THIS ROLE

The Proposal & Project Resourcing function is accountable for sourcing, selecting, and appointing key experts for anticipated opportunities, live proposals, and ongoing projects. Responsibilities include:

• Creating talent pools and engaging with the talent market to establish long-lasting relationships
• Supporting the recruitment of long-term project hires for large, forecasted proposals (e.g. large donor-funded projects such as USAID, FCDO, etc)
• Supporting the recruitment of short-term experts for live & quick turnaround proposals (e.g. 1-2 weeks’ timeframe)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Recruitment: Pooling and Selection

• Conduct recruitment activities, including developing job descriptions, proactive target searching, posting adverts, screening job applications, and evaluating and hiring talent efficiently.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines and pools for critical roles, engaging with potential candidates.
• Lead the identification and resourcing of experts for high-speed turnaround proposals or projects in prepositioning

Project Recruitment Marketing and Insights

• Utilise talent acquisition strategies to continuously position the employer in the job market and attract suitable talent in the independent consultancy/project market.
• Implement or support the implementation of recruitment marketing tactics to promote the employer’s brand and consultancy opportunities, driving job applications and offer acceptances.
• Analyse market trends and insights to optimise project recruitment and attract diverse talent.
• Analyse experts’ attraction rates, offer acceptance rates, diversity rates, referral rates, etc.

Process and Compliance

• Introduce best practices for project talent acquisition to align with the scale and the pace required for quick turnaround projects and proposals (e.g., market-tailored job descriptions, use of effective posting and searching platforms, prompt contracting).
• Comply with Genesis’ fair, ethical, and auditable selection processes to competitively and compliantly secure Key Experts.
• Ensure compliance with agreed recruitment processes including the full use of the ATS (applicant tracking system)
• Provide advice on contracting, employment compliance, and mobility considerations for projects.
• Collaborate with local labour law professionals and agencies to create secure remuneration packages

Relationship Building and Learning

• Support hiring managers with best practices for project recruitment and project team design.
• Keep track of analytics for project recruitment performance measurement.
• Collaborate closely with HR and Marketing Communications departments.
• Cultivate strong relationships with local agencies and relevant providers.
• Engage actively with experts post-tender submission/project completion to ensure satisfaction and retention

Requirements

Genesis consultants carry a balanced combination of powerful intellect, strong technical skills, and a consulting character to match. Successful candidates for roles at Genesis:

• Are passionate, self-motivated and energetic problem-solvers
• Value integrity and exhibit ethical behaviour
• Are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• At least 7 years’ relevant experience in the recruitment industry, with a strong understanding of business development, ideally in donor-led markets..
• Proven track record in Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Marketing.
• Strong understanding of the Genesis’ job market and candidate behaviours.
• Experience in hiring project long-term and short-term experts for donor markets.
• Experience in advising hiring managers on team structure and job descriptions.
• Proficient in working within tight deadlines.
• Ability to constructively negotiate and manage employment costs and agreements.
• Familiarity with compliance, due diligence, and auditing processes.
• Creative and strategic thinking skills for resourcing approaches.
• Effective stakeholder management for delivering high satisfaction and value-added services.
• Proficiency in using analytics to enhance decision-making and process efficiency.