Talent Acquisition & Od Business Partner
Priority Activator Consulting
Nairobi | Full Time | Consulting
Closing in 2 weeks from now
Job Purpose
The Talent Acquisition & Organization Development OD Business Partner is responsible for leading end-to-end recruitment and employer branding initiatives while supporting organizational design and development. The role ensures accurate organizational structures, develops job descriptions for new roles, and partners with leadership to build a future-ready workforce while delivering an excellent candidate and onboarding experience.
Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Lead the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to onboarding.
- Partner with Department Heads to forecast and plan talent needs.
- Develop and maintain talent pipelines for key and recurring roles.
- Enhance candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
Employer Branding & Partnerships
- Build and maintain relationships with academic institutions and professional bodies.
- Position the organization as an Employer of Choice through strategic partnerships.
- Drive internship programs as a sustainable talent pipeline.
Organizational Development & Structure
- Develop and review job descriptions for all new roles with proper approvals.
- Maintain and update an accurate, real-time organizational structure and organogram.
- Audit and align structural changes to ensure governance and approval compliance.
- Support OD initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement and retention.
Onboarding & Employee Experience
- Oversee end-to-end onboarding processes digital and physical.
- Ensure all new hires complete mandatory induction within required timelines.
- Deliver a high-quality induction experience that drives early productivity and engagement.
Process Optimization & Analytics
- Optimize recruitment processes and sourcing channels for efficiency.
- Manage and monitor recruitment budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
- Track and improve key recruitment metrics such as cost-per-hire and time-to-fill.
- Leverage technology including GenAI tools to improve JD creation and talent mapping.
Requirements & Competencies
Education & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional HR certification is an added advantage.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Human Resources.
- At least 2 years’ experience in Talent Acquisition and/or HR Business Partnering/Organization Development roles.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems ATS.
- Experience with data analysis and visualization tools.
- Knowledge of modern sourcing techniques and recruitment platforms.
Core Competencies
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
- Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Creativity and innovation in problem-solving.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
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