Expert Sourcer (Recruiter) at Jotna Group

About Jotna Group

Jotna Group is a leading beverage and raw materials manufacturing group in West Africa. The group is primarily into manufacturing in Africa, and it comprises of 3 operating business units, The Lacasera Company, Prima Corporation Ltd, and Engee PET Manufacturing Company which are significant players and leaders in their respective sectors.

JOB SUMMARY- Expert Sourcer (Recruiter)

The Expert Sourcer (Recruiter) will be responsible for sourcing and reaching out to qualified candidates for current open roles by using databases, Social Media & Professional Networks/Platforms.
Your responsibilities include connecting with potential candidates online and offline, screening applications, conducting interviews and filtering candidates for open positions and supporting the Group Talent Acquisition Manager as needed.
The Expert Sourcer (Recruiter) must have Knowledge of sourcing techniques on social media and niche professional websites like LinkedIn, Facebook, Github etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES- Expert Sourcer (Recruiter)

1. SOURCING

Network with potential hires through professional groups on social media and during events.
Source candidates using various sourcing techniques on social media and niche professional websites like LinkedIn, Facebook, Github etc.
Participate in job fairs
Go to universities to identify potential talents.
Support the souring of candidates for Graduate / Management Trainees.
Provide analytical and well documented recruiting reports to the rest of the team.

2. SCREENING/CONDUCTING INTERVIEWS

Screen resumes and job applications.
Conduct initial phone screens to create shortlists of qualified candidates.
Interview candidates in-person for a wide range of roles (junior, senior and executive).
Review employment applications and background check reports.
Submit weekly tracker / progress report.

3. RELATIONSHIP BUILDING/MANAGEMENT

Follow up with candidates throughout the hiring process.
Represent company internally and externally at events with a goal of networking and relationship building with potential candidate communities.
Build long-term relationships with past and potential candidates.
Serve as brand ambassador at various events, like career fairs or on-campus recruiting events.
Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection process.
Promote company’s reputation as “best place to work”

4. BUILD/MANAGE CANDIDATE DATABASE

Manage respective candidate pools to ensure qualified candidates remain engaged in current or future opportunities.
Maintain a database of potential candidates for future job openings.

REQUIREMENTS- Expert Sourcer (Recruiter)

Bachelor’s degree in any relevant is required.
Professional qualification, such as CIPM, SHRM or CIPD is essential.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years work experience in a similar role.
At least 3 years experience in Consulting or Manufacturing Environment.
Good Knowledge of Candidate Selection Methods
Communications and Interpersonal skills
Ability to conduct different types of interviews (structured, competency-based, stress etc)
Knowledge of Sourcing Techniques on social media and niche professional websites especially LinkedIn.
Excellent Organization and Planning Skills.
Relationship Management Skills
Excellent Time Management Skills.