Human Resources Assistant at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Location: Maiduguri, Borno State

Organization: Action Against Hunger (ACF)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Application Deadline: January 5, 2026

The Impact of This Role in the Humanitarian Sector

In the challenging and high-stakes environment of Northeast Nigeria, our people are our greatest asset. An efficient and supportive HR department is the heartbeat of our operations, ensuring that humanitarian workers are well-managed, supported, and empowered to focus on saving lives. As a Human Resources Assistant, you provide the vital administrative backbone that allows our mission to treat malnutrition and provide clean water to flourish, ensuring that every team member—from janitors to senior specialists—is positioned for success.

Job Summary

The Human Resources Assistant provides essential administrative and operational support to the Maiduguri base, focusing on staff documentation, office management, and personnel lifecycle tracking. You will contribute to a high-standard workplace by managing staff welfare, supporting recruitment, and ensuring that all HR records are meticulously maintained and compliant with international standards.

Key Responsibilities

Personnel Lifecycle & Onboarding

• New Member Integration: Lead the practical onboarding of new hires, including the preparation of ID cards, business cards, and the creation of comprehensive personnel files.
• Performance Management: Champion the ACF appraisal system by educating staff on timelines, supporting monthly check-ins, and tracking the completion of probationary and annual reviews.
• Database Stewardship: Maintain a precise database of staff information, tracking document expiration dates and proactively following up on missing credentials.
• Exit Administration: Facilitate the graceful transition of departing staff by managing notice periods, conducting exit interviews, and ensuring all final documentation is correctly archived.

Administrative Support & Office Coordination

• Facility Management: Oversee the daily maintenance of office premises, coordinating with Logistics for equipment repairs and ensuring a steady supply of stationery and cleaning materials.
• Travel & Hospitality: Manage accommodation bookings for visiting staff and guests, and coordinate travel logistics including ticket reconciliation for the finance department.
• Information Flow: Keep the base informed by managing communication boards, contact lists, and internal trackers for conference hall bookings.
• Supervisory Oversight: Provide direct day-to-day management and leadership for the facility’s janitorial team.

Recruitment & Workforce Management

• Hiring Support: Assist the HR team across all stages of the recruitment cycle to identify and acquire top humanitarian talent.
• Casual & Seconded Staff: Manage the verification, documentation, and payment processing for daily hires and seconded staff, ensuring timely submission of payment schedules to finance.
• Audit Readiness: Prepare and organize HR files for internal and external audits, ensuring that all records are complete, rigorous, and highly organized.

Candidate Requirements

• Educational Foundation: A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Professional Experience: At least 2 years of work experience, with a minimum of 1 year in an HR-specific role. Experience within the International NGO (INGO) sector is highly advantageous.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and professional experience with Homere payroll software.
• Regulatory Knowledge: A solid understanding of Nigerian Labor Law and contemporary employment practices.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, a strong sense of ethical responsibility, and the diplomatic skills required to work in diverse, cross-cultural teams.
• Commitment to Values: Must be able to maintain absolute confidentiality and uphold the ACF charter, including the promotion of gender equality.

About the Organization

Action Against Hunger (ACF) is a global humanitarian leader dedicated to eradicating world hunger. For over 40 years, we have worked in the world’s most difficult contexts to save the lives of malnourished children and provide families with sustainable access to food, water, and healthcare. In Nigeria, our teams are at the forefront of the emergency response in the Northeast, combining rapid relief with long-term resilience building. We are a mission-driven organization that values integrity, professional excellence, and a deep respect for the communities we serve.

Why Apply?

• Professional Growth: Gain experience in a complex, multi-site humanitarian environment with a world-renowned organization.
• Meaningful Impact: Your administrative precision directly supports the welfare of staff working on the frontlines of the hunger crisis.
• Competitive Package: We offer a salary and benefits package that is competitive within the international humanitarian sector in Nigeria.

Tips for Applicants

1. Highlight Your Homere Skills: If you have used Homere payroll software, ensure this is clearly mentioned in your CV, as it is a specific technical requirement for this role.
2. Focus on Detail: HR is about precision. Ensure your application and CV are flawlessly formatted to demonstrate your attention to detail.
3. Showcase Your Diplomacy: Use your cover letter to provide an example of how you successfully managed a sensitive personnel issue or coordinated a complex office management task.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application via the Action Against Hunger official recruitment portal:

Apply via Action Against Hunger Careers Portal

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.