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BayersTalent Acquisition & People Operations Business Partner / Executive Coach
Jun. 2023RemoteAre you looking for qualified, motivated and high performing candidates for your business? We are a leading recruiter for mid- and top-level jobs across Europe and Africa, offering a bespoke service to cater for the Green Energy, FinTech and iGaming industries.
VELI GROUPPeople Operations Manager
Feb. 2023 - Jun. 2023Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo · On-siteVELI Group's omnichannel approach is revolutionizing the way iGaming operators engage with their players. Innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on developing cutting-edge technology with intuitive UX that is specialized for ultra-regulated markets. Our flagship brand brings entertainment to sport fans in Africa, while our newly created Spilleboden.dk will soon be launched in Denmark. ● Lead staffing, training needs assessment, talent onboarding and performance assessment based on company KPIs;
● Implement HR strategies, policies, and programs that support the business growth objectives across the region in the igaming sector;
● Advise senior management on international mobility and staff relocation matters;
● Partner with leaders and team members to improve work relationships, build team engagement, handle disciplinary cases and increase productivity and retention;
● Identify service providers, negotiate terms & conditions and manage the relationship with outsourcing agencies, law firms and other service providers;
● Implement and administer company-wide people operations policies, initiatives and programs;
● Provide advice on all aspects of local employment law and procedure agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable HR laws and regulations;
● Leverage knowledge of employment law requirements related to day-to-day team management to
reduce risks and ensure local business compliance;
● Coordinate the implementation of compensation and benefits programs that are competitive and align with the organization's goals and values;
● Collect and maintain HR data metrics to measure the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives.
FortescueDirector of Operations
May. 2021 - Jan. 2023Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo · On-siteFortescue is a green energy company committed to producing green hydrogen and green ammonia containing zero carbon, from 100% renewable sources. We are focusing all our ressources on becoming the number 1 integrated green technology, energy and metals company worldwide. Main responsibilities include:
● Set up the company’s local operations, secure an office location and accommodation for international staff and build a team of highly skilled Congolese nationals; ● Maintain communication with senior management at head-office in Australia and with international and local vendors to ensure proper operations of the organization;
● Develop, implement, and review HR, admin, logistics and contracting internal policies and procedures;
● Support global HR with recruiting, handling disciplinary cases, training, team-building & performance reviews;
● Oversee budget forecasting, reporting, planning, and cash management;
● Negotiate with vendors, purchase materials, plan inventory and oversee stock efficiency;
● Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders globally;
● Develop and maintain effective communication channels with employees across the region;
● Support leaders in decision-making related to people management issues and ensure compliance with HR processes (training and development, employee engagement, performance, and compensation and benefits.);
● Ensure all legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with local laws and regulations.
PwCCapacity Building & People Operations Expert for the ESSOR Programme
Mar. 2020 - Mar. 2021Kinshasa, Congo (DRC) · On-siteEssor is a UK Aid funded programme working with the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to help improve the country’s business environment.
The project is part of the UK’s Private Sector Development Programme in the DRC, which is built on three pillars: improving access to financial services, addressing market failures in a range of sectors and creating an enabling business environment. ● Identify suitable capability building interventions, get the buy-in of the clients and help stakeholders to acquire the know-how required; ● Drive the implementation of an effective Talent Acquisition and Capacity Building and Development framework that meets business needs;
● Develop and maintain a workforce plan and complementary policies that address talent attraction, development, retention of high performing people and succession planning;
● Effectively manage and review HR policies, processes, practices and operating requirements to
achieve the client's goals and business strategy;
● Ensure that appropriate training and development requirements for individuals and teams are
identified,
●Identify and capture relevant KPIs for internal and external clients;
● Develop and implement assessment procedures and performance improvement plan;
● Work closely with clients to design and deploy talent development programs;
● Design and implement internal communication, reporting and monitoring and evaluation policies and procedures for internal and external clients.
iDT LabsDirector of Operations
Sep. 2017 - Aug. 2019Freetown, Western Area, Sierra Leone · On-siteiDT Labs is a pioneer in providing innovative solutions that deploy technology to bring about social and environmental change. Our unique positioning at the intersection of technology, business and social sectors allows us to bridge the digital divide in West Africa and amplify social impact in sectors like telecom, health, water & sanitation, financial inclusion, and agriculture. Main responsibilities:
- Analyze internal operations and identify areas of process enhancement;
- Develop actionable business strategies and plans that ensure alignment with short- and long-term objectives developed in tandem with the CTO;
- Directly oversee all business units, operations, HR, and accounting, and partner with the CTO on sales & resource management in order to achieve growth targets;
- Monitor performance against targets and establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports, both current and projected performance; - Maintain and build relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders such as the United Nations, MNOs, local authorities and international NGOs;
- Control company costs, and introduce tactical initiatives to eliminate unnecessary expenses;
- Monitor invoices, money handling procedures, accounting and bank processes;
- Oversee marketing initiatives and implement better business practices;
- Provide mentoring to all employees, including management;
- Motivate staff to meet or surpass company goals;
- Direct acquisitions and sales of assets;
- Set KPIs for team members and ensure regular monitoring and assessment of staff performance. Acting Unit Manager miKashBoks - a soft commitment saving platform incubated by iDT Labs. Its objective is to advance financial inclusion among poor smallholder farmers in Sierra Leone through mobile money and digital finance.
Experience dealing and integrating with MNOs, working on projects funded by UN agencies and reporting on progress as per United Nations standards and procedures.
Thomas ThorTalent Acquisition Partner - Nuclear Energy (project-based)
Jan. 2017 - Nov. 2021RemoteThomas Thor provides recruitment, leadership search and workforce consulting services to the global nuclear industry and organizations shaping a net zero future. Founded on a belief in a clean energy future and in the power of human ingenuity to create a better world, the company vision is to enable the acceleration of net zero through the mobilization of knowledge and talent. ● Identify suitable candidates for all internal vacancies through online sourcing, job ad drafting and posting, networking, group research, candidate referrals and social media engagement;
● Contact, interview and screen candidates from various geographies to identify the most suitable profiles for our offices in the UAE, Netherlands, UK, Canada and Finland; ● Make proactive talent recommendations to help meet talent acquisition needs by coordinating with hiring leaders and forecast their hiring plans;
●Influence hiring managers’ decisions and consult with them as a trusted talent acquisition partner;
● In charge with induction and training of new hires, focusing on search tools, screening and interviewing techniques;
● On request, step in and support the various business units with external recruitment requests: search, contact, interview and screen candidates for nuclear energy companies across the globe.
Thomas ThorHR, Marketing & Communication Manager Nuclear energy
Mar. 2014 - Jan. 2017Amsterdam Area, Netherlands · On-siteRole scope: Responsible for all Talent Acquisition, Retention, Strategic Workforce Planning, Leadership & Organisational Development, Data accuracy, Employee Relations and Marketing & Communications related tasks and projects. Main responsibilities:
● Manage all recruitment projects for the headquarter and the three regional offices;
● Develop and execute strategic regional workforce plans addressing long- and short-term organizational needs to support the strategy and the further growth of the organization;
● Advice the management team on pay rates, career progression, workforce planning & relocation matters;
● Build an international network and maintain strong relationships with universities, partner associations and with expat communities to build Employer Branding and to attract new talent;
● Manage the induction, retention and the employee engagement strategies and pro-actively address potential employee concerns or complaints through regular one on one debriefings; ● Manage all Marketing, Communications & Social Media related projects and budgets;
● Administer employment contracts, relocation processes, contracts renewals and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures and supervise adherence to the external laws across all offices;
● Recruit, train and manage the HR & Marketing team, which currently consists of 6 team members.
HEINEKENInternal Communication & Employee Engagement Lead
Oct. 2010 - Sep. 2012Bucharest, Romania · On-site● Develop overall employee communication and employee engagement strategy for head-quarter, breweries and sales offices; ● Elaborate and implement campaigns and events for all employees and for external partners; ● Brief senior management on employee communication issues and suggest communications solutions; ● Coach leaders on communication practices to enhance employee engagement and performance; ● Write internal articles, organizational announcements and develop strategic internal communication presentations for the company management team members, as needed; ● Coordinate the monthly internal newsletter and the magazine for distributors; ● Manage the Corporate Call Center team and personally handle serious complaints and quality issues;
● Conduct annual evaluation of corporate communication effectiveness.
CitiHR & Communications Manager
Apr. 2010 - Oct. 2010Bucharest, Romania · On-siteIn charge with the overall provision of HR & Communication services, policies and programs country-wide. The major covered areas were: ● Recruiting and staffing; ● Organizational planning and development; ● Performance management and improvement systems; ● Employee orientation, training and development; ● Employee relations; ● External & Internal Communication.
Habitat for Humanity RomaniaHuman Capital Advisor
Nov. 2009 - Apr. 2010Bucharest, Romania● Write Recruitment & Selection related policies and procedures;
● Initiate the Internship Programme and recruit the first interns of the organisation;
● Offer HR consultancy to the management of the organisation.
RIN Hotels GroupRecruitment & Organisational Design Manager
Mar. 2008 - Apr. 2009Bucharest, Romania · On-siteRIN Hotels is the hotel division of RIN Group, having in its portfolio the 4 star hotels RIN Airport, RIN Central, the wellness club Body Art and the leisure park Water Park Otopeni. ● Coordinate all internal and external recruitment projects; ● Monitor and analyze the exits and propose applicable solutions; ● Career planning and development for all employees; ● Design and coordinate the Induction Program and the Employer Branding Strategy for Rin Grand Hotel; ● Manage the recruitment and training budget; ● Draw up and implement the Internal Rules Code; ● Create or approve all corporate communication materials – posters, flyers, press articles, job announcements.
● Design and coordinate evaluation projects for all hierarchical levels (using professional tests: CPI, MLQ, MBTI and internally developed evaluation tools); ● Attend job fairs and student events to promote the company among potential candidates.
Mansoon OutsourcingHead of Executive search & Recruitment Consultant Banking & Finance
Apr. 2006 - Mar. 2008Bucharest, Romania · On-site● Source potential candidates; ● Develop and implement head-hunting strategies; ● Analyze, evaluate and administrate the obtained CVs and develop the data-base with candidates;
● Write job announcements; ● Maintain relation with organizations for students;
● Design all promotional and presentational materials, manage the corporate web-site;
● Attend job fairs;
● Design and coordinate the company’s Internship program and ensure the optimal number of interns; ● Conduct interviews.
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