HR Administrator

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.