Talent Acquisition Specialist at the Management Sciences for Health (MSH)

The Management Sciences for Health (MSH), a global health nonprofit organization, uses proven approaches developed over 40 years to help leaders, health managers, and communities in developing nations build stronger health systems for greater health impact. We work to save lives by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Requisition ID: R4456
Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full time

About this Role

• The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for conducting full life cycle recruiting around the world for open positions around the world.
• In collaboration with the hiring manager and HR Partner, they will source, generate leads, identify, screen, interview, negotiate offers with, and hire individuals into critical positions in the organization.

Responsibilities
Full Recruitment Life Cycle (70%):

• In collaboration with hiring managers, define recruitment needs and strategies in the context of staffing plans.
• Identify top talent for MSH vacancies for assigned positions including:  conducting internet and database searches, advertising positions on strategic job boards, and networking with internal and external connections.
• Coordinate and conduct candidate screenings.
• Manage logistical arrangements for candidate interviews: establish interviewer and candidate availability, schedule meetings, provide logistical support for meetings. Ensure all interview attendees have necessary documents on time and interview debriefs are conducted in a timely manner.
• Assist talent acquisition staff with strategic sourcing.
• Ensure professional representation of MSH while communicating with agencies, outside vendors, and donors.
• Perform reference checks and other compliance-related tasks for candidates.
• Prepare formal offer documents and other documents as needed.
• Efficiently hand over new hire information to the HR Partner team for onboarding execution.
• Disposition candidates accurately and in a timely manner in the applicant tracking system.
• Ensure that all candidate documentation and interview evaluations are loaded into the system.

Operational Support (30%):

• Contribute to the continual improvement of recruiting strategies and processes within the recruiting team.
• Contribute to building talent pipelines in key/strategic locations and disciplines as identified by the organization.

Requirements

• MSH employs people of passion, we seek individuals who dream of a better world. We look for professionals who combine experience, local knowledge, and an understanding of international best practices.

Qualification and Experience:

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree required.
• At least three years of experience as a recruiter, ideally in a global setting.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Recruiting, sourcing, research, and cold calling experience with variety of sourcing vehicles, including internet sourcing/advertising, direct sourcing, trade journal/newspaper advertising, employee referral campaigns, job fairs and outplacement firms.
• General knowledge of HR and recruiting functions, practices, and approaches
• Excellent written and verbal language skills in English
• Language skills in a second language will be an advantage
• Demonstrated computer skills for word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and presentations (Workday experience highly preferred); and ability to learn new software packages.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Fluency in foreign language preferred, specifically in French or Spanish

Competencies:

• Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a complex and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants.

Physical Demands:

• Be able to perform basic office operations - keyboard use, pulling drawers, lifting papers <10lbs, etc.

We Offer

• Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals.
• Possible further career development
• Competitive salary.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online