Sibongile Magwagwa
Senior Manager, Human Capital Business Partnering
Alberton
Summary
Accomplished and results-oriented HR Leader with over 10 years of experience across multiple sectors, including manufacturing, FMCG, transport, research and higher education. Recognized as the 2024 HR Manager of the Year by the Institute of People Management, demonstrating exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to human capital excellence. Proven ability to drive organizational success through strategic workforce planning, leadership development, and employee engagement. Accredited Skills Development Facilitator and Chartered HR Professional with a passion for creating inclusive, high-performing work environments. Pursuing a PhD in Commerce to further enhance strategic capabilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4047
4047
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Manager: Human Capital Business Partnering
University of Johannesburg
10.2023 - Current
- Strategic HR Leadership: Drive HRBP effectiveness by aligning HR strategy with institutional goals and optimizing team performance.
- Talent & Performance Management: Oversee vacancy management, training, and development while fostering a high-performance culture.
- Risk & Compliance Oversight: Identify HR-related risks, ensure EE compliance, and develop mitigation strategies.
- Operational Excellence: Streamline HR processes, enhance governance reporting, and drive project execution via the management portal.
- Mentorship & Team Development: Provide strategic guidance, coaching, and support to HRBPs to elevate their impact and effectiveness.
Head: Human Resources Business Partner
Mintek
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Strategic HR Leadership: Drive the implementation of human capital strategies, aligning HR initiatives with business goals and ensuring seamless execution by HRBPs.
- Talent & Performance Management: Lead divisional talent management, implement talent forums, and enforce a performance-driven culture.
- Employee Relations & Compliance: Provide expert guidance on employee relations, disciplinary matters, and CCMA cases while ensuring policy and legal compliance.
- Workforce Planning & Development: Oversee L&D planning, align training needs with the Workplace Skills Plan, and monitor implementation.
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Develop and implement the five-year Employment Equity Plan, monitor progress, and drive transformation initiatives.
HR Manager
Litsamaiso Rea Vaya Bus Operating Company
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Strategic HR Leadership: Support the CEO in overseeing core HR functions, ensuring alignment with best practices and organizational objectives.
- Compliance & Employee Relations: Ensure adherence to HR, IR, and industry-specific legislation while managing policies, disciplinary processes, and dispute resolution.
- Talent & Performance Management: Oversee remuneration, payroll accuracy, training, and development while driving a performance-driven culture.
- Health, Safety & Wellness: Manage workplace health, safety, and wellness programs to foster a safe and productive environment.
- Facilities & Operational Oversight: Ensure efficient facilities management, supporting a well-functioning and compliant workplace.
HR Manager
Environmental Resource Management (ERM)
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Strategic HR Support: Partner with the HRD Director Africa to drive HR initiatives, ensuring alignment with global and regional strategies.
- Talent & Employee Relations Management: Lead recruitment across Africa, oversee employee relations, and provide HR policy guidance to ensure compliance and best practices.
- HR Operations & Data Management: Ensure HRIS accuracy, manage HR data, and oversee key annual processes such as performance reviews, promotions, and compensation cycles.
- Workforce Planning & Compliance: Support forward planning, oversee cyclical HR activities, and ensure GDPR-compliant data management.
- HR Analytics & Reward Strategy: Analyze people data to enhance retention strategies, advise on reward frameworks, and support budgeting and HR scorecard preparation.
HR Manager
CBI Electric Low Voltage
03.2017 - 08.2018
- Strategic HR Partnership: Collaborate with managers to align people strategies with business objectives and performance drivers.
- Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy: Anticipate future business challenges and proactively address talent and capability needs.
- Performance & Operational Excellence: Implement innovative, cost-effective HR solutions to enhance departmental and overall company performance.
Regional HR Officer
MTU South Africa (Pty) Ltd
06.2015 - 02.2017
- Strategic HR Leadership & Compliance: Oversee HR policies, procedures, and compliance with labour legislation, ensuring alignment with Rolls-Royce Power Systems' global standards.
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning: Lead end-to-end recruitment, partnering with agencies and managers to attract top talent while ensuring fair and competitive remuneration practices.
- Employee Relations & Engagement: Foster a positive work environment, proactively managing employee relations, union engagements, and wellness initiatives.
- Performance & Talent Development: Drive key HR processes, including performance management, talent development, and succession planning to enhance workforce capability.
- Operational HR Excellence: Ensure seamless HR administration, maintain accurate records for audits, and continuously refine HR strategies to support business objectives.
Human Resource Business Partner
Unilever South Africa
03.2014 - 05.2015
- Strategic HR Business Partnering: Drive talent management initiatives, ensuring career development discussions, goal setting, and IDP implementation across all white-collar employees.
- Workforce Development & Capability Building: Lead the WCM People Development Pillar, oversee training needs analysis, and facilitate career committees to enhance workforce growth.
- Employee Relations & Compliance: Manage disciplinary and grievance processes, support wage negotiations, and ensure fair and consistent HR practices.
- Talent & Performance Management: Oversee talent nomination, succession planning, and mid-year career discussions to support business growth and workforce readiness.
- HR Operations & Compensation Oversight: Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, address compensation and benefits queries, and ensure seamless HR process execution.
Human Resource Generalist
ArcelorMittal South Africa
08.2011 - 02.2014
- Employee Relations & Compliance: Manage grievances, represent the company at MEIBC, advise on labour legislation, and facilitate plant participative forums.
- Talent & Performance Management: Oversee pipeline recruitment, succession planning, and performance management to build a strong workforce.
- Training & Development: Drive competency frameworks, facilitate career workshops, and ensure employee development through targeted training initiatives.
- HR Operations & Policy Implementation: Manage the hire-to-retire process, oversee HR systems, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
- Stakeholder Engagement & HR Effectiveness: Partner with line management, handle compensation and benefits queries, and lead HR improvement projects.
Education
BSocSc - Industrial, Organizational & Labour Studies
University of KwaZuluNatal
Durban, South Africa 01.2006 - 01.2010
NQF Level 5 - Labour Relations
University of NorthWest
Vanderbijlpark, South AfricaMCom - Business Sciences
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2015 - 01.2017
PDH - Commerce
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South AfricaMatric Senior Certificate -
Tiisetsang High School
Bethlehem, South Africa 01.2003 - 01.2005
Skills
- HR Technology Expertise: Proficient in SAP HR, PeopleSoft, Workday, and advanced MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to drive HR operations and decision-making
- Talent & Organizational Development: Lead strategic talent development initiatives, organizational development, and resource allocation to enhance workforce capabilities and alignment with business goals
- Strategic Planning & Execution: Expertise in strategic HR planning, influencing organizational direction, and ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives
- Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration: Skilled in team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and driving effective communication to achieve business success
- Data-Driven Decision Making & Analytics: Leverage data analytics to inform HR strategies, improve performance management, and support evidence-based decision-making
- Recruitment & Employer Branding: Lead talent acquisition strategies, drive company branding initiatives, and attract top talent to meet current and future business needs
- Negotiation & Stakeholder Management: Expert negotiator with strong influencing skills, capable of managing complex negotiations and building positive stakeholder relationships
- Budget & Resource Management: Oversight of HR budgets, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation and efficient utilization of HR resources to support organizational priorities
Affiliations
Chartered HR Professional, Generalist, South African Board of People Practices (SABPP), 11848
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/06/87
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code C1 (10)
Alternative Mobile
072 736 5111
Accomplishments
- 2024 HR Manager of the year: Institute of People Management
- Accredited Skill Development Facilitator
Timeline
Senior Manager: Human Capital Business Partnering
University of Johannesburg
10.2023 - Current
Head: Human Resources Business Partner
Mintek
01.2023 - 09.2023
HR Manager
Litsamaiso Rea Vaya Bus Operating Company
09.2019 - 12.2022
HR Manager
Environmental Resource Management (ERM)
09.2018 - 04.2019
HR Manager
CBI Electric Low Voltage
03.2017 - 08.2018
Regional HR Officer
MTU South Africa (Pty) Ltd
06.2015 - 02.2017
MCom - Business Sciences
University of Witwatersrand
01.2015 - 01.2017
Human Resource Business Partner
Unilever South Africa
03.2014 - 05.2015
Human Resource Generalist
ArcelorMittal South Africa
08.2011 - 02.2014
BSocSc - Industrial, Organizational & Labour Studies
University of KwaZuluNatal
01.2006 - 01.2010
Matric Senior Certificate -
Tiisetsang High School
01.2003 - 01.2005
NQF Level 5 - Labour Relations
University of NorthWest
PDH - Commerce
Rhodes University
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