Country Talent Acquisition Manager

The Country Talent Acquisition Manager leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the recruitment function for Mercy Corps DRC. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources and Corporate Culture, this role ensures the organization attracts, recruits, and integrates diverse and highly skilled talent, in line with the national strategy and operational needs. The incumbent acts as a strategic partner to senior management, translating workforce planning into proactive recruitment processes while ensuring full compliance with Mercy Corps standards and DRC labor laws. They balance strategic workforce planning, operational excellence, and employer branding in a competitive and complex labor market. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: STRATEGY AND WORKFORCE PLANNING Contribute to the development and implementation of the national Human Resources and Corporate Culture strategy, with responsibility for the Talent Acquisition component. Translate the national strategy and program development plans into forward-looking recruitment plans and talent pools. Collaborate with the leadership team and recruitment managers to anticipate workforce needs and provide guidance on recruitment feasibility, timelines, and risks. Utilize recruitment data, metrics, and labor market information to inform decision-making and improve recruitment outcomes. Identify opportunities to strengthen recruitment systems, tools, and processes in line with global standards. TALENT RECRUITMENT AND PLACEMENT Lead the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring hires are completed on time, transparently, and to a high standard. Collaborate with recruitment managers to define job requirements based on program needs and market realities. Build and maintain talent pools for critical, technical, and hard-to-fill positions, including capacity building for emergency programs. Ensure inclusive recruitment practices that promote diversity, equity, and gender balance. Enhance the skills of recruitment managers through coaching in interviewing, selection, and decision-making.

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