Mwananchi Credit Limited is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing, engaging, and hiring top talent while ensuring a seamless recruitment experience for both candidates and hiring managers.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Sourcing & Acquisition:
- Utilize multiple sourcing strategies (job boards, social media, networking, and referrals) to build a strong talent pipeline.
- Proactively source and engage potential candidates, particularly through LinkedIn.
- Maintain an updated database of potential candidates and optimize sourcing channels for efficiency.
Screening & Interviewing:
- Conduct initial screenings to assess candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit.
- Schedule and coordinate interviews, ensuring a smooth recruitment process.
- Develop and ask targeted technical and behavioral questions for roles in software development, network administration, cloud computing, and data analysis.
Collaboration with Hiring Managers:
- Partner with department heads to understand hiring needs and job requirements.
- Assist in defining job competencies and crafting clear job descriptions.
- Provide market insights, including salary benchmarks and candidate availability.
Candidate Experience:
- Ensure a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear communication and timely feedback.
- Manage candidate expectations throughout the hiring process, from initial contact to offer negotiation and onboarding.
- Build strong candidate relationships to enhance employer branding and future referrals.
Offer & Negotiation Process:
- Prepare and present job offers, handling all aspects of negotiation.
- Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to finalize competitive compensation packages.
- Educate candidates on company benefits, culture, and growth opportunities.
Recruitment Process Improvement:
- Continuously analyze and refine recruitment strategies to improve efficiency and hiring quality.
- Recommend best practices, including automation tools and ATS enhancements.
- Track key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, source of hire, quality of hire) and provide data-driven insights.
Employer Branding & Networking:
- Enhance Mwananchi Credit Limited’s employer brand across professional and social media platforms.
- Represent the company at job fairs, conferences, and networking events.
- Build partnerships with universities, coding bootcamps, and industry organizations to create a talent pipeline.
Key Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 4+ years of recruitment experience, preferably in banking, insurance, or finance.
- Proven ability to source, screen, and hire top talent.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
- Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple roles simultaneously.
- Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional certifications in recruitment (e.g., CIR, LinkedIn Certified Professional Recruiter, Talent Acquisition Specialist).
- Experience managing high-volume recruitment.
- Strong analytical skills to track and optimize recruitment metrics.
