Human Resources (HR) Intern at Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation

The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation is a public sector-focused philanthropic organization, founded by Aigboje and Ofowvwe Aig-Imoukhuede to improve the lives of Africans through transformed public service delivery and access to quality primary healthcare.

The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation accomplishes its mission by supporting the reform initiatives of public sector entities, providing financing, consulting support, and capacity-building programmes and resources for the public sector workforce. The Foundation provides funding and strategic support to drive the work of affiliate organizations such as ABC Health, the private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria (PSHAN), the Nigerian Solidarity Support Fund (NSSF) and others.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resources (HR) Intern

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Internship
Reports to: Human Resource Lead

Job Description

• The Human Resource Intern will assist in executing HR operations, supporting the Foundation’s strategic human resources initiatives to maximise productivity and performance.
• This involves contributing to the execution of human resources strategies in alignment with organisational objectives.

Roles & Responsibilities
The Human Resource Intern will:

• Assist in end-to-end recruitment process by posting job advertisements, screening resumes, scheduling interviews and conducting reference checks.
• Participate in onboarding activities for new hires, including preparing draft onboarding schedule, materials, anchoring orientation sessions, assisting with paperwork completion and generally facilitate a smooth integration process for new hires.
• Support employee engagement initiatives including organising events, drafting communications, addressing queries etc.
• Contribute to fostering positive employee relations by assisting in addressing mundane employee inquiries, grievances, and conflicts promptly and with professionalism. Uses judgement to determine when to consult with higher level management on problems or other issues.
• Contribute to HR administrative tasks such as maintaining employee records, updating HR databases, exits and preparing HR reports.
• Support the performance management process by assisting in performance appraisal documentation, tracking, and follow-up activities.
• Assist in the implementation and adherence to the Foundation’s policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Compile and analyse HR metrics to identify trends, issues, and areas for improvement.
• Contribute to HR projects and initiatives related to talent development, employee retention, and organisational culture enhancement.
• Stay updated on HR laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure compliance and promote a positive work environment.
• Execute any other duties shall be assigned from time to time commensurate with the level and nature of the post.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of a Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or other related programmes. Relevant HR trainings and certification is an added advantage.
• 0 - 1 year in a similar role
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources
• Basic knowledge of relevant laws, legal rulings and regulations

Technical, Core and Behavioural Competencies:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Agility and flexibility
• Attention to Detail
• Basic knowledge of general HR practices, strategy, and technology
• Basic knowledge of critical human resource functions
• Intermediate knowledge of HR administration.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online