Ropafadzo Emily Muchemwa
Human Resources & Finance Manager
East London
Summary
Dynamic Human Resources and Finance Manager with a proven track record at Elfin Advisory, excelling in financial management and employee relations. Successfully negotiated favorable vendor terms, enhancing cash flow and achieving significant cost savings. Skilled in strategic planning and conflict resolution, fostering a positive work environment and driving organizational compliance.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources and Finance Manager
Elfin Advisory
08.2024 - Current
- Following up on outstanding payments
- Paying salaries and managing all payments
- Cashflow management
- Interviews
- Liaising with clients
- Negotiated with suppliers to improve payment terms, enhancing cash flow management.
- Maintaining the image of the company
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial
- procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Tender administrator
HR Manager
ELFIN GROUP
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits and salary administration.
- 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.
- Managed employee disputes by employing conflict resolution techniques.
- Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
- Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
- Training for employees
- Contracts and company policies
Tender Administrator
XTLG Consulting and Projects
01.2016 - 11.2018
- Maintained accurate records of all tender activities, ensuring easy reference and analysis for future bid opportunities.
- Managing the entire tender process, from identifying potential opportunities to submitting bids, gathering necessary information from internal teams, preparing bid documents, tracking deadlines and insuring compliance with tender requirements, ultimately aiming to secure new contracts for the company.
- Tender document review
- Bid preparation
- Quality control: ensuring accuracy and completeness of tender submissions, renewing documents for compliance with tender specification.
- Maintaining tender database: keeping records of pats bids, including details of clients, projects and relevant documents for future reference.
- Manage the online tenders and support the bid process. Prepare bid briefs, review documents and qualify tender opportunities.
- Facilitated successful project handovers from bid phase to delivery teams, ensuring seamless transitions with minimal disruptions.
- Managed strict deadlines for multiple projects, maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, resulting in improved communication and collaboration during the bidding process.
- Conducted regular post-tender reviews to identify areas for improvement and optimize future bid strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant industry regulations, minimizing risk and potential liability for the organization.
- Provided ongoing support to sales teams throughout the tender process, offering guidance on strategy development and pricing considerations.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Diploma in Human Resources - Human Resources Management
Alison
Galway Ireland 04.2001 -
Social Auxiliary Work - Social Work
UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Further Education And Training HR Management - Human Resources Management
Damelin
East London, South Africa 04.2001 -
Economics Business Sciences (1st And 2nd Year) - Business Economics
Fort Hare University
East London, South Africa 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Center of Excellence
East London, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Communication
Leadership
Active Listening
Problem Solving
Empathy
Employee Relations
Financial management
Financial analysis
Strategic planning
Human resources knowledge
Exercise
I walk for 5km in the morning-Monday to Friday and I also go to the gym 3 times a week.
Timeline
Human Resources and Finance Manager
Elfin Advisory
08.2024 - Current
HR Manager
ELFIN GROUP
01.2019 - 12.2022
Tender Administrator
XTLG Consulting and Projects
01.2016 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
UNISA
04.2001 -
Diploma in Human Resources - Human Resources Management
Alison
04.2001 -
Social Auxiliary Work - Social Work
UNISA
04.2001 -
Further Education And Training HR Management - Human Resources Management
Damelin
04.2001 -
Economics Business Sciences (1st And 2nd Year) - Business Economics
Fort Hare University
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Center of Excellence
04.2001 -
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