Talent Acquisition Associate

Job objective

Responsible for the execution of an end-to-end benchmark recruiting process for assigned searches through identifying and attracting top-performing professionals who will contribute to GEPD future successes. Also play a huge role in promoting a company's brand through employer branding activities.

Key Responsibility

Recruitment:

• Manage an end-to-end recruitment and hiring process while ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Initiate a kick-off meeting with the vacancy requester to determine selection criteria, hiring profiles, and job requirements.
• Publish adverts on online channels, such as LinkedIn and other professional networks.
• Use various methods to recruit and network with potential candidates, including social media platforms, networking events, job fairs, and others.
• Create job descriptions when needed and define interview questions that reflect the requirements for each position.
• Plan interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, assessments, and in-person interviews.
• Identify and refine down to the most suitable shortlist of talent.
• Maintain bulk databases and keep them updated for the ongoing hiring process.
• Ensure proper onboarding for new hires and that the necessary paperwork is completed promptly and accurately.

Employer Branding:

• Devise and implement sourcing strategies to build pipelines of potential applicants, such as employer branding initiatives.
• Organize and attend job fairs and recruitment events to build a strong candidate pipeline.
• Plan, establish, and oversee the companys' social media presence and channels related to recruitment and employer branding.
• Set up and manage an online marketing program to promote job openings and career opportunities at the company.
• Develop programs using sponsored jobs, campaigns, and events aligned with current and future hiring needs.
• Expand our employer reach to the market through job portals, school ads & job fairs, social media, outreach initiatives, etc.

Academic Experience Required

Degree in human resources, business administration, or a similar relevant field.
Related certifications are a plus.

Professional Experience Required

Essential:

• 1-2 years of solid experience in recruitment and branding activities.
• Full-cycle recruiting and employer branding techniques.

Computing Skills

• Excellent Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Able to utilize shared data and folders efficiently.
• Experience utilizing applicant tracking systems (ATS) is a plus.

Personal Skills

• Excellent time management skills with a high sense of agility and ability to juggle tasks.
• High sense of ownership with the ability to solve problems through smart communication skills.
• Adaptable and responds to changes smoothly.
• Highly motivated, goal-driven, result-oriented mindset.

Languages

• Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic.