Job Description
RTI’s International Development Group is currently
seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to lead
candidate identification and development for one or more of its technical
divisions. S/he will primarily focus on leading proposal and project
recruitment for a growing global program portfolio, primarily funded by
government clients (USAID, DFAT, and DFID).
The Talent Acquisition Partner combines research
and networking to lead the development and implementation of sourcing
strategies and identification of talent profiles. Utilizing these strategies,
s/he will build a talent network to enable the identification and engagement of
senior-level technical and project management talent for targeted business
development opportunities. In addition, the Talent Acquisition Partner
will provide full life-cycle recruiting services including but not limited to:
sourcing for international and domestic recruiting campaigns and individual
positions; requisitions creation and candidate management/documentation within
application tracking systems and contact management system; candidate
screening/interview services and guidance on interviewing best practices; and
negotiating directly with global candidates.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as client primary point-of contact to the Division Vice
President and senior team, providing best practices recommendations and
implementation guidance for all business development, project and home office
recruiting.
- Engage in business development activities from pre-capture
through proposal submission providing proactive staffing plan recommendations
(in consideration of existing talent network). Travel for in-country business
development support as required.
- Lead and perform strategic sourcing and research activities,
such as targeted sector and competitor mapping, to identify and build the talent
network. Contact potential candidates, develop and document profiles and
maintain contact notes within RTI systems to ensure a high touch candidate
experience and ensure RTI as an employer of choice.
- Leverage technology for excellent candidate relationship
management to discover and sustain cold/warm leads, hot leads, referrals, and
other potential prospects. Use Social Media as a sourcing and branding tool.
- Provide direct proposal support including advising on staffing
structure/org chart that aligns with technical approach and developing
staffing-related content for submission. Responsible for written technical
proposal deliverables, as assigned.
- Serve in lead staffing role for proposal development for
increasingly complex bids.
- Coordinate full recruiting support to clients with support from
recruiting/HR team members, oversee contract recruiting resources, and provide
direct support in strategic recruiting activities such as job classification,
sourcing, candidate relationship management, and negotiation.
- Coordinate and provide direct onboarding support for senior
(key) project staff identified through the proposal process to support rapid
mobilization at project award.
- As part of IDG’s talent acquisition team, contribute to
HR/recruiting process improvement, best practices documentation, and continuous
client support improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- Master’s Degree in business administration, human resources,
international development, or related field with 3 years of relevant work
experience; or Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, human resources,
social science, or related field with 6 years of relevant work
experience.
- Significant experience in international recruiting and/or
business development, with an established network of international development
professionals.
- Proven experience building a talent network in international
development sectors.
- Previous experience with USAID, DFID and/or foundation
recruitment with expertise in negotiation within donor compensation and
benefits structures.
- Experience consulting and/or working in a consultative role
where multiple projects and competing demands are the norm.
- Proven experience utilizing applicant/candidate tracking
systems, contact management databases, and social/professional networking
associations, groups, and products to build and maintain candidate
relationships.
- Experience working within OFCCP guidelines preferred.
- Documented experience working with HR leadership to implement
process improvements, policies, and HR programs preferred.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities and Behaviors:
- Critical thinker, able to identify issues and opportunities,
provide solutions and reach consensus with multiple stakeholders.
- Savvy with using social and other networking tools and
databases. Quick learner with an understanding of how to source, screen and
recruit in overseas markets.
- Demonstrated successful track record in building relationships
with clients and candidates; ability to interact effectively and positively
with all levels of internal and external clients and colleagues.
- Ability to partner with hiring managers, technical staff, and
senior management to source and identify high-quality talent for open
positions, as well as building a pool of candidates.
- Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel.
Experience with Taleo, Avature, LinkedIn Recruiter highly preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong attention
to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent interpersonal, networking and presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
under pressure. Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to travel internationally for extended periods (often up
to 2 weeks), as needed.
- Culturally sensitive and respectful. Language proficiency in
French or Spanish preferred.
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