Talent Acquisition & Management Advisor at Inkomoko

Job Description (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Inkomoko’s vision is an Africa with thriving communities where young people and refugees are engaged, communities have access to relevant innovations for self-determination, and where African solutions are unleashed to solve African problems. Founded in , Inkomoko has provided business advisory and access to finance for thousands of entrepreneurs across East Africa. As the largest investor in refugee businesses, we have disbursed more than $6M in capital to more than clients. This affordable finance for Inkomoko entrepreneurs helps them grow their businesses, create jobs, and improve their livelihoods. As we look forward, Inkomoko is developing new ways to engage communities to thrive. Creating meaningful market linkages, expanding to secondary cities, and advocating for economic inclusion, Inkomoko has added these community-based approaches to our enterprise development work. By , Inkomoko will be in 8 countries, serving more than half a million small businesses, creating a positive impact for more than 7 million people across the Continent.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and Implement hiring strategies (30% time) Design and implement the recruiting strategy that is aligned to the Organization’s long term strategyDesign and drive the adoption of consistent recruiting, interviewing and hiring practices that support a strong candidate experienceDevelop job descriptions for all new positions and ensure that existing job descriptions across Inkomoko’s operations are updated and aligned with the organization’s culture, values, and diversity and inclusion goalsDefine and lead executive hiring projects focused on continuous improvement with a focus on executive hireCollaborate with department managers on a regular basis and proactively identify future hiring needsRecommend diverse talent attraction strategies e.g. social media networks and employee referrals etc. Recruitment and Employer branding (30% time) Recruitment: post open positions, generate applicants, screen applicants in the Recruitment system in collaboration with the hiring manager for all Inkomoko locations. The Associate will proactively source and identify qualified candidates using various methods such as job fairs, social media like LinkedIn, networking and employee referralsInterviewing: In collaboration with the hiring department, support in setting up interviews with candidates, edit Job matrix documents and share materials before interviews, compile reviewer feedback, prepare and administer assessments for applicants in a professional & timely mannerHiring: Support in conducting reference checks, provide relevant information for finalization of contractsCommunications: Highly professional correspondence to successful/unsuccessful candidates and ensure that timely feedback has been provided to all non-manager level positions on the outcome of the recruitment process (ensure a positive candidate experience)Employer Branding: Work closely with the Regional to ensure that all social media platforms and the employee slack jobs channel have relevant information and up to date information. Advise on ways of improvement to boost the organization’s employer brand across the locationsProvide timely information to the supervisor to ensure that the company recruitment tracker is updated with actual status of recruitment process steps and that no vacancy is left behindReporting and Compliance: The Advisor will ensure that all documentation and records relating to the recruitment process are accurate, complete, and compliant with legal requirements for the P&C Department Onboarding of new employees (20% time) On-boarding: Coordinate onboarding meetings of all new staff, communicating to various team members to ensure successful onboarding documents and tools are prepared on-time (P&C forms, assign onboarding buddies, onboarding schedule and, first day’s meetings schedule, etc.)Coordinate the Organization wide orientation programs (first day. First week, first month and first quarter)Act as a consultant and the go-to person to all new employeesSupport in the creation of an onboarding pack for each new employeeIntroduce all new hires to current employees and other relevant stakeholdersGather candidate experience feedback from new hires to improve the P&C servicesAssist in the existing employee’s movements to new Departments or positions Talent Management & Succession planning (20% time) Coordinate talent management programs and the implementation of the career management program and succession plansDrive succession planning by matching identified key positions and identified potential successors talentReview succession plans on a regular basis, check whether potential successors are still available or whether job requirements or successor qualifications have changed, and whether potential successors’ development is proceeding according to planPotential assessment, identify and assess career development potential of employees, including the identification of emerging talentDevelop, implement & follow up the Inkomoko job rotational program. Minimum QualificationsInkomoko has found that the happiest and most effective colleagues are proactive, resourceful, self-motivated go-getters with a can-do attitude, who support their teammates with sincerity. They are strategic, but also willing to roll up their sleeves. They give and receive feedback freely.For this role, the successful candidate will have these qualities: Bachelor Degree in HR, Management, Psychology, Business, Finance, Law or any other related field6-8 years of working experience in HR with exposure to recruitment or talent acquisition and managementAbsolute confidentiality and discretion is required of this positionAbility to manage several activities simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlinesExcellent communicator in English, both spoken and written with excellent presentation skillsGood collaboration skills – approachable, warm, honest, transparent, and able to manage up with confidence and the ability to build relationships with colleaguesProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and HR Management Systems (e.g: Odoo)Experience in working independently on projects What You’ll GetThis role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you’ll access: Competitive salary, and potential KPI-based bonusIncredible company culture, including deep investment in your learning and growthDiverse colleagues and policies that show our commitment to equity and inclusionTalented, passionate, and committed team colleagues across the regionAbility to make a significant social impact to your communityGenerous health insurance, staff savings, parental leave, sabbatical, and more benefits.