The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) seeks the services of a Human Resource Assistant for the Nigerian Field Epidemiology
and Training Program (NFELTP) National Stop Transmission of Poliomyelitis (NSTOP) program.
Open to: All Interested Candidates
Position: Human Resource Assistant
Duty station: Abuja
Closing Date: 30 May 2014
Work Hours: Full time
The responsibilities of the Human Resource Assistant include:
1. Assist in the administration and operational requirements of all selection and recruitment formalities in the professional and general
services categories including drafting vacancy notices; advise and assist technical staff in the preparation of submissions for Selection for
approval; ensure all arrangements for interviewing and testing of prospective staff are made appropriately; oversee the recruitment
process and selections process.
2. Assist in the follow-up to performance appraisals and take appropriate action in problematic cases;
3. Assist in timely renewals of short term contracts and follow-up contracts’ expiry date (2 months before the expiry date), , ensure timely
submission of performance evaluation reports for staff and forward it to AFENET alongside with the request of extension;
4. Follow up of issuance of administrative documents i.e. ID Cards; maintain personnel files of staff and recruitment file for candidates.
5. Prepare correspondences/documents for local recruitment of staff, draft letters to invite candidates for interview;
6. Provide assistance in staff skills and capacity development,
7. Assist in employee counseling and conflict management at workplace
8. Assist in employee separation and exit management
9. Perform any other related duties/responsibilities as required.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSE, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OR OTHER EXPERTISE REQUIRED
 The successful candidate must have a University degree or equivalent training in Human Resource, Personnel Management or
related subject.  At least 2 years experience in related field  Good knowledge of personnel theories and practices  Good communication skill, tact, discretion and inter-personal relationship.  Proficiency in Ms Word and Excel
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
 Proven knowledge of modern office procedures  Fluency in English Language  Ability to establish and maintain good relations with people at various levels and of different nationalities
Submit your CV, application letter and relevant documentation to:
The Administrator
African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)
No. 50 Haile Selassie Street, Asokoro, Abuja
Email: [email protected]
Note: Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.