Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist
Manage the recruitment process from initiation to completion.
Overview
Manage the recruitment process from initiation to completion.
You have:
- Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent.
- Typically requires 5-8 years of experience with staffing/recruitment activities and human resources related practices.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English; fluent in host country language as appropriate.
- Working experience with Workday HRIS system strongly preferred.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
******Job Summary:******
FHI360 is seeking a temporary Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist based in Ghana through the end of January 2026 with a possibility of an extension. The Regional Talent Acquisition Specialist will manage the recruitment process from initiation to completion with posting of jobs, screening of applications, scheduling interviews, conducting background/reference checks, negotiating offers and start dates, preparing and sending out employment contracts for multiple countries. Special consideration will be given to former FHI360 employees.
****Responsibilities****
- Establishes recruiting requirements by discussing recruitment plans and needs with managers.
- Working closely with Compensation team, reviews position descriptions and job leveling to ensure alignment with organizational standards.
- Works with HRIS team to ensure build out of project structure in HR Information System and posts jobs based on project needs.
- Reviews and handles resumes and applications for job openings and arranges interviews by calling or emailing candidates.
- Develops and maintains candidate records for interviews and performs background and reference checks.
- Processes employment offers and employment contracts for recommended candidates following selection process.
- Provides status reports and updates hiring managers regarding posted job and job offers prepared.
****Education:****
- Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent.
****Experience:****
- Typically requires 5-8 years of experience with staffing/recruitment activities and human resources related practices.
- Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients, and staff.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English; fluent in host country language as appropriate.
- Working experience with Workday HRIS system strongly preferred.
- Prior work experience in a non- governmental organization (NGO).
****Typical Physical Demands:****
- Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.
FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with managing recruitment processes from start to finish? | This question assesses your practicality and effectiveness in handling recruitment tasks. | Outline specific examples of recruitment processes you have managed. |
| How do you establish recruiting requirements with hiring managers? | This question explores your collaboration skills with management. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to maintain candidate records and track recruitment progress? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle background and reference checks after selecting candidates? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your experience with HR Information Systems, specifically Workday? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you approach negotiating employment offers with candidates? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you explain how you ensure compliance with company standards in recruitment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you consider important when communicating with clients and staff during recruitment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |