Talent Acquisition Specialist

About the role

A recruiter is seeking a qualified and proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage the full-cycle recruitment process, from identifying and attracting candidates to screening, interviewing and supporting final selection. The role works closely with hiring managers, develops talent pipelines, supports employer branding and ensures a positive recruitment experience. It is a full-time, on-site position based in Bole Medhanialem, Addis Ababa.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle: job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing and candidate selection, working with hiring managers to define needs and prepare job descriptions.
• Sourcing candidates through job portals, social media, recruitment agencies and professional networks, and building pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Take part in job fairs, career events and recruitment campaigns.
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing, and keep professional communication with candidates.
• Maintain recruitment records and applicant databases, prepare recruitment reports and monitor metrics.
• Ensure recruitment complies with company policy and labor laws, coordinate onboarding documentation and orientation, and help improve recruitment efficiency.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Management or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Knowledge of recruitment strategies, labor laws and HR policies.
• Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office and recruitment systems (ATS).
• Experience with recruitment platforms and candidate sourcing tools is an advantage.
• Excellent communication, organization, analytical and reporting skills.

To apply, candidates send their CV by direct message to the recruiter named in the original posting.