Human Resources
Building a Capable, Motivated and Professionally Developed Workforce
Human Resource Management Department
The Human Resource Management Department is responsible for attracting, developing, retaining, and managing the human capital that powers NSSEC's mandate across Nigeria. It designs and implements policies that foster a performance-driven, inclusive, and professionally engaged workforce aligned with the Commission's strategic objectives.
By promoting continuous learning, equitable treatment, and career progression, the Department ensures that NSSEC maintains the talent required to deliver its national education mandate.
To recruit, develop, manage, and retain a highly competent and motivated workforce for NSSEC, ensuring that human resource policies and practices support organizational effectiveness, staff welfare, and the delivery of the Commission's statutory mandate.
Directorate Email
hrm@nssec.gov.ngCore Functions
Recruitment & Selection
Manages end-to-end recruitment processes including job advertisement, shortlisting, competency-based interviews, and appointment of qualified candidates across all cadres.
Staff Training & Development
Designs and coordinates training programmes, workshops, seminars, and e-learning initiatives to continuously upgrade the skills and knowledge of NSSEC personnel.
Performance Management
Implements the Annual Performance Evaluation Report (APER) system, providing structured frameworks for setting targets, conducting appraisals, and rewarding high performers.
Payroll & Compensation Administration
Administers staff salaries, allowances, and benefits in compliance with the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) and federal government remuneration policies.
Discipline & Grievance Management
Handles staff disciplinary proceedings, grievance resolution, and appeals in accordance with Public Service Rules, ensuring fair and transparent treatment of all cases.
Leave & Welfare Administration
Manages staff leave entitlements, medical welfare, pension coordination, and social welfare activities that support the well-being and work-life balance of NSSEC employees.
Succession Planning & Career Development
Identifies and develops high-potential staff for leadership roles through structured career pathways, mentoring schemes, and succession planning frameworks.
Human Resource Records Management
Maintains accurate, up-to-date staff records, personnel files, and human resource information systems to support management decision-making and statutory reporting requirements.
Programmes & Initiatives
Staff Capacity Building Programme
A structured training and development initiative providing NSSEC staff with access to local and international capacity building opportunities aligned with individual and organisational needs.
Performance Incentive Scheme
A reward and recognition programme designed to motivate high-performing staff through merit-based promotions, commendations, and non-monetary incentives.
Staff Welfare & Wellness Initiative
A comprehensive welfare programme addressing health, counselling, recreational activities, and support services to enhance employee well-being and reduce workplace stress.
Digital HR Management System
An integrated human resource information system enabling digital management of recruitment, payroll, appraisals, leave, and personnel records across the Commission.
Get in Touch
For enquiries relating to Human Resources, contact the department directly.