About the Role
Philomath University is a world-class private institution committed to life-changing education, teaching excellence, functional research, global trends, and entrepreneurship to deliver real-world impact. We are looking for a dynamic and professional Human Resource Officer who is passionate about people management, understands the fundamentals of human resource administration, and can contribute meaningfully to the effective management of our workforce in Abuja.
Key Responsibilities- Coordinate end-to-end recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes for academic and non-academic staff.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date employee records and personnel files.
- Manage staff attendance, leave records, payroll inputs, and other essential HR documentation.
- Prepare employment letters, HR memos, official reports, and other institutional correspondence.
- Support employee relations, performance management cycles, and staff welfare initiatives.
- Ensure strict compliance with applicable Nigerian labour laws, institutional policies, and HR procedures.
- Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the overall human resource function.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, or a related discipline.
- 2 to 4 years of relevant professional experience in Human Resources or Personnel Administration, preferably within the education sector.
- Working knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and modern HR best practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and HR management software.
- High levels of professional integrity, discretion, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
- Professional certification or student/associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) will be a strong added advantage.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity to work in a vibrant, growing academic community with professional development prospects.
- Comprehensive health insurance and staff welfare packages.
- A supportive, collaborative, and engaging work environment that fosters personal and career growth.