DAKAR ACADEMY | Human Resources
Job Title: HR Administrator – Recruiting Reports to: HR Manager Supervises: None Level/Grade: Support Staff Type of Position: Full-time Hours: Varies
Summary
The HR Administrator–Recruiting supports all staffing needs across Dakar Academy campuses. This role ensures timely and effective communication with prospective and incoming staff, manages applicant documentation, and maintains a smooth onboarding process from initial inquiry through arrival in Dakar.
Objectives of the Role
- Recruit qualified candidates for all open positions within Dakar Academy schools.
- Facilitate a positive and seamless onboarding experience for applicants.
- Maintain accurate, organized files and records for all candidates and newly hired staff.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities
- Respond promptly and professionally to all serious inquiries.
- Maintain an up-to-date database of applicant information.
- Communicate with applicants via email in a clear and courteous manner.
- Collect and organize all required documents for each applicant file.
- Collaborate with the HR Manager to determine the best fit for candidates.
- Present completed applicant files to administration for review.
- Manage full-cycle recruitment and maintain communication with hired staff until their arrival at Dakar Academy.
- Track child safety training and background checks for employees, volunteers, and substitute teachers.
- Provide ongoing updates to the HR Manager regarding potential candidates and open positions.
- Update job postings on platforms such as RCE, ACSI, TeachNext, and others.
Skills and Qualifications
- College education
- Strong written communication skills and team player.
- Proficient with Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Trello, and similar tools.
- Responds promptly and professionally to email correspondence.
- Collaborative and able to work effectively within a team.
- Friendly, approachable, and supportive to all applicants.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
