Tamara Barbar

Recruitment and Sourcing Business Partner

Downer Group

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for key positions within the organization, ensuring alignment with business objectives and cultural fit.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates using various sourcing techniques such as direct sourcing, networking, and job boards.
• Manage candidate relationships throughout recruitment, providing timely updates and feedback to ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Coordinate the management of candidate documentation and facilitate all necessary work checks.
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients, addressing their needs promptly while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business for improved collaboration and strategic alignment.
• Facilitate change management processes during organizational restructuring efforts, ensuring smooth transitions for affected employees.

• Mentored recruitment program participants.
• Conducted referencing workshops.
• Assisted in staff recruitment, analyzing applications to select suitable tutors.

• Produced and facilitated online courses for children aged 4-15.
• Created educational videos for social media platforms.
• Developed engaging educational games.
• Conducted workshops for children and parents to promote educational engagement.
• Designed and delivered English as a Second Language courses for local and global volunteers.

• Managed and updated client information in the sales database.
• Oversaw employee management and HR relationships.
• Provided exceptional customer service, directing inquiries to appropriate departments.
• Handled administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, and sorting mail.
• Managed inventory activities including monitoring and restocking supplies.