About DT Global

DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

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The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a SeniorTalent Partner – Strategic Engagement to join DT Global in our Melbourne office. This Corporate role will form part of our Talent Engagement team and will work closely with our Strategic Engagement and Partnerships team, our Corporate staff and Program teams. You will be responsible for end-to-end recruitment of personnel, ensuring best practice recruitment across the Asia-Pacific region.

Key to this role will be an experienced and dynamic Talent professional, skilled at attracting talent, accessing relevant networks, developing talent hubs and leveraging strong relationships in the sector. With a positive and flexible approach, this role will allow you to apply your creativity in attracting talent and connecting with others. You will be solutions-focused, thrive under pressure, able to prioritise competing demands and driven to make a positive contribution. You will form part of an organisation that seeks to attract the right people and aligns with positive values and organisational culture.

Responsibilities will include:

• Manage and source talent across the region and apply consistent application of recruitment and selection policies and procedures;
• Lead recruitment initiatives to address the diverse hiring needs of locally-engaged resources in our region;
• Work closely with the talent team, internal managers and stakeholders to determine key and ongoing resourcing requirements;
• Optimise recruitment processes for efficiency and scalability across the ID AP region;
• Develop talent attraction strategies and proactively grow the talent pipeline for key roles and other organisational roles;
• Build networks, actively headhunt and recruit talent both in Australia and overseas;
• Manage candidate rapport and communication, ensuring timely communication with hiring managers and all recruitment stakeholders;
• Act as a trusted advisor, aligning recruitment strategies with broader program goals, working closely with various teams in developing attractive advertisements, sourcing new advertising channels and effectively using search engines such as LinkedIN and relevant networks;
• Supporting teams in assessing applications, screening, interviews, and all necessary candidate vetting and due diligence compliance;
• Provide mentoring support and capacity building of talent management where needed;
• Ensure our practice of inclusion, diversity and non-bias in all aspects of talent management, recruitment and selection;
• Collaborate with colleagues, internal and external stakeholders across the division, bringing energy and passion to all interactions;
• Utilise our technology and candidate database to enable our teams to improve processes for hiring, attracting and retaining top talent.

About You

• You will have experience in senior talent acquisition roles or similar, ideally having recruited in international development with a business degree or similar qualification
• You are organised, flexible and solution-oriented, with exceptional attention to detail and ability to work independently prioritising day to day deliverables.
• Flexible in your approach and willingness to adapt to an often busy and changing environment
• Excellent time management skills and demonstrated ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure with competing priorities and deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and ability to capture and transcribe information accurately
• Professional discretion and the ability in maintaining confidentiality
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Experience using LinkedIn, MS Office and any candidate automated tracking system, such as Taleo
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust
• Work experience in a professional corporate or international development setting would be desirable

Why join DT Global?

At DT Global, we are committed to the ongoing professional and personal development of all our people, helping them grow and reach their full potential. Harnessing their talent, maximising their contribution, and rewarding performance are all integral to our success.

How to Apply?

We welcome your interest in joining the DT Global team. Apply by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability and experience. All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+, women, mature age workers and people with different abilities.

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Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.