Caitlin Van Der Merwe
About Caitlin Van Der Merwe
Caitlin Van Der Merwe serves as the Senior HRBP Talent Acquisition at BroadReach, where she oversees global talent acquisition across various functions. With extensive experience in recruitment and a strong academic background in Psychology and Criminology, she is recognized for her expertise in advanced talent identification techniques.
Current Role at BroadReach
Caitlin Van Der Merwe serves as the Senior HRBP Talent Acquisition at BroadReach, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for global talent acquisition across various functions, including HR, Finance, Marketing & Communications, Operations, Group IT, and Growth. Additionally, she manages bid and proposal recruitment for donor-funded opportunities, such as those from USAID and CDC. Her expertise in advanced talent identification techniques, including Boolean and X-ray searching, enhances her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at Adcorp Group
Before joining BroadReach, Caitlin held multiple positions at Adcorp Group from 2014 to 2020. She worked as an Engineering Recruitment Specialist, then progressed to Team Leader for the Engineering division. Caitlin also served as a LeadCo Member and Branch Manager, overseeing operations in the Cape Town Area. Her tenure at Adcorp Group provided her with extensive experience in talent acquisition and management within the engineering sector.
Education and Qualifications
Caitlin studied at the University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology and Criminology from 2010 to 2012. She continued her education at the same institution, achieving a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Criminology from 2013 to 2015. Earlier, she graduated from Abbotts Colleges in 2008 with an A aggregate and University Exemption, completing her Matric.
Specializations and Skills
Caitlin specializes in advanced talent identification techniques, which include Boolean and X-ray searching. She is recognized as a LinkedIn Guru and ATS Wizard, showcasing her proficiency in leveraging technology for recruitment purposes. Her ability to oversee talent acquisition for Global Client Delivery, Product, and Engineering at Vantage Health Technologies further demonstrates her expertise in the field.
Recognition in Talent Acquisition
Caitlin has been described as a 'superhero finder' in the talent acquisition field, indicating her effectiveness in identifying and securing top talent. Her recognition as a LinkedIn Guru highlights her knowledge and skills in utilizing social media for recruitment, while her title of ATS Wizard reflects her capability in navigating applicant tracking systems to streamline the hiring process.