What will you do?
In close consultation with the Head of HR and in collaboration with other HR colleagues and unit managers, contribute to defining the people/HR management plan, specifically in relation to the talent acquisition and employer branding activities.
Contribute to the Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding weekly reports that update and alert stakeholders about the challenges and opportunities in these areas.
In close collaboration with the talent acquisition team, ensure that all vacancies announcements are sound and inspiring for the purpose of attracting best talent with a focus on gender.
Further streamline talent acquisition sourcing strategies and approach by using new technologies, social media, software and networks, to identify, attract, and hire the best talent.
Train the talent acquisition team to implement data driven and proactive talent sourcing approaches, to use contemporary talent acquisition tools & technologies and to effectively use social media platforms.
Identify opportunities to expand relevant talent pools by identifying macro level opportunities from demographic trends, labour market analysis, diaspora, diversity partnership opportunities etc.
Support developing and maintaining strong relationships that include outreach to schools, education institutions, targeted diversity organizations, professional associations and other recruiting sources to ensure sourcing produces a strong talent pipeline.
Improve gender diversity and drive the improvements of talent attraction and talent acquisition approaches, especially to attract qualified female candidates (with special attention on diaspora) to hardship locations.
Increase the quality of applicant flow, including both internal and external, passive and active candidates and ensure local implementation.
Articulate WFP’s employee value proposition to enhance visibility and reputation in key sourcing channels by enabling the talent acquisition team to carry out impactful and targeted employer branding activities.
Undertake field missions related to talent acquisition and employer branding project as necessary.
Any other duties in line with the profile and expertise.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Advanced university degree in Human Resource Management, Public or Business Administration, Industrial Psychology or First University degree with additional relevant experience.
Experience: Five or more years of postgraduate professional experience in Talent Acquisition, of which at least 3 years must be at an international or regional level. Experience and expertise in sourcing and recruiting hard-to-find profiles is a must. Experience in transforming processes and leading change.
Language: Proficiency in oral and written communication in English.
Knowledge & Skills:
Experience working as part of a multicultural and diverse team.
Deep knowledge of the recruiting market and trends in East Africa.
Demonstrated success developing and deploying creative, effective candidate pipeline development methodologies and effective outreach strategies.
Structured in leading multiple talent projects simultaneously to successful completion.
Experience with SAP/ Applicant Tracking Systems, technology, and sourcing tools.
Ability to leverage social media to connect with diverse communities to brand and market organisation and jobs.
Ability to draft clear concise reports.
Good communication skills with the ability to persuade, influence and adapt communication style to different situations and stakeholders.
Ability to build and maintain effective work relationships with human resources counterparts, managers and staff within WFP.
Terms and Conditions
Contract Duration: 11 months (initial)
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