Danish Refugee Council
Human Resources & Admin Intern – Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
📍 Location: Kigoma, Tanzania
🕒 Employment Type: Internship
📅 Application Deadline: March 2025
About DRC
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting conflict-affected populations, including refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and host communities. Since 1956, DRC has been active in over 40 countries, providing essential assistance in crisis situations.
In Tanzania, DRC has been operating since 2015, responding to the Burundi refugee crisis by managing projects in three refugee camps in the Kigoma Region. Our integrated programs focus on Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), Protection, Shelter & Infrastructure, and Economic Recovery.
As part of our mission, we are seeking a Human Resources & Admin Intern to provide administrative and logistical support while gaining practical experience in HR operations.
Role Overview
The HR & Admin Intern will assist in day-to-day administrative and human resources tasks, ensuring efficient office operations while developing essential HR skills. This role provides a unique opportunity to work within a humanitarian organization and gain hands-on experience in HR and administration.
Key Responsibilities
1. Staff Onboarding & Documentation
✔ Assist in introducing new employees to the office and helping them familiarize themselves with the workplace environment.
✔ Support in opening files for new hires and ensuring existing employee records are updated according to DRC’s checklist.
✔ Digitize employee records by scanning and storing documents in a secure softcopy system.
2. HR & Admin Support
✔ Organize and file HR-related documents, including supplier contracts and employee records.
✔ Assist the HR Officer in receiving and sorting invoices for payment processing.
✔ Help receive and maintain office supplies, ensuring proper inventory management.
✔ Support the distribution and organization of office materials and resources.
3. Office Management & Logistics
✔ Maintain storekeeping duties, ensuring the safety and availability of office supplies.
✔ Assist in general office tasks, including document sorting, filing, and administrative support.
✔ Perform any additional tasks as assigned by the HR team to support daily operations.
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Qualifications & Competencies
🎓 Education:
✔ Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or Public Administration from a recognized institution.
💡 Skills & Experience:
✔ Field training or internship experience in HR and administration.
✔ Good knowledge of human resources practices and administrative procedures.
✔ Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
✔ Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
✔ Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Core Competencies at DRC
At DRC, we expect all team members to embody our core values:
✔ Striving for Excellence – Committed to delivering high-quality results through efficient processes.
✔ Collaboration – Engaging with relevant stakeholders and encouraging feedback.
✔ Taking Initiative – Showing leadership and innovation in problem-solving.
✔ Effective Communication – Listening actively and communicating clearly.
✔ Integrity – Acting in alignment with DRC’s mission, values, and ethical standards.
Equal Opportunity & Diversity Commitment
DRC is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, age, gender identity, nationality, religion, or any other factor.
We strongly encourage national and diaspora candidates to apply. However, please note that DRC cannot offer international contracts to candidates working in their home country (in this case, Tanzania).
Ethical Standards & Compliance
As a humanitarian organization, DRC upholds the highest ethical and professional standards. All employees must adhere to DRC’s Code of Conduct, which includes strict policies against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.
As part of our recruitment process, we conduct thorough background checks to ensure the safety and integrity of our workplace.
How to Apply
🔗 To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
🚀 Apply now to start your career with DRC and contribute to meaningful humanitarian work!
To apply for this job please visit drc.ngo.
