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Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist

Penda Health  · Healthcare / Medical

Full Time Nairobi
Nairobi
Deadline: 21 August 2026
Posted May 23, 2026

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team in this pivotal role. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to our organization’s success by performing a variety of critical tasks and responsibilities. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in the relevant field, along with the necessary qualifications and experience to excel in this position. Key duties include managing projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring all operations align with company objectives. Strong analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential for success in this role. Additionally, familiarity with industry-specific tools and technologies will be required to perform the job effectively.

Peña’s recruitment success hinges on a structured, consistent, and candidate-focused hiring process. The Talent Acquisition Lead plays a pivotal role in managing the full recruitment lifecycle—with a primary focus on Integrated Patient Services (IPS) roles, including clinical and medical center positions, and a secondary emphasis on Support Office (SO) positions. This ensures every hire aligns with Peña’s stringent quality benchmarks while delivering an exceptional candidate experience that reflects Peña at its finest.

This position demands a proactive, results-driven approach, serving as a critical component of Peña’s hiring infrastructure while collaborating closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager to enforce operational excellence. Responsibilities include safeguarding process integrity, assisting hiring managers, sustaining a robust talent pipeline, and meticulously overseeing each phase of the recruitment process to uphold accuracy and adherence to standards.

Oversee and execute primary duties associated with this role, ensuring all core functions are fulfilled with precision and efficiency. Lead and manage critical projects, maintaining strict adherence to established timelines and quality benchmarks. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align objectives, streamline processes, and enhance overall productivity. Serve as a key point of contact for stakeholders, providing clear communication and fostering strong professional relationships. Monitor performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement strategic solutions accordingly. Ensure compliance with organizational policies, industry regulations, and best practices throughout all operational activities.

We are responsible for overseeing the entire recruitment lifecycle, from initial planning through to final onboarding, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This role involves managing job postings, sourcing qualified candidates, conducting interviews, and facilitating smooth hiring transitions. Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail are essential to maintain efficiency and accuracy throughout the process. Collaboration with hiring managers and stakeholders is critical to understand specific role requirements and deliver timely, high-quality talent solutions. Experience in recruitment methodologies and familiarity with HR systems are preferred to enhance operational effectiveness.

Manages the entire recruitment process for designated roles, beginning with role activation and concluding with the offer stage, ensuring adherence to Peña’s Hiring System standards and mutually agreed service level agreements.

Oversees the entire recruitment lifecycle, from the creation and distribution of job postings to the final stages of candidate selection. This involves managing the shortlisting process, coordinating assessment schedules, organizing interview panels, and maintaining clear communication with all applicants throughout the hiring journey.

Conducts structured screening interviews and assists with panel interviews, evaluating candidates against established competency and cultural fit benchmarks.

Maintains professional, courteous, and prompt communication with every candidate throughout each stage of the recruitment process.

Collaborates closely with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to ensure alignment on role specifications, candidate progression, and hiring outcomes.

Ensures strict adherence to established processes while maintaining high standards of quality in all deliverables. Monitors workflows to identify deviations and implements corrective measures promptly. Conducts thorough quality checks to verify accuracy, consistency, and compliance with organizational benchmarks. Addresses discrepancies through root cause analysis and collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency. Prioritizes continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance and mitigate risks associated with non-conformance.

Ensures strict adherence to Peña’s recruitment standard operating procedures throughout each phase, promptly identifying any deviations and elevating potential process risks to the Talent Acquisition Manager for resolution.

Ensures all Job Descriptions adhere to the established quality gate criteria prior to activation for recruitment purposes.

Consistently applies predefined assessment tools and evaluation criteria across all positions to ensure equitable and objective hiring decisions.

Responsible for meticulously maintaining and updating candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System throughout each stage of the recruitment process, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all data at all times.

The role facilitates a smooth pre-boarding transition to the HRBP team, verifying that all documentation is fully processed, and the handover occurs in an organized and prompt manner.

Experienced professionals are sought to enhance our pipeline development and talent acquisition strategies. The ideal candidates will spearhead efforts to identify, engage, and secure top-tier talent across diverse industries. Responsibilities include cultivating relationships with potential candidates, leveraging innovative recruitment techniques, and collaborating with hiring managers to align talent with organizational needs. Strong interpersonal skills, a results-driven mindset, and proficiency in talent acquisition tools are essential. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate the ability to analyze market trends, assess candidate potential, and contribute to a high-performance recruitment team.

Maintains dynamic talent pipelines, with a specific emphasis on high-volume and recurring clinical positions, to ensure Peña never begins crucial hiring efforts from a blank slate.

Implements sourcing strategies developed by the Talent Acquisition Manager, leveraging job boards, professional networks, employee referrals, and community channels to engage and attract top-tier candidates.

Proactively engages with prospective candidates to fill critical, hard-to-source positions.

Diligently tracks pipeline performance across various roles, promptly identifying and escalating early indicators of potential sourcing difficulties to the Talent Acquisition Manager for proactive intervention.

The role involves providing comprehensive support to stakeholders and hiring managers throughout the recruitment and onboarding process. Key responsibilities include facilitating clear communication, addressing inquiries promptly, and ensuring alignment between hiring objectives and team needs. The position requires strong interpersonal skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining a high level of professionalism and discretion.

Acts as the primary daily liaison for hiring managers regarding all current positions, ensuring they receive updates on candidate status, upcoming actions, and projected timelines.

Ahead of every panel, coaches educate hiring managers on interview benchmarks, assessment frameworks, and procedural guidelines to ensure alignment with organizational standards.

Monitors essential recruitment metrics associated with designated roles and maintains transparency by disseminating updates through established internal reporting systems.

Proactively analyzes feedback from hiring managers to uncover process gaps or recurring inefficiencies, then formulates and presents actionable recommendations to the Talent Acquisition Manager.

We value a dynamic and inclusive work environment where teamwork and shared values drive success. Your ability to foster strong relationships, communicate effectively, and embrace diverse perspectives will be essential. Collaboration is at the heart of our operations, ensuring that every project benefits from collective expertise and mutual respect. We seek individuals who thrive in collaborative settings, contribute positively to team dynamics, and uphold our culture of innovation and integrity.

Demonstrates the Peña Way by consistently embodying integrity, compassion, and accountability in all engagements with candidates and stakeholders.

Serves as a trusted representative of Peña throughout the hiring process, guaranteeing that every candidate departs with an enhanced perception of the organization.

Facilitates an environment within the TA team where excellence is upheld, ongoing professional development is prioritized, and collective responsibility for recruitment outcomes is emphasized.

Success encompasses achieving predetermined objectives with measurable outcomes, delivering projects on schedule and within budget, and exceeding performance expectations. It involves demonstrating expertise in your field, maintaining high standards of quality, and fostering innovation to drive continuous improvement. Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively with teams, stakeholders, and clients, while adaptability ensures responsiveness to changing priorities and market demands. Leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire and motivate others, are critical for guiding teams toward shared goals. Additionally, a commitment to professional development and lifelong learning enhances long-term success and career growth.

Timely hiring is essential to Peña’s strategic growth objectives, ensuring the acquisition of high-quality talent.

Robust, forward-thinking talent pipelines are primed for growth and scalability.

Strategic partners, the TA team is relied upon and trusted by hiring managers to drive organizational success.

Recruitment systems are characterized by their efficiency, structured methodologies, and reliance on data-driven insights.

Consistently delivering an exceptional candidate experience remains a top priority.

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You Have

Candidates must possess a relevant academic degree along with professional certifications or equivalent experience in the specified field. Solid educational background from an accredited institution is essential, complemented by ongoing professional development to ensure up-to-date expertise. Required credentials may include professional licenses, advanced degrees, or industry-recognized certifications, depending on the role. Additionally, proficiency in relevant technical or specialized skills is often expected to meet the demands of the position.

A bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or an equivalent discipline is required.

With a proven track record in the field, candidates should possess hands-on experience implementing and optimizing solutions within relevant domains. A minimum of three years of professional experience is required, with a preference for expertise in specific technologies or methodologies as outlined in the job posting. The ideal applicant will demonstrate a strong ability to apply their experience to real-world challenges, ensuring efficient and effective outcomes. Prior experience in collaborative environments is also highly valued, reflecting the role’s emphasis on teamwork and communication.

Seeking candidates with 2 to 4 years of practical recruitment experience, ideally including significant involvement in high-volume recruitment or within clinical and healthcare hiring settings.

Proven track record in overseeing the complete recruitment lifecycle, encompassing talent sourcing, selection, offer negotiation, and seamless pre-boarding integration.

Demonstrated expertise in performing structured interviews and utilizing competency-based assessment methodologies to evaluate candidates effectively.

Experienced in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) with a proven ability to ensure the integrity and accuracy of recruitment records and data.

Seeking a highly motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The ideal candidate should demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities, a keen attention to detail, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Proficiency in communication, both written and verbal, is essential, along with the capability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Experience in project coordination or a related field is preferred, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth is highly valued.

Demonstrated capacity to maintain meticulous organization and efficiently oversee numerous open positions concurrently, ensuring unwavering focus on precision and thoroughness.

Skilled in fostering clear and impactful interactions, adept at connecting with candidates, hiring managers, and various stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Demonstrates strong decision-making skills in evaluating and selecting candidates based on their competencies and alignment with the organization’s culture.

Demonstrates unwavering dedication to established operational protocols by consistently adhering to standard operating procedures and accepting full responsibility for meeting agreed-upon deadlines and quality benchmarks.

Data-driven, meticulously tracks essential metrics, updates records instantaneously, leverages performance indicators to identify risks, and implements corrective actions to foster continuous improvement.

A true reflection of the Peña Way is demonstrated through an unwavering passion, steadfast trustworthiness, and a deep sense of responsibility, coupled with an authentic commitment to recruiting the most suitable individuals for the organization.

Qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

Experience Required

2 - 4 years

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