National Library of South Africa (NLSA): Human Resources Management Trainee / Intern

The National Library of South Africa (NLSA) invites applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment on a six-month fixed-term contract. The successful individual will be based at the Pretoria Campus. The successful candidate will report to the Manager: Human Resources Management.

Position Title: Human Resources Management Trainee

Duration: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Reference Number: 01/02/2024

Stipend: R 5 700.00 per month

Resonsibilities:

• Ensure that documentation for all new employees is in order, duly signed and completed in full, in line with the Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all information and documentation in respect of terminated employees are processed.
• Compile and capture statistics, reports and any other documentation as requested by Management.
• Assist employees with queries, including but not limited to employee benefits and general employment queries.
• Assist and support the HRM team with HRM functions (recruitment and selection, performance management, training and development, wellness, etc.).
• Assist and support the EPWP and internship projects.
• Deal with confirmation of employment queries received, including but not limited to, telephonic confirmations, confirmation letters and certificates of service.
• Assist during audits.
• Perform monthly inputs control for payroll.
• Ensure that personnel files are complete, and records are kept up-to date.
• Perform general administration duties.
• Attend to the administration of the human resources information system.
• Minute taking during HR related meetings.

Requirements:

National Diploma (NQF level 6) or Degree in:

• Human Resources Management/Development,
• Industrial Psychology,
• Business Administration
• or related

Experience:

• Experience in the Human Resources Management field will be advantageous

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to take initiative;
• Good communication skills;
• Relationship-building and interpersonal relationship skills;
• Ability to work independently and deliver work within agreed timeframes;
• Effective problem-solving skills;
• Excellent proficiency in a Windows environment and other Office applications;
• High accuracy and attention to detail;
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills;
• Ability to work successfully under sustained pressure; and
• Confidentiality.