HR & Administrative Specialist

Job Summary

Our client, a company in the Food & Beverages/Export industry, is seeking an experienced HR & Admin Specialist to oversee human resources, administrative operations, payroll, compliance, workplace safety, and security. The ideal candidate must have experience in the Food & Beverages, Herbs & Spices, or Export sector, with strong supervisory and administrative capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee HR operations, including recruitment, training, performance management, payroll, and employee relations.

• Manage administrative functions, procurement, supplies, payments, records, and company assets.

• Ensure compliance with labour laws, company policies, CSR, QHSE, hygiene, and sustainability standards.

• Supervise security, warehouse, cleaning, and other administrative support personnel.

• Monitor workplace safety, PPE usage, staff hygiene, conduct, and appearance.

• Maintain a safe and secure work environment by identifying, preventing, and reporting suspicious activities or incidents.

• Coordinate administrative projects, monitor deliverables, and ensure efficient resource management.

• Uphold ethical standards, workplace discipline, and compliance with applicable regulations.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Management, Economics, HR, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a supervisory or management role.

• Experience in the Food & Beverages, Export, Herbs & Spices industry is mandatory.

• CIPM or HRCI certification is an added advantage.

• Background in Industrial Security and training/certification in Food Defense, NEBOSH, HACCP, ISPON Level 3, QHSE, QMS, or Hygiene Policies.

• Experience in the hibiscus export business is an added advantage.

• Fluency in Hausa and English is required.

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.