JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: HR Support Intern

Location: Yaoundé, Cameroon
Employment Type: Internship

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive, organized, and detail-oriented HR Support Intern to support the Human Resources department in day-to-day HR operations, employee administration, statutory compliance, and record management. The intern will play a key role in maintaining accurate HR documentation, supporting payroll-related compliance activities, and ensuring efficient employee record management while gaining practical exposure to HR processes.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration & Employee Records

• Collect, verify, and maintain employee attendance, leave, overtime, and absence records.
• Update and maintain employee personnel files and HR databases.
• Prepare employment-related documents, including work attestations and employment certificates.
• Organize and maintain both physical and electronic HR filing systems.
• Conduct periodic audits of employee files to ensure completeness and compliance.

Statutory Compliance & Payroll Support

• Assist in the preparation and submission of statutory declarations, including:
  • CNPS
  • Tax (Impôts)
• Support insurance administration by maintaining employee insurance records and assisting with claims processing.
• Ensure HR records comply with company policies and Cameroonian labour regulations.

Employee Lifecycle Support

• Support employee onboarding by collecting required documentation and preparing welcome packages.
• Coordinate employee exit procedures, including:
  • Scheduling exit interviews
  • Preparing clearance documents
  • Coordinating the return of company assets
  • Updating employee records

HR Reporting & Data Management

• Prepare monthly HR reports, including:
  • Headcount
  • Employee turnover
  • Absenteeism
  • Leave statistics
• Develop and maintain Excel dashboards for HR reporting and workforce analysis.
• Perform HR data entry with a high level of accuracy.

Employee Support

• Respond professionally to employee HR-related inquiries.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department as assigned.

Recruitment Exposure

• Gain basic observational exposure to recruitment activities, including:
  • Reviewing applications
  • Interview coordination
  • Recruitment documentation
• Support recruitment activities when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's Degree, HND, BTS, or Diploma in one of the following fields:

• Human Resource Management
• Business Administration
• Accounting
• Finance
• Management
• Economics
• Or any related discipline.

Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Strong interest in Human Resources operations and employee administration.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced work environment.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite:
  • Microsoft Excel (Advanced proficiency preferred)
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Outlook
• Ability to prepare HR reports and dashboards using Excel.
• Familiarity with HR databases is an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with any of the following will have an added advantage:

• Basic knowledge of Cameroonian Labour Law.
• Basic understanding of CNPS procedures and statutory compliance.
• Previous internship or practical experience in:
  • Human Resources
  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Administration
• Experience working with confidential documents.

What We Offer

• Practical, hands-on experience in Human Resources Operations.
• Exposure to statutory compliance and HR administration.
• Professional mentorship from experienced HR professionals.
• Opportunity to develop advanced HR reporting and Excel skills.
• Certificate of Internship Completion.
• Monthly internship stipend.
• Opportunity for full-time employment based on performance.