Kribashnee Govender
@kribashneegovender
Seasoned Talent Acquisition professional with global recruitment expertise.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned Talent Acquisition professional with extensive experience in supporting both local and international organizations. My career has been dedicated to full-cycle Talent Acquisition, focusing on Attraction, Selection, and Retention, while incorporating global recruitment best practices. I have successfully worked in cross-cultural settings, identifying top talent across various industries, including ICT, Technology, Telecommunications, and Financial Services.
Throughout my career, I have held significant roles, such as Principal Talent Acquisition Partner at Oracle Corporation, where I managed recruitment strategies across EMEA and developed talent sourcing pipelines. My ability to partner with hiring managers and understand their needs has enabled me to implement effective recruitment processes that align with business strategies. I am passionate about optimizing talent acquisition and ensuring a seamless experience for all stakeholders involved.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Independent Talent Acquisition Partner
Premier Attractions
Mar 2018 - Present (7 years 4 months)
As an Independent Consultant, my role is to identify top talent for clients within various sectors including ICT, Technology, Telecommunications, Mining, and Financial Services. I recruit for skills across sales, non-sales, product/technical/specialist roles from entry-level to C-Level Executives across Europe, Middle East, Africa, and the USA.
Principal Talent Acquisition Partner EMEA
Oracle Corporation
Nov 2011 - Feb 2018 (6 years 3 months)
As Principal Talent Acquisition Partner for EMEA, I was responsible for full-cycle recruitment, including talent sourcing, selection, and acquisition processes. I built local and global talent sourcing pipelines across EMEA, APAC, USA, and the United Kingdom, working closely with business units to understand their requirements.
Talent Acquisition Lead EMEA
HCL-Axon UK (SAP Partner)
Jan 2009 - Nov 2011 (2 years 10 months)
As Talent Acquisition Lead for EMEA, I defined talent needs and supported leaders in forecasting and planning workforce requirements. I owned and governed the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring the right fit for teams and developing pipelines for future company needs.
Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist Partner EMEA
SAP (Pty) Ltd
Aug 2005 - Dec 2008 (3 years 4 months)
As Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist Partner for EMEA, I led the implementation of talent acquisition plans and strategies to identify, attract, and source suitable candidates. I managed and conducted end-to-end recruitment and selection processes, ensuring a seamless experience for all key stakeholders.
Delivery Consultant - Key Accounts Executive Search Consultant
Adcorp Holdings
Jul 2002 - Jul 2005 (3 years)
As Delivery Consultant and Key Accounts Executive Search Consultant, I managed key accounts such as Investec, Tigerbrands, and SAB Miller. I oversaw the full life-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, assessments, interviews, offers, and onboarding activities.
Education
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University of South Africa
Bachelor of Health Sciences- Honours, Health Sciences
Completed an Honours degree in Health Sciences from the University of South Africa. This advanced program deepened knowledge in health-related fields.
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Health Sciences and Psychology, Health Sciences and Psychology
Undertook a Bachelor's degree focusing on Health Sciences and Psychology at the University of South Africa. This dual major provided a comprehensive understanding of both physical and mental well-being.
Bytes Technology
Executive Diploma in Administration, Administration
Earned an Executive Diploma in Administration from Bytes Technology. This program focused on advanced administrative principles and practices relevant to executive roles.
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Certificate in Counselling, Counselling
Obtained a Certificate in Counselling from the University of South Africa (UNISA) in 2005. This certification provided foundational skills and knowledge in counselling practices.
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