Talent Acquisition Lead – Airtel Tanzania (March 2025)

Location: Tanzania

Job Type: Full-time

Industry: Telecommunications

Application Deadline: [Insert Deadline]

Why Join Airtel Africa?

At Airtel Africa, we thrive on passion, energy, and a results-driven mindset. We are a company built on innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, constantly seeking new ways to enrich the lives of the communities we serve.

We embrace diversity and inclusion, ensuring a dynamic and supportive work environment for all. If you’re looking for a career with impact, growth, and the opportunity to be part of a winning team, Airtel is the right place for you.

About the Role

As the Talent Acquisition Lead, you will play a critical role in identifying, attracting, and retaining top talent to drive Airtel Tanzania’s success. You will develop strategic recruitment plans, manage hiring processes, and ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new hires.

This role is ideal for a talent acquisition expert who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building a strong workforce.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Sourcing & Recruitment Strategy

• Develop efficient recruitment strategies to attract top talent for critical roles.
• Identify internal and external recruitment channels to ensure quick and effective hiring.
• Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies and vendors to meet hiring needs.

2. Cost Optimization in Recruitment

• Ensure cost-effective hiring by selecting the most efficient recruitment channels.
• Oversee and maximize the use of recruitment portals for streamlined hiring processes.

3. Employer Branding & Market Positioning

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to enhance Airtel’s employer brand.
• Build strong relationships with universities, professional institutions, and placement agencies to position Airtel as an employer of choice.

4. Onboarding & Employee Integration

• Lead the implementation of a world-class onboarding program to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
• Improve employee retention by fostering engagement from day one.

5. Outsourcing Management

• Ensure all outsourced roles are filled in a timely manner.
• Manage onboarding and integration of outsourced employees.
• Maintain effective relationships with outsourcing service providers to meet service level agreements (SLAs).

6. Succession Planning & Talent Development

• Build a top talent database for key operational and leadership roles.
• Support succession planning initiatives to ensure business continuity.

7. Background Verification & Compliance

• Ensure that all new hires undergo comprehensive background verification checks.
• Maintain strong relationships with external background verification vendors.

8. Policy & Process Management

• Ensure talent acquisition policies are up to date and aligned with industry best practices.
• Monitor compliance with employment laws and regulations.

9. Employee Records Management

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee documentation.
• Ensure proper record-keeping and data management.

10. Additional Responsibilities

• Support other HR functions as needed.

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Qualifications & Experience

Education

✔ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
✔ A Master’s degree in Business or Human Resources Management is preferred.
✔ Professional certifications such as CIPD, SHRM are an added advantage.

Experience & Skills

✔ 6+ years of recruitment experience, preferably in a high-volume hiring environment.
✔ Experience managing outsourcing services and vendor relationships.
✔ Strong knowledge of employment laws, labor legislation, and best practices in talent management.
✔ Expertise in developing and executing recruitment strategies.
✔ Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
✔ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience in data-driven decision-making.
✔ Business and financial acumen to align talent acquisition strategies with company goals.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with Airtel Tanzania, submit your application by following the link below:

Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining the future of telecommunications in Africa!