HR Intern (Internship) | Addis Ababa

• Department/Program: HR & Admin
• Reports to: HR Business Partner
• Based in: Addis Ababa
• Duration of contract: 5 Months
• Remuneration: As per the organization’s pay scale

Who we are?

We’re Population Services International (PSI), the world’s leading non‐profit social marketing organization. We work to make it easier for people in the developing world to lead healthier lives and plan the families they desire by marketing affordable products and services that range from mosquito nets to contraceptives to HIV testing. We are a $560m enterprise based in Washington, DC, operating in the private and public sectors in more than 65 countries.

Join us!

There are over 9,000 “PSI’ers” around the world. It’s a diverse group of entrepreneurs and professionals with an unusually wide range of backgrounds – from the medical industry to the music business – all with unique skills we bring to the job.

PSI/Ethiopia wants re-imagine healthcare, put the consumer at the center, and when ever possible, bring quality care to the front door. We achieve health impact in Ethiopia by working with both government and private partners and harvesting technology innovation to bring quality care closer to communities, schools, and homes. We empower consumers by including them in the design of healthcare solutions, offering them more healthcare choices, and helping them to have a voice in influencing national priorities. We work with all market actors in the health system to understand their needs, designing and delivering solutions so that market systems can sustainably serve consumers for the long term, helping to support the Government of Ethiopia in achieving Universal Health Coverage.

We are looking for a motivated HR Intern to support day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment coordination, employee records management, and documentation. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while ensuring compliance with organizational standards. This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in a dynamic HR environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Assist in coordinating recruitment activities, including scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates
• Support the collection and organization of candidate documents
• Assist in preparing onboarding documentation for new hires
• Support the onboarding process to ensure smooth employee experience

Record Management

• Assist in organizing and maintaining both physical and digital employee records
• Assists in securely storing records in accordance with data protection and confidentiality standards.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date HR documentation
• Assist in ensuring that HR documentation complies with legal and company-specific regulations

Miscellaneous assignments

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth HR processes
• Assists in preparing reports related to HR documentation
• Assist in collecting and tracking monthly hard copy Time sheets if there are any
• Provide support in organizing and facilitating HR events and activities
• Any assignment assigned by the line manager

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related social fields with 0-1 year of experience (previous experience as an HR intern is an added advantage)

Experience and Skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft applications software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Strong interest in developing a career in HR.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (both Amharic & English)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and integrity.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willing to be involved in versatile activities
• Demonstrates strong learning agility
• Commitment to Organizational values