HR Intern at Gap Recruitment Services Limited

Role Overview

Our client is looking to hire an HR Intern to play a hands-on role in supporting this HRIS implementation, working closely with the HR team and the system developer to ensure a smooth transition, accurate data, and a well-functioning system going forward. Beyond the HRIS project, the Intern will support the day-to-day running of the HR department, including maintaining an up-to-date tracker of employee letters and contract renewals, and assisting with general HR tasks as required. This is a great opportunity for an HR graduate to gain practical, varied exposure to HR operations within a fast-paced organization.

Key Responsibilities

• HRIS Implementation — support the rollout of the new HRIS by liaising directly with the developer/vendor to relay requirements, test features, and troubleshoot issues; assist in preparing, cleaning, and migrating employee data into the new system, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality throughout; support user acceptance testing and help train HR staff and employees once live; monitor the system post-launch, escalating technical issues to the developer where necessary
• Employee Records & Renewals — maintain and regularly update a tracker of employee letters, contracts, and renewal dates, flagging upcoming expirations to the HR team in good time; draft and prepare standard HR letters and correspondence (e.g. offer letters, confirmation letters, contract renewals) for review and sign-off
• General HR Support — provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR department, including filing, record-keeping, and data entry; assist with onboarding and offboarding activities for staff; undertake any other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the HR department

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management from a reputable university in Kenya
• 1 year of experience in an HR role or HR internship preferred
• Knowledge of HRIS systems is ideal
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment is an added advantage
• Experience within the tech industry is an added advantage
• Tech Savvy and willing to grow in a tech driven industry
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment
• Quick and willing to learn new systems and processes
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with people at all levels
• High level of discretion, integrity, and confidentiality when handling employee data
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Can report as soon as possible.