Senior Executive Recruiter - Public Sector & NPO (Hybrid)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive remuneration package

Professional development opportunities

Access to a robust client network

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Executive Recruitment Consultant for our Pretoria, Gauteng office. You will lead executive search projects for senior roles in government and NPO clients, building strong relationships with key stakeholders.

The role combines strategic client engagement with hands-on executive search in a hybrid setup, offering professional development and a platform to shape leadership across the public sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of executive recruitment experience focusing on public sector or NPO sectors.
• Experience recruiting for director-level and C-suite roles.
• Strong understanding of public sector structures, procurement processes, and NPO governance.
• Excellent networking, relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Hybrid work experience and ability to work from Pretoria-based office.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Public Administration, Law, HR or Social Sciences.

Responsibilities

• Conducting executive search assignments for senior roles within government and NPO clients in the Pretoria area and beyond.
• Developing and nurturing strategic partnerships with key decision-makers in public sector entities and non-profits.
• Understanding governance, policy, and cultural nuances of public sector and NPO environments.
• Identifying, engaging, and assessing high-caliber candidates for leadership positions.
• Managing complex stakeholder expectations and facilitating selection processes.
• Conducting market analysis and providing strategic advice on talent acquisition in public and NPO sectors.
• Leading client meetings, presentations, and proposal development.
• Ensuring adherence to ethical recruitment practices and compliance regulations.
• Mentoring junior consultants and contributing to team knowledge sharing.
• Achieving ambitious targets for client satisfaction and successful placements.

Skills

Executive recruitment

Public sector

Senior hiring

Networking

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Public Administration

Law

HR

Social Sciences

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Executive Recruitment Consultant for our Pretoria, Gauteng office. You will lead executive search projects for senior roles in government and NPO clients, building strong relationships with key stakeholders.

The role combines strategic client engagement with hands-on executive search in a hybrid setup, offering professional development and a platform to shape leadership across the public sector.