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JOB ADVERT: Talent Acquisition and Development Manager

Location: Douala (CMDO), LT, CM, +237

Job ID: 39241

Barry Callebaut is the heart and engine of the cocoa and chocolate industry. We are looking for Talent Acquisition and Development Manager in Cameroon for Douala. Our broad range of products and services span all aspects from cocoa sourcing to fine chocolate products, which are loved by people of all ages worldwide. We are passionate about our business and work hard every day to ensure that there is enough chocolate in the world. Nothing is more important to our success than the combined expertise of more than 9000 Barry Callebaut employees around the world. Our international focus in the fascinating world of cocoa-growing and chocolate are the colorful backdrop for our many functions across a wide range of disciplines. In addition to sharing a passion for chocolate, Barry Callebaut employees live our other corporate values every day - customer focus, entrepreneurship, integrity and team spirit. We are committed to making sure that they have the right skills, know-how and deep understanding of our customers and their needs. Engaging and developing our employees is the key to our success. Because our business focus is so broad, the scope of career opportunities within Barry Callebaut can cover many functional areas.

Main of tasks:

To determine current staffing needs and produce forecasts
To develop talent acquisition strategies and hiring plans with the HR Manager
To perform sourcing (through our platform SUCCESS FACTORS or recruitment agencies) to fill open positions with internal and external candidates and anticipate future needs
To plan and conduct recruitment and selection processes (screening calls, interviews, etc.)
To develop and manage a candidate experience strategy that improves the application process, emphasizes employment branding, and improves the overall communication with the candidate base.
To define a relevant and consistent on-boarding programs/process in order to ensure the good adaptation of the new comers
To create new employees and manage termination procedures in the  HRIS
To organize , maintain and update employees HRIS information
To implement the Talent Development vision and strategy that serves growing needs of the business, people and culture
To build and facilitate development programs
To ensure at the beginning of each year the training plan is built collaboratively with the different heads of department and validated according to the budget available and organization priorities
To ensure the training plan is executed according to the forecast and the training process/procedure is respected
To develop and manage relationships with external consultants and training providers to deliver diverse training events
To monitor and evaluate all learning and development activities and assess the training effectiveness and ROI, and to ensure standards are met, completion attained and learning is transferred into the workplace
To develop and manage talent management process and prepare succession planning for key roles
To ensure all the job profiles are available and updated on a regular basis
To assist in employee retention
To propose or initiate various employment branding initiatives/activities
To manage employees engagement survey to identify trends and propose actions
To ensure the payroll backup and control

Ideal candidate profile:

1. Education

• Bachelor’s degree / Master Degree preferably in Human Resources Management, Social Sciences, Organizational Development, Business Administration or related field

2. Experience

• At least 6 years of experience in leading or implementing recruitment processes, but also trainings management and people development programs,  preferably in an industrial and multinational environment

3. Specific knowledge, competencies and skills required

• Strong interviewing skills (especially for behavioral aspects)
• Solid recruitment experience
• Solid training management experience
• Strong networker (strong existing network from which to gain qualified referrals and introductions)
• Good interpersonal relationship and teamwork
• Good teaching skills
• Strong multi-tasking ability
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize the workload
• Team-player
• Passionate and enthusiastic
• Motivated and hard-working
• Knowledge in MS Office Suite
• Fluent in English and French
• Knowledge in MS Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to include: demonstrated ability to communicate complex issues succinctly; create and conduct effective presentations; experience building strong client relationships while exercising influence, facilitation, training and negotiating skills to achieve desired results

Our strength comes from the passion and expertise of our people. As we strive to create an environment in which our people can continue to learn and develop their skills on an ongoing basis, it is our goal to encourage entrepreneurship and creativity. Apply for one of our interesting positions today and start a great career in the world of cocoa and chocolate.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please go to "careers" page on group BARRY CALLEBAUT website: www.barry-callebaut.com