One Year Fixed Term Contract Template for Nigeria

This One Year Fixed Term Contract template is designed for Nigerian employers seeking to establish clear, legally-compliant fixed-term employment relationships. It is particularly useful for project-based roles, temporary positions, or when organizations need to hire for a specific duration. The document ensures compliance with Nigerian employment law, including the Labour Act, Pension Reform Act, and Employee's Compensation Act, while protecting both employer and employee interests. It contains all mandatory provisions required under Nigerian law and can be customized for different sectors and role requirements. The contract is structured to clearly define the temporary nature of the engagement while maintaining comprehensive coverage of employment terms, conditions, and statutory obligations.

1. Parties: Identification of the employer and employee with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Brief context of the employment arrangement and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Appointment and Term: Details of the position, job title, and one-year fixed term duration

5. Duties and Responsibilities: Main responsibilities, reporting lines, and performance expectations

6. Place of Work: Primary workplace location and any mobility requirements

7. Hours of Work: Standard working hours, overtime provisions, and rest periods as per Labour Act

8. Remuneration: Salary, payment frequency, and method of payment

9. Benefits: Statutory and contractual benefits including pension and health insurance

10. Leave Entitlements: Annual, sick, maternity/paternity, and other statutory leave provisions

11. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding company confidential information

12. Protection of Company Property: Requirements for handling and returning company property

13. Termination: Notice periods and grounds for termination

14. Post-Termination Obligations: Continuing obligations after employment ends

15. Governing Law: Specification of Nigerian law as governing law

16. Entire Agreement: Confirmation that the contract represents the entire agreement between parties