About the job 2x Recruitment Officer
BIOVAC is one of the leading sterile vaccine manufacturers rooted in Africa, with our core purpose being to "protect life". We are looking to hire a dynamic, passionate, confident, proactive and meticulous Recruitment Officer to join a goal-oriented team on a 3 Year Fixed-Term Contract.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:
- Bachelors degree or diploma in Human Resource and Industrial Psychology or equivalent
- Recognition is given to Prior Learning and practical experience
Experience needed to deliver the role seamlessly:
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably within a structured HR environment.
- Proven experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
- Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
- Exposure to recruitment administration
- Familiarity with local labour laws (e.g., South African Labour Relations Act, POPIA, EE Act) and regulatory requirements.
- Healthcare, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industry experience is highly advantageous.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:
Core Technical Delivery:
- Collaborate with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate profiles.
- Draft and publish job advertisements across various platforms.
- Source candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, and professional networks.
- Screen CVs and conduct initial interviews to assess candidate suitability.
- Coordinate interview schedules and communicate with candidates and hiring teams.
- Conduct reference checks and assist in offer negotiations and onboarding.
- Ensure job descriptions and selection criteria are inclusive and free from bias.
- Develop sourcing strategies to attract candidates from underrepresented groups.
- Monitor and report on recruitment metrics on a regular basis.
- Promote inclusive hiring practices and support internal DEI initiatives.
- Maintain and update the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) with candidate records and status updates.
- Ensure all recruitment documentation is complete, accurate, and stored securely.
- Prepare and submit recruitment-related reports and dashboards for management.
- Track recruitment progress against hiring targets and timelines.
- Coordinate pre-employment checks and ensure compliance with internal policies and labor laws.
- Compile and submit new hire documentation to payroll and HR teams within required timelines
- Knowledge of labour legislation (e.g. EEA, SDA, LRA, BCEA, POPIA) and compliance standards
- Drive employer branding and candidate engagement initiatives
- Manage vendor relationships (e.g., agencies, job boards, background check providers)
- Maintain accurate documentation and audit-ready recruitment records
- Experience with recruitment marketing and employer branding tools
- Advanced sourcing techniques (LinkedIn Recruiter)
- Ensure compliance with labour laws, data protection regulations, and internal policies
- Recruitment analytics, metrics and dashboard reporting (Excel, Power BI, or HR analytics tools)
- Familiarity with HRIS platforms and CRM tools
Application Deadline: 10 November 2025
If you do not receive a response from us within three weeks after closing date please understand that your application was not successful.
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