Human Resource Intern

Reporting to: Human Resource Specialist
Liaising with: Logistics and Administration Manager
Scope
HIAS is an international nonprofit organization with a vision for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and freedom. HIAS operation in Kenya was established in 2002 with the mission to serve the most vulnerable refugees through community based protection including resilience, protection, economic inclusion and provision of durable solutions.
HIAS seeks to recruit a Human Resource Intern who will be required to proactively be involved in providing comprehensive HR Support.
Main Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in human resources management work relating to recruitment, hiring, background checks for new staff
Assist in the planning for trainings and carry out capacity building sessions planned for the year
Plan and conduct new employee orientation in coordination with the heads of department to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives
Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers
Carry out leave management duties and advising staff on their utilization.
Carry out any other request as advised from time to time.

Qualifications Required

Degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Human Resource or any other closely related field.
Excellent knowledge of basic computer applications (Particularly MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint), and use of the internet.
Excellent oral and written English.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet required deadlines.
Ability to resolve conflicts arising in the work environment.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Good levels of numeracy.
Good communication skills as well as Proficiency in local language(s).