HR - Recruiter

Review Criteria:

Mandatory:

• Strong Technical Recruiter profile
• Must have 7+ years of experience in end to end recruitment (sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, joining etc)
• Must have 4+ years of experience in tech recruitment across different tech roles
• Strong grasp of technical concepts and ability to evaluate candidate fit for different technical roles
• Must have experience of analyzing data to improve hiring funnel, take data-driven hiring decisions
• Must be proficient in advanced sourcing techniques such as Boolean search, social media recruiting, and referral programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills — should be articulate, confident, and well-spoken in interactions
• Product companies
• This is an IC role

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or a related field

Role & Responsibilities:

The company’s Human Resources team plays a critical role in enabling business growth by building high-performing, mission-driven teams across geographies. As a people-first organization, we are focused on attracting, developing, and retaining top talent while creating an engaging and inclusive employee experience.

As a Senior Technical Recruiter, you will own end-to-end hiring for technology roles. You will partner closely with technology leaders to understand evolving workforce needs, build strong talent pipelines, and deliver high-quality hiring outcomes. This role requires a strong understanding of technology roles, proactive sourcing capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders while strengthening company’s employer brand.

What you will be expected to do:

• Own and manage the full recruitment lifecycle for technology and IT roles, from sourcing to offer management and onboarding support.
• Partner with technology leaders to understand hiring priorities, role requirements, and future talent needs.
• Design and execute effective sourcing strategies, leveraging online platforms, professional networks, referrals, and offline channels.
• Conduct initial screening and structured interviews using technical, behavioural, and competency-based assessment methods.
• Coordinate and manage interview processes, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience.
• Review employment applications and background verification reports to ensure compliance with hiring standards.
• Act as a trusted advisor to candidates, providing clarity on role expectations, compensation, benefits, and work culture.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with active and passive talent pools.
• Track and report on key talent acquisition metrics, including time-to-hire, source effectiveness, and pipeline health.
• Stay abreast of market trends, emerging technologies, and competitor hiring practices to strengthen hiring strategies.
• Analyse and improve hiring and candidate experience through surveys, feedbacks, etc.

Ideal Candidate:

• 7 to 10 years of overall recruitment experience, with 4-7 years focused on technical/IT hiring.
• Good understanding of technology roles and the ability to assess and articulate technical requirements.
• Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and resume databases.
• Good analytical skills, including market mapping, talent research, and data-driven hiring decisions.
• Proficiency in advanced sourcing techniques such as Boolean search, social media recruiting, and referral programs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence both candidates and hiring managers.
• High levels of ownership, self-motivation, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or a related field (preferred).

Perks, Benefits and Work Culture:

• Because we are a high-growth global enterprise, and because we prefer to promote successful employees internally, Greenlight Planet offers opportunities for flexible assignments and rapid international career progression as well as a competitive salary and a fun, supportive work environment. Our Creative team, headquartered in Nairobi, is an innovative team, operating in a stimulating atmosphere where our only measure is in the results we deliver.
• Greenlight Planet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, HIV/Aids, disability or any other protected characteristic as established by law. If you are a committed, passionate professional who wants to become part of a compelling social venture that is redefining energy access in Asia and Africa for the underserved, we want to hear from you.

EXCITED ABOUT YOUR TASKS?

● Assist in sourcing, screening, and shortlisting candidates through job portals, social media, and other channels.

● Conduct initial candidate assessments, coordinate interview schedules, and facilitate communication with candidates.

● Maintain and update candidate databases and job postings as needed.

● Support the recruitment team in managing candidate pipelines and ensuring timely follow-ups.

● Engage in outreach to passive candidates, understand their career interests, and inform them about

open roles.

● Help create and maintain job descriptions and other recruitment-related documents.

● Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to enhance recruitment strategies.

WHAT WILL YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

●1 to 3 years of experience in IT and Non-it Hiring

● Strong interest in recruitment, HR, and talent acquisition.

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

● Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.

● Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

● Proficiency of job portals and social media recruitment is a plus.

candidate must have at least a minimum of 2+ years of experience in recruitment and selection. Only Immediate joiners must apply.

Job Description: Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (Non-IT)

Position Overview: The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (Non-IT) plays a crucial role in sourcing, attracting, and selecting qualified candidates for various non-information technology (IT) positions within the organization. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers, understanding their staffing needs, and executing recruitment strategies to ensure the acquisition of top-tier talent across different departments and functions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment Strategy Development:

  - Work closely with hiring managers and department heads to understand their staffing needs, job requirements, and team dynamics.

  - Develop comprehensive recruitment strategies for various non-IT roles, considering different sourcing channels and candidate pools.

2. Sourcing and Candidate Identification:

  - Utilize various sourcing methods such as job boards, social media, networking events, referrals, and direct sourcing to identify potential candidates.

  - Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor practices.

3. Candidate Screening and Assessment:

  - Review resumes and applications to identify candidates who meet the job requirements and organizational culture fit.

  - Conduct initial phone screenings and interviews to assess candidates' qualifications, motivations, and alignment with company values.

4. Interview Coordination:

  - Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring teams.

  - Provide guidance and support to hiring managers in conducting effective interviews, including developing interview questions and evaluation criteria.

5. Candidate Relationship Management:

  - Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process, keeping them informed about their application status.

  - Provide a positive candidate experience by addressing questions, concerns, and feedback promptly.

6. Employer Branding:

  - Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner, both online and offline.

  - Participate in employer branding initiatives to enhance the company's reputation as an employer of choice.

7. Offer Management and Negotiation:

  - Extend job offers to selected candidates and negotiate compensation packages within established guidelines.

  - Collaborate with HR and legal teams to ensure the accuracy and compliance of employment offers and related documentation.

8. Data and Reporting:

  - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of candidate interactions and recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system (ATS).

  - Generate recruitment metrics and reports to analyze the effectiveness of sourcing strategies and identify areas for improvement.

9. Collaboration and Continuous Improvement:

  - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, hiring managers, and senior leadership, to align recruitment efforts with overall business goals.

  - Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging recruitment trends to continuously improve the talent acquisition process.

 Qualifications and Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

- Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist or Recruiter, preferably in non-IT sectors.

- Strong understanding of recruitment processes, techniques, and tools.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.

- Ability to handle multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

- High level of professionalism, ethics, and integrity.

 Targets Vs Scope of Work

-Willing to work on Targets Weekly 9 Interviews & 2 Joiner’s per week is must.

-Should be able to work aggressively on Hiring Relevant Right Fit candidates only.

-Should be able to get Right Fit Skilled best Talent for the positions given to work on.

-You should be 100% Talent Acquisition profile only we don’t need Operations or HRBP role person to work in HR Talent Acquisition profiles.

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IF YOU ARE WORKING ON Talent Acquisition profile & Willing to work in same then only apply with us.

Desired Candidate Profile

• MBA in HR
• 5-7 years relevant work experience in TA in a fast paced organization
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to be comfortable with a high volume workload and not be afraid to "roll up your sleeves"
• Ability to identify problems and drive appropriate solutions
• Strong management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills    

Responsibilities :

1. Understand the requirement from the hiring manager and document the requirements according to the Ideal Candidate Profile.
2. Prepare and post jobs to appropriate hiring portals.
3. Source and recruit the right sales talent through the database; Naukri, LinkedIn & social media
4. Assess the applicant’s knowledge, soft skills, technical skills as per the requirement at hand.
5. Act as a point of contact and provide the client and candidate with excellent hiring experience.
6. Create influential relationship with client and candidate through the selection process.

This role is for the IT Recruiter of the company and you'll be reporting to the Senior Manager of Business Operations.

As an IT recruiter you will be working to;

1. Identify and screen the best of available talents at the shortest possible time with a focus on quality

2. Maintain and develop the pipeline of eligible candidates for future open positions

3. Develop proactive sourcing strategies to engage and increase the number of qualified applicants in the database for active and passive talent.

4. Qualify or reject candidates based on introductory calls via phone and emails

Job qualifications and requirements - A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science is highly preferred.

1. A passion for solving problems and providing workable solutions
2. Knowledge of software terms, technology stacks, and software roles
3. Strong analytical and reasoning skills with an ability to visualize processes and outcomes
4. Outstanding all-round communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

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