Recruitment Officer

Walvis Bay, Namibia

Africa Personnel Services (APS) is seeking an experienced and results-driven Recruitment Officer to join our Walvis Bay Branch. This is an exciting opportunity for a recruitment professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about matching the right talent with the right opportunities.

As a key member of our recruitment team, you will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, building strong relationships with clients and candidates, and ensuring the delivery of efficient, high-quality recruitment services across the Erongo Region.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Selection

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for assigned vacancies.
• Source, attract, screen, and shortlist suitable candidates.
• Conduct candidate interviews and assessments.
• Advertise vacancies using approved recruitment channels.
• Coordinate client interviews and candidate feedback.
• Facilitate employment offers and placement coordination.
• Ensure vacancies are filled within agreed service levels and timelines.

Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients.
• Obtain and analyse vacancy requirements.
• Provide regular recruitment progress updates.
• Deliver exceptional client service throughout the recruitment process.
• Support business development initiatives through proactive client engagement.

Candidate Management

• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines.
• Manage candidate relationships throughout the recruitment journey.
• Conduct reference checks and candidate verification.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience.
• Maintain an active database of qualified candidates.

Recruitment Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate candidate records and recruitment documentation.
• Prepare recruitment reports and vacancy updates.
• Ensure candidate files remain compliant and audit-ready.
• Support onboarding activities and pre-employment checks.
• Adhere to APS recruitment policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Essential).
• Diploma or Certificate in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field will be advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years' recruitment experience within a recruitment agency, staffing environment, HR department, or dedicated recruitment function.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Experience recruiting across multiple industries and occupational categories.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Namibian Driver's Licence.
• Own reliable transport will be advantageous.
• Clear criminal record.
• Professional appearance and conduct.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Closing date: 19 November 2026