CIMMYT is a cutting edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow's problems today. It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships. This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries.

For more information, visit cimmyt.org.

The Senior Consultant - Recruitment will manage and support end-to-end recruitment processes for globally advertised mid-to-senior level roles. The consultant will partner closely with hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition team to design sourcing strategies, engage diverse candidate pools, ensure inclusive and equitable hiring practices, and deliver high-quality recruitment outcomes within agreed timelines.

The location of this consultancy will be CIMMYT Headquarters in Texcoco, Mexico.

Scope of Work & Responsibilities:

Recruitment Strategy & Execution

• Manage full-cycle recruitment processes for assigned roles: advertising, sourcing, screening, interviewing and reference checking.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to define job requirements, ideal candidate profiles, and recruitment timelines.

Sourcing & Talent Pipeline Management

• Develop and implement targeted sourcing strategies tailored to each role and region.
• Identify and engage high-potential passive candidates through professional platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, academic networks, sector-specific boards).
• Maintain and update candidate pipelines and sourcing trackers.

Screening & Evaluation

• Conduct structured screening interviews using competency- and values-based approaches.
• Prepare interview sheets and support interview panels with relevant evaluation tools.
• Facilitate structured debriefs to support transparent and inclusive selection decisions.

Process Optimization & Stakeholder Engagement

• Ensure a smooth, timely recruitment process that meets both candidate and hiring manager expectations.
• Provide weekly updates to the Talent Acquisition Manager.
• Recommend improvements to processes, tools, or communications based on candidate and hiring manager feedback.

Candidate Experience & Communication

• Ensure positive and respectful candidate interactions throughout the process.
• Provide timely updates to candidates and hiring teams.
• Support reference checks and offer coordination as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 12 years of experience in international recruitment, executive search, or talent acquisition.
• Demonstrated success sourcing and hiring for complex, technical, and/or international mid-to-senior level roles.
• Strong understanding of sourcing tools, Boolean search techniques, and sector-specific networks.
• Experience working with or for mission-driven organizations, ideally in agriculture, research, development, or nonprofit sectors.
• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Fluency in English is required; Spanish is a strong asset.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems is required.
• The selected candidate should exhibit the following competencies: Client Orientation, Critical and Creative Thinking, Problem Solving and Decision Making, Teamwork, and Communication.

The consultancy is for an initial fixed-term for 6 (six) months, after which further contract length is subject to performance and recruitment needs.

Benefits

Candidates must apply online for M25244_Senior Recruitment Consultant.

Screening and follow up of applications will begin on July 7th, 2025. Applications must include a CV and a cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

This consultancy will remain open until filled.

CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply.