Human Resources Development & Recruitment Specialist with 15+ years’ experience across government and corporate environments. Skilled in skills development planning, talent acquisition, employment equity, HRD strategy implementation, and policy development. Known for building structured HR processes, delivering compliant reporting, and supporting employee growth through training, coaching and performance management initiatives. Strong technical capability in SAP, PERSAL and MS Office, with exceptional communication, coordination and stakeholder engagement skills.
Hi, I’m
Pamela Nombuiselo Galane
HR and People Operations Professional
Cape Town
Summary
Overview
27
years of professional experience
4
Languages
Work History
LNL Group
Independent HR Consultant (Advisory Role)
05.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Led end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and performance management processes for multiple business units.
- Developed and implemented HR policies, organisational structures and job profiles aligned to business needs.
- Supported employee and organisational development through training programmes, coaching and personal development plans.
- Advised line managers on productivity, employee relations, compliance and strategic workforce planning.
- Drove learning and development initiatives, competency mapping and alignment of HR strategy with organisational goals.
- Key Achievement: Successfully established HR structures, policies and performance systems for clients, improving compliance, streamlining recruitment and strengthening employee development across the organisation.
- Developed comprehensive HR strategies that enhanced organizational performance and aligned workforce capabilities with business objectives.
- Implemented talent management frameworks that improved employee engagement and retention, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Conducted thorough compliance audits and risk assessments, ensuring adherence to employment laws and regulations across all HR functions.
- Facilitated leadership development programs that equipped managers with essential skills, resulting in improved team dynamics and productivity.
Northern Cape Provincial Treasury
Assistant Manager: Human Resource Development
02.2008 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Directed HRD strategy execution and coordinated departmental training, development and skills planning processes.
- Developed and implemented the annual Human Resource Development Strategy Framework (HRDSF).
- Coordinated the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP), annual training reports and training expenditure reporting.
- Managed skills audits, HRD policy development, review processes and policy compliance.
- Facilitated induction/orientation for new staff and the Compulsory Induction Programme for government entrants.
- Oversaw the bursary scheme, including applications, approvals, progress monitoring and compliance.
- Coordinated Employment Equity Plan development, reporting, awareness and manager support.
- Led MPAT Key Performance Area 3 processes—results communication, improvement plans and evidence consolidation.
- Managed and mentored a team of HRD practitioners, including performance reviews and workflow coordination.
- Key Achievements:
- Successfully submitted fully compliant WSP/ATR submissions each year.
- Strengthened HRD policy compliance through structured awareness campaigns.
- Improved team performance and workflow through consistent mentoring and development support.
- Development, utilizing language and terminology relevant to the role and employer:
- Developed and implemented training programs that enhanced employee skills and improved overall departmental performance.
- Collaborated with senior management to design strategic workforce planning initiatives that aligned with organizational goals.
- Led performance management processes, providing coaching to supervisors and ensuring alignment with company standards.mb
PetroSA
Recruitment Specialist
05.2003 - 03.2006
Job overview
- Guided end-to-end recruitment, staff sourcing and onboarding for various business units.
- Confirmed vacancy alignment to approved structures and budgets.
- Oversaw recruitment advertising, e-recruitment system, shortlisting and interview processes.
- Conducted interviews, reference checks and negotiated salary offers with line management.
- Prepared contracts of employment and ensured SAP/R3 appointments were captured accurately.
- Coordinated relocation, onboarding readiness, site access and full induction sessions for new staff.
- Conducted exit interviews, analysed findings and reported insights to senior management.
- Supervised HR Officers supporting recruitment and selection processes.
- Key Achievement:
- Improved recruitment turnaround time by streamlining shortlisting and SAP processing.
Department of Social Services (WCPA)
Senior Personnel Officer
05.2002 - 04.2003
Job overview
- Drafted job adverts, created log lists and administered recruitment and appointment processes.
- Captured staff appointments, promotions, transfers and terminations on PERSAL.
- Administered PMDS data, awards and performance cycle records.
- Handled employee queries, maintained personnel records and ensured data accuracy.
Common Ground Consulting
Administrative Assistant
04.1999 - 03.2002
Job overview
- Supported HR administration: leave management, staff records, communication and recruitment admin.
- Assisted with project workshops, minute-taking, client liaison and database management.
- Managed general office admin including reception, switchboard, travel bookings, filing and petty cash.
- Coordinated office operations by managing schedules, facilitating meetings, and ensuring seamless communication among teams.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, improving document retrieval efficiency and enhancing data organization for the office.
- Assisted in preparing reports and presentations, contributing to informed decision-making and effective project management.
- Managed inventory of office supplies, ensuring timely procurement and minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
Commission for Conciliation, Mediation & Arbitration (CCMA)
Data Capturer
12.1998 - 03.1999
Job overview
- Captured case data, created and closed files, maintained archives and ensured accurate case records.
- Accurately entered and maintained data records, resulting in improved data integrity and streamlined reporting processes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely data entry, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing processing time.
- Conducted regular quality checks on data entries, which increased accuracy and minimized errors in documentation.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for data capture, leading to more consistent and reliable data management.
Education
UNISA
B.Com Honours from Industrial & Organisational Psychology
01-2012
University Overview
University of The Free State
Management Development Programme
01-2011
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Peninsula Technikon
Post Graduate Diploma from HR Management
01-2000
University Overview
Uni-School
Diploma from Fundamentals of HR Management
01-1999
University Overview
University of The Western Cape
B.Admin from Public Administration & Industrial Psychology
01-1998
University Overview
St Boniface High SchoolKimberley
Matric
01-1991
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Skills
HR Development & Skills Planning:
LEGISLATIVE KNOWLEDGE
LEGISLATIVE KNOWLEDGE
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act
- Labour Relations Act
- Employment Equity Act
- Public Service Act
- PFMA
- Skills Development Act
- SDL Act
References
References
Available on request.Timeline
Independent HR Consultant (Advisory Role)
LNL Group
05.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager: Human Resource Development
Northern Cape Provincial Treasury
02.2008 - 10.2019
Recruitment Specialist
PetroSA
05.2003 - 03.2006
Senior Personnel Officer
Department of Social Services (WCPA)
05.2002 - 04.2003
Administrative Assistant
Common Ground Consulting
04.1999 - 03.2002
Data Capturer
Commission for Conciliation, Mediation & Arbitration (CCMA)
12.1998 - 03.1999
UNISA
B.Com Honours from Industrial & Organisational Psychology
University of The Free State
Management Development Programme
Peninsula Technikon
Post Graduate Diploma from HR Management
Uni-School
Diploma from Fundamentals of HR Management
University of The Western Cape
B.Admin from Public Administration & Industrial Psychology
St Boniface High School
Matric