Recruitment Specialist (m/f/d) for international Cooperation
Want to make an impact?
Then come join us at GFA Consulting Group - a leading European consulting company working in international development cooperation. Since 1982, GFA has carried out numerous development and research projects in over 130 countries, focusing on matters of global importance. Our work, both in our projects and at our headquarters in Hamburg in Germany, supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), to improve people's lives and protect the planet. Our international and multicultural team of professionals is at the heart of our success. If you share this passion for international cooperation and enjoy working in an international environment, where you can contribute to shaping a better world, join the GFA team as: Recruitment Specialist (m/f/d) for international Cooperation
The recruitment and long-term engagement of suitable experts for tenders and projects is crucial to our business and fundamental to our success. The Framework Contracts (FWC) Unit implements various framework contracts for the EU, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), and the Council of Europe Development Bank. These contracts involve providing services to support project and program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Location: We are primarily looking for someone for our headquarters in Hamburg. Other locations, such as our office in Belgrade, may also be possible with regular visits to Hamburg.
As part of the GFA Recruitment Department in Hamburg, you will collaborate closely with our recruiters in Hamburg, Columbia and Serbia as well as with the FWC-Unit team. We seek individuals with high motivation and a strong ability to work independently.
Your tasks
- Conduct expert searches and proactively engage candidates through global sourcing to identify suitable experts
- Manage the entire recruitment process for projects and studies under EU Framework contracts and other clients (FCDO, CEB, EIB, KfW, etc.).
- Conduct personnel selection, negotiate contracts, and manage expert relations.
- Maintain and expand our internal Expert Database through rigorous analysis and selection of CVs
Your profile
- Bachelor's or master degree in human resources management or social sciences; a degree related to development cooperation is advantageous.
- 2-3 years of professional experience in development cooperation or consulting.
- Knowledge of international personnel recruitment and acquisition is desirable.
- Strong communication skills, quick perception, hands-on approach, and flexibility.
- Proficiency in French and excellent spoken and written English; knowledge of further languages like German of Spanish is advantageous.
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with databases is beneficial.
- Ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines, and work well under pressure.
- Excellent self-organization, prioritization, versatility, and adaptability.
We offer
An opportunity to be part of a multicultural and diverse team that comes together in Hamburg's lush green district of Volksdorf to work on issues that are at the heart of international cooperation. We lay the foundation for you to grow and learn with GFA, providing continuous skills development and further training. Additionally, we offer the following:
- Flexible working arrangement: Our flexible work model enables you to work remotely from home as well as in the office.
- Work-life balance: Our family-orientated policies enable a healthy balance between your professional and private life. We grant a tax-free childcare allowance (daycare) and offer family leave when you need to take care of your relatives.
- Health and wellbeing: We provide access to gym membership with a rich selection of wellness and sport programs around the city. Additionally, staff members organize various sporting activities and events.
- Public transport subsidy: To promote climate-friendly commuting, we subsidise monthly tickets for local public transport.
- Surrounded by nature: GFA's barrier-free offices are set in natural surroundings, and easily accessible from Hamburg's city center. At your convenience, the offices are also within reach of public and social amenities.
Contact person
Regine Reuter Regine.Reuter@gfa-group.de
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