The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) invites unemployed graduates to apply for the HR Internship Programme.
Contract type: Short Term Contract
Period of Contract: 1 year
Job Level: Junior
Work Location: Krugersdorp, Gauteng
Closing Date: 08 September 2023
The National Research Foundation (NRF) supports and promotes research and human capital development through funding, the provision of National Research Facilities and science outreach platforms and programmes to the broader community in all fields of science and technology, including natural sciences, engineering, social sciences and humanities.
The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT and KAT-7 telescopes in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours.
The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory seek to appoint HR Intern whose key responsibilities will include To provide professional administrative support to the HR team and on all matters relating to recruitment & selection, training, performance management, correspondence, records management & documentation management.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assisting with capturing recruitment related documents
* Scheduling and setting up interviews
* Reference and back ground checks in collaboration with the HR Administrator
* Creating and maintaining hard and electronic HR files
* Creating and maintaining HR files and information of employees
* Assist with the on-boarding and Off-boarding of employees
* Assisting with minute taking at the HR meetings
* Assisting with HR events
* Assisting in coordinating HR projects (training, surveys, etc.)
* Assist in working on various projects as assigned and all other HR Admin related tasks
Key Requirements:
Qualification:
Completed National Diploma: Human Resource Management or related qualification
Experience:
* MS Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
Knowledge:
Sound knowledge of BCEA, LRA, EEA and related legislation that governs elements of the HR field
Additional Notes:
* Professional and confidential approach to dealing with sensitive information (high degree of confidentiality)
* Strong organising skills and ability to prioritise
* Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple tasks
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently
* Ability to use initiative and be pro-active
* Attention to detail
* Positive attitude, willingness to learn
* Perseverance and resilience
Information:
The website www.nrf.ac.za provides more details on the NRF initiatives and activities.
Applications:
Applicants should submit a comprehensive CV by logging to https://ess.nrf.ac.za/Account/Recruitment and apply online. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of motivation indicating the applicant’s suitability for the position. The names and contact details of at least three referees should be provided.
Closing Date: 08 September 2023
The NRF offers a challenging career and competitive remuneration package which is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The NRF is committed to employment equity and redress and the appointment to the position will be made in line with the NRF Employment Equity Plan.
The NRF reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Correspondence will be sent to short-listed candidates only