Regional Recruiter at IntraHealth International

Job description

SUMMARY OF ROLE

The Regional Recruiter is responsible for full life-cycle recruiting (end to end recruitment). S/he is responsible for understanding proposals and project start up recruitment needs, developing of recruiting plans tools and innovative sourcing strategies to leverage diverse high caliber candidates, pre-screen candidates to assess their qualifications through a combination of behavioral and competency based interviewing, monitor requisition status to ensure an efficient recruitment process. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in leading searches for a wide range of global positions, including for U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) projects. S/he will work closely work with Senior Proposal Recruiter and the Regional HR Business Partner. This position will be based either in Kenya, Uganda or Tanzania.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruitment ( 55%)
  • Recruit international and Third Country personnel for proposals and programs;
  • Source candidates in alignment with proposal personnel qualifications, donor regulations, and organizational team structure.
  • Support/improve processes for strong recruitment to include developing job descriptions, creating job announcements, networking, screening and interviewing candidates when needed.
  • Follow and promote understanding of best practices, regulations and policies related to recruitment and employment.
  • Assist with development and implement international recruitment best practices; ensure proactive and continual networking efforts to maintain a pipeline of qualified talent.
  • Assist with the development, maintenance and updates as needed the proposal recruitment manual outlining processes, policies, and best practices.
  • Assist with the design of organizational charts and advise on team structure based on proposal objectives, budget, and personnel qualifications.
  • Serve as administrator for recruitment websites and manage the applicant tracking system (Ultipro) to house and track candidate CVs.
  • Source and recruit candidates by using databases, social media etc.
  • Screen candidates resumes and job applications
  • Conduct interviews using various reliable recruiting and selection tools/methods to filter candidates within schedule
  • Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection process
  • Develop pipeline of talent, specifically for frequently filled positions as well as hard to fill locations.
  • Provide consultation and training to hiring managers in regards to recruitment and selection processes as well as interviewing
  • Provide initial screening of applicant pools, as well as phone screens or interviews where applicable.
  • Prepare postings: work with hiring manager to determine pre-screening questions, where advertising would occur to provide diverse applicant pool
• Hiring process (20%)
  • Ensure hiring process is effective and efficient for the new employee and hiring managers by reviewing background checks, preparing offer letters in a timely manner.
  • Responding to candidates not selected.
  • Coordinate New Hire orientation with the on boarding manager .
  • Negotiate salaries with candidates based on available salary scale criteria.
• Networking (15%)
  • Develop applicant sources by networking and creating a presence in the Region through participation in professional association meetings etc.
  • Develop and maintain rapport with colleges, employment agencies, other recruiters, and professional organizations.
  • Establish networks with Key International NGOs at the national and international level to keep update with external environment
  • Develop and maintain network of contacts to help identify and source qualified candidates,
  • Identify appropriate outreach opportunities and represent IntraHealth at career fairs, professional conferences and networking events.
• Recruitment Metrics and information Management ( 10%)
  • Provide analytical and well documented recruiting reports/metrics.
  • Develop and maintain good recruitment records and maintain quarterly tracking sheets;
  • Ensuring security and restricted access to personnel records and information.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or similar field from an accredited university OR equivalent combination of education and 4 years of experience of full cycle recruiting preferably with proposal recruiting experience in International development, contract based environment.Experience and success in identifying/hiring technical experts in a variety of sectors;
• Experience recruiting for USAID and other donor-funded projects preferred;
• Experience using behavioral and situational interviewing techniques;
• Experience with various selection processes (phone interviewing, reference check etc)
• Experience with recruiting software.
• Experience with Social Media (Facebook, Linked-In, Twitter, etc.)

Required Skills:

• Understanding of local and assigned country’s Labor laws, Company Act, NGO Act and other relevant laws.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, French and fluency in local languages; other languages strongly preferred.
• Ability to develop flexible and solution-oriented alternatives, make timely decisions, exercise discretion and maintain a high degree of confidentiality;
• Ability to be a team player and work in a collegial manner;
• Ability manage self and work independently;
• Ability to conduct different types of interviews (structured, competency-based, stress etc)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with a wide range of management styles within the Region and build relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and appropriately gather and analyze information.
• Strong decision-making skills
• Demonstrated computer proficiencies, including Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint and database management.
• Ability to travel 25% to assigned countries for HR initiatives within two (2) weeks notice.

Desired Skills and Experience

Experience

• 2 year(s): Experience recruiting across countries and hiring global positions.
• 1 - 2 year(s): Experience with recruiting software.
• 4 year(s): Experience recruiting for USAID and other donor-funded projects.
• 4 - 6 year(s): Experience of full cycle recruiting preferably with proposal recruiting experience in International development, contract based environment.

Education

• Bachelors or better in Human Resource Management or related field.
• Licenses & Certifications
• Professional in HR
• SHRM-CP
• HR Mgmt

Skills

• UltiPro software
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• HRIS
• HR / Legal Compliance
• Compensation
• Forecasting

Behaviors

• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Motivations

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help