Vukile Mjajubana
HR Business Partner
Kimberley
Summary
Adept at fostering employee relations and navigating union negotiations, I enhanced HR protocols and compliance at Sun International. Leveraging dispute mediation and strategic planning skills, I spearheaded initiatives that aligned HR practices with organizational goals, significantly improving workforce morale and productivity.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Business Partner
Sun International
Kimberley
03.2015 - Current
- Promoted employee welfare by maintaining proper protocols throughout investigations and disciplinary procedures.
- Resolved conflicts and disputes through mediation and negotiation, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored and enforced company policies and procedures to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of misconduct or policy violations, ensuring fair outcomes for all parties involved.
- Evaluated and updated company policies regularly to ensure compliance with changes in labor laws or industry best practices.
- Represent the company at CCMA on all employee Relations matters, including conciliation and arbitration.
- Build and maintain solid relationships with the union and other key stakeholders by ensuring that engagement and communication structures are in place and effectively managed.
- Represent the company in wage negotiations at central forum level.
- Collaborated with senior management to align HR initiatives with organizational goals.
- Optimized onboarding processes for new employees, ensuring seamless integration into their roles from day one.
- Identified HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and within company to reach business goals.
- Championed change management efforts during company restructures, minimizing disruption to employees and maintaining morale during transitions.
- Implemented succession planning strategies, ensuring leadership continuity and employee growth opportunities within the organization.
Deputy Director: Human Resources
Department of Education
Kimberley, South Africa
10.2013 - 02.2015
- Developed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with company''s mission and vision.
- Managed budgets and financial resources effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact.
- Build capacity of the departmental employees on the effective implementation of performance management system.
- Collaborated with other department heads to ensure smooth implementation of the performance management system.
- Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the executive management.
- Manage
Assistant Director of Human Resources
Department of Road and Public Works
Kimberley, South Africa
09.2009 - 09.2013
- Provided guidance on career development opportunities to staff members, assisting them in achieving professional growth within the company.
- Managed the HR budget with fiscal responsibility, making cost-effective decisions while maintaining quality services for employees.
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments to identify personnel needs and create strategic workforce plans.
- Organized employee relations activities to enhance employee morale and foster supportive work environment.
- Coordinated employee wellness programs that promoted a healthy work-life balance for all team members.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, resulting in increased job satisfaction and productivity.
- Coordinated annual performance review process, providing constructive feedback to employees and aligning team goals with organizational objectives.
HR Officer
Department of Health
Calvinia, South Africa
11.2007 - 08.2009
- Coordinated onboarding processes for new hires, integrating them seamlessly into the workplace environment.
- Assisted managers and supervisors with employee disputes, disciplinary actions and other workplace issues.
- Coordinated employee placements and administrative details.
- Processed paperwork and hiring details for promotions and lateral position changes.
- Maintained accurate personnel records, ensuring privacy standards were met in accordance with relevant regulations.
- Supervised job interviews and conducted exit surveys to verify compliance with HR best practices.
- Facilitated employee relations, benefits administration and performance management initiatives to support workforce needs.
- Advised department managers on best practices in regard to labor relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
- Conducted thorough performance evaluations to identify areas of improvement and provide constructive feedback to employees.
- Managed employee benefits programs, ensuring timely enrollment and accurate recordkeeping.
Assistant HR Officer
South African Police Service
Kimberley, South Africa
06.2004 - 10.2007
- Collaborated with department managers to establish appropriate staffing levels and job requirements.
- Administered benefit programs including, retirement plans, and leave policies effectively catered to employee needs.
- Coordinated orientation programs for new hires, fostering a positive onboarding experience.
- Monitored employee attendance and addressed any issues related to timekeeping or absence management effectively.
- Assisted managers and supervisors with employee disputes, disciplinary actions and other workplace issues.
- Coordinated employee placements and administrative details.
Education
LLB Degree - Law
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Law - Law
University of Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management - Economic And Management Science
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
National Diploma in Public Management - Economic And Management Science
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Employment law
Dispute Mediation
Managing employee relations
Strategic Planning
Talent Recruitment
Grievance handling
Policy Implementation
Problem-solving abilities
Negotiation Tactics
Union Negotiations
Timeline
HR Business Partner
Sun International
03.2015 - Current
Deputy Director: Human Resources
Department of Education
10.2013 - 02.2015
Assistant Director of Human Resources
Department of Road and Public Works
09.2009 - 09.2013
HR Officer
Department of Health
11.2007 - 08.2009
Assistant HR Officer
South African Police Service
06.2004 - 10.2007
LLB Degree - Law
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Law - Law
University of Western Cape
04.2001 -
Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management - Economic And Management Science
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
National Diploma in Public Management - Economic And Management Science
University of South Africa
04.2001 -