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Work History
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References
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Thato Mamarara

Johannesburg,GP

Summary

My greatest strengths lie in my organizational abilities, analytical prowess, and decisiveness, all of which I consider essential as an HR generalist. Each of these skills is enhanced through extensive experience, strategic thinking, and intuition. Maintaining composure has been crucial in navigating complex situations and upholding professionalism throughout my career. I take pride in my capacity to manage multiple responsibilities effectively, transforming disorder into harmony, particularly in roles involving extensive paperwork, data management, or large-scale event coordination. One noteworthy project I recently led was the acquisition of a bookmaker's license. This endeavor demanded sharp analytical thinking, adept team management, and seamless data coordination across two provinces within tight timelines. My organizational and analytical skills played a pivotal role in consistently delivering cost-effective and timely outcomes, not only in this project but in others as well. Through such experiences, my decisiveness has been refined across various tasks. As a leader, my ability to communicate in a neutral, impartial, unbiased and unprejudiced manner fosters a connected and trusting team environment, promoting positivity and productivity. A familial atmosphere in the workplace, in my view, breeds enhanced productivity.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

HR and Operations Manager

BRICRO (PTY) LTD
09.2009 - Current
  • HR Management reporting to Company Director
  • Payroll and HR Benefits
  • Staff development, recruitment, and training
  • Determining suitable salaries and remuneration
  • Developing strategies to improve efficiency and productivity
  • Compliance relations relating to EE, UIF, IRP5, and SARS reconciliations
  • SAGE Payroll reporting
  • Month end reporting
  • Analyse finances to manage recruitment, retrenchments and business optimization
  • Performance management and counseling
  • Change management strategies
  • Section 189
  • Succession planning
  • Developing adequate induction and training documentation
  • Full HR generalist function reporting to Company Director
  • Day to day operations management including daily analysis of staff performance
  • Legal and compliance (Monitoring of legal affairs within the organization, consolidation and compilation of all information required for litigation proceedings or arbitration proceedings and audit process
  • Ensuring that the company is always compliant with laws and regulations that pertain to its particular industry)
  • Company compliance relations relating to SARS (IRP6, ITR14, and VAT201), CIPC (Annual returns, enterprise registration, appointment, resignation and removal of directors, and all other CIPC related updates), Annual regulatory fees, annual disclosure of information to regulatory bodies, FICA for Banks and any other regulatory requirements
  • CSD Updates and Compliance
  • Monthly management expenses, budgeting, financial reporting
  • Accounts payable and receivables, Banking systems and Bank reconciliations
  • Project Manager on special projects
  • Primary correspondent with regulatory bodies, appointed consultants, and information provider
  • Data management
  • Bank Guarantee Applications
  • Prioritizing tasks and managing multiple responsibilities on hectic days
  • Keeping track of deadlines and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.

Assistant Coordinator and Invigilator

College Campus Business School
04.2008 - 11.2008
  • Organized and facilitated preparations for Business School short course opening days, ensuring smooth operations
  • Welcomed and onboarded new students, providing guidance and support throughout their transition
  • Assembled study packs tailored to the needs of incoming students, ensuring they had necessary resources for their courses
  • Assisted in conducting comprehensive orientation programs for new students, fostering a positive and informed start to their academic journey
  • Ensured efficient coordination of student schedules, guaranteeing timely attendance and participation
  • Liaised with new students to confirm personal details on the school database, provided reminders, and guided them to the campus as necessary
  • Managed the input of prospective students' application details into the school database, maintaining accurate records
  • Maintained exam integrity by invigilating during examination periods, enforcing regulations to uphold academic standards.
  • Assisted in coordinating events, resulting in successful execution and increased attendee satisfaction.

Data Entry Management and Administrative Support

College Campus
03.2008 - 10.2008
  • Accurately entering data into college database (System)
  • Organizing and maintaining database to ensure data integrity
  • Conducting regular data quality checks and audits
  • Identifying and correcting errors in data or documents
  • Paying close attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data entry and administrative tasks
  • Managing incoming calls and emails, directing inquiries to the appropriate departments or personnel
  • Handling incoming and outgoing mail and packages
  • Scheduling appointments, meetings, and events for college staff and faculty
  • Assisting with general administrative tasks such as filing, copying, and scanning documents.

Education

LLB - Bachelor of Laws -

UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa
11.2020

BCom in Law - Bachelor of Commerce in Law -

UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa
07.2016

Certificate in Practical Project Management -

UNISA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS LEADERSHIP (UNISA SBL)
Midrand
11.2011

Certificate in Executive Secretarial Studies (with one module remaining incomplete - Transcript available) -

COLLEGE CAMPUS
Parktown North, South Africa
11.2008

Skills

  • Administrative expert
  • HRM Knowledge and Expertise
  • Strategic planning and reporting
  • Analytically driven and oriented
  • Recruitment and Selection
  • Employee relations
  • Communication Skills
  • Legal and compliance
  • HRIS Knowledge / data interpretation
  • Project management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Decision-Making

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 8906170307086
  • Ethnicity: African
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: South African

Systemsapplications

  • Office 365 Suite
  • Sage Accounting
  • Sage Payroll
  • SARS Efilling (Employees and Business)
  • CSD
  • CIPC
  • FNB Business enterprise
  • Standard Bank Business Online

References

  • Mr Louis Kasuyo, Business Developer, +27 71 383 7877
  • Mr Jan Holiday, Businessman, +27 83 449 0095
  • Mr Vusi Mkhize, Businessman, +27 72 102 7212

Timeline

HR and Operations Manager

BRICRO (PTY) LTD
09.2009 - Current

Assistant Coordinator and Invigilator

College Campus Business School
04.2008 - 11.2008

Data Entry Management and Administrative Support

College Campus
03.2008 - 10.2008

LLB - Bachelor of Laws -

UNISA

BCom in Law - Bachelor of Commerce in Law -

UNISA

Certificate in Practical Project Management -

UNISA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS LEADERSHIP (UNISA SBL)

Certificate in Executive Secretarial Studies (with one module remaining incomplete - Transcript available) -

COLLEGE CAMPUS
Thato Mamarara