HR Recruitment & Talent Sourcing Specialist

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HR Recruitment & Talent Sourcing Specialist

Jobs Kenya

Full Time

Nairobi

Nairobi

Deadline:

30 November 2026

Posted

September 1, 2026

To articulate the primary objective of this position, the role is designed to fulfill specific organizational needs by leveraging key skills and expertise. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing core duties that align with the company’s strategic goals, ensuring operational efficiency and contributing to overall success. This position requires a professional with a proven track record in the relevant field, capable of meeting established performance metrics and adapting to evolving business demands. Additionally, the role demands strong analytical abilities, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and accountability.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a key role in advancing the Group Talent Acquisition function by locating, recruiting, evaluating, and engaging top-tier talent across the organization. This position will emphasize talent sourcing, market mapping, candidate research, recruitment analytics, and the development of talent pipelines to meet both immediate and long-term hiring demands.

The position seeks a commercially astute recruitment specialist with a proven track record in recruitment consultancy, executive search, or a similarly high-velocity in-house talent acquisition setting. The ideal applicant will demonstrate exceptional proficiency in direct talent sourcing, candidate research methodologies, LinkedIn and other digital recruitment platforms, competitive market analysis, and the strategic application of data to enhance hiring results.

Oversee a comprehensive range of duties encompassing strategic planning, operational execution, and team leadership to ensure organizational objectives are met with precision and efficiency. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to streamline processes, optimize resource allocation, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Monitor performance metrics, analyze data trends, and implement corrective actions as necessary to maintain high standards of productivity and quality. Serve as a primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, alignment of goals, and timely resolution of issues. Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to foster a high-performing and engaged workforce. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and ethical standards to uphold organizational integrity and reputation. Collaborate with senior management to shape long-term strategies, identify growth opportunities, and mitigate potential risks.

We are seeking a skilled Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Building Specialist to identify, engage, and nurture top-tier candidates, ensuring a robust talent pipeline for our organization. The ideal candidate will excel in proactive outreach, leveraging multiple channels to attract passive and active talent while maintaining strong relationships with hiring managers.

Responsibilities

include conducting market research, utilizing ATS tools, and coordinating with recruiters to fill critical roles efficiently. A minimum of 3 years in talent acquisition or a related field, proficiency in sourcing methodologies, and familiarity with CRM and HR systems are required. Strong communication skills and a data-driven approach to talent pipeline management are essential for success in this role.

Proactively identify and attract top talent by leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, professional networks, employee referrals, and other strategic sourcing channels.

Develop and sustain robust talent pipelines to effectively address both immediate and prospective hiring

include researching candidate backgrounds, assessing qualifications, and maintaining ongoing engagement to ensure a steady flow of qualified individuals for current and future roles. Collaboration with hiring managers and participation in industry events may also be required to enhance recruitment efforts.

Conduct a thorough evaluation of candidate profiles to ensure alignment with the established criteria for the position.

Engage in preliminary discussions with applicants to assess their professional background, motivation, alignment with the role, and scheduling flexibility.

Compile candidate long lists, shortlists, and profiles to facilitate informed recruitment decisions.

Leverage strategic research and proactive outreach to identify and engage top-tier candidates for senior-level and hard-to-fill roles.

Experts in Talent Acquisition Analytics are tasked with leveraging data-driven insights to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of recruitment processes. This role involves the meticulous collection, analysis, and interpretation of hiring metrics to identify trends, optimize talent sourcing strategies, and improve overall hiring outcomes. Key

include developing predictive models to forecast hiring needs, assessing the performance of recruitment channels, and generating actionable recommendations to streamline talent acquisition. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in data visualization tools, and a deep understanding of recruitment metrics. Additionally,

include acting as a liaison to ensure clear communication channels, identifying process inefficiencies, and implementing solutions to enhance workflows. The position requires strong interpersonal skills to manage relationships with diverse teams, as well as analytical abilities to assess and improve operational procedures. Additionally, the role demands meticulous attention to detail and the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively in a dynamic environment.

Collaborate effectively with the Talent Acquisition Manager, Group and Business Unit HR teams, and hiring managers to identify hiring needs and establish targeted sourcing strategies.

Facilitate the seamless coordination of recruitment assignments while maintaining timely communication with candidates and key stakeholders.

You will enhance recruitment processes, tools, technology, and overall candidate

Requirements

within the Group.

Proactively engage and recruit highly qualified passive candidates, with a primary focus on specialist, technical, and managerial positions.

Perform comprehensive market mapping and research initiatives to pinpoint top-tier talent across pertinent industries as well as competitor organizations.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting thorough research on potential candidates and actively engaging with them to build a strong talent pipeline. This role requires a proactive approach to sourcing, identifying, and nurturing relationships with top talent across various industries and functions. The successful applicant must possess exceptional communication skills, a deep understanding of the hiring process, and the ability to leverage multiple recruitment channels effectively. Key

A proven track record in project management, with expertise in overseeing cross-functional initiatives from inception to completion. 5+ years of

Experience

with HR information systems and a background in statistical analysis are highly desirable.

Maintain precise recruitment data and consistently monitor essential recruitment metrics.

Compile recruitment reports and create dashboards to analyze and present metrics including vacancy status, time-to-fill, source effectiveness, pipeline conversion, and other critical trends.

Analyze recruitment data to extract actionable insights that drive enhancements in sourcing strategies and optimize overall recruitment performance.

Dedicated to facilitating seamless collaboration, the role involves providing comprehensive support to stakeholders and optimizing key processes.

by proposing innovative ideas and strategic improvements.

Leverage LinkedIn Recruiter, AI-driven tools, and other authorized Talent Acquisition platforms to maximize their operational effectiveness.

Skilled candidates will demonstrate proficiency in spoken and written Spanish, with fluency in English as well. A minimum of five years of

in a relevant field is mandatory. Applicants must possess strong organizational and multitasking abilities, along with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The ideal applicant will exhibit a keen attention to detail and the capacity to work efficiently under pressure. Additionally, familiarity with industry-specific software and tools is required. A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline is preferred.

Candidate

in a relevant field, backed by a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data interpretation are essential, along with the ability to communicate complex insights effectively. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership in driving operational efficiencies, fostering collaboration across teams, and ensuring project deliverables meet strategic objectives.

The successful applicant will be a proactive Talent Acquisition specialist with a strong research orientation, adept at uncovering hard-to-source candidates and transforming market intelligence into practical recruitment strategies.

We seek a highly motivated individual to join our team, requiring a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as education, child development, or a related discipline. Candidates must possess a valid teaching certification or equivalent credential, along with at least three years of hands-on

in an educational setting. Proficiency in curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction is essential. Additionally, strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are required to effectively collaborate with students, parents, and colleagues. The ability to adapt to diverse learning needs and foster an inclusive environment is also critical.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Management, or a closely aligned discipline is required.

A supplementary certification in fields such as Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, HR Analytics, or related disciplines would be advantageous.

We welcome applications from candidates with a proven track record in the relevant field, demonstrating hands-on

through prior roles or projects. The ideal applicant should possess a minimum of [X] years of professional

in [specific industry/field], along with a strong understanding of [key skills or tools]. Familiarity with [specific methodologies, technologies, or processes] is essential, as is the ability to apply this knowledge effectively in dynamic work environments.

With a minimum of five years of proven expertise in Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, Executive Search, or Recruitment Consulting, candidates should bring a wealth of hands-on

to the role.

Extensive

within a recruitment consultancy, executive search firm, or a search-driven recruitment setting is highly advantageous.

Proven track record in actively engaging and securing top talent from the passive candidate market.

Proven expertise in conducting market mapping, performing in-depth talent research, and identifying top-tier candidates.

Proficiency in recruiting for specialized, technically demanding, managerial, or high-level executive roles is advantageous.

Proficiency in utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter and other digital sourcing tools is required.

Proven expertise in recruitment reporting and analytics, with demonstrated skills in evaluating recruitment data and producing meaningful, actionable insights.

Proficiency in collaborating across diverse business units, industries, countries, or geographically dispersed teams would be highly beneficial.

Qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

Required

5 years

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