Talent Acquisition Coordinator (6‑Month Contract)

About the role

As a Temporary Talent Acquisition Coordinator at Mars, you will ensure a smooth and positive candidate experience by managing interview scheduling, logistics and reporting across South Africa and Sub‑Saharan Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for candidates, providing information and support throughout the recruitment process.
• Manage interview scheduling and logistics for both virtual and on‑site assessments.
• Generate and maintain Talent Acquisition reports, extracting timely insights.
• Liaise with line managers to ensure seamless screening, selection and interview coordination.
• Maintain accurate candidate documentation in the applicant tracking system.

Required profile

• University graduate, preferably with postgraduate HR studies.
• One or more years of administrative experience or a recent graduate with strong organisational abilities.
• Comfortable scheduling interviews across multiple time zones and working under pressure.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems such as Workday.

What we offer

• Access to Mars University learning and development from day one.
• Industry‑competitive salary and benefits, including a company bonus.
• Opportunity to work with over 130,000 diverse associates guided by the Five Principles.