Design a recruitment plan for a specific job role.

Lesson 2/20 | Study Time: 120 Min

Task Details:

  1. Understand the Job Role:

    • Choose a specific job role (e.g., Marketing Manager, Software Developer, HR Associate).
    • Research and document the key responsibilities, qualifications, and skills required for the role.
  2. Create a Job Description (JD):

    • Draft a JD with clear details such as job title, responsibilities, qualifications, skills, location, and benefits.
  3. Identify Recruitment Sources:

    • List potential sources for finding candidates, such as job portals, LinkedIn, employee referrals, campus recruitment, or recruitment agencies.
  4. Develop a Recruitment Workflow:

    • Outline each step of the recruitment process, from posting the job to onboarding the selected candidate. Include timelines, responsible personnel, and tools/software to be used.
  5. Set Selection Criteria:

    • Define measurable criteria for evaluating candidates, including technical skills, experience, cultural fit, and soft skills. Create a scoring rubric or checklist to ensure consistency.
  6. Deliverables:

    • A detailed document containing:
      • The job description.
      • A list of recruitment sources.
      • A flowchart or table of the recruitment process.
      • Defined selection criteria.

Guidelines for Submission:

  • The document should be clear, professional, and structured.
  • Use visuals like flowcharts or tables to present the recruitment workflow.
  • Provide justification for choices made in the plan.


Sample Outcome

Title: Recruitment Plan for a Marketing Manager

1. Job Description:
Position: Marketing Manager
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote products and services.
  • Lead a team of marketing associates and coordinate cross-departmental efforts.
  • Monitor marketing campaigns and analyze performance metrics.
    Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a marketing role, with at least 2 years in leadership.
  • Strong knowledge of digital marketing tools and analytics platforms.

2. Recruitment Sources:

  • Job Portals: LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed.
  • Social Media: Company’s official LinkedIn and Instagram pages.
  • Employee Referrals: Leverage internal networks.
  • Recruitment Agencies: Partner with agencies specializing in marketing roles.
  • Campus Recruitment: Target MBA programs with a marketing focus.

3. Recruitment Workflow:

StepDescriptionTimelineResponsibility
Job PostingPublish job ad on portals and social media.Week 1HR Team
Application ScreeningShortlist resumes based on JD criteria.Week 2Recruitment Specialist
Initial InterviewConduct phone/video screenings.Week 3Hiring Manager + HR
Skill AssessmentAssign a marketing case study or test.Week 4Marketing Team
Panel InterviewConduct in-depth interview with top candidates.Week 5Senior Leadership + HR
Reference ChecksVerify credentials and past work.Week 6HR Team
Offer and OnboardingExtend offer and prepare for onboarding.Week 7HR Team + Hiring Manager


4. Selection Criteria:

CriteriaWeightage (%)Description
Technical Skills40%Expertise in digital marketing tools.
Experience25%Prior leadership and industry knowledge.
Cultural Fit20%Alignment with organizational values.
Communication Skills15%Clear, persuasive, and confident.

Conclusion:
This recruitment plan ensures an organized and transparent process, utilizing diverse candidate sources and detailed evaluation criteria. The clear workflow minimizes delays, while the selection criteria ensure the best fit for the organization.