare, HR documentation, and day-to-day HR operations.

The successful candidate must possess strong organizational skills, confidentiality, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the recruitment and onboarding process for new employees.
  • Maintain and update employee records, HR databases, and personnel files.
  • Assist in preparing employment letters, contracts, and HR documentation.
  • Coordinate staff onboarding, orientation, and exit processes.
  • Monitor staff attendance, leave records, and other HR administrative functions.
  • Assist with payroll documentation and staff benefit administration.
  • Support employee engagement and welfare initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with HR policies, labor laws, and organizational procedures.
  • Assist in organizing trainings, meetings, and HR-related events.
  • Handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Support disciplinary procedures and performance management processes where required.
  • Prepare HR reports and provide administrative support to the HR department.
  • Liaise with different departments to support workforce planning and operational needs.
  • Perform other HR and administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, or related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years' relevant HR experience, preferably within an NGO or healthcare environment.
  • Good understanding of HR operations, labor laws, and employee relations.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
  • Membership or certification with CIPM or any HR professional body is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Confidentiality and professionalism
  • Administrative efficiency

How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates should send their updated CV to:

hiring@mysigma.io

Using HR Assistant – Lekki as the subject of the email.