Talent Acquisition Officer

Talent Acquisition Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Job Summary / Purpose

• The Talent Acquisition Officer is responsible for managing the full lifecycle recruitment process to attract, assess, and hire qualified candidates for various positions within the organization.
• This role focuses on sourcing diverse talent pools, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, managing candidate communication, and facilitating the offer process.
• The Officer will partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and execute effective sourcing strategies to meet organizational objectives within the competitive Abuja/Nigerian talent market.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Attraction:

• Utilize various channels (online job boards like Jobberman, MyJobMag, LinkedIn, employee referrals, professional networks, social media) to source active and passive candidates.
• Develop and post clear and compelling job descriptions and advertisements.
• Assist in employer branding activities to position the organization as an employer of choice.

Screening & Shortlisting:

• Review resumes and applications to assess candidate qualifications against job requirements.
• Conduct initial phone screens or video interviews to evaluate candidate suitability and interest.
• Present shortlisted candidates to hiring managers with relevant summaries.

Interview Coordination & Support:

• Schedule interviews between candidates and hiring teams, managing logistics and communication.
• Participate in panel interviews as required.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the interview process.

Candidate Management:

• Maintain timely and professional communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Manage candidate pipelines effectively using the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Build and maintain a network of potential candidates for future openings.

Offer Management & Pre-boarding:

• Assist in preparing and extending job offers.
• Support offer negotiations within established guidelines.
• Initiate pre-employment checks (background, references) as required.
• Coordinate with HR operations/onboarding teams to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.

Collaboration & Reporting:

• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements, define sourcing strategies, and provide regular updates on recruitment progress.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment data in the ATS.
• Generate reports on key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, source effectiveness, pipeline status).

Compliance & Market Intelligence:

• Ensure all recruitment activities comply with Nigerian labour laws and internal policies/procedures regarding fair hiring practices.
• Stay informed about talent market trends and competitor activities in Nigeria.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Social Sciences, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in full-cycle recruitment or talent acquisition, either in-house or within an agency. Proven experience sourcing candidates using various methods. Experience recruiting within the Nigerian market is essential.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., aCIPM/CIPM, PHRi, SHRM-CP) or recruitment-specific certification (e.g., CIR) is a plus.

Key Competencies for Talent Acquisition Officer:

Recruitment Lifecycle Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of end-to-end recruitment processes: sourcing, screening, interviewing, assessment, and offer management.
• Knowledge of various sourcing techniques and channels relevant to the Nigerian market.

Sourcing & Research Skills:

• Ability to proactively identify and engage potential candidates using online tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards), databases, and networking.
• Skill in boolean searching and identifying relevant talent pools.

Screening & Interviewing Skills:

• Ability to effectively assess candidate qualifications, experience, and cultural fit through resume reviews and initial interviews.
• Understanding of competency-based interviewing techniques is a plus.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with candidates, hiring managers, and team members.
• Strong relationship-building skills to create a positive candidate experience and collaborate effectively internally.
• Basic negotiation and persuasion skills.

Organizational & Time Management Skills:

• Ability to manage multiple job requisitions and candidates simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail in coordinating schedules, managing data, and tracking progress.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Technology Proficiency:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Hands-on experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) is highly required.
• Familiarity with online job boards and professional networking sites (LinkedIn essential).

Results Orientation:

• Driven to meet hiring targets and fill positions with quality candidates in a timely manner.
• Proactive approach to overcoming recruitment challenges.

Discretion & Professionalism:

• Ability to handle confidential candidate information appropriately.
• Professional demeanor representing the organization to potential hires.
• Understanding of ethical and compliant hiring practices in Nigeria.

Application Closing Date

Not Specified.