Vacant Position – People and Culture Intern Krugersdorp

Contract type: Short Term Contract
Job Level: Unskilled
Work Location: Krugersdorp, Gauteng
Closing Date: 16 November 2026

The National Research Foundation (NRF) is established by an Act of Parliament and mandated to contribute to national development by supporting, promoting and advancing research and human capacity development, through funding and the provision of the necessary research infrastructure, in order to facilitate the creation of knowledge, innovation and development in all fields of science and technology, including humanities, social sciences and indigenous knowledge; and supporting and promoting public awareness of, and engagement with, science.

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) implements South Africa’s strategic investments in radio astronomy, including the international Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project, which covers a broad range of engineering and scientific activities. SARAO is a National Facility of the National Research Foundation, and incorporates radio astronomy and space geodesy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT telescope in the Karoo, the Hartebeeshoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the Africa Radio Astronomy Programme across nine African countries, as well as associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours.

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory seeks to make an appointment for the position of a People and Culture Internship. The main purpose of this internship role is to perform an administrative support and learning the day-to-day HR activities including recruitment, training, performance management and records management.

Key Responsibilities:
* Assisting with recruitment administration, including scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates.
* Support with pre-employment and onboarding processes.
* Creating and maintaining hard and electronic HR employee files.
* Assisting with HR filling, documents management, and records retention.
* Provide general administrative support to the People and Culture department.
* Assisting with HR events including employee wellness and etc.
* Assisting with special HR projects and initiatives as required.
* Ensure adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirement

Key Requirements:
Qualification:
* National Diploma: Human Resource Management or related qualification
* Driver’s License

Experience:
MS Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

Knowledge:
Sound knowledge of BCEA, LRA, EEA and related legislation that governs elements of the HR field

Additional Notes:
* Professional and confidential approach to dealing with sensitive information (high degree of confidentiality)
* Strong organizing skills and ability to prioritise
* Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple tasks
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently
* Ability to use initiative and be pro-active
* Attention to detail
* Positive attitude, willingness to learn
* Perseverance and resilience
* Ability to operate a manual vehicle

Information:
The website www.nrf.ac.za provides more details on the NRF initiatives and activities.

Applications:
Applicants should submit a comprehensive CV by logging to https://ess.nrf.ac.za/Account/Recruitment and apply online. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of motivation indicating the applicant􀂷s suitability for the position. The names and contact details of at least three referees should be provided.

Closing Date: 16 November 2026

The NRF offers a challenging career and competitive remuneration package which is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The NRF is committed to employment equity and redress and the appointment to the position will be made in line with the NRF Employment Equity Plan.

The NRF reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Correspondence will be sent to short-listed candidates only