Human Resources Intern

About CIVICUS

CIVICUS exists to defend people power. As a growing global alliance of over 15,000 members in 188 countries, we work together to monitor violations of basic civic freedoms, call out the perpetrators of violations and strengthen the power of people to organise by supporting a more accountable, effective and innovative civil society. We strive to promote excluded voices, especially from the Global South.

About the Role

Under the overall guidance of the Head of People and the HR Officer, the HR Intern will be responsible for providing day to day administrative support to the human resource team. This will include, but not be limited to recruitment and selection, and general administration.

The role would suit a young HR graduate at the beginning of their career, with strong digital/computer skills. The person will have a strong commitment to civil society, human rights, diversity, transparency, and equality.

Key Requirements                                                                                 

• A Background (degree or experience) in Human Resources.
• Recruitment background (degree or experience) desirable.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Computer literacy: MS Office applications and the internet
• Good people skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Please click here for a full Job Description

How to Apply

The closing deadline for applications is Close of Business on the 19th November 2023.

Interested candidates should complete the application form by clicking the following link HR Intern Application Form  then email their application documents (CV & Cover letter) to jobs@civicus.org

Your application should comprise of

• A full CV, including educational and professional qualifications, a full employment history showing the more significant positions, responsibilities held, and relevant achievements
• A covering note of not more than 1 page outlining your motivation for applying for the role.

Short listed candidates will be contacted 2 weeks after the closing date to schedule interviews.

Due to high volumes of applications received, should you have yet to receive feedback on your application within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. We reserve the right to withdraw any of our vacancies at any time.