Talent Acquisition Specialist

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION 
Please note: this is an on-site position based in Managua, Nicaragua. Only Nicaraguan applicants will be accepted

At OSI WE KEEP GROWING!  

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is the main responsible of maintaining a full pipeline of people who fulfill the requirements for existing job offers, is also responsible to create sources and opportunities to fulfill the existing jobs requests in the company, same as making sure the candidates comply with the profile requested through a screening process. A talent acquisition specialist works in the Human Resources field and assists in the proper staffing of an organization in an environment that encourages quick thinking, aggressive sourcing skills and a proactive approach towards talent acquisition. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep updated the Recruitment Databases through intensive cold calling. 
• Source potential candidates through online channels and live/onsite job fairs (e.g. social platforms and professional networks). 
• Identify and attract highly qualified individuals through cold calling (Screening calls), networking, referrals, and advertising.  
• Develop and maintain excellent relations with hiring managers, candidates, and the community at large to advance the OSI brand. 
• Work in a fast-paced environment while meeting weekly and monthly goals. 
• Develop candidate pipelines that meet staffing needs while building a reputation for solid, competent, and qualified placements.  
• Maintain all supporting records and data, including applicant flow statistics for Recruitment reporting.   
• Process Employees’ requests and provide relevant information.  
• Collaborate with the Senior HR or Recruiter to post job ads on career pages or social media. 
• Process incoming resumes.  
• Manage the department’s telephone center and address queries accordingly.  
• Prepare reports and presentations for sourcing efforts.  
• Handle the bulk of resume screening and make initial contact with candidates.  
• Organize and attend job fairs and recruitment events. 
• Foster long-term relationships with past applicants and potential candidates. 

REQUIREMENTS  

• Proven work experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist or similar role 1-year minimum (Desirable).  
• Studies related to Psychology or any business-related field (Desirable).  
• Familiarity with social media, resume databases, and professional networks. 
• Knowledge of all components of full lifecycle recruiting including sourcing, qualifying, networking, assessing, legal, job analysis, wage and salary trends, and relationship management. 
• Demonstrate ability to source and attract highly qualified individuals through cold calling, advertising, networking, and referrals. 
• Customer Service and technical skills or experience.  
• Strong management of MS Office package and emails, recruiting software (ATS) & social media sources.  
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.  

QUALIFICATIONS  

• Strong relationship-building and networking experience required to be successful in the role. 
• Outstanding interpersonal, interviewing, negotiating, screening, and closing skills.  
• Excellent organizational skills with an attention to detail and proven ability to follow directions. 
• Proactive and Self-motivated.  
• Quick learner with the ability to multitask. 
• Interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally. 
• Decision maker driven is strongly preferred. 
• Experience working with a diverse team and striving for fairness in hiring all races, genders, and ages.