Human Resources Officer at ECOWAS – Abuja, Nigeria

Organization: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Office: Office of the Auditor General of ECOWAS Institutions (OAG)
Division: Internal Services
Job Code: 20003160
Grade: P3/P4
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Permanent
Annual Salary: P3/1 – UA 40,696.78 (USD 52,648.78)
Age Requirement: Below 45 years (not applicable to internal candidates)
Application Deadline: 5/11/2026

About the Organization

The Office of the Auditor General of ECOWAS Institutions (OAG) is an independent assurance office that supports ECOWAS governance bodies in promoting accountability, good corporate governance, and value for money across Community institutions, specialized agencies, and offices.

About the Role

The Human Resources Officer will oversee and support the general human resources functions of the OAG in accordance with ECOWAS Staff Regulations, Rules, and established best practices.

Reporting to the Principal Officer, Internal Services, the successful candidate will support recruitment, staff benefits administration, performance management, training, employee welfare, personnel records, and HR compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with the Office’s objectives.
• Advise management on HR policies, procedures, and workforce planning.
• Coordinate recruitment and selection, including vacancy announcements, screening, assessments, interviews, and onboarding.
• Prepare recruitment reports and recommendations for management approval.
• Administer staff salaries, allowances, benefits, and entitlements in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Process claims relating to education grants, dependency allowances, installation grants, travel entitlements, and other staff benefits.
• Coordinate performance management and monitor appraisal deadlines.
• Guide supervisors and staff on performance evaluations and recommend improvements based on performance data.
• Identify staff training needs and develop annual training plans and budgets.
• Coordinate training programmes, workshops, and professional certification initiatives.
• Support conflict resolution, staff welfare, and employee engagement activities.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and HR databases.
• Manage employment contracts, confirmations, promotions, renewals, and separations.
• Protect the confidentiality and integrity of personnel information.
• Ensure HR processes comply with internal controls and governance requirements.
• Facilitate HR-related audits, monitor audit recommendations, and identify HR risks.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must possess:

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, Law, Social Sciences, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• At least five years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management.
• Experience in one or more HR areas, including recruitment, training, performance management, change management, workforce planning, salary policy, pension administration, employment conditions, HR analytics, monitoring, and reporting.
• Knowledge of regulations, procedures, and policies relevant to HR functions in an international organization.
• Understanding of database creation and management, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and HR information systems.

A master’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related field, professional HR certification, and experience in an HR generalist role are added advantages.

Age Requirement

Applicants must be below 45 years of age. This requirement does not apply to internal candidates.

Required Skills and Competencies

Suitable candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment practices.
• Excellent recruitment, workforce planning, and performance management skills.
• Ability to analyse HR data, identify trends, and make evidence-based recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal, counselling, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and promote teamwork.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in ICT tools and platforms used for HR operations and reporting.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
• Knowledge of ECOWAS institutions, policies, regulations, and operational procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment while promoting fairness, diversity, and gender equality.

Language requirement: Fluency in written and spoken English, French, or Portuguese is required. Knowledge of an additional ECOWAS official language is an advantage.

Assessment Process

Qualified candidates may be required to complete a written exercise and participate in a competency-based interview.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should prepare the following documents:

1. Completed ECOWAS Job Application Form. (DOWNLOAD ECOWAS APPLICATION FORM HERE)
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
3. Cover letter.

Submit the documents as email attachments to:

Application Email: b67hrofficerag@ecowas.int

Ensure that all required documents are attached before submitting your application.

Important Information

• Appointment is subject to background checks, reference checks, and other administrative requirements.
• ECOWAS does not charge application, processing, training, interview, or testing fees.
• Applicants should be cautious of recruitment scams and should not provide bank account information as part of the recruitment process.
• ECOWAS promotes gender equality, diversity, integrity, and inclusion. Women, persons with disabilities, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, and other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.