- Company: Proten International
- Location: Kano
- Job type: Full-time
- Deadline: 23 November 2026
About the role
Proten International is seeking an experienced HR & Administrative Specialist to join a Food & Beverages and Export company in Kano. This full-time position involves overseeing human resources, administrative operations, payroll, compliance, workplace safety, and security. The ideal candidate will have strong supervisory skills and experience in the Food & Beverages, Herbs & Spices, or Export sector.
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, or 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.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications to recruitment@protenintl.com using “HR & Administrative Specialist” as the subject of the email. Note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Apply by email: recruitment@protenintl.com
