Human Resources and Administration Intern

 

Under the leadership of its regional office in Dakar and in close coordination with operations in the neighboring Central African Republic (CAR), DRC began its work in Cameroon in 2018, responding to the humanitarian needs of CAR refugees and vulnerable Cameroonians in the Adamawa Region. DRC now has a coordination office in Yaoundé and operates from bases in Garoua-Boulaï (Adamawa/East), Mokolo (Far North), and Bamenda (Northwest). DRC’s activities in Cameroon include emergency assistance, protection, and resilience and sustainable solutions programs for displaced persons, refugees, and host communities.

 

2. Purpose

 

Under the guidance of the Head of Support Services and the supervision of the HR Officer, the HR & Administration intern provides administrative and operational support to human resources activities, particularly in the areas of recruitment, payroll, performance management, and personnel administration.
This internship also aims to allow the intern to develop practical skills in human resources management within a structured international environment.

Internship Objectives

As part of their internship, the intern will be required to:

• Develop a practical understanding of HR processes (recruitment, payroll, personnel administration, performance)
• Learn how to use the HR tools and management systems used by the organization
• Strengthen your skills in organization, confidentiality and document management
• To receive ongoing support in order to develop technical and professional skills in human resources
• Participate in regular feedback sessions with the supervisor to monitor progress and achievements

 

3. Activities

Its main activities are:

• HR administrative and document management

• Scan, classify and archive personnel files (physical and electronic)
• Update HR files and databases as instructed;
• Ensure the organization and availability of HR documents

 

•  Support for the payroll process and personnel administration

• Support the collection and compilation of variable payroll elements (attendance, absences, leave, etc.)
• Participate in the preparation of the necessary payroll processing materials.
• Ensure the filing and archiving of payroll-related documents (signed payslips, payroll elements, etc.)

 

• Recruitment support

• Support the publication of job offers on appropriate channels
• Participate in the administrative sorting of applications under supervision
• Assist with the logistical preparation of interviews (invitations, scheduling, documents)
• Archive recruitment files
• Support for performance management and development
• Supporting the preparation of documents related to performance reviews
• Participate in the formatting and classification of goal tracking tools
• Contribute to the compilation of data related to staff training and development
• Support for expatriate cases (strictly regulated)
• Support the collection and filing of documents for visa and permit applications
• Assisting with the administrative preparation of expatriate files;

 General administrative support

• Support for managing incoming and outgoing mail;
• Maintain HR administrative records;
• Supporting the logistical organization of HR meetings and activities

4. Required qualifications

Experiences and technical skills : 

Mandatory

• A first internship experience in HR or administration, preferably in an international organization, a national NGO or an organization/company operating in a structured international environment.
• Good command of office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook);
• Strong organizational skills and administrative rigor
• Ability to work under supervision and follow instructions
• Discretion and respect for confidentiality
• Interest in human resources and professional development
• Comfortable in a multicultural environment

Education

• University degree in human resource management, management or social sciences, with specialization in human resources or equivalent professional qualification. 

LANGUAGES :

• Good command of French or English, as well as the ability to work in the other language.
• Knowledge of a local language would be an asset

5. Required skills and qualities

• In this role, you must demonstrate the five core competencies of the DRC, namely:
  • Striving for excellence: you focus on achieving results while ensuring an efficient process. You strive to produce accurate, thorough, and professional work with optimal use of time and effort.
  • Collaborating: You cooperate with and involve relevant stakeholders, actively seeking their opinions and sharing key information with them. You support and trust others, while encouraging feedback.
  • Taking the reins: You take responsibility and prioritize your work in line with DRC’s overall vision and objectives. You take initiative when faced with a challenge or opportunity and seek innovative solutions.
  • Communication: You write and speak effectively and honestly, adapting your style and tone to the situation. You actively listen to others and involve them in the dialogue.
  • Demonstrate integrity: You respect and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values ​​and code of conduct, including protection against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and cosmopolitan environment
• Proactive, with a cooperative and collaborative approach
• Excellent communication skills (including attentiveness and patience) are required.
• Good organizational skills are required
• Sense of exemplary ethics
• Ability to work in a team and a good sense of humor

6. General Regulations 

The employee must follow DRC’s instructions regarding security, confidentiality, and ethical guidelines, including the code of conduct and the humanitarian accountability framework. 

• The employee must not engage in any other paid activity during the term of the DRC contract without prior authorization. 
• The employee must not engage in any activity that could harm DRC or the implementation of any project during the term of the DRC contract. 
• The employee must not grant interviews to the media, publish photos related to DRC programs, or share other materials without prior authorization. 

• The employee must return all equipment loaned by DRC to perform the work after the end of the contract period or upon request from DRC. 

7. Application Process

If you are interested, then apply online via the link: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/currentvacancies .

Applications can only be submitted online, via the website indicated above. You must upload your CV (maximum 3 pages) and a cover letter. The CV and cover letter can be in French or English.

Applications submitted by post, email or physical delivery will not be considered.

DRC provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, sex, skin color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. DRC does not discriminate in its recruitment processes.

 Applications will close on July 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM (Cameroon time). Any application received after this date will not be considered.

However, DRC reserves the right to begin the recruitment process before the closing date if an application meets the expectations and requirements of the position.

 

 

 

Finance Intern

Introduction

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and present in forty countries, the Danish Refugee Council is a non-profit-making, politically independent, non-governmental and non-denominational relief organization.

Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

 

1. Background

DRC has been present in West and Central Africa since 1998. DRC’s HQ Hub for West Africa, North Africa and Latin America is based in Dakar, Senegal, and covers twelve countries outside Senegal.  The Cameroon country office opened in 2018 and currently comprises a coordination office in the capital Yaoundé, a base in Bamenda covering the Northwest region, a base in Garoua Boulaï covering the Adamaoua and East regions, and a base in Mokolo for the Far North.

DRC’s interventions in these areas include providing assistance to vulnerable populations, especially IDPs and refugees to enable them to meet their basic needs and protection, providing durable solutions to the ultrapoor while rendering them resilient to shocks via resilience and peacebuilding activities. Due to the lack of emergency response services to the newly displaced in the NWSW regions,

The DRC has stepped in with emergency protection and multipurpose cash in the NW region in collaboration with two national organizations as partners.

 

2. Purpose

 

Based in Bamenda, the Project Liaison Officer, working under the direct supervision of the Emergency Response Project Coordinator, and reporting to the Access, Safety & Base Manager, will support all FLASH project activities for protection and Economic Recovery, supporting the Project Coordinator in the planning, implementation of project activities and supporting DRC’s partners as they implement activities. In close collaboration with the team’s technical specialists, the Project Liaison Officer is responsible for ensuring that DRC is represented during the implementation of the projects’ activities by two local partners.

 

3. Duties and Responsibilities

 

Under the management of the Support Services Coordinator, the Finance Intern is responsible for:

 

Archiving (60% of his time)

• In charge of the proper archiving of all accounting documents and financial archives kept within the Office in Yaoundé;

• Responsibility for checking that accounting documents are in good condition, legible, easily consultable, stored in a secure and professional manner, while ensuring the proper maintenance of the stored documents;

• In charge of the regular digitization (scanning) of accounting documents and the electronic archiving/filing of these documents according to the standards defined by DRC;

• Operational support to all colleagues in the Finance Department, as well as potentially to the Support Departments (Supply Chain and Human Resources) if required by senior management.

 

Audit & Compliance (20% of his time):

• Support from the Finance Department in the event of an audit or preparation for audits (scanning of documents, archiving, etc.);

• Responsibility to collect all the supporting documents necessary for the accounting document to be considered complete and compliant;

 

Administration (20% of his time):

 

• Support for bank liaison
• Support for liaison with the tax department

 

4. Qualifications

 

Experience and technical skills :

 

• Academic level equivalent to a minimum Bac+2, university in the field of Finance/Accounting, Project Management, Business Administration or Bioforce type training;

• Knowledge of accounting and financial management software (SAGE, Dynamics, NAVISION, SAGA, etc.) is preferred;

• Excellent command of Microsoft Office;

• Excellent command of Excel tools;

• Excellent analytical and reporting skills;

• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work under pressure and stressful conditions;

• Good understanding of the working environment in an international environment.
• Being bilingual (French and English) is an advantage.
• An previous experience with International NGOs is an advantage

 

5. Skills and qualifications

• In this position, you must demonstrate the five core competencies of the CRD, namely:
  • Strive for excellence: You focus on delivering results while ensuring an efficient process. You strive to produce accurate, thorough and professional work with optimal use of time and effort.
  • Collaborate: You cooperate with and involve relevant parties, actively seeking their opinion and sharing key information with them. You support and trust others, while encouraging feedback.
  • Take the reins: You take responsibility and prioritize your work based on DRC’s overall vision and goals. You take the initiative when faced with a challenge or opportunity and look for innovative solutions.
  • Communicate: You write and speak effectively and honestly while adapting your style and tone to the situation. You actively listen to others and involve them in dialogue.
  • Demonstrate integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and code of conduct, including protection from sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and cosmopolitan environment
• Proactivity, with a cooperative and collaborative approach
• Excellent communication skills (including attention and patience) are required
• Good organizational skills are required
• Exemplary sense of ethics
• Ability to work in a team and a good sense of humour

6. General regulations

The employee must follow DRC’s instructions on security, confidentiality, and ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Accountability Framework

• The employee must not engage in any other remunerated activity during the term of the DRC contract without prior authorization
• The employee must not engage in any activity that could adversely affect DRC or the implementation of any project during the term of the DRC contract
• The employee must not give media interviews or post photos related to DRC programs or share other materials without prior permission

• The employee must return all equipment loaned by DRC to perform the work after the end of the contract period or upon request by DRC.

 

7. Application Process

 

If you are interested, then apply online via the link: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/currentvacancies.

Applications can only be made online, on the website indicated above. You must upload your CV (3 pages maximum) and a cover letter online. The CV and cover letter can be in French or English.

Applications made by post, by e-mail or by submitting a physical file will not be considered.

DRC provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, gender, colour, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. DRC does not discriminate in its recruitment processes.

 Applications will close on July 16th, 2026 at 23:59 p.m. Cameroon time. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

Nevertheless, it is possible for DRC to start, as early as the end of the posting of the vacancy, the recruitment process if an application meets the expectations and requirements of the position.