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The Employment Contract For Domestic Helper is essential for formalizing domestic work arrangements in Nigeria, ensuring compliance with local labor laws while protecting both employer and employee interests. This document should be used when hiring any domestic worker, including housekeepers, nannies, cooks, or general household staff. It covers all legally required elements under Nigerian employment law, including the Labour Act and National Minimum Wage Act, while addressing specific aspects of domestic employment such as live-in arrangements, work schedules, and household rules. The contract is particularly important given the personal nature of domestic work and the need to clearly define boundaries, responsibilities, and expectations in a household setting. It includes provisions for both local and foreign domestic workers, though additional immigration compliance sections may be needed for the latter.

1. Parties: Identification of the employer and the domestic helper, including full names, addresses, and contact details

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

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

4. Job Description and Duties: Detailed description of the domestic helper's roles, responsibilities, and specific duties

5. Term of Employment: Duration of employment, including start date and whether fixed-term or permanent

6. Working Hours and Rest Periods: Specified working hours, rest breaks, weekly rest days, and public holidays

7. Remuneration: Salary, payment schedule, overtime rates, and any additional allowances

8. Accommodation and Food: Details of living arrangements if live-in position, and food provision arrangements

9. Leave Entitlements: Annual leave, sick leave, maternity leave, and other statutory leave entitlements

10. Medical Benefits: Healthcare coverage and medical benefits provided

11. Termination: Conditions and procedures for termination of employment by either party

12. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding private household information

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

14. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving disputes between employer and employee

15. Entire Agreement: Statement that the contract represents the complete agreement between parties