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JOB TITLE: HR/OFFICE MANAGER
LOCATION: LAGOS (IKEJA)

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: 

HR/Office Manager is responsible for managing the administration and logistics activities in the office. He/she also takes responsibility to conduct tasks related to human resource. He/she will work closely with other staff to support operation functions of the office and ensure that the office runs smoothly and efficiently.

KEY TASKS:
ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS:
Responsible for handling office expenses and petty cash under the approval of the Head of Admin & Finance.
Manage office equipment and infrastructure to ensure a smooth running of the office.
Responsible for the overall running of the office reception and security operation.
Make logistic arrangement including flights reservations, hotel and office vehicle arrangement for staffs, visitors/partners, volunteers and interns.
Conduct procurement of stationery for staff and meetings, workshops, productions and assets of the office.
Prepare correspondence, memos, reports, presentations, and emails to staff in relation to the office operations.
Update the filling system and manage filing of office documents for both hard and electronic copies.

HUMAN RESOURCES TASKS-
Recommend and execute annual manpower development plan.
Recommend and execute policies, procedures, rules and regulations for employees.
Review and update all human resources policies to meet the organization’s needs.
Plan and facilitate HR activities - contract, recruitment, employee relations.
Develop job descriptions for current/new positions- Maintain current organizational chart and current staff contact list.
Assist the progress of job planning and performance management.
Provide coaching and training to direct staffs on HR & Admin functions.
Monitor and record employee time sheets and leave requests.
Provide support for procedures or papers relating to personnel or staffing issues.
Other related assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Degree in Administration, Human Resource Management or other relevant disciplines.
Professional membership of CIPMN.
3 - 5 years experience in similar role
Skilled in Office Support Services, Purchasing & Procurement, Vendor Management, Office Administration, Employee Management etc.

MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested and qualified applicants should send their CVs to humancapitaldevelopmentpartners@yahoo.com on or before Wednesday 20th May 2015.

Vacancy exists for the post of Content Developer in a MNC.

Minimum Requirement: Bachelors Degree in Communications, Journalism or Marketing, 2 years experience as a content developer, good knowledge of Public Relations, excellent communication skills and extremely creative, good researching skills.

Mode of Application: Interested and qualified applicants should send their CVs to humancapitaldevelopmentpartners@yahoo.com using the position as subject of the e-mail on or before Tuesday 19th May 2015.

Location: Lagos.

Imons, MBA is fine. At your final year, you will get to specialise: Finance, Marketing or HR

Eddyken:
I have interest in the HR field although I am currently into Customer Service (call center agent) but i dnt find fulfilment. I intend taking professional exam wit CIPM to prepare for d HR career but i am confuse on whether to concentrate on my present career or venture into HR. Pls, advice.

One of the things you consider before choosing a career is if there is growth to the top management executive level through that chosen career field. There are some professions in the organisation that they do not get to seat at Board meetings as decision makers, you don't see them go beyond the Manager cadre/level in any organisation.

Another thing you need to consider is, if that profession can serve as a source of income (not by earning salary through it) if you are on your own.

Another one is your passion.

So, consider the aforementioned points vis-a-vis your current position and career plans; and I believe you will make the best decision ever.

imons:
@hcdpartners
Thank you for removing this needle from my butt.
That's exactly what I will do. I will like to consider a career in investment management or human resources. What would you advice me do in order to upgrade?
Thanks in advance.

You are welcome.

For investment management, you can check CFA- Certified Financial Analysts
For HR- check CIPMN

Please, don't do Masters first. Do it after you are through with your professional exams or concurrently if you can. Professional courses rate higher than Masters qualification.

imons:
@hcdpartners
Thank you for removing this needle from my butt.
That's exactly what I will do. I will like to consider a career in investment management or human resources. What would you advice me do in order to upgrade?
Thanks in advance.

You are welcome.

For investment management, you can check CFA- Certified Financial Analysts
For HR- check CIPMN

promsman12:
Thanks, it's in line with what I've learnt previously. So from experience, what are the likely things I'm to expect?

I might not be able to tell you that since I do not know the position you are applying for, the company or your qualifications.

promsman12:
Thank you for this. This actually came at the right time. I'm preparing for an interview this week, so I'm going to be asking a couple of questions. My first question is: What's the best format in answering the question, 'Tell us about yourself'? Thanks for your anticipated response.

You are welcome.

Do's: Your name, Your age (please not your date of birth), your academic background briefly (don't talk about your primary and secondary education, except you are applying as an SSCE holder), your professional background- your work experience (where you worked, designation/job title, and the number of years/months you spent there).

In all, try not to spend more than 2 - 3 minutes.

Watch the countenance of your interviewers, maintain eye contact with the person that is speaking with you (in case you have more than one person interviewing you).


Please avoid words such as: "As you can see"; "If you understand me"; "As you can see in my CV"; "I already said it before".

I wanted to post this in the Job/Vacancies Section, but I am not allowed to post a new topic yet.


Based on several interviews I have conducted in the past, I have come to understand that graduates are not getting jobs, not because there are no jobs, but because they are not well equipped to undergo recruitment exercises. I have over 4 years HR experience, and over 6 years work experience- I would like to use this medium to share the knowledge I have acquired so far, and also in learning from other people.

Kindly post your questions regarding interviews- anything regarding interviews. I will answer them to the best of my knowledge.

Are you finding it difficult in making career decisions- I can be of help in that regard too.

This is my little way of giving back to the society.

Thanks.

imons:
Pls, fellow Nairalanders, I need your advice.
I graduated with a very weak 2:1 in English and Literature this year. I am having the feeling that my chances of landing a good job is very slim because of the course I studied coupled with the fact that age is against me. I'm approaching 29 and by the time I complete youth service I will be approaching 30.
I feel like reducing my age and starting all over again by studying a management science course but I fear there might be repercussion. What do you advice me to do?

Please don't reduce your age. It is an integrity issue.

You need to ask yourself: which area do you think you can work or function well in the corporate world?

When this is settled, assess yourself- your present skills and technical competencies. Then, assess the skills and technical competencies that will be needed in the new role or future role.

Then, strategise on how to fill the gap- the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

It might involve taking few exams, undergoing trainings, investing in your self development. Also look for mentors that are well grounded in the area you choose and establish contact with them. Linkedin might help you in achieving this.

I wish you the best in whatever you choose to do.

Age is not a barrier...except you take it as one. There are many companies that do not have age limit on recruitment. All the companies I have ever worked in do not have... and I know so many others. Spread your tentacles, and go for your goal. The course you studied is not also a barrier. I studied Zoology and I am now a certified HR professional.

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