Human Resources and RecruitmentInternshipEntry-level(0-1 yr)
Job Description
The Chambers Federation is a family-run, impact investment and entrepreneurial incubation firm that invests in talented entrepreneurs working to drive social change and innovation, primarily in Sub-Saharan Africa. We are seeking a proactive and self-driven Human Resources Intern to support our People Operations. This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in HR operations, recruitment, and organizational development within a fast-paced startup environment.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & Administration
Support employee onboarding and offboarding, including document collection, checklists, system setup coordination, and orientation support.
Act as a first point of contact for employees on basic HR-related questions regarding leave, records, policies, and procedures.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the ERP system (Odoo), covering contracts, leave, attendance, and personnel files.
Assist with the preparation and organization of HR documentation, letters, and forms.
Support leave tracking, attendance monitoring, and basic HR reporting.
Recruitment & Talent Support
Assist with drafting job descriptions, internship postings, and internal announcements.
Support recruitment coordination: CV screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
Assist in maintaining recruitment trackers and talent pipelines.
Policies, SOPs & Compliance
Assist in updating and maintaining HR policies, SOPs, and employee handbooks.
Support documentation readiness for audits, inspections, or internal reviews.
Learn and apply basic labor law and internal compliance requirements.
Performance & Employee Engagement
Support performance review processes, appraisal tracking, and documentation.
Assist in organizing staff meetings, training sessions, and internal communications.
Support employee engagement initiatives and team culture activities.
Systems, ERP & Process Improvement
Assist in setting up, improving, and maintaining HR systems and workflows using the ERP system (Odoo).
Support configuration and use of HR-related modules (employee records, leave management, approvals).
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of HR data entered into Odoo.
Identify gaps or inefficiencies in HR processes and proactively suggest and help implement improvements.
Assist with structuring HR workflows, trackers, and simple dashboards within the ERP environment.
Required Skills & Competencies
Strong interest in Human Resources, People Operations, or Organizational Development.
Comfortable using computers, applications, and ERP systems in a professional environment.
Willingness to learn and actively use Odoo (ERP) for HR operations.
Comfortable working with digital records, systems, and confidential information.
Interest in learning structured HR workflows and systems-driven processes.
Proactive, self-driven, and willing to take initiative.
Thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on start-up environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Good communication skills and professionalism.
High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
Qualifications
Student or recent graduate in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
Prior HR coursework or internship experience is an advantage but not required.
Willingness to learn and adapt is more important than prior experience.
Interested and qualified candidates should apply directly via the recruitment portal on the Chambers Federation Odoo site. You can access the application page through this link: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1196974.
