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Senior Associate, Talent Acquisition
2026-09-28T12:38:58+00:00
Food For Education
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CONTRACTOR
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Nonprofit, and NGO
Human Resources, Social Services & Nonprofit, Recruitment
KES
MONTH
2026-10-12T17:00:00+00:00
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About the Role

As a Senior Associate, Talent Acquisition, you will play a key role in sourcing, attracting, and engaging top talent to join our organisation. You will collaborate closely with hiring managers and HR partners to ensure a seamless recruitment process and provide an exceptional candidate experience.

Responsibilities

Sourcing and Screening

  • Utilise various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals, to identify and attract qualified candidates.
  • Screen resumes and conduct initial phone interviews to assess candidate qualifications, skills, and fit for open positions.

Candidate Engagement

  • Serve as the main point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process, providing timely updates and feedback.
  • Maintain communication with candidates to ensure a positive candidate experience and promote the employer brand.
  • Ensure all applicants for all roles have been closed out within a timely manner, and feedback is provided where applicable.

Coordination and Logistics

  • Schedule interviews, coordinate interview logistics, and manage candidate travel arrangements where applicable.
  • Prepare interview materials and assist hiring managers in conducting effective interviews.

Data Management

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other recruitment tools.
  • Support in generating reports and metrics to track recruitment activity and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs).

Employer Branding

  • Assist in the development and implementation of employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
  • Support social media recruitment efforts by creating and sharing engaging content to showcase the company culture and employment opportunities.

Compliance and Documentation

  • Ensure compliance with all relevant employment and data protection laws & regulations throughout the recruitment process.
  • Prepare and distribute employment-related documentation, including offer letters and onboarding materials.
  • Any other duties and roles assigned to you by your manager.

Desired Candidate Profile

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5 Years of experience in talent acquisition/recruitment.
  • Experience working in an agency and in-house.
  • Excellent Data skills with high comfort levels working with Excel.
  • Proven ability to source and attract qualified candidates using various methods and tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
  • Passion for talent acquisition and a commitment to delivering a positive candidate experience.

Does this sound like you?

  • Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business or any other related field.
  • At least 6 years of work experience, working preferably in Talent Acquisition.
  • Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, employment law, and HR compliance.
  • Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
  • Demonstrated success in developing employer branding initiatives.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while ensuring follow-through on all initiatives.
  • Strategic thinker with keen attention to detail and a strong ability to execute strategy.
  • Solutions-oriented with a positive, 'can-do' attitude, able to prioritize tasks, and navigate shifting demands effectively.
  • Passionate commitment to F4E’s vision and values.
  • Collaborative mindset, a can-do attitude and the ability to work across departments effectively.
  • Strong analytical, written, and leadership skills with a focus on meeting deadlines.
  • Utilise various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals, to identify and attract qualified candidates.
  • Screen resumes and conduct initial phone interviews to assess candidate qualifications, skills, and fit for open positions.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process, providing timely updates and feedback.
  • Maintain communication with candidates to ensure a positive candidate experience and promote the employer brand.
  • Ensure all applicants for all roles have been closed out within a timely manner, and feedback is provided where applicable.
  • Schedule interviews, coordinate interview logistics, and manage candidate travel arrangements where applicable.
  • Prepare interview materials and assist hiring managers in conducting effective interviews.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other recruitment tools.
  • Support in generating reports and metrics to track recruitment activity and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Assist in the development and implementation of employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
  • Support social media recruitment efforts by creating and sharing engaging content to showcase the company culture and employment opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant employment and data protection laws & regulations throughout the recruitment process.
  • Prepare and distribute employment-related documentation, including offer letters and onboarding materials.
  • Any other duties and roles assigned to you by your manager.
  • Excellent Data skills with high comfort levels working with Excel.
  • Proven ability to source and attract qualified candidates using various methods and tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
  • Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, employment law, and HR compliance.
  • Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
  • Demonstrated success in developing employer branding initiatives.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while ensuring follow-through on all initiatives.
  • Strategic thinker with keen attention to detail and a strong ability to execute strategy.
  • Solutions-oriented with a positive, 'can-do' attitude, able to prioritize tasks, and navigate shifting demands effectively.
  • Collaborative mindset, a can-do attitude and the ability to work across departments effectively.
  • Strong analytical, written, and leadership skills with a focus on meeting deadlines.
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business or any other related field.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Senior Associate, Talent Acquisition

[Type: CONTRACTOR, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Human Resources, Social Services & Nonprofit, Recruitment]

Jobs at:
Food For Education

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, October 12 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, September 28 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About the Role

As a Senior Associate, Talent Acquisition, you will play a key role in sourcing, attracting, and engaging top talent to join our organisation. You will collaborate closely with hiring managers and HR partners to ensure a seamless recruitment process and provide an exceptional candidate experience.

Responsibilities

Sourcing and Screening

  • Utilise various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals, to identify and attract qualified candidates.
  • Screen resumes and conduct initial phone interviews to assess candidate qualifications, skills, and fit for open positions.

Candidate Engagement

  • Serve as the main point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process, providing timely updates and feedback.
  • Maintain communication with candidates to ensure a positive candidate experience and promote the employer brand.
  • Ensure all applicants for all roles have been closed out within a timely manner, and feedback is provided where applicable.

Coordination and Logistics

  • Schedule interviews, coordinate interview logistics, and manage candidate travel arrangements where applicable.
  • Prepare interview materials and assist hiring managers in conducting effective interviews.

Data Management

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other recruitment tools.
  • Support in generating reports and metrics to track recruitment activity and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs).

Employer Branding

  • Assist in the development and implementation of employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
  • Support social media recruitment efforts by creating and sharing engaging content to showcase the company culture and employment opportunities.

Compliance and Documentation

  • Ensure compliance with all relevant employment and data protection laws & regulations throughout the recruitment process.
  • Prepare and distribute employment-related documentation, including offer letters and onboarding materials.
  • Any other duties and roles assigned to you by your manager.

Desired Candidate Profile

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5 Years of experience in talent acquisition/recruitment.
  • Experience working in an agency and in-house.
  • Excellent Data skills with high comfort levels working with Excel.
  • Proven ability to source and attract qualified candidates using various methods and tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
  • Passion for talent acquisition and a commitment to delivering a positive candidate experience.

Does this sound like you?

  • Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business or any other related field.
  • At least 6 years of work experience, working preferably in Talent Acquisition.
  • Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, employment law, and HR compliance.
  • Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
  • Demonstrated success in developing employer branding initiatives.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while ensuring follow-through on all initiatives.
  • Strategic thinker with keen attention to detail and a strong ability to execute strategy.
  • Solutions-oriented with a positive, 'can-do' attitude, able to prioritize tasks, and navigate shifting demands effectively.
  • Passionate commitment to F4E’s vision and values.
  • Collaborative mindset, a can-do attitude and the ability to work across departments effectively.
  • Strong analytical, written, and leadership skills with a focus on meeting deadlines.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Human Resource jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Monday, October 12 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 28-09-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 28-09-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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