Human Resource & Administrative Officer at Dangote Group

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resource & Administrative Officer

Location: Ibese, Ogun 
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• The Human Resource & Administrative Officer will play a dual role, responsible for overseeing key HR functions and providing administrative support to ensure efficient logistics operations.
• The role requires a proactive individual capable of managing people-related processes, supporting talent management, resolving employee issues, and enhancing administrative systems in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• A critical part of the role involves engaging with truck drivers, escalating their concerns, and ensuring timely resolution through collaboration with relevant departments and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
Human Resource Functions:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including job postings, screening, interviews, onboarding, and induction for operational and support roles.
• Maintain accurate HR records, including attendance, leave, and employee data management.
• Support training and development initiatives based on departmental needs.
• Engage directly with truck drivers to listen, document, and escalate their concerns to relevant departments (fleet, maintenance, safety, payroll, etc.) for timely resolution.
• Monitor the resolution process of truck drivers’ issues and ensure feedback is communicated appropriately.
• Collaborate with operations, safety, and transport units to enhance driver welfare, motivation, and performance.
• Coordinate and support periodic employee performance appraisal processes.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and safety regulations.
• Address employee grievances and disciplinary issues in a professional and confidential manner.

Administrative Functions:

• Manage general office operations and ensure adequate logistics and administrative support for field and transport teams.
• Track and manage company assets, utilities, and office supplies.
• Maintain vendor relations and follow up on invoicing and service delivery.
• Support management in planning meetings, reports, and documentation.
• Handle correspondence, filing systems, document control, and coordination of travel and accommodation where necessary.

Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in HR/Administrative roles within a logistics, transport, or manufacturing environment.
• HR certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM) is an advantage.
• Experience in resolving frontline employee concerns, especially in a unionized or field-based workforce, is desirable.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on employee engagement and issue resolution.
• Good organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently in high-pressure operational environments.
• Understanding of HR practices, grievance handling, and conflict management.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills across multiple departments.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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