APHRC is home to people who share a passion for research that will propel the development of Africa. We support the growth of human capital for research and development by strengthening individual and institutional research capacity in Africa. We look for employees who truly believe that with enough innovation and knowledge, we can tackle some of the continent’s most pertinent developmental challenges.
We currently employ 135 staff from 14 countries between our head office in Nairobi, Kenya and our Regional Office in Dakar, Senegal. With projects spanning the continent, we strongly believe in cultural diversity and a dynamic work environment.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY – HUMAN RESOURCES INTERN
The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is a leading Africa-based, African-led, international research institution headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. APHRC conducts policy-relevant research on population, health, education, urbanization and related development issues in sub-Saharan Africa.
APHRC seeks to engage an Intern in its Human Resources Unit to learn and work closely with the team for an initial period of three months.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Support in talent recruitment and selection;
- Assist in the management of the HRIS;
- Participate in the preparation of periodic reports on various HR activities; and
- Provide administrative support to the HR unit as well as any other duties that may be assigned.
Qualifications, experience and skills:
- BSc in Human Resources Management or relevant field; should have graduated in the last six (6) months.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite applications.
- Familiarity with Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software is an added advantage.
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter and CV through our recruitment portal https://aphrc.org/vacancies/ by February 04, 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Cover letters should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Officer
African Population and Health Research Center, Inc
APHRC Campus, Manga Close, off Kirawa Road, Kitisuru
P. O Box 10787-GPO, Nairobi
Website: www.aphrc.org
APHRC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the protection of vulnerable persons.
