542 Hr Internship jobs in South Africa

About NACOSA : 

NACOSA (Networking HIV, AIDS Community of Southern Africa) is a leading non-profit organisation working in communities across South Africa. It focuses on building stronger, more equal, healthy and safe communities to respond effectively to HIV, AIDS, TB, gender-based violence (GBV) and other related public health and social challenges. Over the next two and a half years, NACOSA will be implementing the biggest youth health programme in the country.

The duties and responsibilities of the Human Resources (HR) Intern will include, but not limited to:

• Day-to-day office support and administrative assistance to the HR team.


• Maintain and manage personal records of employees, including contracts, leave, and training records.


• Assist with administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, document management, and verification of timesheets in preparation for payroll.


• Provide administrative support for recruitment, including posting job adverts, screening CVs, scheduling interviews, and conducting background and reference checks


• Prepare onboarding documentation and assist with onboarding of new employees.


• Support the organisation and documentation of training sessions and staff wellness activities.


• Support the HR team in ensuring compliance with HR policies and labour legislation, and assist with employee relations (IR) matters, including the investigation, documentation, and coordination of disciplinary processes.


• Promote and embody NACOSA’s values in all work performed.

Required qualifications, skills and experience

• A National Senior Certificate (Matric / Grade 12) is required.


• Relevant Diploma (N6 Certificate) from a recognised TVET College


• Basic understanding of labour legislation (e.g., BCEA, EEA, OHSA).


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).


• Familiarity with a finance or payroll system (advantageous).


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Strong organisational and time management abilities.


• Attention to detail and high level of confidentiality.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Personal Competencies

• Demonstrates honesty, reliability, and respect for confidentiality and ethical standards.


• Manages documentation with a high level of precision


• Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively


• Strong written and verbal communication


• Flexible in a dynamic work environment


• Adaptability and Willingness to Learn


• Handles sensitive information with discretion and in compliance with HR standards. 

Closing date for all applications: 28 October 2025

Application process:

Please note: Applicants receiving SASSA or other state grants will not be eligible, except for those receiving the Child Support Grant. This exclusion also applies to individuals receiving Social Relief of Distress, Disability, Old Age, or NSFAS grants. Additionally, students currently enrolled in tertiary institutions are not eligible to apply. 

PLEASE NOTE:  

Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the employment equity plan and targets of NACOSA.  We also encourage people with disabilities to apply. NACOSA is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated.  

In the event that you do not hear from us after 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. NACOSA reserves the right to amend and/or withdraw adverts at any time without notification. NACOSA respects the privacy of its stakeholders and will treat all personal information provided in line with our recruitment policy and in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act.  

As part of our hiring process, NACOSA will inquire during reference checks for information about job applicants’ reference persons regarding any finding of sexual exploitation, abuse, and/or harassment as well as any other forms of misconduct.   

• Oversee all HR functions for 300+ employees, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, and job design processes.
• Manage employee relations, grievances, disciplinary processes, and conflict resolution.
• Maintain strong relationships with unions, conduct regular meetings, and lead annual wage negotiations.
• Administer payroll and ensure compliance with UIF, PAYE, BCEA, and other relevant legislation.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports including Employment Equity, Skills Development (WSP/ATR), and BBBEE compliance.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and best practices aligned to labour legislation.
• Provide strategic HR guidance and advisory support to managers and department heads.
• Manage performance management cycles and coach line managers on KPIs, appraisals, and improvement plans.
• Coordinate training, development programs, learnerships, and apprenticeships.
• Champion employee engagement and wellness initiatives.
• Maintain HR records and systems ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR role, preferably within manufacturing.
• Proven experience dealing with unions, payroll, BBBEE, and Employment Equity submissions.

• In-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation (LRA, BCEA, EE Act, Skills Development Act, OHSA).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and influencing abilities.
• Highly organised with excellent multitasking and time management skills.
• Resilient, professional, ethical, and able to maintain confidentiality.

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes (Blue collar to Head Office staff)
• Lead training and development initiatives
• Handle employee relations matters
• Oversee HR administration tasks - incl evaluations and performance / Payroll / Bonus
• Prepare and submit annual training reports
• Ensure compliance with SDL and EE requirements according to the company plan / framework

Vakante Pos: Ervare HR-Bestuurder - Witrivier Mpumalanga

Kultuurpassing is krities – ons benodig iemand wat gepoleer, diskreet en kliëntgerig is en glad in ons gasvryheid-gesondheidsorgomgewing sal integreer.

Rolfokus:

• Volspektrum HR (werwing tot uitgang), beleid en nakoming, ER/IR, prestasiebestuur, opleidingskoördinering en HR-verslagdoening.
• Sterk op "praktiese" uitvoering met die volwassenheid om met leierskap saam te werk en standaarde te stel.

Minimum kwalifikasies:

• Baccalaureusgraad of Nasionale Diploma in Menslike Hulpbronne.
• Professionele registrasie voordelig (bv. SABPP).
• Geldige bestuurslisensie.
• Kernervaring (5–8+ jaar totaal; 3+ jaar in 'n alleenstaande of leidende HR-rol)
• Soliede Suid-Afrikaanse arbeidsregtoepassing (BCEA, LRA, EEA, OHSA) en CCMA/IR-blootstelling.
• Beleidsontwikkeling en -implementering; klagte-, swak prestasie- en dissiplinêre prosesse van begin tot einde.
• Werwing en aanboording teen 'n spoed (insluitend skaars vaardighede), verwysingskontroles, verifikasies.
• Salarisskakeling en HR-administrasie (verlof, personeellêers, oudits); HRIS-vaardigheid (bv. Sage Professional Payrol/BC), sterk Excel en verslagdoening.
• Prestasiebestuursiklusse, afrigting van bestuurders en basiese L&D-koördinering.
• Vertroulikheid en hoë EQ in 'n premium omgewing.

Bevoegdhede:

• Professionele kommunikasie (skriftelik en mondeling), uitstekende oordeel, veerkragtigheid (Afrikaans & Engels).
• Georganiseerd, sperdatumgedrewe en kalm onder druk.
• Empaties, diensgerig en grensbewuste.
• Onberispelike aandag aan detail en deurvoering.


Om so gou as moontlik te begin.

• Liaison with clients and suppliers.
• Coordinate recruitment planning, advertising, and short-listing, interviews and applicant response handling and due diligence.
• Provide support to the company Director on all HR projects.
• Coordinate, attend and document meetings with clients and prospective clients.
• Ensure effective and efficient company administration of HR processes.
• Customization of clients HR documentation.
• Support clients with disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Support clients with employee performance monitoring processes.
• Prepare the training pack for all the training conducted or facilitated by the company.

• South African unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
• Must not have participated on the YES Programme before.
• Diploma/Degree in Human Resources Management
• Computer literate
• High degree of confidentiality, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Dont ask for anything that discriminates against personal traits such as age or sex.

Job Description

• Gain practical work experience and network with industry experts.
• Receive mentorship from experts in your specific field of study.
• Form part of our dynamic workforce.
• Be considered for permanent employment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• HR degree
• Ability to work under pressure
• Time management skills
• Fully bilingual
• Great communication skills
• Valid Drivers license.

• Under general supervision, supports the effective operation and improvement of one or more HR processes.
• Collaborates with stakeholders, creates tools and resources, and executes programs and projects.
• Develops subject matter expertise in one or more of the following disciplines: Compensation, Benefits, International HR/Global Mobility, Employee Relations, Learning and Development, Talent Acquisition, HR Information Systems, or HR Operations.
• Supports the efficient delivery of processes, programs and policies through the application of specialized knowledge and skills, analysis, and business acumen.
• Responsible for HR data reporting used to determine meaningful recommendations and actions to improve overall HR service delivery.
• May advise HR and business leaders across the organisation on best practices.
• Conduct regular performance reviews / probation / capacity discussions with HODs to instil a performance culture within the Company.
• Ensure continuous building employee relations within the companys culture goals.
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievance, and any other issues.
• Contribute to the development and updating of HR and Company policies and procedures as required.
• Manage and monitor the Companys recruitment and selection process and complete recruitment for salary employees.
• Contribute and assist (where indirect labour is required) the Companys recruitment and selection process and complete recruitment for wage employees.
• Implement a manager an effective personnel administration system and procedures.

• 2-3 years HR Generalist experience
• Appropriate Bachelors Degree &/or tertiary equivalent
• ISO 45001
• Deciding and initiating action
• Leading and proactive approach
• Working with people
• Presenting and communicating information
• Reporting
• Applying expertise and technology
• Planning and organising
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Adapting and responding to change
• Coping with pressure and setbacks