Talent Acquisition & Employer Brand Specialist

Do you have a passion for identifying and attracting top talent while shaping the future of hiring processes? Are you skilled at building relationships with hiring partners, including communities, agencies, and talent groups, to create a robust talent pipeline? Do you thrive in operational roles, ensuring seamless recruitment processes and curating hiring guides to drive efficiency? Are you a strategic thinker with the ability to analyze recruitment metrics and translate insights into actionable improvements? Do you enjoy engaging with technical and non-technical candidates and creating exceptional hiring experiences? If you’re excited about the opportunity to lead hiring initiatives and contribute to the growth of a dynamic organization, this might just be the role for you. About ALX Africa ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and re-skill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers. With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and hands-on projects, we prepare our students for in-demand roles in software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity. We achieve this by: • Providing young professionals with access to the most in-demand tech skills that will power the future. • Empowering the next generation of technology innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders through challenging, real-world coursework. • Building a lifelong, impactful community of tech professionals that support them at all stages of their career journey. Our impact thus far: • 347k+ graduates since 2020 • 257k youth in work • 31k youth starting own ventures • 60k youth in jobs created by entrepreneurs Visit our website www.alxafrica.com to learn more about our digital revolution. Role Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Talent Acquisition & Employer Brand Specialist to support ALX Africa’s growth through a balanced mix of end-to-end recruitment and employer brand execution. This role will focus on attracting and hiring high-quality talent across technical and non-technical functions, while also helping shape how ALX is perceived as an employer by candidates and talent communities. The successful candidate will manage hiring processes, partner closely with hiring managers, and contribute to a positive, efficient, and inclusive candidate experience. In parallel, they will support and execute employer branding initiatives across social media, talent communications, content creation, campaigns, and community engagement to strengthen ALX Africa’s visibility and appeal in the talent market. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both the operational side of recruitment and the creative side of storytelling, and who can translate ALX’s mission, culture, and employee value proposition into compelling candidate-facing experiences. Specific Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end recruitment for assigned roles, including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer support. • Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and execute effective hiring strategies. • Build and maintain strong talent pipelines through sourcing, referrals, communities, and external partners. • Ensure a positive, efficient, and inclusive candidate experience throughout the hiring process. • Track recruitment activity, maintain hiring documentation, and share updates on pipeline progress and key metrics. • Execute employer branding initiatives across social media, candidate communications, and talent-facing content. • Plan and promote hiring campaigns, talent events, and other initiatives that strengthen ALX Africa’s employer brand. • Collaborate with People, Marketing, and business leaders to align hiring and employer brand efforts with organisational priorities. • Stay informed on talent acquisition and employer branding trends, tools, and best practices. Skill Requirements - Essential • Experience in talent acquisition, including sourcing, screening, and stakeholder management. • Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn Recruiter and other relevant channels. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging candidate-facing content. • Ability to manage multiple priorities across recruitment and employer brand activities. • Familiarity with ATS and recruitment tools. • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach. • Ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers, candidates, and external partners. • Understanding of employer branding, social media, or recruitment marketing. Skill Requirements - Preferable • Experience hiring for both technical and non-technical roles. • Experience supporting employer brand campaigns, social media, or talent communications. • Familiarity with recruitment metrics and using data to improve hiring outcomes. • Experience organising hiring events, talent community engagement, or similar initiatives. • Understanding of global hiring practices and remote workforce recruitment. • Familiarity with AI-enabled recruitment tools or content tools. Person Specification/Attributes • Courage: Willingness to speak up, challenge the status quo, and embrace new challenges. • Humility: Openness to learning, seeking help when needed, and a focus on serving others. • Adventure: A passion for setting ambitious goals, tackling difficult tasks, and finding joy in the journey. • Initiative: Proactive problem-solving, a sense of ownership, and a willingness to go above and beyond. • Resilience: The ability to bounce back from setbacks, persevere through challenges, and emerge stronger.