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Dauremma Malima

Dauremma Malima

johannesburg

Summary

A rare and unique brand in the professional space and highly responsible yet rare brand that you will not regret hiring, am a brand you would find being the most appropriate fit that has been missing in the team which you strategically need to keep coordinated and ensuring a well-oiled machinery well-oiled for it to deliver the services the customers / clients, shareholders, and stakeholders need the most while exceeding their needs. My people management acumen is of the highest standard backed by clear communication, organization, and leadership skills that enable me to network, connect and reach out to people from a diverse background and schools of thoughts. I always have a unique way of coming through when there are turbulences among individuals, people and teams, particularly work teams.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Manager

MKHAY ENTERPRISES
04.2025 - 10.2025
  • Managed employee relations, addressing grievances and conflicts to foster a positive work environment.
  • Conducted exit interviews, gathering valuable feedback to reduce turnover and improve employee satisfaction.
  • Supervised staff recruitment, interviewing, selecting and onboarding.
  • Facilitated communication between management and employees, promoting transparency and mutual respect.
  • Administered payroll and benefits, ensuring accurate and timely processing in compliance with legal standards.
  • Managed employee relations, addressing grievances and disputes to foster a positive work environment.
  • Developed and implemented HR strategies aligned with the organisation's goals, enhancing workforce productivity.
  • Negotiated employee wages based on employment level, qualifications and history.
  • Advised senior management on HR issues and recommended strategic solutions to address organisational challenges.
  • Prepared detailed HR reports for executive review, highlighting key metrics and strategic insights.
  • Established HR management system applicable across different types of employees, departments and seniority levels.
  • Monitored changes in employment law, updating company policies to ensure full compliance.
  • Implemented diversity and inclusion initiatives, creating a more equitable and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Designed and implemented health and safety programmes.

Part-Time Holiday Job

Wimpy Restaurant
Louis Trichardt
12.2014 - 12.2024
  • Ensured restaurant tables maintained high sanitation standards before service.
  • Greeted customers upon entrance and exit, providing a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Presented menus to customers, assisting with food and beverage selections.
  • Took and served orders efficiently, ensuring timely delivery.
  • Addressed customer inquiries and recommended complementary products effectively.
  • Collaborated with servers and kitchen/bar staff to streamline operations.
  • Resolved complaints or issues with a positive demeanor to enhance customer experience.
  • Processed bills and payments accurately to ensure smooth transactions.

HR Officer and Examinations Coordinator

Regenesys Business School
sandton
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Transitioned from intern to HR Officer within two months, overseeing full employee contract lifecycle.
  • Managed recruitment processes, including candidate screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
  • Developed and implemented effective onboarding process, facilitating check-ins with new hires.
  • Administered payroll operations, ensuring compliance and timely processing of salaries.
  • Conducted exit interviews to gather insights for improving employee retention.
  • Performed audits of employee files to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
  • Updated HR policies in line with current legislation, ensuring clarity and compliance.
  • Supervised staff training programs, identifying development needs and sourcing appropriate courses.

Due to the standard and performance of my work, the Executive Management requested me to take on a new role as an Examination Coordinator, where I was responsible for managing and overseeing the entire examination process, which included

  • Quality assurance of examination processes,
  • Drafting and Managing contracts of external facilitators and moderators, including their invoices and submission of payment request.
  • Ensuring full confidentiality between examiners, moderators, and the assessment team since 2022, while I continued to assist the HR Department team with onboarding, payroll, and when they encountered difficulties.
  • My approach to work and working with people and institutions has saved the company in several situations.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Industrial and Organizational Psychology

UNISA
Florida Glen, GP
2025

Bachelor of Arts - Work psychology, Statistics, Career psychology, Labour Relations, Human Resources, Psychometrics, Organizational Behavior, Training and development, Research methodology, Consumer Behavior, Ethics, Sociology, Anthropology, English

University of Western Cape
Cape Town, WC
06.2020

Matric Full time matric certificate - MATH LIT, ENG, LO, VEND, PS, LS, EGD

HoerSkool Louis Trichardt
Limpopo
12.2014

Skills

  • Customer Services
  • Microsoft
  • Administrative
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Negotiation
  • Relationship building
  • Time Management
  • Employee engagement
  • Payroll processing
  • HR and recruitment
  • Excel proficiency
  • File handling
  • Employee satisfaction surveys
  • Onboarding process execution
  • Performance monitoring
  • Oral and written communication
  • Employment relations

References

  • Ms. Busisiwe Marule, HR Director, Regenesys, 063 752 2688, 2021-01-26, 2021-05-31
  • Ms. Deanne Govender, HR Manager, Regenesys, 084 438 7371, 2021-06-01, 2022-01-31
  • Ms. Towera Gondwe, Registrar, Regenesys, 083 429 7690, 2022-02-01, 2023-12-31
  • Mr Sifundo Sopete, COO, Mkhay Enterprises, 073 444 7633, 2025-04-01, 2025-10-31

Skills

  • Excellent Customer Services Skills
  • Microsoft Skills
  • Administrative Skills
  • Conflict Resolution Skills
  • Negotiation and Communication Skills
  • Relationship building skills
  • Time Management Skills

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Afrikaans
Intermediate
B1
venda
Proficient
C2
xitsonga
Proficient
C2
setswana
Upper Intermediate
B2
sesotho
Upper Intermediate
B2
sepedi
Intermediate
B1
isizulu
Intermediate
B1
Xhosa
Elementary
A2

Timeline

HR Manager

MKHAY ENTERPRISES
04.2025 - 10.2025

HR Officer and Examinations Coordinator

Regenesys Business School
01.2021 - 12.2023

Part-Time Holiday Job

Wimpy Restaurant
12.2014 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Industrial and Organizational Psychology

UNISA

Bachelor of Arts - Work psychology, Statistics, Career psychology, Labour Relations, Human Resources, Psychometrics, Organizational Behavior, Training and development, Research methodology, Consumer Behavior, Ethics, Sociology, Anthropology, English

University of Western Cape

Matric Full time matric certificate - MATH LIT, ENG, LO, VEND, PS, LS, EGD

HoerSkool Louis Trichardt
Dauremma Malima