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People Acquisition Specialist at Mukuru

Mukuru

Expires: 25 Mar 2024

Contractor

Harare

Customer Service

job Description

Mukuru is on the lookout for a People Acquisition Specialist to join our team our amazing team in Zimbabwe.

The main purpose of this role is to coordinate the recruitment for the Mukuru Group by recruiting the most suitable employees in line with company policies, processes, best practice and set timeframes; and effectively collaborate with other acquisition specialists.

This role will be responsible for the acquisition of key talent, across multiple disciplines, locations, primarily Zimbabwe, Malawi and other African countries, and on all occupational levels. They must ensure an accurate and efficient process, employing candidates with the right experience, skills and knowledge for vacant positions. The People Acquisition Specialist plays a critical role in recommending, coaching and advising line managers throughout the Selection process to ensure objective and fair criteria is used for the appointment of candidates. The People Acquisition Specialist ensures that all recruitment takes place within the framework of current Labour Legislation, Company Policy and the Company’s Employment Equity plan.

Duties and Responsibilities

-Responsible for the end-to-end recruitment function for allocated area.
-Ensure thorough understanding of the vacancy and department prior to starting the process
-Advertise the position internally / externally as per the Company Policies and Procedures
-Compile adverts that are in line with Employment Equity Process by excluding all discriminatory factors
-Advice Line Management of suitable Employment Equity candidates for vacancies by considering the final recruitment results
-Follow selection procedures, aligned to inherent job requirements, to identify potential candidates for placement in vacancies
-Apply the same criteria consistently to all candidates in short-listing and decisions
-Make use of the agreed company technique to interview shortlisted candidates
-Utilise tracking and reporting tools to ensure accurate vacancy data.
-Monitor and track recruitment expenditure on agencies and compile accurate monthly reports on costs
-Update relevant statistics to evaluate placement ratio’s, turnaround times
-Compile accurate monthly reports on the recruitment function
-Keep all stakeholders informed (Line Management and Candidates) of the progress in terms of the recruitment plan
-Advise managers on recruitment policies and procedures to ensure consistent processes
-Compile interview guides and ensure they are used correctly, with sufficient process notes, records and reporting included for every vacancy
-Observe the interviewing skills of Line Managements during interviews and provide coaching where gaps are identified e.g. asking illegal questions
-Evaluate the interview process continuously to ensure an efficient People Acquisition process.
-Discuss the interview and integrate other relevant information with the Line manager to come to identify the most suited candidate
-Create a continuous awareness with Line Management to consider all current legislation throughout the process
-Perform administrative duties to support an effective and efficient selection process and ensure required backup
-Professionally regret unsuccessful candidates
-Contact the successful candidates to make an employment offer by obtaining the agreed salary information from the Line Managers
-Ensure the necessary documentation is sent to the Onboarding Team and Payroll Teams within agreed timelines.
-Ensure accurate records of all recruitment processes is kept and stored
-Align the selection process in order to improve employment equity across the business
-Liaise with external recruitment agencies when required
-Participate in all OD initiatives (job evaluation, restructuring, culture, employee engagement activities)
-Participate in Employee wellness activities and initiatives
-Manage own professional and self-development

Qualifications and Experience

-Grade 12 or equivalent (Essential)
-Degree in related HR field (Essential)
-4 Years experience in Recruitment & Selection (Essential)
-2 years Experience in Recruitment & Selection for African countries (Essential)
-Extensive experience in designing creative sourcing and candidate pipeline strategies
-Knowledge of relevant legislation
-Knowledge of recruitment best practice
-Knowledge of recruitment processes
-Knowledge of structured interviewing techniques
-Knowledge of the use of psychometrics assessment as a part of the selection process

Additional Skills:
-Excellent business acumen
-Computer literate with strong excel skills
-Written & verbal communication skills
-Strong Planning & Organising skills
-Strong Attention to detail
-Interpersonal skills
-Interviewing skills Facilitation skills
-Reporting skills

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Job overview

  • Location

    Harare

  • Job Type

    Contractor

  • Expiry Date

    25 Mar 2024

  • Date Posted

    14 Mar 2024