Athanathi Faith Nongqotho
Midrand
Summary
Detail-oriented Human Resources Administrator skilled in data analysis and payroll administration. Oversees employee engagement initiatives, improving staff morale and retention. Collaborates with management on succession planning and training facilitation, aligning workforce capabilities with future organisational needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
Afrinov (Pty) Ltd
Midrand, South Africa
06.2025 - 11.2025
- Co-ordinated travel arrangements, including flights and accommodation, aligning with company budget and policy.
- Managed complex diaries, scheduled meetings, and coordinated travel arrangements for senior executives to optimise their time efficiently.
- Sourced vendors for supply, office equipment and facilities maintenance needs.
- Acted as the first point of contact for managers by answering all correspondence, emails and phone calls.
- Helped staff with special projects by setting up schedules and organising resources.
- Stayed on top of appointments and tasks to promptly remind managers of important jobs and deadlines.
- Organised events and conferences when required by managing directors, completing tasks including booking venues, inviting guests and coordinating catering.
- Handled confidential documents with discretion, maintaining privacy and security of sensitive information.
- Organised and facilitated board meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action points to support decision-making processes.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and company policies.
- Maintained organised calendar covering team meetings, trips and appointments.
- Monitored email correspondence, prioritising messages and responding on behalf of the Managing Director when appropriate.
- Assisted associated departments with clerical and administrative support.
- Managed diary for Managing Director, scheduling meetings and appointments to optimise time efficiency.
- Compiled reports and presentations, translating complex data into understandable formats for various audiences.
- Typed, formulated and prepared reports, presentations and correspondence for managers.
- Took messages from clients and relayed them to relevant staff promptly.
- Sat in on meetings, hearings and conferences to document activities.
- Provided ad-hoc support to other departments, demonstrating flexibility and a team-oriented approach to work.
Human Resources Officer
Afrinov (Pty) Ltd
Midrand, South Africa
12.2021 - 05.2025
- Managed confidential personnel records, ensuring data protection compliance and secure information handling.
- Managed employee relations, addressing grievances and conflicts to foster a positive work environment.
- Supervised staff recruitment, interviewing, selecting and onboarding.
- Administered payroll operations, processing wages, deductions, and tax requirements for all staff members. Ensuring accurate and timely processing of salaries and benefits.
- Provided administrative support on employee contract package benefits, including pensions, holiday, insurance and sick pay.
- Assisted in managing end-to-end recruitment processes, from job posting creation to final offer negotiations, maximising candidate quality and fit.
- Closely reviewed all CVs submitted to find suitable candidates for shortlisting and interviewing.
- Implemented team building activities to enhance positive working environments.
- Closely monitored employee performance, especially those on probation, ensuring employees worked efficiently and effectively.
- Managed negotiations with employees for salaries, contracts, working conditions and redundancy packages.
- Organised staff development training based on team gaps and requirements.
- Coordinated employee engagement surveys and feedback sessions, driving initiatives to improve staff morale and retention.
- Oversaw absence management processes, minimising disruption and supporting employee health and well-being.
- Created job descriptions for adverts, developing compelling copy with all relevant information to attract maximum candidates.
- Analysed workforce data to inform strategic planning and decision-making, optimising resource allocation and planning.
- Collaborated with departmental managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
- Facilitated conflict resolution sessions, resolving interpersonal issues and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Supported career development and succession planning, preparing employees for future leadership roles.
- Tracked HR programs closely to assess result and make proactive changes to meet changing demands.
- Conducted staff development training based on observations, improvements required and inefficiencies, creating a more talented and profitable workforce.
- Created succession plans and promotion paths for staff, promoting retention and leadership continuity.
- Streamlined HR processes through the adoption of HR Information Systems HRIS, enhancing efficiency and data accuracy.
- Analysed workforce trends and data to inform strategic planning and decision-making.
- Evaluated and resolved employee performance-based claims and harassment incidents.
- Mitigated audit risk with optimisation of compliance tools, identification of deficiencies and successful corrective actions.
- Assisted in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures, aligning with organisational goals and regulatory standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Criminology and Forensic Studies, Psychology
University of kwazulu Natal
Durban, KZN2020
Skills
- Employee relations
- Payroll administration knowledge
- Administration
- Performance appraisal coordination
- Employment contracts
- File handling
- Training facilitation
- Employee engagement
- Team building
- Confidentiality management
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
Afrinov (Pty) Ltd
06.2025 - 11.2025
Human Resources Officer
Afrinov (Pty) Ltd
12.2021 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science Degree - Criminology and Forensic Studies, Psychology
University of kwazulu Natal