Senior Lead - Talent Acquisition: East Africa Region at M-KOPA Solar

The Senior Lead - Talent Acquisition: East Africa Region is a critical part of the Global Recruitment team and supports all of M-KOPA’s global recruitment efforts, with a specific focus on East Africa hiring by providing full-cycle talent acquisition and recruitment support. This person should be highly ambitious, an exceptional relationship builder and strategic planner, and someone who employs creative approaches to source talent. 

As part of the Global Recruitment team, this individual is responsible for identifying exceptional talent to advance M-KOPA's mission. The role has three primary areas of focus;

• Work with key stakeholders to anticipate and plan for upcoming people needs;
• Oversee and manage full-cycle recruitment, including designing and implementing effective strategies;
• Build collaborative internal relationships and effective external network

You’re excited about this opportunity because you will;

• Develop and execute a talent acquisition strategy that aligns with the company's business goals and objectives.
• Work closely with hiring managers and HR business partners to understand hiring needs, and develop effective sourcing and recruiting strategies.
• Manage the full-cycle recruiting process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
• Build and maintain a strong network of external talent pipelines, leveraging social media, professional networks, and industry events.
• Develop and maintain relationships with universities, professional organizations, and other external partners to support the company's talent acquisition efforts.
• Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations related to hiring and recruitment.
• Utilize data and analytics to measure the effectiveness of recruiting strategies and make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members to help them grow and develop in their careers.

Key qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with a focus on East Africa.
• Deep understanding of the talent landscape in East Africa, including local customs, practices, and regulations.
• Demonstrated success in managing full-cycle recruiting processes for a variety of roles and levels.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to leverage data to make informed decisions.
• Experience managing and mentoring junior team members