PROFILE:
Human Resources skilled professional with years of experience in various functions of human resources. Demonstrated ability in filling hard-to-fill positions and maintaining confidential information in a fast-paced environment.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Particular areas of expertise:
oRecruitment
oTraining & Development
oCompensation & Benefits
oPayroll
oEmployee relations
Industry software skills: CareerNet ATS, Sage, ERP Systems, Job Science, HRIS, Calendly
Computer skills: Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Soft skills: Detail oriented, Organized, Analytical, Polite, Friendly, Efficient, Leader and Able to work with minimal supervision.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:
CHRP designation in Progress with CPHRA. Registration number 00016459
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
HR Specialist – Recruitment (Contract) 2017
Shaw Communications
Resume screening using the Career Net Applicant Tracking System
Interviewing Candidates for job openings in the Call Center.
Assist in creating job postings and advertise vacancies
Preparing and completing all new employee paperwork.
Coordinating the recruitment process
Representing the company and providing information to interested candidates at Career Fairs.
HR Assistant
Cadre Staffing (Calgary based executive recruitment firm) 2016
Researching of applicants on social networks such as LinkedIn
Resume screening
Coordinating the recruitment process
Human Resources Administrator 2011 - 2016
Nikky Taurus Nigeria Ltd., Lagos
(Nikky Taurus Nigeria Limited is a logistics company of ~400 employees specializing in fleet management and vehicle leasing to corporate organizations)
Created a 100-page employee handbook containing all applicable policies by establishing and implementing HR processes including; recruitment, training, and code of conduct booklet
Improved the recruitment processes significantly through introduction of standardized tests
Assumed responsibility for payroll administration from accounting department and implemented improvements including; standardized pay dates and pay periods, and employee pay statements
Established new standards for performance management and compensation, improving employee morale
Played pivotal role in streamlining compensation plans to retain key employees
Accomplishment:
Reduced staff turnover by 15% by improving employee engagement and retention through multiple strategies including developing a company commute plan for employees, improving quality of uniforms, and standardizing pay levels
Human Resources Generalist 2010 - 2011
Studio De Renaissance, Lagos
(An architectural firm of ~50 employees providing services in design and construction)
Managed all HR functions including payroll, pension, HRIS, personnel file management, policy development, employee recruitment and onboarding, and staff training programs
Coordinated hiring fairs for multiple locations for all levels from junior tradespeople to corporate functions
Created job descriptions, alongside hiring managers, for all positions resulting in improved awareness of employee responsibilities
Developed and implemented personnel policies, development plans, performance appraisals, and compensation agreements
Accomplishment:
Reduced recruitment cycle time by 15% by creating better quality job postings and position specifications
Training Officer 2007 - 2009
APM Terminals Apapa Ltd., Lagos
(A maritime company that provides stevedoring and container terminal operations with over 900 employees and over 40 locations worldwide)
Trained 57% of the organization’s workforce on manager recommended training courses using the training matrix
Developed training course and conducted programs on health & safety compliance, doubling participation from 30% to 60%
Provided onboarding orientations to new hires
Accomplishment:
Accessed government training fund and increased the reimbursement of the company’s initial training budget from 0% to 47%
Human Resources Systems Administrator 2007
APM Terminals Ltd., Lagos
Maintained employee database, organizational charts and HRIS systems
Provided HR departmental reports to department heads and managers
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Master’s in Industrial & Labour Relations 2012
University of Lagos
Professional Certification in HRM 2011
Chartered Institute of Personnel Management, Lagos
Behavioral Assessments 2009
The Predictive Index