We are looking for an enthusiastic leader to design and implement a global talent acquisition strategy to grow our passionate team of professionals developing intelligent solutions for a positive impact in the world. The successful individual will have responsibility for managing a team of recruiters in developing and ongoing engagement of internal and external talent to meet our current and future organization needs and building FHI 360 culture through supporting managers with the latest recruiting methods and consistent selection criteria. Experience in government contracting, AAP, and international recruitment needed. If you are looking for a dynamic opportunity where you can impact talent management activities, FHI 360, with its strong mission to improve lives in lasting ways, is the organization for you.
Responsible for attraction and timely recruitment of high caliber talent for all facets of the organizations' work. Achieved by developing and ensuring implementation of recruiting strategies, policies & leading edge programs to meet workforce planning needs for the future. Assist in the definition of current and future talent needs that align with the strategic direction of the organization. Facilitate the development of capacity of staff to identify and successfully screen talent of the highest caliber to meet evolving organizational requirements and develop a strong talent pipeline.
- Manage team of recruiters and support staff in establishing and leading a quick-response search and recruiting system for business proposals, technical assistance assignments and regular staff across broad range of functional areas for current and future talent needs.
- Ensure compliance to all laws and regulations regarding Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) requirements, demonstrating a thorough understanding of pertinent legal protocol in hiring practices and completion of required government reporting.
- Work with managers and HR Partners to develop staffing plans, hiring forecasts and develop strategies to ensure the efficient, professional recruiting of top talent meeting current and projected organizational needs.
- Develop and maintain strong business partnerships with senior leaders and staff, vendors, community organizations, college and technical/professional institutions, and team members to help identify and source candidates.
- Devise selection criteria, assessment methods and operational procedures and processes to acquire talent.
- Develop relationships with vendors, universities, government and other referral agencies to support AAP goals, current and anticipated talent needs. Negotiate vendor contracts as needed.
- Develops and oversees service level agreements leading to high level of customer service, quality, cost effective recruitment for hiring managers and candidate experience.
- Maintain strong knowledge of best practices in recruiting, innovative recruiting techniques, industry issues and macro-economic labor markets.
- Educate and train leaders and HR team members on processes and best practices for recruiting qualified, diverse talent.
- Work with organization managers and staff to identify and address training needs in the areas of recruiting and selection.
- Manage relationships with appropriate third-party organizations including contract negotiation and supplier management in order to meet talent acquisition goals.
- Manage and ensure maximum benefit and efficiency of staff skills and recruitment/applicant management system (i.e., ICIMS), including supporting global roll-out needs and routine support of users.
- Establish and report meaningful management metrics regarding organization performance in building talent pipeline and operations of the recruiting process.
- Performs other duties as necessary.
Problem Solving & Impact:
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize and manage competing demands.
- Works on complex problems that require novel and creative approaches to resolve them.
- Identifies and evaluates issues through assessment of intangible variables.
- Decisions made have a serious impact on the overall success of functional, division or company operations.
Supervision Given/Received:
- Manages staff to achieve recruitment goals and provide quality service to the organization with attracting and retaining candidates and employees.
- Ensures compliance of labor laws and regulations and manages budget for recruitment efforts.
- Typically reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer.
- Manages staff to achieve recruitment goals and provide quality service to the organization with attracting and retaining candidates and employees.
- Ensures compliance of labor laws and regulations and manages budget for recruitment efforts.
- Typically reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer.
- Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts, practices and procedures with management of recruitment functions and activities.
- Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Excellent project management and technical skills.
- Ability to motivate, negotiates, influence and collaborate with others.
- Minimum of 10+ years with managing recruitment activities and functions for an organization.
- 5 - 7 years in a leadership role, preferably in health and international development field.
- An expert level of knowledge in current full life cycle recruiting components including, but not limited to, sourcing, qualifying, networking, assessing, job analysis, legal, wage and salary trends, OFCCP/AAP regulations and relationship management is required.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity required.
- High degree of adaptability in managing effectively in rapidly changing and evolving environments.
- Demonstrated experience in managing and mentoring a large team of experienced professionals.
- Must have strong systems/technology skills and analytical skills, including mining online databases and optimal use of applicant tracking systems
- Excellent project management, written and oral communication skills are required.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English. Preferred Education/Experience:
- Excellent knowledge of international recruiting and experience working with USAID funded projects preferred. * PHR/SPHR certification.
FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.