2x Recruitment Officer needed at Biovac

• BIOVAC is one of the leading sterile vaccine manufacturers rooted in Africa, with our core purpose being to “protect life”. We are looking to hire a dynamic, passionate, confident, proactive and meticulous Recruitment Officer to join a goal-oriented team on a 3 Year Fixed-Term Contract.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:

• Bachelors degree or diploma in Human Resource and Industrial Psychology or equivalent
• Recognition is given to Prior Learning and practical experience

Experience needed to deliver the role seamlessly:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably within a structured HR environment.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
• Exposure to recruitment administration
• Familiarity with local labour laws (e.g., South African Labour Relations Act, POPIA, EE Act) and regulatory requirements.
• Healthcare, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industry experience is highly advantageous.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

Core Technical Delivery:

• Collaborate with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate profiles.
• Draft and publish job advertisements across various platforms.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, and professional networks.
• Screen CVs and conduct initial interviews to assess candidate suitability.
• Coordinate interview schedules and communicate with candidates and hiring teams.
• Conduct reference checks and assist in offer negotiations and onboarding.
• Ensure job descriptions and selection criteria are inclusive and free from bias.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract candidates from underrepresented groups.
• Monitor and report on recruitment metrics on a regular basis.
• Promote inclusive hiring practices and support internal DEI initiatives.
• Maintain and update the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) with candidate records and status updates.
• Ensure all recruitment documentation is complete, accurate, and stored securely.
• Prepare and submit recruitment-related reports and dashboards for management.
• Track recruitment progress against hiring targets and timelines.
• Coordinate pre-employment checks and ensure compliance with internal policies and labor laws.
• Compile and submit new hire documentation to payroll and HR teams within required timelines
• Knowledge of labour legislation (e.g. EEA, SDA, LRA, BCEA, POPIA) and compliance standards
• Drive employer branding and candidate engagement initiatives
• Manage vendor relationships (e.g., agencies, job boards, background check providers)
• Maintain accurate documentation and audit-ready recruitment records
• Experience with recruitment marketing and employer branding tools
• Advanced sourcing techniques (LinkedIn Recruiter)
• Ensure compliance with labour laws, data protection regulations, and internal policies
• Recruitment analytics, metrics and dashboard reporting (Excel, Power BI, or HR analytics tools)
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and CRM tools