Talent Acquisition & Retention Strategies Training Course: Attracting And Retaining Top Talent

Introduction

Talent Acquisition & Retention Strategies training empowers organizations to build and maintain a high-performing workforce by attracting and retaining top talent in a competitive market. This course focuses on analyzing recruitment trends, implementing effective sourcing and selection methods, and understanding the impact of employee engagement and development on retention. Participants will learn to develop employer branding strategies, utilize talent analytics, and understand the intricacies of using competitive compensation and benefits to attract and retain skilled professionals. By mastering talent acquisition and retention, professionals can enhance their ability to build a strong talent pipeline, reduce turnover, and contribute to a more engaged and productive workforce.

The increasing demand for specialized skills and the evolving expectations of modern employees necessitate a comprehensive understanding of talent acquisition and retention best practices. This course delves into the nuances of candidate experience, onboarding, and career development, empowering participants to develop and implement tailored strategies. By integrating human resources expertise with strategic planning, this program enables organizations to lead initiatives that maximize talent potential and drive long-term organizational success.

Target Audience:

• Human resources managers
• Talent acquisition specialists
• Recruitment managers
• Hiring managers
• Talent development professionals
• Organizational development specialists
• C-suite executives
• Consultants
• Individuals interested in talent management
• Employer branding specialists

Course Objectives:

• Understand the principles and importance of talent acquisition and retention strategies.
• Implement techniques for analyzing recruitment trends and identifying effective sourcing channels.
• Understand the role of employer branding in attracting top talent.
• Implement techniques for developing and implementing a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy.
• Understand the principles of effective candidate selection and onboarding processes.
• Implement techniques for utilizing talent analytics to optimize recruitment and retention efforts.
• Understand the role of employee engagement and development in retaining top talent.
• Implement techniques for developing and implementing a robust employee retention strategy.
• Understand the legal and ethical considerations related to talent acquisition and retention.
• Develop strategies for measuring and analyzing the impact of talent acquisition and retention initiatives.

DURATION

5 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Foundations of Talent Acquisition and Retention

• Principles and importance of talent acquisition and retention strategies.
• Understanding the talent landscape and its strategic relevance.
• Benefits of attracting and retaining top talent.
• Historical context and evolution of talent management.

Module 2: Recruitment Trends and Sourcing Channels

• Techniques for analyzing recruitment trends and identifying effective sourcing channels.
• Implementing talent market analysis and competitor research.
• Utilizing online recruitment platforms and social media.
• Managing sourcing channels.

Module 3: Employer Branding

• Role of employer branding in attracting top talent.
• Understanding employer brand development and communication.
• Implementing employer branding strategies and initiatives.
• Managing employer branding.

Module 4: Talent Acquisition Strategy Development

• Techniques for developing and implementing a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy.
• Implementing recruitment planning and process optimization.
• Utilizing talent acquisition frameworks and tools.
• Managing acquisition strategies.

Module 5: Candidate Selection and Onboarding

• Principles of effective candidate selection and onboarding processes.
• Understanding selection methodologies and interview techniques.
• Implementing onboarding programs and initiatives.
• Managing selection and onboarding.

Module 6: Talent Analytics

• Techniques for utilizing talent analytics to optimize recruitment and retention efforts.
• Implementing data collection and analysis.
• Utilizing talent analytics platforms and dashboards.
• Managing talent analytics.

Module 7: Employee Engagement and Development

• Role of employee engagement and development in retaining top talent.
• Understanding employee engagement strategies and initiatives.
• Implementing career development and training programs.
• Managing engagement and development.

Module 8: Retention Strategy Development, Ethics, and Measurement

• Techniques for developing and implementing a robust employee retention strategy.
• Implementing ethical considerations in talent management.
• Utilizing performance metrics and reporting.
• Managing retention measurement.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.