Mercy Corps responsibilities
For the duration of this internship assignment, the intern will receive:
• The P&C intern will be able to understand the standardized filing management systems for personnel files.
• Learn how to create a personnel file and how each document is organized.
• This exercise will also enhance his or her interpersonal and communication skills since s/he will be coordinating the documents from different team members in all offices to ensure that their files are up to date.
• This assignment will also enable me to get exposure to the HCM system with support from the People and Culture Assistant.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• Strong communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Professionalism: Maintaining a professional demeanour and adhering to ethical standards in all interactions.
• Organizational skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and stay organized in a fast-paced setting.
• Teamwork: Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to team goals.
• Customer service orientation: Providing excellent service to internal stakeholders such as employees and managers.
INTERN’S RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Updating and maintaining employee records ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Completing and providing support to the P&C team on different assigned activities
• Participating in P&C meetings
DELIVERABLES:
• Updated employee files with accurate information including but not limited to new hires, terminations, resignations, transfers and changes in employee status.
• Organize files and records that comply with legal requirements and Mercy Corps policies.
• Accurately complete the assigned tasks as given by the P&C team.
• Monthly Activity Reports
IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:
• A recommendation letter from the university from the respective university
• Applicant should be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in human resources, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Social Sciences or any related discipline in people function.
• A high degree of organizational skills using computer-based tools/software with demonstrated attention to details.
• Strong communication skills including the ability to communicate frequently and effectively in both verbal and written form.
• Proven ability to conduct him/ herself professionally under pressure.
SUCCESS FACTORS:
• Able to communicate effectively with all teams
• Responsive to all staff
• A good team player with a sense of humor
• Attention to detail
• Innovative and results-oriented
Job application procedure
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More Information
- Address Kampala, Uganda, East Africa
