Freedom Khoza
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Durban
Summary
As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, I bring extensive experience and expertise in many aspects of the recruitment process. With a proven track record of success, I have the ability to partner with stakeholders to understand hiring needs, devising effective recruitment strategies, and sourcing talent across various industries and functions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Specialist: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Games Global
08.2021 - Current
- Cultivate, oversee, and nurture relationships with stakeholders globally across designated Business Units and external candidates.
- Work closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and define effective recruitment strategies.
- Coordinate and manage recruitment efforts across diverse geographical locations.
- Target specialised IT talent through various channels including job boards, passive sourcing, and headhunting.
- Develop and compose job advertisements aligned with recruitment strategies, while consistently managing responses.
- Supervise the selection process for suitable candidates, encompassing CV screening, both onsite and online interviewing, and psychometric assessments.
- Maintain ongoing communication with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and adherence to timelines.
- Ensure the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), such as Workday, remains up-to-date.
- Oversee candidate experience and engagement throughout the hiring process.
- Provide leadership and support to the administrative team, particularly in interview scheduling and background checks.
- Collaborate with the remuneration team regarding internal and external offer negotiations.
- Coordinate the onboarding process in conjunction with other Human Resources departments.
- Train and familiarise new hires, both internally and externally, with company policies and procedures as part of the onboarding process.
- Facilitate the induction and training of new Talent Acquisition team members in business processes.
- Continuously evaluate and identify opportunities for enhancement within the recruitment process.
Group Recruitment Consultant
Ignition Group
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Responsible for overseeing the recruitment process, including liaising with Hiring Managers to ascertain staffing requirements.
- Identifying the most appropriate procedures and selection criteria for each position.
- Crafting internal and external job advertisements for current vacancies and future talent pipeline needs.
- Promoting job openings on internal career platforms and external channels like LinkedIn.
- Utilising online platforms and proactive sourcing methods for candidate discovery.
- Screening and shortlisting applications according to hiring team specifications.
- Maintaining the applicant tracking system with up-to-date information. • Collaborating on candidate offer negotiations.
- Managing candidate engagement and experience throughout the recruitment journey.
- Providing regular progress reports to Hiring Managers and the Head of People regarding open positions.
- Assessing candidates based on interview and assessment outcomes.
- Facilitating the onboarding process for new hires, whether external recruits or internal promotions.
Recruitment Consultant
Educor Holdings
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Responsible for overseeing the recruitment process, including liaising with Hiring Managers to ascertain staffing requirements.
- Identifying the most appropriate procedures and selection criteria for each position.
- Crafting internal and external job advertisements for current vacancies and future talent pipeline needs.
- Promoting job openings on internal career platforms and external channels like LinkedIn.
- Utilising online platforms and proactive sourcing methods for candidate discovery.
- Screening and shortlisting applications according to hiring team specifications.
- Maintaining the applicant tracking system with up-to-date information.
- Collaborating on candidate offer negotiations.
- Managing candidate engagement and experience throughout the recruitment journey.
- Providing regular progress reports to Hiring Managers and the Head of People regarding open positions.
- Assessing candidates based on interview and assessment outcomes.
- Facilitating the onboarding process for new hires, whether external recruits or internal promotions.
Bulk Recruitment Account Manager
CCI South Africa - Careerbox
12.2015 - 06.2018
- Improved overall team productivity by implementing best practices in organisation and time management.
- Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to execute successful marketing campaigns for key accounts.
- Cultivated long-term relationships with key stakeholders in assigned accounts, fostering trust and loyalty among clients.
- Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
- Established clear communication channels between clients and internal teams, ensuring seamless project execution.
- Collaborated with sales team to identify potential upsell opportunities and expand client base.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
- Guide and mentor Rectuiter recruiters.
Project Resource Manager
Golden Rule Technology - RPO
07.2013 - 11.2015
- Work closely with client hiring managers to craft job advertisements for available positions.
- Foster and sustain strong connections with clients and candidates, ensuring a seamless and favorable recruitment journey.
- Generate and refine job postings.
- Utilise diverse channels such as online job platforms, social media, and networking gatherings to identify and evaluate potential candidates.
- Review resumes and applications and keep candidates informed about the progress of their applications.
Recruitment Consultant
LAK HR Consulting
07.2012 - 06.2013
- Collaborated with hiring managers to develop accurate job descriptions and identify key qualifications for open positions.
- Increased candidate placements by developing and implementing targeted recruitment strategies.
- Negotiated competitive compensation packages on behalf of clients and candidates to ensure successful placements.
- Built strong relationships with clients through regular communication and understanding their unique needs.
- Coordinated interviews between clients and candidates to ensure seamless scheduling and communication throughout the process.
IT Recruitment Consultant
IT Edge (ADvTECH Resourcing)
03.2011 - 06.2012
- Expand the company's client base through targeted business development efforts and consistent networking within the IT industry.
- Utilise innovative sourcing methods to attract top IT talent from various channels such as job boards, social media, and referrals.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to understand their unique hiring requirements and preferences.
- Negotiated competitive salary packages between candidates and clients to ensure successful placements and maintain ongoing relationships.
- Grow the company's candidate pool by fostering relationships with passive candidates and maintaining regular contact for potential future opportunities.
- Responsible for candidate engagement by maintaining regular communication, providing interview guidance, and offering constructive feedback post interviews.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality IT candidates for various roles.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Unisa
South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Timeline
HR Specialist: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Games Global
08.2021 - Current
Group Recruitment Consultant
Ignition Group
05.2019 - 07.2021
Recruitment Consultant
Educor Holdings
08.2018 - 04.2019
Bulk Recruitment Account Manager
CCI South Africa - Careerbox
12.2015 - 06.2018
Project Resource Manager
Golden Rule Technology - RPO
07.2013 - 11.2015
Recruitment Consultant
LAK HR Consulting
07.2012 - 06.2013
IT Recruitment Consultant
IT Edge (ADvTECH Resourcing)
03.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Unisa
04.2001 -
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