Talent Placement Specialist

A2SV (Africa to Silicon Valley) is Africa’s leading tech academy and incubator, having trained over 800 students from 20 African countries thus far. We have received 60+ job offers from top companies like Google, Amazon, Bloomberg, and Palantir. Additionally, we host the largest tech competition in Africa , reaching innovators from 48 countries. With 200+ Google-level developers ready for immediate placement, we offer unmatched talent that can excel in the global marketplace. As such, we are seeking a driven Talent Placement Specialist to help connect A2SV's high-caliber talent with global opportunities. As Africa’s leading tech academy and incubator, A2SV offers a unique chance to place top-tier developers with world-class companies. This role involves identifying and cultivating relationships with companies hiring technical talent (clients) and placing A2SV-trained developers at these firms . The talent specialist role is fully commission-based and will earn a 20% commission , based on the revenue A2SV generates from each placement for the first 3 months. For example, placing someone at $4K/month will earn you $2.4K over 3 months. *If your recruiting career has been solely or mainly in-house AND/OR you are not interested in generating the business leads yourself (sourcing the hiring clients), then this role is not a good fit. If you have these experiences and interests, however, and you are excited about this opportunity, then we would love to hear from you! Key Responsibilities Source and close clients, i.e. companies in need of technical talent. Place top software engineers from A2SV’s elite talent pool at the world's leading tech companies. Build and maintain strong relationships with global tech companies to nurture hiring partnerships. Earn a 20% commission from the revenue generated over the first 3 months of each placement. Provide regular updates on placement and hiring partnerships progress to A2SV leadership. What You Bring Ability and experience in recruiting/staffing business development, selling staffing solutions, etc. Experience in talent placement, acquisition, or a related field (as an external, agency, RPO, or freelance recruiter). Strong networking and relationship-building skills. Knowledge of the tech industry and its hiring needs. Self-motivation and excellent time management. Passion for creating global opportunities for African tech talent. Why Join A2SV? Impactful Work : Help shape Africa’s tech future by connecting top talent with leading companies. Flexible Work : Work remotely with a diverse, global team. Earn Well : Earn 20% commission on the revenue generated from placements. For example, placing someone at $4K/month earns you $2.4K over 3 months. Growth Opportunities : Build your network and expertise in talent acquisition while contributing to Africa’s tech revolution.