HR and Administration Intern – Entry Level Position Full Time NEW

Overall job purpose

To provide administrative support for various tasks within the HR and Administration Department.

Reporting Lines

Reporting to: HR and Administration Officer

Supervising :N/A

Receives technical advice from: HR and Administration Officer and Head of Mission

Gives technical advice to: N/A

Stands in for: HR and Administration Officer

Replaced by: HR and Administration Officer

Strategy and Vision

Actively supports the values of Johanniter and shapes his/her work according to these values
Contributes to the development and implementation of the global strategy of Johanniter International Assistance in his/her area of responsibility
Supports the implementation of the country strategy in his/her area of responsibility in line with the global JIA strategy
HR related tasks:

Supports with the recruitment of new staff (posting job advertisements, 1st stage of shortlisting etc.)
Supports with the onboarding of new staff
Assists in maintaining HR tools and systems i.e. staff contracts, leave planning and the leave tracker, performance management, immigration processes etc.
Supports with maintaining personnel files, ensuring they are up to date, complete and well organized
Assist in filing of statutory documentation.
Administration related tasks

Performs the following duties at the request of the HR & Administration Officer:

Performs general clerical duties including, but not limited to;
Photo-copying and scanning of documents
Correspondence – drafts emails and letters to staff and suppliers
Filing of Administration documents and correspondence
Carries out messenger/errand duties including but not limited to;
Purchasing of office internet and staff airtime; and preparation of cash liquidation documents to be given to Finance
Purchasing of office supplies; coordinates with the respective vendors to purchase office supplies, prepare cash liquidations and their supporting documents to be given to Finance
Supports with other Admin related errands such as the delivery of documents to various offices as requested.
Supports with the management of country office facilities and ensure that repairs, plumbing, electrical and maintenance works are done in timely manner, in accordance with the terms of the lease agreement
Supports the HR and Admin Officer in the follow up utilities’ payments and other invoices
Assists in following up for administration related invoices and receipts from vendors
Assists in booking for taxis, meeting/training venues and accommodation as requested, liaising with logistics for procurement purposes
Assists in booking catering services and other services required for office meetings
Assists in keeping and updating key Administration contacts i.e. suppliers and vendors of various services and products
Assists in monitoring office supplies (kitchen and cleaning), stationery and orders for replacement in a timely manner
Assists in tracking requests coming to the HR and Admin department to ensure efficient turnaround time in service delivery
Assists in following up staff time sheets
Assists in the proper disposal of HR and Admin waste documents
Performs other tasks as may be assigned by the HR & Admin Officer relevant to the position
Office reception duties:

Welcoming and assisting visitors in a friendly manner
Ensure that the meeting room is kept tidy at all times and supports staff with setting up of the meeting room when necessary
Manages correspondence/parcels at the reception and dispatches both internally and externally
Safeguarding:

Supports the HR and Admin Officer in ensuring proper safeguarding induction for all new staff within 8 weeks of joining
Supports the HR and Admin Officer in organizing for safeguarding trainings and refresher trainings for all staff
Report cases of safeguarding incidences via the appropriate reporting mechanism
Promote a culture of safeguarding within the organization and ensures people we work with are not exposed to harm or abuse
Person Specification:

Profession Qualification and experience

Degree in Human Resource Management or another relevant degree
New graduates are encouraged to apply
0 to 1 year maximum of experience in an HR & administration or similar position
Skills:

Good interpersonal skills
Fluency in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Attention to detail
Team player
Excellent computer skills
How to apply
How to apply:

Johanniter is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. Suitable candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
*We require background checks (including criminal record and reference checks) to protect the vulnerable and prevent abuse*
Applications for this position MUST include the following:
A concise and up to date CV.
A cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria for this position as stated above (no more than 1 page).
Reference contacts (phone numbers and email addresses) of three referees.
Certificate of Good Conduct from DCI (within the past 12 months) – this will be requested if you are offered the position.
Applications which do not include all of the above will not be considered.
Applications should be sent to [email protected] until 5th February 2026 by 5pm.
Please indicate HR & Admin Intern in the subject line of your e-mail.
Short-listed candidates will be invited for interviews via email.
The selected candidate should be ready to start immediately.
Johanniter does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, or onboarding).

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