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Ridhaa Jacobs

Ridhaa Jacobs

Cape Town

Summary

HR professional with extensive experience in payroll administration and compliance management at Cemza (Pty) Ltd. Proven ability to drive recruitment processes and cultivate a positive workplace culture. Expertise in employee relations, labor law compliance, and talent acquisition strategies, resulting in enhanced organizational effectiveness. Recognized for strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills that contribute to high productivity and efficiency.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HR Administrator (HR Officer)

Cemza (Pty) Ltd
03.2023 - Current
  • Updated employee absence records to maintain accurate tracking.
  • Managed work skills plan and annual training report submissions for BBBEE compliance.
  • Ensured all administration tasks were current and organized.
  • Collaborated with management to assess training and development needs.
  • Conducted Human Resources audits and provided proof of work as required.
  • Monitored time and attendance to ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Drafted employment contracts, offer letters, agreements, and monitored leave.
  • Oversaw employee medical aid and pension fund submissions.

HR Intern

3M South Africa
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Updated employee absence records to maintain accurate attendance tracking.
  • Managed work skills plans and annual training reports for BBBEE compliance.
  • Ensured compliance by securing employee personal information in a locked safe.
  • Captured employee particulars for requisite insurance coverage efficiently.
  • Ratified employee bursary agreements and recorded academic transcripts promptly.
  • Verified Human Resources audits, clearance, and proof of work as needed.
  • Scheduled and conducted interviews for shortlisted candidates according to business needs.
  • Collaborated with third-party recruitment agencies to communicate open position requirements.

Education

Bcom Hons - Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Unisa
05.2025

MEMBERSHIP CERTIFICATE - HR Technician Generalist -

SABPP
02-2024

BA - Industrial and Organizational Psychology and Labour Relations Management

North West University
03-2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Payroll administration
  • HR policy development
  • Payroll processing
  • Policy management
  • ERP
  • Sage 300
  • Workday
  • Xtime (Time and Attendance)
  • SAP
  • Professional development
  • Strategic planning
  • Employment and labor laws
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Compliance management
  • Labor contract administration
  • Team building
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Diversity and inclusion programs
  • Industrial relations
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Workplace safety
  • Recruitment
  • New hire orientation
  • Human resources information systems
  • HR compliance
  • HR recordkeeping
  • HR Strategy Implementation

Certification

  • HR Technician Generalist, SA Board for People Practices (SABPP), 02/29/24, 82118844, 12/31/25
  • Bachelor Of Arts, Industrial and Organisational psychology and labour relations management, with distinction, North-West University (NWU)

Languages

English
First Language
Afrikaans
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

HR Administrator (HR Officer)

Cemza (Pty) Ltd
03.2023 - Current

HR Intern

3M South Africa
06.2022 - 01.2023

Bcom Hons - Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Unisa

MEMBERSHIP CERTIFICATE - HR Technician Generalist -

SABPP

BA - Industrial and Organizational Psychology and Labour Relations Management

North West University

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