What the role is:
As a Talent Acquisition Sourcer at GovTech Singapore, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and engaging top-tier tech talent to drive our mission of building Tech for Public Good. You will be a hands-on partner, focusing on the crucial initial stages of the recruitment lifecycle, and contributing to the transformation of how GovTech attracts and secures the best minds in the industry.
This role requires a strategic approach to talent identification, balancing immediate hiring needs with the long-term development of our talent pipelines. This will initially start off as a 12-month contract.
What you'll be working on:
Your
Primary Responsibilities Will IncludeStrategic Sourcing
- Design and execute innovative sourcing strategies to identify passive and active candidates for highly specialized tech roles, including but not limited to Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, and Cloud Architecture.
- Talent Mapping & Market Intelligence: Conduct in-depth talent mapping exercises and gather market intelligence to understand talent landscapes, identify key organizations, and pinpoint emerging talent pools relevant to Gov
- Tech's strategic objectives.
- Candidate Engagement: Craft compelling outreach messages and engage potential candidates through various channels, building strong relationships and effectively communicating Gov
- Tech's value proposition and mission.
- Pipeline Development: Proactively build and nurture robust talent pipelines for both immediate hiring needs and future critical roles, ensuring a continuous flow of qualified candidates.
- Collaboration & Partnership: Work closely with Talent Acquisition Partners and hiring managers to understand specific role requirements, team dynamics, and strategic priorities, translating these into effective sourcing plans.
- Process Optimization: Contribute to the continuous improvement of sourcing processes, tools, and systems, leveraging data and insights to enhance efficiency, candidate experience, and overall recruitment effectiveness.
- Employer Branding: Act as an ambassador for Gov
- Tech, promoting our unique culture, values (Agile, Bold, Collaborative), and the impact of working on projects that serve the public good.
What we are looking for
We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a passion for connecting talent with purpose.
The Ideal Candidate
- Will Possess
- Proven Sourcing Expertise: A solid track record in talent sourcing, preferably within the technology sector, with demonstrated success in identifying and engaging candidates for niche and hard-to-fill roles.
- Technical Acumen: A strong understanding of various tech domains and roles (e.g., software development, product management, design, data engineering, cybersecurity etc) to effectively identify and assess relevant talent.
- Strategic Mindset: Ability to think strategically about talent acquisition challenges and develop creative, data-driven sourcing solutions.
- Communication & Influence: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly and influence potential candidates.
- Stakeholder Management: Experience working effectively with hiring managers and internal stakeholders, providing insights and guiding them through the sourcing process.
- Tool Proficiency: Proficiency in using various sourcing tools and platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and other online databases and social media channels.
- Data-Driven Approach: A commitment to using data and metrics to inform sourcing strategies, track performance, and report on key talent insights.
- Alignment with Gov
- Tech Values: A genuine interest in Gov
- Tech's mission of Tech for Public Good and an embodiment of our Agile, Bold, and Collaborative values.
- Project Management
Skills
- Ability to lead or contribute to projects aimed at enhancing recruitment efficiency and candidate experience.
- Join us in shaping Singapore's digital future!
