HR Intern at Penda Health

Scope of work

The HR Intern will support the HR team in administrative functions and tasks. This role is ideal for a fresh graduate aiming to gain practical experience in Human Resources by working closely with HRBPs. The intern will contribute to various HR processes and initiatives that align with Penda's mission to deliver exceptional patient experiences through our staff.

Responsibilities:

• Recruitment  and Talent Management:
  • Assist in the recruitment process by posting job ads, reviewing resumes and coordinating interviews.
  • Support in the organization and implementation of training programs for staff development.
  • Maintain records of training sessions and assist in tracking employee progress.
• Onboarding and Orientation:
  • Help with the preparation of onboarding materials and new hire documentation.
  • Assist in scheduling and conducting orientation sessions for new employees.
  • Ensure new hires complete all necessary paperwork and compliance requirements.
• Administrative Support:
  • Assist with maintaining employee databases.
  • Manage and support the follow-up process for locum staff payments.
  • Help organize and schedule appointments, meetings, and events.
  • Support in preparing HR documents, including employment contracts, offer letters, and policy updates.
  • Participate in HR team meetings and contribute to project discussions.
  • Support special HR projects and initiatives as required.
  • Support in leave allocation and planning.
• Performance Management:
  • Provide support in the execution of the performance management process.
  • Assist in scheduling performance reviews and collecting relevant data.
  • Help prepare reports and documentation related to employee performance.
• Policy Implementation and Change Management
  • Support in the roll-out and communication of new HR policies and programs.
  • Assist in developing training materials and workshops.
  • Help track the effectiveness of implemented policies and programs and gather employee feedback.
  • Assist in the communication and implementation of organizational changes.
  • Provide support in analyzing survey data and preparing insights for HR leadership.

Requirements: 

• Recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Prior internship or work experience in an office environment is a plus.