Edward Ampofo
Recruiter
Accra,Greater Accra
Summary
Dedicated HR professional with over three years of experience specializing in recruitment across
diverse portfolios. Proven track record in sourcing, screening, and selecting top talent while ensuring
alignment with organizational objectives. Skilled in implementing innovative recruitment strategies
and leveraging technology to streamline processes. Possess comprehensive knowledge of all HR
functions, including employee relations, performance management, and compliance. Proactive
problem-solver with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A recruitment specialist
passionate about continuous learning and contributing to organizational success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Remotown GMBH
02.2024 - Current
- Craft and execute top-tier talent acquisition strategies that resonate with our vision
- The go-to partner for managers, translating staffing needs into dynamic hiring action plans
- Accompany candidates through the whole process with clarity, empathy, and a sprinkle of enthusiasm
- Scout the digital and real world for gems—potential candidates that will thrive in our ecosystem
- Dive into technical tests and culture fit interviews with a warm and inclusive approach, ensuring every candidate feels valued and understood while we find the perfect match
- Utilize our ATS like a pro, keeping tracks and trails of candidates as neat as a pin
- Keep a finger on the pulse of recruitment trends, ensuring we're always ahead of the curve
- Be our Brand Ambassador and help us tell our story through engaging recruitment marketing and by championing our employer brand at every touchpoint.
Recruitment Team Lead
Human Capital
12.2020 - 01.2024
- Strategic and Agile, Firm
- Lead and manage a team of recruiters, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure team success
- Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent, meeting organizational hiring needs and goals
- Collaborate with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing requirements and establish recruitment plans
- Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation
- Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools to streamline processes and maintain accurate candidate records
- Conduct regular team meetings to review performance metrics, provide feedback, and identify areas for improvement
- Monitor recruitment metrics and analyze data to identify trends, optimize processes, and make data- driven decisions
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in recruitment and talent acquisition
- Serve as a liaison between HR, hiring managers, and candidates to ensure a positive recruitment experience for all parties involved
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and continuous learning.
Tutor
College of Distance
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Education, University of Cape Coast
- Teaching and reviewing classroom or curricula topics and assignments
- Assisting students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research, and other academic tasks
- Working with studentsto help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom.
Teaching Assistant
Cape Coast
01.2018 - 01.2019
- School for Development Studies; University
- Coordinate instructional efforts with the lead lecturer, tutor students and assist with assignments, organize and distribute learning resources to students, and grade examinations and assignments
- Supervise student research works and projects, advising on skills, methods, and techniques to assist in the transfer of knowledge
- Undertake administrative tasks as required by lecturers and the head of the school.
Education
Master of Philosophy - Economics
University of Cape Coast
2022
B.A. - Social Science (Economics and Mathematics
University of Cape Coast
2018
Intermediate - Human Resource Management
HR Certification Centre
Accra 03.2023 - 09.2023
Professional Human Resource International (PHRi) HR Certification Centre - undefined
To Date
French - undefined
Michel Thomas
To Date
Skills
- Talent Sourcing
- Candidate Assessment
- Candidate Pipeline Management
- Microsoft Suite
- SPSS, Python, Stata, E-views
- Talent Management
- Talent Acquisition Strategies
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Social Media Platforms
- Compensation Analysis
- Recruitment Reporting
- Microsoft Office
- Application Screening
- Retention Program Development
- Employee Orientation
- Training Development and Execution
- Human Resources Management Systems
- Remote Conferencing and Communication
- Technical Industry Knowledge
- Employee and Applicant Assessment
- Global Talent Acquisition
- Database Maintenance
- Coordinate Recruitment Strategies
- Policy and Procedure Writing
- Candidate Searching
- Onboard New Hires
Certification
Association of Certified Human Resource Persons
African Economic Research Consortium (AERC)
Seminars/Conferences
Labour Law Masterclass – HR Certification Centre
Payroll and Salary Administration – HR Certification Centre
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceTimeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Remotown GMBH
02.2024 - Current
Intermediate - Human Resource Management
HR Certification Centre
03.2023 - 09.2023
Recruitment Team Lead
Human Capital
12.2020 - 01.2024
Tutor
College of Distance
01.2020 - 12.2020
Teaching Assistant
Cape Coast
01.2018 - 01.2019
Master of Philosophy - Economics
University of Cape Coast
B.A. - Social Science (Economics and Mathematics
University of Cape Coast
Professional Human Resource International (PHRi) HR Certification Centre - undefined
French - undefined
Michel Thomas
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