Human Resource (HR) Officer (Volunteer) at Health Care Development Focus Initiative (HECADF)


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Health Care Development Focus Initiative (HECADF) is a registered non-governmental, non-profit women-led organization founded in 2008 and officially incorporated in 2010. Driven by a deep commitment to promoting human dignity, HECADF addresses the interconnected challenges of poverty, poor health, and social marginalization. Our mission is to enhance the optimum integrated development of people through community engagement and services focused on Social cohesion, Nutrition, SRHR, GBV, WASH, Health, Protection, and Livelihood Skills. Our vision is to promote a healthy, productive, and peaceful society.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resource (HR) Officer (Volunteer)

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Duration: Initial commitment: 3 months (renewable based on performance and funding availability).

Job Details

  • We are seeking a passionate and committed volunteer to join our growing team as an HR Officer. If you’re eager to support employee growth, foster a positive workplace culture, and help shape our HR practices, we’d love to have you on board.

Role Summary

  • Reporting directly to the Program Manager, the HR Officer (Volunteer) will provide vital support to HECADF’s human resources management.
  • This role is ideal for a motivated individual seeking to gain professional HR experience in a dynamic nonprofit environment, contribute to community impact, and grow their career.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in recruitment processes, including drafting job descriptions, posting vacancies, and screening applicants.
  • Maintain accurate staff records, contracts, and personnel files.
  • Support onboarding, induction, and training of new staff and volunteers.
  • Ensure compliance with HECADF HR policies, safeguarding policies, and relevant labor regulations.
  • Coordinate staff welfare, performance management, and leave administration.
  • Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical HR practices at all times.
  • Contribute to the improvement of HR systems and policies to meet organizational growth needs.
  • Perform other administrative and HR-related tasks as assigned.

 Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Experience in HR or administrative roles (volunteer or paid) is an added advantage.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Basic knowledge of Nigerian labor law, HR principles, and safeguarding standards.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Why Volunteer with HECADF:

  • Gain hands-on HR and nonprofit sector experience.
  • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful community-focused initiatives.
  • Professional growth and capacity-building opportunities through HECADF projects and partnerships.

Application Closing Date
10th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:

Go to Human Resource (HR) Officer (Volunteer) at Health Care Development Focus Initiative (HECADF) to Apply