Junior Associate- Talent Acquisition - Human Resources
About WRI India:
WRI India is a research organization that turns big ideas into action at the intersection of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. Our mission is to advance sustainable development and create systemic changes that benefit people and the planet. With a global network of offices, WRI is committed to addressing critical environmental and social challenges through rigorous research, data analysis, and innovative partnerships.
About your role:
The Sourcing Strategist will play a key role in supporting the recruitment process by developing and executing sourcing strategies to identify and attract top talent across various disciplines at WRI India. This role involves leveraging creative and data-driven approaches to proactively engage with both active and passive candidates. As a Sourcing Strategist, you will work closely with the Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers to meet the organizationโs growing recruitment needs, particularly for specialized roles in sustainability, research, and project management.
How your day will unfold:
Develop Sourcing Strategies:
Candidate Identification and Engagement:
Use multiple tools and platforms, including LinkedIn, job boards, social media, and professional networks, to source candidates.Manage the initial outreach and screening process, ensuring candidates are aligned with WRIโs values and role requirements.Collaborate with Hiring Teams:
Work with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements and create customized sourcing strategies.Provide market insights and talent availability reports to assist hiring managers in the decision-making process.Diversity and Inclusion:
Ensure sourcing strategies reflect our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce.Develop targeted outreach strategies to attract diverse candidates for all open positions.Pipeline Management and Reporting:
Maintain an active talent pipeline for important roles and future hiring needs.Report and analyse sourcing metrics and adjust strategies based on performance data.Ensure all candidate information is maintained within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).Employer Branding:
Promote WRI India as an employer of choice through networking events, social media campaigns, and partnerships with universities.Qualifications and requirements we seek:
Bachelorโs or masterโs degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.1 or more years of experience in talent sourcing, recruiting, or a related role in non-profits, environmental organizations, or mission-driven sectors.Knowledge of sourcing tools and platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS systems, Boolean search).Develop and implement successful sourcing strategies for niche and hard-to-fill roles.Engage both passive and active candidates.Demonstrated experience supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives in recruitment.Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple priorities.Strong analytical skills with the ability to report on important sourcing metrics.Salary and Benefits: 7,50,000 INR CTC Per annumSalary shall be commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.Duration: 1 years as term hire (extendable based on performance and project requirements) Location: Delhi Start date: As soon as possible.
List of Documents to be attached: Cover Letter ResumeOnly shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview purpose. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI IndiaWRI India values and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns and information about diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.Learn more about WRI Indiaโs commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Click Here