Talent Acquisition Specialist

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Company Overview:

Book Bytes: Tales That Spark is a philanthropic initiative focused on providing free, culturally inclusive reading materials to underprivileged children in South Africa. Our mission is to ignite a love for reading and empower young minds through storytelling.

Job Summary:

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and recruiting individuals who are passionate about our mission. This position is ideal for someone with a background in HR or recruitment and a strong understanding of how to find the right talent for our organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to attract and recruit talent for various roles within the organization.
• Create and post job descriptions on relevant platforms.
• Conduct interviews and vet potential candidates to ensure they align with our mission and values.
• Work closely with team leaders to understand staffing needs and match candidates with appropriate roles.
• Maintain a database of candidates and manage communications throughout the recruitment process.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to ensure a smooth onboarding process for new team members.
• Stay updated on best practices in talent acquisition and recruitment.

Qualifications:

• Experience in HR, recruitment, or talent acquisition.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Passion for children’s literacy, education, and making a positive impact.

Why Join Us?

• Gain valuable experience in talent acquisition within a mission-driven organization.
• Be part of an initiative dedicated to improving children’s literacy in South Africa.
• Opportunity to express your ideas and contribute to impactful recruitment strategies.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Make a tangible difference in the lives of young readers.

NB: Please note that this is an unpaid, volunteer role.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to bookbytes.project@gmail.com.

Disclaimer:

Please ensure you follow the application instructions carefully.

Only submissions with both a resume (CV) and cover letter sent to the provided email will be reviewed. Applications submitted via the "I want to help" button or those that do not meet the outlined requirements will not be considered.