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THEMBEKILE GOBHOZI

SOUTH AFRICAN HR PROFESSIONAL
JOHANNESBURG

Summary

I have human resources experience within FMCG, IT, banking, engineering, corporate and retail. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Human and Societal Dynamics as well as an Honours degree in Industrial Psychology. I'm a results-driven and strategic HR professional with over ten years of experience in human resources, seeking a challenging role. I have proven expertise in developing and implementing HR strategies in various multinational organisations. I have collaborated with executive stakeholders and driven the success of several key business units. I'm adept at analysing industry benchmarks, project management, ensuring regulatory compliance, talent acquisition and leading initiatives to enhance employee engagement, development, and retention.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

LEADER TEACHER

  • Significantly increased teaching effectiveness and professional growth through providing leadership, support, and mentorship to teachers resulting in improved student outcomes and satisfaction
  • Improved recruitment and onboarding processes, reducing time-to-fill positions and increasing new teacher retention by 5% within the first year
  • Enhanced teaching quality through strategic scheduling of classes and assigning teaching responsibilities based on teacher strengths and student needs
  • Achieved a 20% improvement in teacher performance through regular classroom observations, providing constructive feedback, and implementing targeted support for professional development
  • Enhanced the consistency of ESL instruction by 20% through facilitating training sessions and workshops, ensuring the adoption of best practices across all classrooms
  • Optimized class scheduling and teaching assignments, resulting in a 15% increase in student progress and satisfaction.

LEAD TEACHER

METEN ENGLISH | WALL STREET ENGLISH | HOUHAI ENGLISH
9 2018 - 12.2023
  • Enhanced English speaking, listening, and writing skills in students by 20% on average, as measured by pre and post assessment scores
  • Achieved a 30% improvement in student proficiency through personalized one-on-one English teaching tailored to individual learning needs and preferences
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of students' progress, resulting in an increase in overall student achievement levels within a semester
  • Developed customized learning plans for each student based on their proficiency level, leading to a 10% increase in student engagement and motivation
  • Successfully organized and facilitated various themed events, resulting in an increase in student participation and engagement.

HR MANAGER

WOOLWORTHS
05.2016 - 08.2018
  • Achieved a 15% increase in employee engagement scores within one year through the implementation of a targeted People strategy, developed in collaboration with executive leadership, aligning HR initiatives with strategic goals
  • Enhanced organizational effectiveness through comprehensive HR support, including organizational development, employee relations, performance management, talent development, and compensation and benefits administration
  • Reduced employee disputes by 25% and disciplinary proceedings by 30% by implementing proactive conflict resolution strategies, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes
  • Conducted ER investigations resulting in a decrease in workplace incidents related to theft, harassment, and discrimination within six months
  • Maintained 100% compliance with labour regulations and streamlined employee processes, reducing procedural errors by 15%
  • Realized a 10% cost savings through the implementation of value-added HR programs and solutions that directly contributed to enhanced business performance
  • Improved talent retention by 15% by staying abreast of industry benchmarks and trends, providing informed people solutions and implementing targeted retention strategies
  • Identified and implemented process improvements that resulted in a 25% increase in efficiency in transactional HR processes
  • Provided guidance on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning, resulting in a 15% improvement in talent pipeline management.

PEOPLE CONSULTANT

AURECON ENGINEERING CONSULTING
08.2015 - 04.2016
  • Achieved an increase in employee retention by developing local HR strategies tailored to address specific business needs and challenges
  • Contributed to an improvement in organizational compliance by developing, implementing, and monitoring policies and procedures aligned with relevant legislation and contemporary HR management practices
  • Increased leadership effectiveness by 15% through targeted training and coaching initiatives, resulting in improved employee engagement and performance
  • Maintained a 85% satisfaction rate among managers through the provision of up-to-date training and coaching on industry trends, legislation, and best practices
  • Optimized organizational efficiency by implementing effective design processes and structures, resulting in a 10% increase in productivity within six months
  • Successfully led culture change initiatives, resulting in a 30% improvement in employee satisfaction and a more cohesive workplace environment
  • Fostered strong stakeholder relationships, resulting in an increase in customer satisfaction and loyalty
  • Enhanced employee retention strategies by analyzing exit interview data and making recommendations for corrective action, resulting in a 20% reduction in turnover rates
  • Provided advisory support to achieve business objectives, resulting in an increase in overall business performance and profitability.

SENIOR HR PRACTITIONER

BUSINESS CONNEXION
08.2012 - 07.2015
  • Successfully implemented staffing policies resulting in a 20% reduction in time-to-hire and an increase in candidate satisfaction feedback
  • Advised and implemented termination procedures, resulting in a decrease in wrongful termination claims and a 10% reduction in legal costs associated with terminations
  • Implemented ER policies and procedures, resulting in a 30% decrease in employee relations issues and a 20% increase in employee satisfaction with conflict resolution
  • Successfully implemented change management processes, resulting in an increase in employee adoption of new initiatives and a 20% decrease in resistance to change
  • Facilitated performance management and career development workshops, resulting in a 15% increase in employee productivity and a 10% increase in employee retention rates
  • Advised and assisted line managers in implementing HR best practices, resulting in an improvement in manager satisfaction with HR support and a 10% increase in employee engagement scores
  • Contributed to improving organizational culture and climate, resulting in an increase in employee morale and a decrease in turnover
  • Contributed to designing and developing HR strategies & policies, resulting in an improvement in alignment between HR initiatives and organizational goals.

Education

HONOURS DEGREE - INDUSTRIAL AND ORGANISTIONAL PSYCHOLOGY -

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
12.2005

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCES: HUMAN AND SOCIETAL DYNAMICS - undefined

UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE

TEFL QUALIFICATION - undefined

THE TEFL ACADEMY

Skills

Strategic Planning: Developing and executing HR strategies aligned with business

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Additional Information

JAN 2006 - JUL 2012

STANDARD BANK VAF - DATA CUSTODIAN

ETHEKWINI WATER MUNICIPALITY - PAYROLL CLERK

SA BANKING RISK INFORMATION CENTRE (SABRIC) - DATA ANALYST
PHULO ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT - HR CONSULTANT

RMB ASSET MANAGEMENT - HR ASSISTANT

ABSA CONSULTANTS & ACTUARIES - HR OFFICER

SHL - PSYCHOMETRY INTERNSHIP

SOUTH AFRICAN BREWERIES - HR CO-ORDINATOR

Timeline

HR MANAGER

WOOLWORTHS
05.2016 - 08.2018

PEOPLE CONSULTANT

AURECON ENGINEERING CONSULTING
08.2015 - 04.2016

SENIOR HR PRACTITIONER

BUSINESS CONNEXION
08.2012 - 07.2015

LEADER TEACHER

LEAD TEACHER

METEN ENGLISH | WALL STREET ENGLISH | HOUHAI ENGLISH
9 2018 - 12.2023

HONOURS DEGREE - INDUSTRIAL AND ORGANISTIONAL PSYCHOLOGY -

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCES: HUMAN AND SOCIETAL DYNAMICS - undefined

UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE

TEFL QUALIFICATION - undefined

THE TEFL ACADEMY

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