Talent Acquisition Specialist

About the Job

Mwananchi Credit Limited is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to join it’s 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.