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ย Description
IFC โ a member of the World Bank Group โ is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.
IFCโs Human Resources (HR) Department provides strategic partnership to the business to develop and implement workforce strategies. The HR department includes three Centers of Expertise (COEs) -- Strategy and Organizational Effectiveness, Global Talent Acquisition and Mobility Services, and Talent Development and Incentives โ and two Client Services teams providing support to HQ and regions.ย
IFC is seeking a Recruitment Specialist to drive the rollout and strategic implementation of an end-to-end recruitment model covering Head Quarters (Washington, DC). The position will report to the Global Recruitment Program Lead.
Duties and Accountabilities:ย
โขย Own and drive the full lifecycle recruitment process from job posting to candidate onboarding for requisitions in Head Quarters (Washington, DC), ensuring adherence to metrics on time to fill, workforce plan completion, diversity of hires, hiring manager experience, and candidate experience.โฏย
โขย Engage early and often with hiring teams to understand client needs, advise on recruitment policy and procedures, help determine selection committee composition, providing best practice methods for assessment, and set timelines and roles.โฏย
โขย Source candidates from talent pipelines and through proactive sourcing using multiple channels, including internal referrals, alumni networks, LinkedIn, outreach events, and online campaigns.โฏย
โขย Assist aligned Recruitment Coordinators in longlisting, to ensure quality control and facilitate shortlisting and assessments.โฏย
โขย Provide a positive candidate experience by ensuring a clear and transparent process, providing timely communication, and seeking and incorporating candidate feedback.โฏย
โขย Collaborate with HR Client Services team to determine salary offer, obtain relevant approvals, and communicate the offer and benefits to candidates.โฏย
โขย Track, analyze and interpret relevant metrics to inform strategies and recommendations to meet recruitment goals.ย
โขย Manage relationships with recruitment search firms and agencies, as required.ย
โขย Manage recruitment drives and batch hiring processes, as required.ย
โขย Provide support to regional recruitment teams/colleagues, as required.ย
โขย Organize and participate in talent outreach events, as required, to actively promote IFC as an employer of choice and identify prospective talent.ย
โขย Oversee the work of aligned Recruitment Coordinators, providing coaching and mentoring.
Selection Criteria
โขย Masterโs degree with at least 5 years of experience in recruitment and sourcing, preferably within an international organization or large corporate environment.โฏย
โขย Proven experience searching for talent for difficult-to-fill roles, in a high-volume recruitment environment.ย
โขย Advanced knowledge of LinkedIn Recruiter as an effective tool, to source candidates, manage online campaigns, build talent pipelines, and create reports.ย
โขย Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills across boundaries, and the ability to develop and maintain working relationships with managers, staff, and candidates at all levels.โฏย
โขย Ability to see the big picture, think strategically, and deliver pragmatic and structured solutions to client/business needs.โฏย
โขย Track record of high levels of integrity, tact and discretion when managing sensitive and confidential information.โฏย
โขย Superb planning, coordination and organizational skills, and strong presentation skills.โฏย
โขย Results-driven with a positive attitude and a high degree of initiative and responsiveness.โฏย
โขย Ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines, and attend to details while staying focused on key priorities.โฏย
โขย Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.ย
โขย Familiarity with talent pools and labor trends in the National Capital Region (DMV), a bonus.ย
โขย Recruitment experience in financial services or an international development organization, a bonus.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.
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