Hr Officer
AMO Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited
Magodo, Lagos Employment Type: Full-time, Lagos, Nigeria
full-time
Amo Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited has a Vision to be the market leader in the Day Old Chicks market; through exceptional quality products and services that will guarantee profitable poultry farming.
The Company produces high-quality Day-Old Chicks and Point of Cage Pullets. Over the years, we have remained focused on our main objective to produce high quality chicks, in a highly hygienic environment leveraging innovative solutions grounded in Research and Development.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: HR Officer
Location: Magodo, Lagos Employment Type: Full-time
Job Purpose
To provide operational support across key Human Resources functions, with a primary focus on recruitment and talent acquisition.
The successful candidate will support the end-to-end recruitment process while assisting with other HR activities, including employee records management, onboarding, HR administration, employee engagement, and general HR operations.
The ideal candidate should have a generalist HR background, strong organisational skills, good communication abilities, and a genuine interest in recruitment and talent management.
Key Responsibilities Recruitment and Talent Acquisition:
Support the end-to-end recruitment process, from job posting and candidate sourcing to interview coordination and placement.
Source and screen candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, databases, and other recruitment channels.
Review CVs and shortlist candidates against approved job requirements.
Schedule interviews, communicate with candidates, and coordinate interview logistics.
Maintain an updated recruitment tracker and candidate database.
Follow up with hiring managers to obtain feedback and ensure timely recruitment decisions.
Conduct reference checks and support pre-employment documentation and background checks.
Support the preparation of offer letters and coordinate pre-employment processes in line with established procedures.
Prepare regular recruitment reports, including vacancy status, candidate pipeline, and recruitment progress.
Ensure candidates receive timely updates and maintain a professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
Onboarding and Employee Documentation:
Support the onboarding and orientation of new employees.
Ensure new hires complete the required employment documentation.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, both electronic and physical.
Assist with the preparation and issuance of HR documents as required.
HR Administration and Employee Services:
Respond to routine employee enquiries and direct complex issues to the appropriate HR representative.
Assist with attendance monitoring, leave administration, and employee data updates.
Support the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and established processes.
Assist in preparing routine HR reports and maintaining HR databases.
Employee Relations and Engagement:
Support employee engagement activities, internal communication, and staff welfare initiatives.
Assist with the documentation and follow-up of employee relations matters where required.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement when handling employee information.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Timeliness and effectiveness of recruitment support.
Quality and relevance of candidates shortlisted.
Timely scheduling of interviews and follow-up with candidates and hiring managers.
Accuracy and currency of recruitment trackers and candidate databases.
Timely completion of onboarding documentation.
Accuracy of employee records and HR reports.
Responsiveness to employee and management requests.
Qualifications and Experience
A Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
One year of relevant work experience after completing NYSC.
Generalist HR experience, with practical exposure to recruitment and talent acquisition.
Gender Preference: Male preferred, to support gender balance within the team
Required Skills and Competencies:
Good understanding of recruitment processes and candidate sourcing techniques.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship management skills.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple vacancies and competing priorities.
Good record-keeping, reporting, and documentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work effectively within a team.
Good follow-up skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate is an early-career HR professional with a sound understanding of general HR operations and a strong interest in recruitment.
The candidate should be organised, resourceful, detail-oriented, and comfortable engaging with candidates, employees, and hiring managers.
Practical recruitment experience is particularly important.
Experience in other HR functions will be an added advantage, as the role offers opportunities to develop broader HR generalist capabilities.