Talent Acquisition Specialist

Requirements

About iSchool:

At iSchool, we’re on a mission to empower the next generation with the skills of the future. As a leading EdTech company in Egypt and the MENA region, we specialize in teaching AI, coding, and digital skills to school-aged students through an innovative and interactive learning model. Our success depends on building a passionate, driven, and capable team – and that’s where you come in.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing HR team. In this role, you will be responsible for the full-cycle recruitment process – from understanding hiring needs and sourcing candidates to conducting interviews and onboarding top talent. You will play a crucial role in attracting and retaining the best professionals who align with iSchool’s values and objectives.

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you’ll work closely with hiring managers across various departments to ensure we meet our staffing goals with qualified and culturally aligned candidates. You’ll also help enhance our employer brand and continuously improve our hiring strategies and candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment Strategy & Planning

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand role requirements, team dynamics, and future staffing needs.
• Create and execute customized recruitment strategies to attract top-tier candidates for a variety of roles.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of potential candidates for future hiring needs.

2. Candidate Sourcing & Screening

• Source candidates using a variety of platforms such as LinkedIn, job boards, internal databases, referrals, and networking events.
• Conduct thorough screening of resumes and applications to evaluate qualifications and cultural fit.
• Pre-screen candidates through phone or video calls before scheduling in-person interviews.

3. Interview Coordination & Evaluation

• Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring teams.
• Conduct interviews and assist hiring managers in evaluating candidates’ skills, experience, and potential.
• Provide interview feedback to both candidates and internal stakeholders.

4. Employer Branding & Talent Marketing

• Promote iSchool’s employer brand across various platforms and at career events or job fairs.
• Develop engaging job descriptions and recruitment content that reflects the company’s mission and culture.

5. Offer Management & Onboarding

• Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to prepare and extend job offers.
• Ensure a smooth onboarding process by coordinating with internal teams and providing candidates with necessary information.
• Follow up with new hires to ensure a positive transition into the company.

6. Recruitment Analytics & Reporting

• Track and analyze recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill, source of hire, and offer acceptance rate.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the HR Manager on recruitment activities and challenges.
• Continuously seek feedback and implement improvements to enhance recruitment efficiency and candidate experience.