Lead, HR (NGO/Gender-Based Violence)

Vacancy: Lead, HR (NGO/Gender-Based Violence) Location: Lagos State Job type: Full Time About our client Our client is a youth-led social enterprise advocating against sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), providing prevention mechanisms and supporting survivors with psychosocial services. Our client adopts a comprehensive approach to advocating for gender equality and eliminating gender-based violence in Nigeria. The organization invests efficient time into work and aspires for operational excellence in financial processes. Organisational Value: The organization is rebuilding with intentionality, seeking leaders who embody character, competence, and capacity. This means people who show up with integrity at all times; who bring not just skills, but the judgment & accountability needed to apply them wisely; & who are self-aware, emotionally intelligent, & committed to continuous growth. We are building a culture of empathy, discipline, & excellence where honesty, collaboration, & respect are not just values, but daily practices. If you are someone who takes ownership, inspires trust, & leads with heart & mind, we want you on our team. Job Overview: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Manager, People, Culture & Operations is responsible for cultivating a values-driven, inclusive, & an effective work culture. This role provides strategic leadership in human resources, organisational culture, talent acquisition & retention, employee well-being, & daily operations. The Manager ensures that all internal systems align with the organization's values of dignity, accountability, professionalism, & empathy. Key Responsibilities: ❖ Lead talent strategy: recruitment, onboarding, learning & development, & performance management. ❖ Drive initiatives that foster organisational culture, psychological safety, & staff morale. ❖ Oversee effective HR policies, labor law compliance, compensation frameworks, & exit procedures. ❖ Implement practices that support diversity, equity, inclusion & opportunities across all teams. ❖ Ensure smooth daily operations: asset management, facilities, vendor relationships, logistics, & technology infrastructure. ❖ Supervise operations & develop staff capacity through mentorship and systems development. ❖ Work closely with the Executive Director to guide organisational development & workforce planning. Qualifications: ❖ Master’s degree in HR Management, Organisational Psychology, Business Administration, or related field. Professional certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM) required. ❖ 5-7 years of progressive HR and operations experience, with 3 years in leadership within a nonprofit. ❖ Demonstrated experience managing conflict resolution, team development, and change management. ❖ Strong interpersonal, mediation, and coaching skills. ❖ Sound understanding of Nigerian labor laws, ethics, and nonprofit operations. Offer: In addition to compensation, our client offers: ❖ 20 paid leave days per year included in monthly compensation (excluding public holidays). ❖ Medical insurance and pension contributions. Method of Application Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVS to recruitment@stresertintegrated.com using MPCST-25 as subject of the mail.