When CHAI was founded, many viewed this goal as unreasonable because health systems in poor countries were too weak and prices of relevant drugs and diagnostic tests were too high.CHAI played a leadership role, working alongside governments and other partners, to lower the costs of treatment and help build the in-country systems necessary to provide lifesavi...
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We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual to join the TA Department to support ongoing hiring needs across Africa, Asia and North America
Successful applicants will have a strong interest in global health and/or international development and a proven track record of in sourcing, screening and hiring top caliber professionals
Ideally this individual will have previous experience working & living in an international location.
The Recruiter will be part of a team whose mission is to support our global programs & country teams
S/he will partner with hiring managers to determine staffing needs, job profiles and recruitment strategies
The Recruiter will also be responsible for helping maintain team efficiency by contributing to special projects related to outreach strategy, systems building, and streamlining of processes.
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with hiring managers
Act as advisor to hiring managers to determine staffing needs and profiles for each open position
Work with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition team colleagues to identify best sourcing for each position
Develop a pipeline of qualified candidates using diverse, cost-effective techniques
Manage applicant information and status in applicant tracking database; ensure the highest integrity of data.
Provide consistent communication to hiring teams and candidates on the position status, throughout the interviewing and hiring process.
Identify and screen potential candidates to assess their abilities, and recommend qualified candidates based on phone interview and pre-employment assessment; proactively manage internal referrals
Contribute to outreach strategy, systems development and refining recruitment programs, tools and processes
Represent CHAI in recruiting events as necessary, present CHAI’s mission, core approach and core programs at institutions both domestically and abroad.
Collaborate with HR partners on onboarding, immigration, and related issues
Communicate CHAI’s compensation framework to candidates. Ensure realistic expectations are set with each candidate
Extend both verbal and written job offers, negotiate offer terms with candidates. Collaborate with Global Human Resource Partners, Directors & Coordinators to ensure onboarding is streamlined
Provide guidance on talent acquisition best practices & policies. Lead the incorporation of relevant policies at a local level & customize best practices to align with country context.
Deliver Hiring Manager trainings which focus on recruitment tools & techniques, talent management & interview optimization in conjunction with local HR counterpart(s).
Other responsibilities as needed by supervisor
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree & a minimum of 2 years proven recruiting experience hiring for a wide range of positions
Expertise in creative sourcing and applicant development
Demonstrated experience conducting a diverse range of interviews (behavioral, technical, etc.)
Strong written and oral communication skills
Prior experience developing assessment tools for Hiring Managers
Self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as with a team
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with limited structure
Adept interpersonal skills; strength in developing and maintaining client-management relationships, particularly in a virtual capacity
Experience presenting to large audiences or other relevant public speaking experience preferred
English & French fluency, verbal and written
Advantages:
Prior experience living or working in a low or middle income country
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