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Recruitment Assistant- Remote


About KIND:

Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied refugee and migrant children. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Since 2008, KIND has accepted over 23,000 referrals of children seeking legal representation in their immigration proceedings. KIND has welcomed more than 41,000 attendees to trainings since its founding, cultivating partnerships with over 670 law firms, corporate legal departments, law schools, and bar associations across the country.

KIND’s social services program ensures that migrant and refugee children – who have often endured trauma – receive counseling, educational support, medical care and other comprehensive services.

To address the root causes of child migration from Central America and strengthen protection of unaccompanied children, KIND advocates for policy changes and educates lawmakers, the media, and the broader public on the conditions that drive these children to flee their home countries. KIND supports children returning to their home countries by connecting them to essential support services and sponsors gender-based violence prevention programs in Central America to protect children in countries of origin and transit.

KIND is also building upon its expertise in the protection of unaccompanied children to encourage the development of pro bono initiatives across Europe in partnership with European NGOs.

Position Description:

KIND seeks a Recruitment Assistant responsible for assisting in the acquisition of legal and social services talent for our ORR Project in response to the sharp increase in the number of children coming into U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) and Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) custody. Working closely alongside the Recruiter & Talent Team, the Recruitment Assistant will provide support through a variety of logistical and administrative HR work in the area of recruitment. 

The successful candidate is a highly motivated team player, critical thinker, with excellent writing and communications skills, willing learner, multi-tasker able to time manage effectively with our team.

This position is entirely remote and can be based in any location where KIND has an office (CA, DC/VA, GA, MA, MD, TX, NJ, NY or WA). 

This position is temporary for a duration of 1 month, with the potential for extension. 

Essential Functions:

  • Organizes and maintains recruitment files for employees, temporary staff, interns and fellows; helps to collect, track and maintain recruitment files including interview feedback forms, reference checks, hiring test, etc.
  • Supports the recruitment selection process by collaborating with hiring managers.
  • Posts job vacancies externally; helps research areas of expansion and growth opportunities.
  • Assists in scheduling initial phone screenings and presenting shortlist to hiring managers, as needed.
  • Follows up with potential applicants and assists in tracking of employee referrals.
  • Assists in management of Applicant Tracking System; provides access to hiring managers and creates system accounts, as necessary.
  • Creates employee files, administers any necessary onboarding documents and ensures all paperwork is completed and submitted.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • At least 1 year of experience in administrative recruitment tasks, preferably with filling short-term positions and/or deployments utilizing talent sourcing. 
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills; strong cross cultural and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport with staff at all levels.
  • Proven experience working with diverse or historically underserved communities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment with a keen orientation for details; and work both independently as well as a contributing member of a team. 
  • Excellent discretion and ability to handle sensitive information with tact and diplomacy.
  • Strong technological skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Applicant tracking and HR information systems, preferably Clear Company, ADP and/or similar systems.

To Apply: 

Applications should be submitted online at: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/ [1] by COB, Friday, April 23, 2021. Applicants selected for interviews will be duly notified. Please no inquiries or phone calls.

KIND has an organization wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.


  1. https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/

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