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Anastasia Mannesen

Human Resources Practitioner
Johannesburg

Summary

Human Resources professional equipped with solid expertise in employee relations, talent acquisition, compliance, and HRIS. Effective at fostering team collaboration and driving organizational success. Adaptable, reliable, and skilled in conflict resolution, training, and performance management. Known for strong interpersonal skills and results-driven approach.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Practitioner

Babcock International Group
11.2019 - Current
  • Coordinated onboarding processes for new hires, integrating them seamlessly into the workplace environment.
  • Assisted managers and supervisors with employee disputes, disciplinary actions and other workplace issues.
  • Coordinated employee placements and administrative details.
  • Processed paperwork and hiring details for promotions and lateral position changes.
  • Reduced employee turnover by addressing concerns, mediating conflicts, and providing support for staff members.
  • Maintained accurate personnel records, ensuring privacy standards were met in accordance with relevant regulations.
  • Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective HR policies and procedures.
  • Supervised job interviews and conducted exit surveys to verify compliance with HR best practices.
  • Coordinated new hire onboarding, completing background checks and reference checks to complete screenings.
  • Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
  • Facilitated employee relations, benefits administration and performance management initiatives to support workforce needs.
  • Promoted employee engagement with organizational objectives during new employee orientations and industry conventions.
  • Advised department managers on best practices in regard to labor relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes for improved efficiency in hiring top talent.
  • Conducted thorough performance evaluations to identify areas of improvement and provide constructive feedback to employees.
  • Supported talent acquisition and allocation procedures by facilitating targeted recruitment campaigns.
  • Fostered an inclusive workplace culture by promoting diversity initiatives and awareness programs.
  • Ensured compliance with labor laws and regulations through diligent review of company practices and policies.
  • Collaborated with management teams to establish clear succession plans for key roles within the organization.
  • Managed employee benefits programs, ensuring timely enrollment and accurate recordkeeping.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of current HR systems; identified areas requiring enhancement or replacement.
  • Conducted check-ins with employees to assess workplace health and personnel engagement.
  • Participated in cross-functional projects aimed at improving overall organizational performance.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.

Training Administrator

Babcock International Group
04.2016 - 11.2019
  • Mentored junior staff members within the Training Administration department to enhance their expertise in adult learning principles and instructional design.
  • Partnered with external vendors to provide specialized trainings where necessary, expanding internal capabilities while maintaining costefficiency.
  • Implemented innovative e-learning platforms to facilitate remote access to training materials, accommodating various learning styles and schedules.
  • Served as a subject matter expert in the field of Training Administration, staying informed on industry trends and best practices to inform organizational training strategies.
  • Streamlined training processes for increased efficiency by regularly evaluating and updating training materials.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations by delivering up-to-date mandatory trainings for all employees.
  • Tracked employee progress through regular assessments, providing feedback for continuous improvement in job performance.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for training events, ensuring seamless execution and minimal disruption to daily operations.
  • Improved overall organizational effectiveness through the execution of detailed competency mapping exercises that identified areas requiring targeted training efforts.
  • Collaborated with department heads to identify specific skill gaps and design targeted training interventions.
  • Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
  • Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
  • Tested all training software and hardware prior to commencing training programs.
  • Selected and assigned instructors to conduct specific training programs.

HR Administrator

Babcock International Group
07.2013 - 08.2015
  • General office filing
  • Adhoc admin
  • Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits, and other details.
  • Assisted employees with benefits enrollment, ensuring accuracy of information and timely processing of forms.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by conducting regular audits of personnel files and HR databases.
  • Prepared new hire letters, employee contracts, and corporate policies.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of HR best practices, applying this expertise when advising managers on employee matters.
  • Served as a knowledgeable resource for all staff members regarding company policies, procedures, benefits, and other HR-related matters.

Education

Honours Degree - Human Resources Management

Regent Business School
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -

BComm - Human Resource Management

UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2014 - Current

High School Diploma -

Roedean School (SA)
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2003 - 01.2007

Skills

Proficient in project coordination

Adaptable professional

Self-directed achiever

Good communication and Interpersonal Skills

Diligent and dependable

HR policies and procedures

Onboarding and training

Employee relations

Records maintenance

Labor relations

Recruitment

HRIS systems

Benefits administration

Organizational development

HR analytics

Languages Written

  • English
  • Afrikaans

Qualifications And Studies

Roedean School (SA), 2003 - 2007, 2007, English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Science, Accounting, History, UNISA, 2014 - Present, BComm – Human Resource Management, Proficient with Microsoft Office, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Internet and Email

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/27/89
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving License: In the process of acquiring one

Timeline

Human Resources Practitioner

Babcock International Group
11.2019 - Current

Training Administrator

Babcock International Group
04.2016 - 11.2019

BComm - Human Resource Management

UNISA
04.2014 - Current

HR Administrator

Babcock International Group
07.2013 - 08.2015

High School Diploma -

Roedean School (SA)
04.2003 - 01.2007

Honours Degree - Human Resources Management

Regent Business School
04.2001 -

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