Recruitment Manager -Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Deadline: Dec 27, 2022

Job Description

Employee Contract Type:

Local – Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)

JOB PURPOSE 

World Vision Ethiopia Recruitment Manager is a person who is motivated by his/her Christian faith to leads a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists to find great talent, both Internally and Externally and help us keep Our Promise to the world’s most vulnerable children.  He/ She is an experienced Talent Acquisition/ Recruitment team leader with knowledge of how to extensively source for local talent within the INGO sector. S/he will oversee the work of the talent acquisition Centre of Expertise and act as an Executive Recruiter for the national office senior level positions. He/she also has in-depth experience of all aspects of organizational branding, sourcing strategies, candidate screening and selection. He/she will ensure a positive recruitment and candidate onboarding experience as well as inspires a work team for exceptional delivery of results.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITES

30%

Strategic Leadership and Planning

  • Lead the development, planning and implementation of WV Ethiopia talent acquisition strategy in support of Our Promise
  • Ensure alignment of team objectives and deliverables with the People & Culture (P&C) strategic priorities
  • Lead the Talent Acquisition team; participating in strategic and tactical planning sessions for organizational effectiveness and that of individual business units to meet organizational, team goals and individual work goals
  • Lead, plan, and co-implement initiatives towards the realization of the organizational vision, mission, strategy, and annual TA and Recruitment operating plan, including the employee engagement (Our Voice) outcomes within the team
  • Lead the implementation of the department projects and team goals
  • In collaboration with Senior Leadership Team to develop and deliver strategies and tools to help them meet their key talent business objectives i.e. key leadership Talent pipelines.

 

20 %

Talent Management and Leadership

  • Lead, mentor, and coach the Talent Acquisition team, providing support for individual and team growth and development
  • Develop and maintain multiple channels and networks in Ethiopia to build a deep, diverse understanding of the local contexts in which WVI works in order to ensure compliance with local recruitment practices and legal requirements
  • Be intentional in identifying and developing required technical on-the-job skills in the Talent Acquisition team
  • Establish Individual Development Plans that are evident for enhancing staff career growth, engagement, and retention
  • Support the TA Team, through leading team change initiatives aimed at fulfilment of ongoing cohesion and effectiveness of the Talent Acquisition (CoE) and other P&C functions
  • Provide guidance to P&C Colleagues supporting Talent Acquisition processes around local Recruitment policies and processes
  • Ensure ALL new applicable hires done by the team have gone through required reference and background checks

30%

Leadership Recruiter

  • Serve as Leadership Recruiter for senior roles and conduct thorough Position Briefs (assignment intake meetings) with hiring managers for recruitment of all managed positions
  • Perform pre-screening calls as well as develop written Pre-screening Questionnaires for the purpose of evaluating applicants’ abilities and overall organizational culture and job alignment
  • Conduct recruitment responsibilities in a professional, service-oriented, responsive, innovative, ethical and cost-effective manner in accordance with WVE goals and Christian principles
  • Utilize recruitment tools appropriately and efficiently to ensure consistent, timely, and accurate data entry and management
  • Interview candidates, combining various methods (e.g., structured interviews, technical assessments, observation, and behavioural assessments) to ensure the best candidate is appointed into a role
  • Negotiate offer of employment with selected candidates within limits specified by the Local Recruitment Policy guiding Line Managers and Leadership as appropriate, right up to the point of issuing a written Contract of Employment for successful candidates
  • Promote the organization’s reputation as a great place to work for Christian humanitarian professionals and senior for-profit experts with transferable skills. Also serve as WVI/E Brand Ambassador through the Recruitment process, acting as a first gatekeeper and advocate
  • Coordinate with the P&C Operations Effectiveness Support team  to ensure appropriate orientation

10%

Stakeholder Management, Customer Service and Workforce Planning

  • Coordinate National Office SLT, Senior People & Culture Business Partner to assess, plan and forecast for hiring needs
  • Help in supporting leaders in creating Diversity Sourcing and Recruitment Strategy as appropriate for specialized work contexts, especially fragile contexts
  • Develop, build and maintain relationships with national office and regional P&C Business Partners and support the consistent implementation of national recruitment policies, with particular emphasis on Compensation, Benefits, and Total Rewards approaches
  • Attend client meetings (both in-person and virtually, as requested) and brief senior staff on sourcing and recruiting efforts
  • Keep P&C leadership updated on possible staffing needs and upcoming projects
  • Lead the development and implementation of a Diversity Sourcing and Recruitment Strategy for all departments.
  • Maintain strong talent pipelines based on client needs, with particular focus on Senior Leadership and other hard to fill roles.
  • Attend and participate in Christian devotional/chapel services, as provided by hosting office.

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

Required Professional Experience

  • 7+ years’ work experience, preferably in both the INGO and for-profit sector.
  • 7+ years’ experience in recruitment of leadership, managerial and professional technical positions
  • Previous Executive Recruitment experience in locally and internationally
  • Proven experience as a talent acquisition leader, with a professional work team, utilizing common systems approaches to work required
  • Proven knowledge of common HR policies and the use of problem-solving skills in a cross-cultural environment
  • At least 5 years’ experience in full-cycle recruiting, sourcing, and employment branding, much of it within a global or multi-cultural context
  • Demonstrated ability of extensive use of creative sourcing tools and networking skills to connect with talent in different professions
  • Successful skills and ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and ever-changing multinational organization
  • The ability to operate effectively within a geographically dispersed organization
  • Extensive customer service experience serving or supporting an international or global workforce required
  • A deep understanding and passion for recruitment, aware of the latest trends and global talent market
  • Strong Business Ethics and values
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Teams

Required Education, Training, license, registration, and certification

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required as a minimum
  • A Master’s degree in human resources or equivalent work experience is preferred
  • Extensive experience utilizing behavioural interviewing techniques (e.g., Targeted Selection)
  • Solutions-oriented with strong problem-solving and follow-up skills
  • A self-starter who is driven to find the best candidates for positions and who can work in an environment with minimal supervision
  • A strong team player and collaborator who is able to effectively network amongst all work levels, both within and outside the organization
  • Strong interpersonal, negotiation communication skills (both written and oral)
  • A proven track record of providing exceptional customer service
  • Experience in planning and forecasting workforce staffing needs, including pipelining
  • Demonstrated computer literacy, including experience tracking recruitment metrics and developing strategies to improve outcomes
  • Expertise in advanced internet searching, candidate research, and cold-calling
  • Confident in advising and partnering with business partners, hiring managers, and other stakeholders
  • An experienced leader who works to improve their spiritual maturity and that of others

Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications

  • Strong relationships with INGO leaders in Ethiopia
  • Excellent relationship-building skills.
  • Certification/training in Internet Recruiting and Sourcing
  • Travel and/or Work Environment Requirement 10% local travel
  • Language Requirements Excellent verbal and written skills in English

 

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

 

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