Recruiter at Tana

Tana

  • Nairobi
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 hours ago
Position overview
  • We are seeking a Recruiter to source, attract, and hire top talent for one of our client partners.
  • The role will be placed with a boutique US recruiting firm that works with top-tier health tech and AI startups, and is focused on hiring key sales, marketing and operations roles.
  • You will play a key role in sourcing and identifying qualified candidates, conducting interviews and skills assessments, and ensuring a smooth hiring experience.
  • This role requires excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
  • Proactively source and headhunt candidates using a variety of channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, talent databases, referrals, and creative sourcing strategies.
  • Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
  • Conduct market mapping and talent research to identify target companies, profiles, and candidate pools.
  • Engage passive candidates through personalized outreach and relationship-building, clearly communicating opportunities and value propositions.
  • Screen and assess candidates through initial calls and structured interviews to evaluate skills, experience, and overall fit.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and/or clients to understand role requirements and refine sourcing strategies accordingly.
  • Maintain accurate and organized records of candidate interactions, pipelines, and hiring progress.
  • Contribute to improving sourcing strategies, tools, and processes over time.
Requirements:
  • Eligible to work in Kenya.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
  • 2–4 years of professional experience in recruitment or talent sourcing.
  • Proven experience or strong interest in headhunting and proactive sourcing, including engaging passive candidates.
  • Familiarity with sourcing tools and platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean searches, common ATS).
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess candidate profiles and identify high-potential talent.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple pipelines and priorities simultaneously.
  • Self-driven, resourceful, and comfortable operating with a high degree of ownership.
  • Experience in fast-paced or startup environments is a plus.
Admin:
  • This is a full-time, fully remote role based in Kenya.
  • Work hours: approx 3pm-12am EAT (to align with the US).
  • If selected, you will be hired by Tana and embedded full-time with our client.
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