Job Title: Director, Global Talent Acquisition
Organisation: Living Goods
(LG)
(LG)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda or Nairobi, Kenya
Uganda or Nairobi, Kenya
Reports to: Director, Global
Human Capital
Human Capital
About US:
Living Goods supports networks of ‘Avon-like’ micro-entrepreneurs who
go door-to-door teaching families how to improve their health and wealth while
selling affordable, high-impact products like basic medicines, fortified foods,
water filters, clean cook stoves, and solar lights. Living Goods seeks nothing
less than a disruptive reinvention of distribution in emerging markets, through
networks of franchised micro-entrepreneurs who leverage Living Goods’ brand,
buying power and mobile marketing tools to deliver vital products at accessible
prices to the people who need them most. By combining the best practices from
the worlds of micro-enterprise, franchising and public health, Living Goods is
creating a fully sustainable system to improve the health, and wealth, of
underserved communities.
go door-to-door teaching families how to improve their health and wealth while
selling affordable, high-impact products like basic medicines, fortified foods,
water filters, clean cook stoves, and solar lights. Living Goods seeks nothing
less than a disruptive reinvention of distribution in emerging markets, through
networks of franchised micro-entrepreneurs who leverage Living Goods’ brand,
buying power and mobile marketing tools to deliver vital products at accessible
prices to the people who need them most. By combining the best practices from
the worlds of micro-enterprise, franchising and public health, Living Goods is
creating a fully sustainable system to improve the health, and wealth, of
underserved communities.
Job Summary: The Director,
Global Talent Acquisition will own our talent acquisition process, including
responsibility for employer branding, candidate experience, interviewer
training, hiring metrics, and our sourcing strategies at all levels of the
organization (from C-level executives to junior staff). This is a new senior level position that will
responsible for both strategic consultative support to the organization, as
well as, operational and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should be innovative
and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will have experience recruiting in both
corporate and non-profit environments. The location of this role is negotiable
with our Nairobi and Kenya offices preferred.
Up to 25% travel can be expected if you will be based in Kenya or
Uganda. 50% travel if your primary
location is elsewhere.
Global Talent Acquisition will own our talent acquisition process, including
responsibility for employer branding, candidate experience, interviewer
training, hiring metrics, and our sourcing strategies at all levels of the
organization (from C-level executives to junior staff). This is a new senior level position that will
responsible for both strategic consultative support to the organization, as
well as, operational and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should be innovative
and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will have experience recruiting in both
corporate and non-profit environments. The location of this role is negotiable
with our Nairobi and Kenya offices preferred.
Up to 25% travel can be expected if you will be based in Kenya or
Uganda. 50% travel if your primary
location is elsewhere.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Manage the design and implementation of
the global talent sourcing strategy - Drive the end to end recruitment and
selection process, creating and executing recruitment plans
expeditiously. From supporting
workforce planning efforts, creating job descriptions, sourcing,
selection, offer, onboarding and orientation - Design and implement world class
recruiting practices and guidelines for all employees to follow - Create proactive pipeline development
strategies for future talent needs and vacancies - Develop and manage recruiting reports,
dashboards, and metrics - Coach hiring managers on effective
interviewing and assessment.
Facilitate recruitment skill building - Champion employer branding efforts and
participate in recruitment and networking events on behalf of Living Goods - Create and implement innovative programs,
events and campaigns to attracttop talent to Living Goods
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the Living Goods Director,
Global Talent Acquisition job opportunity should hold a University degree
in HR Management or related field. Advanced degree or HR Certification a
plus - At least ten ears of recruiting experience
leading recruitment efforts in a rapidly growing organization - Expertise in recruiting across
geographies. Practical experience
and strong networks in Africa is essential - Success in full-cycle recruiting, from
first touch to start date for roles in both the private and public sectors - Proven success in recruiting across
multiple levels of an organization from C-level executives to junior staff - Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the
ability to communicate with all levels of candidates and employees - Success in implementing new ideas which
help build company brand awareness - High analytical skills
- Familiarity with applicant tracking
systems - High level of IT literacy. MS Office knowledge and experience using
databases and spreadsheets
Compensation: A competitive salary and benefits package
commensurate with experience including health insurance and bonus opportunity
commensurate with experience including health insurance and bonus opportunity
How to Apply:
All candidates are strongly encouraged to Apply Online at the web link
below.
below.
Deadline: 30th September, 2017
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