Doctors without Borders Hiring For Recruitment Officer at Montréal, QC Full Time

Job Information

Position Level: Individual Contributor

Department: Human Resources Department/ Recruitment Team

Position Status: Permanent

Activity Rate: 100%, 37,5 hours per week

Salary Grade: Level C on the MSF Canada Salary Grid, $ $68,109 per annum

Status: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Benefits: Health Spending Account, Lifestyle Spending Account, group insurance (Life, Dependent Life, AD&D), Peace of Mind plan (i.e. prescription drugs, accidental dental, hospital care, etc.), 5% RRSP contributions (no matching required), starting 4 weeks’ Vacation/year, flexible work hours, annual professional development budget, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), free access to internal Psychosocial Care Unit Services and a positive and innovative office culture grounded in our core values of humanity, integrity and results.

Impact Statement

The Recruitment Officer (RO) develops and implements recruitment strategies in collaboration with other ROs and members of other departments of MSF Canada. The RO assesses and adapts strategies according to results and changing operational needs. The RO is involved in the attraction (outreach and talent acquisition), selection (screening, interviewing, and recruiting) and preparation (delivering and preparing predeparture training sessions) and refers job candidates for openings in MSF’s humanitarian medical projects.

The RO champions Responsible Behavior and Equity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) as part of a movement wide priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Attraction

• Leads the development of creative and targeted outreach and recruitment strategies for assigned region(s) and/or professional profiles, and implements plans in collaboration with other team members
• Co-create with recruitment team the recruitment strategy
• Represents MSF acting as a spokesperson, marketing MSF to potential recruits. Including making public presentations (in-person and online), participating in conferences and events

Selection

• Follows MSF Canada’s recruitment policy and processes in all steps of the recruitment process. These include: the reviews applications, interviews, administration of technical tests and selecting (hiring) candidates for acceptance into the pool of eligible fieldworkers
• Collaborates with Human Resource Officers (HROs) to identify appropriate placement in field positions for newly recruited staff
• Manages expectations of candidates provides candidates with appropriate feedback at all stages of the recruitment process.
• Accompanies successful candidates with necessary information and explanation of actions and requirements going forward

Preparation

• Actively participate in the organization, planning and delivery of Welcome Days predeparture orientation sessions
• Facilitate modules and support in the design and review of specific modules and content of Welcome Days
• Support in regular evaluation, design and improvement sessions on content of our training offer

Administration and General Duties

• Contributes to the ongoing assessment and improvement of recruitment processes and practices
• Monitors effectiveness of recruitment strategies and proactively recommends changes, as needed
• Contributes to departmental planning and participates in international HR discussions
• Manages paper and electronic files related to field workers applications and intake
• Backs-up colleagues as required
• Attends international recruitment meetings with Operational Centre representatives as the need arises
• Participates in short field missions or trainings, where possible, and in consultation with Field HR Manager

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Core Competencies

• Commitment to MSF’s Principles; Proficiency Level 2: Acts towards the fulfilment of MSF’s Social Mission
• Cross-cultural Awareness; Proficiency Level 3: Demonstrates an integrating attitude
• Networking and Building Relationships; Proficiency Level 2: Develops and diversifies networks
• Teamwork and Cooperation; Proficiency Level 2: Shares information and coordinates with team/others
• Service Orientation; Proficiency Level 3: Anticipates clients’ needs
• Results and Quality Orientation; Proficiency Level 2: Improves performance and sets ambitious and realistic goals
• Planning and Organising; Proficiency Level 3: Follows up, plans activities, and sets priorities

Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge and exposure to the realities of international humanitarian work, preferably in NGO settings like MSF
• Prior experience in recruitment and attraction of talent, preferably in an international setting or with a diversified team
• Experience with selection tools and processes, particularly in relation to full cycle recruitment (e.g. applicant tracking systems)
• Demonstrated aptitude in empathy, social skills, active listening, and relationship building
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office (or compatible) applications
• Prior knowledge of operating applicant tracking systems (ATS)

Education, Certifications, and Languages

• Fluency in French and English is required (knowledge of other MSF operational languages a plus)
• University Degree/Diploma in Human Resources Management or related work experience

Application

The deadline for applications is Friday, 28 January 2022, 9:00am, ET. Only electronic applications will be accepted.

We encourage applications from individuals who self-identify as belonging to equity-seeking groups such as (but not limited to): Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, or women.

NOTE: Any questions or concerns regarding accommodation and accessibility may be addressed to or by calling 1-800-982-7903.