Internship Opportunity: Remuneration and Benefits
Description :
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is on a transformative journey, creating exciting opportunities to shape the training of medical and health professionals. In support of South Africa’s national transformation goals, SMU offers internships to deserving unemployed graduates, helping young South Africans gain valuable work experience and improve their employability.
SMU’s Human Resources Department invites applications for an internship position in Remuneration and Benefits. This role offers experiential learning in the HR environment, focusing on compensation, benefits administration, and related HR functions.
Minimum Requirements
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A bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Accounting, Human Resource Management, Finance, Economics or equivalent (must attach academic transcript)
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Must be new to HR, remuneration, and benefits (no prior work experience or internships in this specific field)
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Basic understanding of remuneration structures and employee benefits
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Strong numerical and analytical abilities
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Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
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Good communication and interpersonal skills
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Excellent attention to detail
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Must be a South African citizen
Competencies
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Time management skills
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Confidentiality, discretion, and tact in dealing with people
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Client service orientation
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Results-driven mindset
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Ability to work under pressure and manage stress
Description :
Key Responsibilities
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Support implementation and maintenance of salary structures and pay scales
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Assist with job profiling, evaluation, and grading processes
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Participate in salary benchmarking and compile market analyses
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Maintain up-to-date records for benefit providers (e.g. medical aid, retirement funds)
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Process monthly remuneration inputs such as salary adjustments and allowances
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Prepare remuneration and benefits reports for management decision-making
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Provide first-level support to employees on benefits queries (pensions, medical aid, etc.)
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Ensure compliance with tax laws, BCEA, and internal policies
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Contribute to improving SMU’s institutional culture
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Perform any other tasks as delegated by the line manager
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should email the following documents, quoting the reference number in the subject line, to Ms BG Mbanjwa at hr.recruitment8@smu.ac.za:
• A detailed CV
• Certified copies of qualifications
• Academic transcript
• Contact details of three referees
Important:
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Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
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Incomplete applications or those lacking documentation will not be considered.
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Applications via employment agencies will not be accepted.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
For enquiries about conditions of service, contact (012) 521-3071.
SMU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Company: SEFAKO MAKGATHO
Location: Pretoria
Salary: Market related
Posted at: June 28, 2025, 1:15 p.m.
Deadline: 2025-07-09
This job does not currently accept online applications.
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