Talent Acquisition Coordinator (6- Month Contract): Mars Snacking Nairobi, Kenya

As a Temporary Talent Acquisition Coordinator at Mars, you will play a key role in creating an exceptional candidate experience by supporting the coordination and execution of the talent acquisition process. You will be responsible for driving interview scheduling, managing logistics, and supporting documentation and reporting. This role is critical in positioning Mars as a top employer across South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.

What are we looking for?

• A university graduate, preferably with postgraduate studies in HR.
• One or more years of administrative experience, or a bright, recent graduate.
• Comfort with scheduling interviews across multiple time zones.
• Strong computer and tech skills, with experience in Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and applicant tracking systems (e.g., Workday).
• Experience working in a highly collaborative team environment and the ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with a strong customer-centric focus.

What would be your key responsibilities?

• Serve as the first point of contact for candidates, providing relevant information and ensuring a positive experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Manage all interview scheduling and logistics for candidates and assessors, both virtual and on-site.
• Generate and manage key Talent Acquisition reports, extracting timely insights.
• Act as a Mars ambassador, building a strong employer reputation during every interaction.
• Liaise with Line Managers to ensure smooth screening, selection, and interview logistics.
• Maintain accurate candidate documentation in our applicant tracking system.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.