PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: Michael Wachira Maina
Phone: +254********* +254-020 2694874
Email: *************@*****.***
Address: P.O box2790 code 00200 Nairobi, Kenya
Nationality: Kenyan
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To continue developing my HR skills in all challenging levels in the business sector that will allow me to contribute my skills, experience and knowledge, and successfully incorporate its dynamism in the career path which is geared towards my upward mobility.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
YEAR NAME OF INSTITUTION COURSE DONE
2010-2012 Institute of Human Resource
Management
Higher National Diploma in Human
Resource Management (professional)
2006-2008 Kampala International University,
Kampala-Uganda.
Bachelor’s Degree in Human
Resource Management.
2005-2006 InfoTech Computer College A+ Computer Hardware and Software Maintenance
2005-2005 TEC Institute of Management Diploma in Human Resource Management
2004-2005 TEC Institute of Management Certificate in Human Resource Management
2002-2004 Springboard College Computer Operators Course 2002 Makutano Secondary School K.C.S.E
COURSES ATTENDED
Course in Business Principle (Integrity and Diversity)-Unilever Internal Course SYSTEMS KNOWLEDGE
HRIS (Human Resource Information System) - BamboooHR and Eazework. Procurement System-Ariba.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
YEAR ORGANISATION POSITION HELD
2015-Present Excel-Wise Consultants Human Resource Consultant (Part-time)
(July-Present)
Duties
Advising management on the administration of the Human Resource Policies. 2
Serving as Internal consultants by analyzing a company’s current HR Capabilities and recommending solutions
Developing, Revising and implementing Human Resource Policies and procedures.
Ensuring Human Resource programs and services are compliance with established policies and procedures as per government regulations.
Presenting Training sessions related to specific Human resource programs Achievements
Currently preparing a mentorship program between institutions of learning and different Local and International industries and companies.
2014-2015 Mara-Ison Technologies Ltd Human Resource Officer-Anglophone
(Jan-June) (East &Southern Africa)
Duties
Managing and Facilitating the recruitment process including formulation of new employee requisition forms, formulation of new job descriptions in conjunction with Line Managers, coordination of vacancy advertisements, preparing the long and shortlists, interviewing the candidates, writing interview reports, contracting and on-boarding of staff.
Managing various telecom projects namely ( ALU, Comviva,Avaya,Tech-Mahindra,FLY TEXT and NWSM) and aligning them as per the Human Resource Policy and Business strategy.
Preparation, aligning and review of the HR policy Manual within the Organization to meet the government’s laid down expectation.
Facilitation of the payroll for all Maraison staff within East and Southern Africa.
-Managing and maintaining medical records for the company.
-Liaising with the Insurance Companies in regards to Medical Cover for employees.
-Handling expatriates issues like preparation of documents for visas and work permits.
-Training employees on the relevant courses.
-Advising on any new HR issues.
-Facilitating Training within East and Southern Africa.
-Maintaining Employee records both on Hard copy and on the Computerized Human System-Eazework.
-Facilitating Medical cover for all employees within East and Southern Africa.
-Formulation of contracts for all employees.
-Handling Reward and recognition for the best performing employees.
-Handling grievance of all employees.
-Processing quarterly HR reports.
Preparation of the HR Budget.
Achievements
I successfully managed the Facilitation of payroll of 150 employees spread over 7 countries from one center point (Nairobi).
Successfully managing and aligning different Telecommunication projects namely (ALU, Comviva, Tech- Mahindra, FLY-TEXT, Avaya and NWSM) as per the HR and business Strategy.
I handled and prepared documentation of all 77 expatriates who joined the different projects across East and Southern Africa.
Successful Managing and facilitating medical cover for all the employees within the 7 countries (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Malawi, Zambia and Seychelles)
Successfully recruiting different nationalities for the different six different projects.
In collaboration with the OSHA Department, Administration Department I Successfully facilitated with the ISO Certification.
I was the custodian of the HRIS known as EAZEWORK and i trained all 150 employees on how to effectively use the system.
In regards to communication I was the focal point, where I communicated all issues to the employees within East and Southern Africa regarding the company. 3
I prepared and analyzed the Human Resource yearly budget, with this I made sure the company got the best insurance covers with a sustainable budget.
Quartely reports on the Human Resource skills, performance and head count were prepared by me, with an aim of improving Human Resource Forecast which improves with a 90%,Job satisfaction and retention also improved to a 98%.
2013-2013 Nyumbani Children Home Human Resource Officer
(March-November)
DUTIES
-Managing and Facilitating the recruitment process including formulation of new employee requisition forms, formulation of new job descriptions in conjunction with Line Managers, coordination of vacancy advertisements, preparing the long and shortlists, interviewing the candidates, writing interview reports, contracting and on-boarding of staff.
-Preparation, aligning and review of the HR policy Manual within the Organization to meet the government’s laid down expectation.
-Facilitate the performance management process by assisting staff to set their objectives and do their appraisals through training (3+1 Initiative).
-Identify training needs, prepare the training budget and organize for staff to attend trainings and workshops within the allocated budget.
-Formulate and implement Health and Safety initiatives within the organization in line with the government specifications.
-Manage and maintain all staff related data through Human Resource Information System. Achievements
Assisted in preparation of ISO CERTIFICATION facilitation for Nyumbani Children’s Home Diagnostic Lab.
I Handled Employees Grievances and also at the same time assisted in maintaining a good working Culture.
I successfully managed employee leaves days as well as maintaining a data base.
Managing, reviewing and processing employment contracts for over 200 employees at Nyumbani Children’s Home.
I successfully created a Human Resource Database for the three Main centers (Nyumbani Children’s Home- Karen, Nyumbani Children’s Home-Kitui and Nyumbani Children’s Home Diagnostic Laboratory) all this centers comprised of over 200 employees.
I successfully managed recruitment end to end and ended filling up all vacant positions in all the three centers.
Managed successfully to make follow ups on the NSSF and NHIF remittance.
Organized Team work and Team building activities for all employees in the company. 2012- 2012 Unilever Kenya Ltd Recruitment Assistant
(March-September)
Duties
-Managing and Facilitating the recruitment process including formulation of new employee requisition forms, formulation of new job descriptions in conjunction with Line Managers, coordination of vacancy advertisements, preparing the long and shortlists, interviewing the candidates, writing interview reports, contracting and on-boarding of staff.
-Preparation, aligning and review of the HR policy Manual within the Organization to meet the government’s laid down expectation.
-Facilitate the performance management process by assisting staff to set their objectives and do their appraisals through training (3+1 Initiative).
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-Identify training needs, prepare the training budget and organize for staff to attend trainings and workshops within the allocated budget.
-Formulate and implement Health and Safety initiatives within the organization in line with the government specifications.
-Manage and maintain all staff related data through Human Resource Information System.
-Employee relations and Implementation of the disciplinary procedure as well as handling disciplinary issues.
-Preparing relevant Reports: Quarterly, Bi-Annually and Annually HR reports
-Managing and Tracking down leave Applications.
-Managing the relevant contractual information regarding the employee’s contract documents.
-Performing job Evaluation so as to meet the day to day expectations.
-Managing and administering the third Party contracted Company (Charleston Tours, Faith Foods and Travel and Manners Maclean consultant group-UK)
Achievements
100% Successful coordinating Interviews within East & Southern Africa.
100% interview Co-ordination with HR consultant (Manners Maclean) from the United Kingdom.
100%sucess in preparation of Interview Summary.
80% success in Talent Mapping.
80% Success Implementation of Interview Summary Surveys.
100% success Maintenance of good relations by Maintaining the timely Invoicing of the payments.
Creating and reviewing HR policies and procedures.
80% success Performing the disciplinary process with ease as well as creating the procedure.
100% managing and handling of record Management System.
Success in creating a leave roaster and managing it.
Successful creation of an employee database.
Preparation of HR reports on time.
100% success in facilitation of the performance management process under the initiative of 3+1. 3.2011-2012 Safaricom Limited Talent Acquisition Officer.
(June-March)
Duties
Handling Interviews for Safaricom Jambo Care Centre (Mlolongo) & Safaricom Centre (westlands)
Preparing assessments Interviews Reports.
Advising on any HR issues
Short listing and long listing Candidates
Handling other Administrative duties
Background check up on successful candidate
Achievements
Handled recruitment processes at all call centre
100% success rate in recruiting Customer Care
80% success rate in handling other duties
80% success rate in HR Advisory.
Success rate in Interview report presentation.
Preparation of aptitude/computer Interviews.
4. 2010-2010 Resource Associates Ltd Human Resource-Intern Advisory
(July-November)
Duties
Advising on HR issues
Preparation of Training Analysis
Undertaking Recruitment
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Assist in formulation of ISO systems
5. 2009-2010 Kenya Commercial Bank Human Resource Clerk-Shares Department
(November-January)
Duties
Counter checking dividend cheques
General maintenance of files
Dispatching of the cheques
Achievements
Successfully counter checked cheques
Dispatched 800,000 dividend cheques
Meet the laid deadline for dispatch
6. 2009
(May-August) Kenya Commercial Bank Human Resource Clerk-Risk Management Division Duties
General Maintenance of files
Marketing the companies image
Customer care
Achievements
Formulated a proper archiving system
Maintained a good working relation
7. 2007-2008 Bobo Lonk Tours
(September-October) & Travel Human Resource Assistant Duties
Customer Care
Supervision of employees
Screening employee applications
Maintaining company’s record
Achievements
Maintained a good archiving system
Managed a good multicultural diversity
8. 2007 Ministry of Labour
(June _ August) & Human Resource Intern
Development
Duties
Managing and maintaining documents
COMMINICATION SKILLS AND COMPETENCE
LANGUAGE WRITTEN ORAL READING
English Excellent Excellent Excellent
Swahili Excellent Excellent Excellent
Chinese Basic Basic Basic
PROFESSIONAL BODY
A member of Human Resource Manager’s Association of Uganda (HRMAU) A member of Institute of Human Resource Management of Kenya (IHRMK) ASSOCIATION BODY
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An AIESEC Member
A member of Ungana Young Friends of AMREF
A Member of KRDA-Kenya Rally Drivers Association
HOBBIES
o Travelling
o Motorsport
o Reading
REFEREES
1. Mary Kimani
Administration Manager
ISONbpo(Maraison Technologies Ltd)
Email:*******@*****.***
Mobile: 072*******
2. Margaret Komu
Regional Recruitment Manager-Horn & East Africa
VSO-JITOLEE Kenya.
Email:**********@*****.***
Mobile: 072*******
3. Mr. Samuel Njoroge Ndungu
Senior Manager,Global Talent Acquisition & HRBP,
Living Goods,
Mobile Number: 072*******
Email address: ********@*****.***
4. Mr. Christopher Karani
Human Resource Service Manager,
Unilever East and Southern Africa
Commercial Street, Industrial Area
P. o .box 300**-*****,
G.P.O Nairobi.
Mobile Number: 072*******
Email address:***********.******@*****.***