Reference no: EM132961130

Tumi graduated from the University of South Africa with a degree in HRM. She was appointed at Riverside Hotel and Spa, on a contract basis, as an administrative assistant in the marketing department. Tumi worked at the organisation for 12 months, after which her contract expired. The HR manager, Ms Lalendle, felt that Tumi had not acquired the practical experience required to work in the marketing environment and, therefore, did not renew her contract.

At that time, no suitable permanent or contract positions were available in the HRM department. She then started at a recruitment company as a junior recruitment consultant, but the hours were too long, and she was under constant pressure to meet high targets. So, she started searching for jobs online and saw the following advertised vacancy for an HR consultant at Riverside Hotel and Spa:

Riverside Hotel and Spa We require the services of a HR Consultant at our hotel in Stellenbosch, South Africa. The successful candidate must have a qualification in business management, as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills because he/she will work with the HR manager in managing approximately 500 staff members. The position is permanent, with a market-related salary and comprehensive benefits. Applications can be sent to [email protected]. CVs and references should be included.

Tumi loved working at Riverside Hotel and Spa and, since she met all the requirements, she uploaded her CV and supporting documents to the company's recruitment website. Tumi's application was successful and the position was offered to her. She was to commence duty on the first day of the following month.

On her first day of work at the Riverside Hotel and Spa, Tumi reported to her manager, Ms Hlongwane, for duty. Ms Hlongwane issued her with an access card and a job description and directed her to her desk, which was situated in the HR department. She informed Tumi that she would be back later to assign her tasks that need to be completed by the end of the week. Tumi could start by reading through her job description.

Identify the recruitment source that was used by the Riverside Hotel and Spa [1 mark]. Outline four (4) advantages of using this source.