Job Opportunity at Absa Bank Uganda
Position: Talent Acquisition Manager
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 16th September 2024
Job Type: Full-time
About Absa Bank Uganda
Absa Bank Uganda Limited, formerly known as Barclays Bank of Uganda Limited, is a leading commercial bank licensed by the Bank of Uganda. We are dedicated to providing innovative financial solutions and exceptional service to our clients.
Position Overview
The Talent Acquisition Manager is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and interviewing prospective employees to align with the Bank’s strategic plans. This role involves managing the end-to-end talent acquisition process in collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality talent.
Key Responsibilities:
Talent Acquisition (40%)
- Develop and execute a talent acquisition plan aligned with the Bank’s strategic priorities.
- Implement innovative sourcing strategies to build a diverse talent pool.
- Drive cost-saving resourcing strategies and explore creative talent-capturing solutions.
- Manage search strategies for senior and niche candidates.
- Enhance internal mobility by considering internal candidates before external sourcing.
- Advise hiring managers on candidate progression and negotiate release dates.
- Ensure timely onboarding of new hires and adherence to policies.
Stakeholder Management (20%)
- Maintain clear communication with all internal and external stakeholders.
- Cascade the talent acquisition plan and build relationships with candidates.
- Provide regular updates on resourcing strategy and key performance indicators.
- Act as a liaison between Absa and recruitment agencies.
Report Writing (10%)
- Manage the Talent Acquisition Scorecard and vacancy tracker.
- Provide continuous feedback to hiring managers and prepare monthly reports for governance meetings.
Talent Mobility (10%)
- Support inbound and outbound international assignees in collaboration with the International Mobility team.
Governance, Risk, and Control (20%)
- Ensure compliance with talent acquisition policies and standards.
- Liaise with the Ministry of Internal Affairs for visas and permits.
- Educate managers on talent acquisition policies and maintain accurate system data.
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
- Experience: 2-3 years in Talent Acquisition or broad-based HR business partnership.
- Skills: Strong understanding of recruitment processes, employment regulations, and financial budgeting.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with assessment instruments (e.g., SHL, Korn Ferry) is an advantage.
- Behavioral Competencies: Collaboration, customer excellence, effective communication, and emotional intelligence.
- Cognitive Competencies: Ethics and integrity, analytical thinking.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications by 16th September 2024. Click here to apply or use the provided application link.