Talent Acquisition Generalist

Job description

Marriott International is the world's largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. We believe a great career is a journey of discovery and exploration. So, we ask, where will your journey take you?

Desired profile

Qualifications :

JOB SUMMARY

This role specialises in Talent Acquisition (recruitment, selection processes, workforce planning, recruitment database, recruitment campaigns, hotel school/university presentations & graduate recruitment, career fairs, recruitment advertising, social media recruitment) and supports selection activities for hotels that form part of the group within the region.

The incumbent will be required to follow all company policies and procedures; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information. Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

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Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related major.

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Previous working experience within a recruitment agency is preferred.

·  No supervisory experience is required.
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Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint.

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Must have excellent spoken and written business English language comprehension and accurate typing with excellent spelling and grammar.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

The key responsibilities of this role include:

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Posting and monitoring of vacancies on the company recruitment system

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Tracking and screening applications

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Conducting phone screens

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Providing shortlists to be interviewed

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Following up and monitoring that interviews have been arranged and conducted

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Following up on interviews to establish outcomes

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Manage applicant responses

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Facilitate reference and background checks

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Ensure recruitment documentation is completed and shared with the relevant stakeholders i.e. Candidates, Compensation & Benefits, hotel HR etc.

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Implement recruitment strategies in line with EE and B-BBEE requirements.

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Support the execution of a recruitment strategy plan, to include Relationship Recruitment, Online Job Boards, Search Agencies, University / School / College Recruiting etc.

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Supports ongoing recruitment related systems training and education to the field to meet growth objectives.

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Handles routine and special reporting projects and requests, which could include presentations, monthly reports, budget schedules, accumulating data / information from team/department, when needed. This work may include data entry and/or basic analysis and developing databases or spreadsheets.

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Answers departmental telephone line(s); provides callers with responses to all types of requests, both routine and those requiring research and follow up; directs calls to the appropriate person or takes messages. Develops alternatives to handle requests when many times the problems are not clearly identified or involve sensitive issues. Routinely responds back directly to the caller after performing research or follow up.

Additional Responsibilities

·  Maintain and treat confidential information with absolute discretion
·  Informs, updates, and provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person in a timely manner.
·  Attends and participates in all relevant meetings.
·  Presents ideas, expectations and information in a concise, organized manner.
·  Uses problem solving methodology for decision making and follow up.
·  Maintains positive working relations.
·  Manages time effectively and conducts activities in an organized manner.
·  Performs other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor.
·  Performs other related tasks as assigned by management.
·  Complies with Marriott International policies and procedures.
·  Actively pursues learning and self-development to enhance personal, professional and business growth.
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Highly adaptable, resilient and able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with limited supervision and minimal direction

COMPETENCIES




Basic Competencies - Fundamental competencies required for accomplishing basic work activities.

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Computer Skills - Uses basic computer hardware and software (e.g., personal computers, word processing software, Internet browsers, etc.).

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Mathematical Reasoning - Adds, subtracts, multiplies, or divides quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.

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Oral Comprehension - Listens to and understands information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

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Reading Comprehension – Understands written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

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Writing - Communicates effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Personal Competencies

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Managing Execution: Adept at coordinating the implementation of programs and/or initiatives through a network of resources that may not be directly controlled; demonstrated competency for planning, designing, implementing processes that bring initiatives to a successful conclusion; ability to work in a transaction-driven, deadline-driven environment to meet objectives of the assignment and meet budget and quality goals.

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Leadership: Ability to adapt to changing business needs and diverse individuals including ability to influence and achieve results through other people.

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Project Leadership: Ability to reflect the needs of the Continent and Market to corporate launch leaders and/or other key stakeholders to ensure the HR solutions make a positive business impact.

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Managing Relationships: Able to manage and sustain relationships at multiple levels while moving initiatives forward to meet overall program milestones.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.