The World Bank is excited to announce an opening for a Recruitment Officer (HR Officer) to join our dedicated Human Resources team. This is a pivotal role where you will be instrumental in attracting and selecting top talent to support our mission of reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development around the globe.
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As a Recruitment Officer, you will manage the end-to-end recruitment process, collaborate with hiring managers, and implement innovative strategies to ensure we attract diverse and qualified candidates. Your expertise in human resources will help shape the future of our workforce and contribute to a culture of excellence within the World Bank.
If you are passionate about human resources, possess strong interpersonal skills, and have a keen eye for talent acquisition, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to empower communities and transform lives.
Selection Criteria
• Master’s degree with at least 5 years of recruitment experience, ideally gained within the region, preferably at an international organization or large corporate environment such as an investment bank, consulting, or accounting firm.
• Proven experience in sourcing talent for difficult-to-fill roles.
• Deep familiarity with regional talent pools and labor trends.
• Experience recruiting across multiple countries in Africa is a plus, as is experience recruiting in “fragile, conflict-afflicted or violent” (FCV) countries in the region.
• Excellent teamwork and collaborative skills across boundaries, with the ability to develop and maintain working relationships with managers, staff, and candidates at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture and deliver pragmatic, structured solutions to client/business needs.
• High levels of integrity, tact, and discretion in managing sensitive and confidential information.
• Superb planning, coordination, and organizational skills, along with strong presentation abilities.
• Results-driven with a positive attitude, high degree of initiative, and responsiveness.
• Ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines, and attend to details while staying focused on key priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills. Can leverage data to build a strategy and are comfortable explaining metrics.
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.
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