HR & Administrative Specialist

Proten International - Our client, a Food & Beverages / Export Company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: HR & Administrative Specialist

Location: Kano

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

Our client, a company in the Food & Beverages / Export industry, is seeking an experienced HR & Admin Specialist to oversee human resources, administrative operations, payroll, compliance, workplace safety, and security. The ideal candidate must have experience in the Food & Beverages, Herbs & Spices, or Export sector, with strong supervisory and administrative capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee HR operations, including recruitment, training, performance management, payroll, and employee relations. Manage administrative functions, procurement, supplies, payments, records, and company assets. Ensure compliance with labour laws, company policies, CSR, QHSE, hygiene, and sustainability standards. Supervise security, warehouse, cleaning, and other administrative support personnel. Monitor workplace safety, PPE usage, staff hygiene, conduct, and appearance. Maintain a safe and secure work environment by identifying, preventing, and reporting suspicious activities or incidents. Coordinate administrative projects, monitor deliverables, and ensure efficient resource management. Uphold ethical standards, workplace discipline, and compliance with applicable regulations.

Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Management, Economics, HR, or a related discipline. Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a supervisory or management role. Experience in the Food & Beverages, Export, Herbs & Spices industry is mandatory. CIPM or HRCI certification is an added advantage. Background in Industrial Security and training/certification in Food Defense, NEBOSH, HACCP, ISPON Level 3, QHSE, QMS, or Hygiene Policies. Experience in the hibiscus export business is an added advantage. Fluency in Hausa and English is required. Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.