HR Intern
NACOSA
Requirements
- ✓A National Senior Certificate (Matric / Grade 12) is required.
- ✓Relevant Diploma (N6 Certificate) from a recognised TVET College
- ✓Basic understanding of labour legislation (e.g., BCEA, EEA, OHSA).
- ✓Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- ✓Familiarity with a finance or payroll system (advantageous).
- ✓Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- ✓Strong organisational and time management abilities.
- ✓Attention to detail and high level of confidentiality.
- ✓Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
- ✓Personal Competencies
- ✓Demonstrates honesty, reliability, and respect for confidentiality and ethical standards.
- ✓Manages documentation with a high level of precision
- ✓Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively
- ✓Strong written and verbal communication
- ✓Flexible in a dynamic work environment
- ✓Adaptability and Willingness to Learn
- ✓Handles sensitive information with discretion and in compliance with HR standards.
- ✓Application process:
About this role
HR Intern
NACOSA
2026/04/13 Century City
Job Ref #: SEFHRINTERN - APRIL 2026
Industry: Human Resources
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
NACOSA is looking for a Human Resources (HR) Intern to provide administrative and operational support to the HR team.
Job Description
NACOSA is looking for a Human Resources (HR) Intern to provide administrative and operational support to the HR team. The intern will assist with key HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, maintaining employee records, and ensuring HR compliance. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical skills and firsthand experience in the day-to-day operations of a dynamic HR department within a national NGO working in the health and social development sector.
The duties and responsibilities of the Human Resources (HR) Intern will include, but not limited to:
Day-to-day office support and administrative assistance to the HR team.
Maintain and manage personal records of employees, including contracts, leave, and training records.
Assist with administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, document management, and verification of timesheets in preparation for payroll.
Provide administrative support for recruitment, including posting job adverts, screening CVs, scheduling interviews, and conducting background and reference checks
Prepare onboarding documentation and assist with onboarding of new employees.
Support the organisation and documentation of training sessions and staff wellness activities.
Support the HR team in ensuring compliance with HR policies and labour legislation, and assist with employee relations (IR) matters, including the investigation, documentation, and coordination of disciplinary processes.
Promote and embody NACOSA’s values in all work performed.
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