ANDRE AUGUST

• Prepared and distributed manuals, handouts and online tutorials to provide employees with training materials and resources.
• Reduced onboarding time for new hires through the development of effective orientation modules.
• Increased overall productivity by conducting regular skills gap analyses and addressing identified needs with targeted training interventions.
• Ensured seamless integration of new systems or process changes within the organization through comprehensive change management plans and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Mentored junior trainers and instructional designers in best practices for adult learning techniques and curriculum design methodologies.
• Managed new employee orientation training process for more than Number employees each year.
• Improved employee retention rates by creating engaging and interactive learning materials.
• Managed development of e-learning training materials and activities to enhance learning experiences.
• Strengthened interdepartmental communication and collaboration by facilitating cross-functional training sessions, fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual support.

• Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
• Reduced research costs through meticulous resource allocation and budget management.
• Leveraged data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.
• Established strong relationships with external partners to secure necessary resources for successful project execution.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

• Oversaw budgetary allocations related to specific policy initiatives, optimizing resource utilization while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
• Verified consistency in quality planning, quality control, quality insurance and quality improvement.
• Evaluated the impact of existing policies on organizational goals, recommending necessary modifications.
• Conducted risk assessments on proposed policies, identifying potential challenges and mitigating factors early in the process.
• Administer the SANDF performance assessment policy and performance payouts.

• Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
• Improved workplace culture through the development and implementation of diversity initiatives.
• Implemented standardized programs and policies, driving smooth operations, employee retention and engagement.
• Conducted internal investigations related to harassment claims and other workplace conflicts, providing resolutions that preserved the integrity of the company''s values.
• Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
• Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
• Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits and salary administration.
• Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
• Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
• Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
• Established clear succession plans to ensure leadership continuity during periods of transition or growth.
• Led decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures, programs and functions.
• Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.

• Supervised and mentored direct reports and developed talented HR teams.
• Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
• Optimized benefits programs, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and reduced turnover rates.
• Used technologically relevant digital systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
• Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
• Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.

Execute various HR functions including:

Salary Administration

Service Benefits

Occupational and Health insurance Administration

Course Administration

Execute travel arrangements