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Human Resources Intern at ActionAid Nigeria

ActionAid Nigeria
April 02, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Job Requisition ID: act-15758

Summary


The Intern position is an opportunity offered by ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) for young graduates to earn a post-NYSC experience. It is therefore both a learning and value-adding relationship between interns and AAN.
The intern is expected to take advantage of the space offered for experience gathering and self-development while providing quality service to ActionAid Nigeria.


Job Purpose


The Human Resources Intern will support the Human Resources Unit and be responsible for the staff digitalisation process, managing physical documentation, filing systems, and the digital HR database.
S/he will also support the coordination of staff welfare, insurance, and wellness initiatives, ensuring effective HR administration and employee engagement.


Specific Responsibilities


Support the administration of staff benefits and wellness programmes, such as Health insurance (HMO,) staff insurance, and pensions.
Manage the digitalisation and archiving of essential staff documents and records into the digital HR information system and cloud storage platform.
Assist in maintaining the HR database, updating employee information, and supporting HR analytics and reporting.
Support in planning and logistics for staff engagement and well-being activities (e.g., health talks, team bonding, etc.).
Maintain and update employee records in personnel files (both electronic and hard copies).
Provide logistical support for meetings, recruitment activities, trainings, and workshops.
Support recruitment and employee onboarding process
Perform other duties as assigned by the Line Manager and Head of Unit.
of Reference and consultancies.


Key relationships:


Internal Relationships: The Entire AAN Staff
External Relationships: Service providers, Partners and other stakeholders.


Persons Specifications
Education/Qualifications:


First Degree in Business Administration / Management Sciences/Social Sciences or any relevant field.
Membership of CIPMN or other relevant professional Institute is desirable.


Experience:


Relevant NYSC experience in the related fields is essential.
Minimum of 1-year experience preferably in the INGO/NGO sector
Office administration experience is desirable.
Experience working with international development of NGO agencies is desirable.
Experience supporting office payments is desirable.
Experience managing staff welfare is desirable.


Skills/Abilities:


Excellent working knowledge of Excel, Word & Outlook (MS Office in general) & experience in handling cash.
Excellent reporting, documentation and record-keeping skills.
Strong communication and writing skills
Excellent Interpersonal and multitasking skills.
Excellent planning and prioritization skills.
Strong analytical/problem solving skills
Tech Savy.


Personal Qualities:


High attention to detail and agile.
Team player
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Must have high respect for professional, personal integrity and ethics
Creative and takes initiative.
Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment
Willing to work additional hours at crucial times
Effectively promote the AAN's mission, values and objectives.