The German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) GmbH is a German federal enterprise operating worldwide in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. Headquartered in Bonn and Eschborn, our more than 90 offices worldwide aim to deliver effective solutions that sustainably improve people’s living conditions around the world. To achieve this goal, more than 22.000 employees work closely with our partners to design and implement meaningful projects and programs. 

GIZ International Services is a GIZ business division focused on winning and implementing technical assistance contracts for donors such as the EU, the World Bank, governments, multilateral organizations, foundations, and private sector companies. Exceptional staff members are the decisive factor for our success and human resources is of critical importance.

As Recruiter for the region Europe, you will be based in Brussels and will manage the recruitment of experts throughout the acquisition and implementation of technical assistance projects in Europe.

Summary
  • Location: Brussels, Belgium
  • Assignment period: 06/01/2024 - 05/31/2026
  • Field: HR / International Development Cooperation
  • Type of employment: full- or part-time at 80%

Tasks
  • Identify, attract, assess, and hire the best fitting international experts throughout the acquisition and implementation of technical assistance projects.
  • Closely work within your regional team of project, recruiting, and finance managers as well as GIZ country offices and headquarter HR.
  • Utilize various search channels such as our own database, internal and external networks, social media platforms, and industry-specific databases to find and attract experienced international experts.
  • Establish and maintain an international expert network.
  • Assess candidates through interviewing and document evaluation.
  • Negotiate contract conditions with selected experts.
  • Strengthen cooperation and exchange with GIZ country offices and GIZ’s global programs.
Requirements​​​​
  • Successfully completed university degree.
  • At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in one of the following fields:
    • development cooperation, preferably in recruiting for the acquisition or implementation of donor funded projects
    • private sector recruiting, active sourcing, or talent management
  • Business fluency in English and French, good knowledge of German is a strong asset.
In addition:
  • Enthusiasm for international recruiting and an excellent sense for identifying, attracting, and winning the right candidates.
  • Confidence and social and communicative ability to approach experienced specialists and project leaders in an international environment.
  • High level of customer orientation and a professional communication.
  • IT affinity and the openness to use social media platforms and databases in an active and systematic way.
  • High degree of personal initiative, flexibility, integrity, and resilience.
  • Distinctive negotiation skills.
  • Passion to work in multicultural and interdisciplinary teams.
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