Graduate Intern - Human Resources at Plan International

Plan International is an independent child-centered international development organization committed to advancing the rights of children and fight against poverty. Plan has no religious, political and government affiliation. For over 78 years, we have supported girls and boys and their communities around the world to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights, free themselves from poverty and live positive fulfilling lives. Plan currently works in 70 countries including Nigeria.

We are looking for people who are experienced, dedicated, have passion and want to make a difference in the lives of people in the capacity below:

Job Title: Intern - Human Resources

Location: Abuja
Department: Human Resource
Reports to: Country Human Resource Manager
Duration: 1 Year

Purpose

• The internship programme in Plan International Nigeria provides on-the-job training in program management, research and data gathering skills, communication, people skills, and work ethics.
• It enhances the educational experience through practical and guided hands-on exposure and involvement in Plan Nigeria’s development projects as well as providing exposure to the working environment of a multilateral organization and a better understanding of Plan Nigeria’s goals and activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support human resource management process for Plan International Nigeria
• Support with the implementation and ensure adherence HR policy and practices that are consistent with global policy and compliant with local statutory and legislative requirements that prevents organizational conflicts.
• Support with filling and documentation related to staff (hard and soft copies)
• Take minutes of meetings and assist in the elaboration of papers, power point presentations and analytical contributions, as well as other products and tools that will facilitate human resource management activities in the organization
• Other tasks/duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Human Resource management, Public Administration, Business Administration or any related field.
• Completion of National Youth Service with less than 1 year working experience
• Proven strong academic track record.
• Knowledge and understanding of Nigerian Labour and employment laws
• Demonstrated interest in the field of development and Human Resource management in International aid organization
• Language skills; written and spoken proficiency in English and preferably a command of the local language.
• Internet proficiency as well as proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.

Physical Environment and Demands:

• Occasional Travel to field offices to support Human Resource management

Level of Contact with Children:

• Low contact- the job responsibilities of this position does not require the post holder to have frequent contact with children. There would be occasional contact with children and it is expected that children shall be protected at all times

Application Closing Date
14th May, 2017.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a full CV and a comprehensive cover letter setting out your reasons for applying for the post and outlining the qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills that you feel you can bring to the role to: Nigeria.Recruitment@plan-international.org Indicate the Job title and location as subject of the mail.

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Plan International Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender or disabilities.
• Plan International Nigeria is fully committed to child protection to prevent children from all forms of abuse.