HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT JOB AT CEN GLOBAL SERVICES LIMITED | HR JOBS IN RIVERS

About Company:

Cen Global Services Limited (“Cen Global”) is proudly a Nigerian registered company with broad specialization in Shipping & Marine, Recruitment & Manpower Supply, Procurement & Engineering Services, and Consultancy Services. Cen Global was incorporated in March, 2010.

Our business sustainable approach is to understand the needs of our clients and subsequently create a uniquely structured service process tailored towards meeting or exceeding expectations.
Our Corporate Head office is located in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria but we have developed a robust network around the country to effectively deliver products and services across Nigeria at a very short notice.

Job Description:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Assistant to serve as the backbone of our Human Resources department. In this role, you will provide critical administrative support across the entire employee lifecycle—from coordinating recruitment and onboarding to maintaining precise digital and physical records. You will play a key role in payroll preparation and policy implementation, ensuring that our HR operations are not only smooth but also fully compliant with Nigerian labour laws. If you are an organized professional with a passion for people operations and a high regard for confidentiality, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your HR career.

Requirements:

1. Recruitment & Talent Coordination

• Pipeline Support: Assist in posting vacancies across various platforms and perform initial CV screening to identify top-tier candidates.

• Logistics Management: Coordinate the end-to-end interview process, including scheduling and communicating with candidates to ensure a positive applicant experience.

• Onboarding Excellence: Facilitate the orientation of new hires, ensuring all documentation is completed and they are successfully integrated into the company culture.

2. Operational Integrity & Data Management

• Records Governance: Maintain accurate, up-to-date physical and electronic employee files, ensuring data integrity and easy retrieval for audits.

• Payroll Support: Collate attendance data and relevant HR variables (leaves, deductions, etc.) to support the timely and accurate preparation of monthly payroll.

• Reporting: Assist in the preparation of HR reports and documentation, providing management with clear visibility into workforce metrics.

3. Employee Relations & Compliance

• Inquiry Management: Act as a first point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies and procedures, escalating complex issues to senior HR leadership.

• Policy Implementation: Support the rollout of HR initiatives and welfare programs that enhance workplace satisfaction and retention.

• Regulatory Adherence: Ensure all HR activities comply with company internal policies and the Nigerian Labour Act.

Qualifications and Skills:

Experience & Academic Background

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Experience: 1–2 years of hands-on experience in an HR or administrative support role.

• Knowledge Base: Basic understanding of HR processes and a foundational knowledge of Nigerian labour laws.

Core Competencies

• Organizational Skills: Exceptional ability to multitask and prioritize duties in a fast-paced environment.

• Technical Proficiency: High level of skill in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel for data tracking and Word for documentation).

• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to handle sensitive information with absolute confidentiality.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications to: careers@cenglobalservices.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.